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20 Affordable Summer Camps for Philadelphia Families

Submitted by Lindsay Li on Fri, 03/15/2019 - 1:00am

Two months. That’s how long your student has off from school for the summer. While you could see this as a great bonding time with your kids (and it is!), there is one problem: it’s just so. much. time! That’s where summer camps come in to save the day. Teaching your kids new skills, helping them form new friendships, and burning off the copious amounts of energy.

But summer camp can be a major burden on the wallet. Fortunately, there are a number of local summer camps and programs that make enrollment much more manageable. Whether they want to learn more about science and technology, grow as an artist, or gain skills on the field, there is an affordable camp for every age and interest.

To help you make your selections, we’ve rounded up a great list of free or affordable summer camps (using the cap of $350 per week as the highest limit) that you can use to help keep your kids entertained and engaged all summer long. Most camp registrations are on a week to week basis.

A Parent's Review: Mythic Creatures at the Academy of Natural Sciences

Submitted by Lindsay Li on Fri, 02/22/2019 - 10:15am

Prepare to enter a world of make believe and monsters. Venture into the abyss and enjoy the fun that comes from interacting with creatures you've only heard of in stories. Featuring dragons and mermaids, unicorns and monsters, the new exhibit at the The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns and Mermaids, is an excellent demonstration of the way cultures all over the world have embraced many similar myths and fantasies. The question is "Why?" Did our ancestors really live in a world of magic or was it their way of explaining the inexplicable? I went with my daughter to learn the answer. Below is our review and a primer for your adventure to this fantastical exhibit!

Best Philly Area Brunches that Are Fun for Kids and Grownups

Submitted by Lindsay Li on Fri, 02/15/2019 - 10:00am

Brunch, the most delicious (yet often neglected) meal of the day. The perfect marriage of sweet and savory, all the best parts of breakfast meet the best parts of lunch in a food-coma inducing state of deliciousness. Brunch was something most of us became familiar in our twenties, when we were old enough to have a respectable hangover and still get out of the house, just not too early. But now that we’re parents, that doesn't mean we have to say good-bye to our favorite pancakes-with-a-side-of-mimosa combo. While we may not get to hit brunch every weekend like the good old days, it can become a regular family tradition as long as you know where to go. Here are our top picks for family-friendly brunch spots in the city.

Want more ideas on where to eat out as a family in the Philly area? Then check out our Restaurant Guide!

Please Touch Museum Creative Arts Studio takes Creative Exploration to the Next Level

Submitted by Lindsay Li on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 10:00am

In late 2018, the Please Touch Museum opened its Creative Arts Studio, a new, permanent creative space dedicated to art making and exploration. The space provides a new avenue for children to gain access to quality art education, and promises to be a delightful new addition to your visiting experience at the museum, making this yet another wonderful space for your Philly kid to enjoy arts exploration.

While the hours of the studio space are limited, we had a chance to check it out and give some of their art materials a test run.

Hit the Slopes! 20 Places to Ski (and Snowboard) Near Philly

Submitted by Lindsay Li on Mon, 01/07/2019 - 9:00am

Winter is here! That means it is finally officially time to hit the slopes! Pennsylvania is home to numerous mountains and resorts boasting ski-worthy lanes, steep slopes, and tons of options for snow tubing action as well.

Whether you are looking for big slopes or small, a chance to practice tricks, teach your kids, or even leave them with a sitter while you and your partner make it a day-date, PA slopes have it all! So pack on that winter gear and take a gander at some of the best places to enjoy a winter wonderland by ski, snowboard, or snow tube!

6 Philly Area Spots for Family Snow Tubing Fun

Submitted by Lindsay Li on Thu, 12/27/2018 - 5:00am

As a kid, snow tubing was one of the first winter “sports” I first experienced. I call it a “sport” because actually my tubing adventures consisted of our dad pulling snow tubes behind his 4-wheeler around our house. Safety standards have changed since the 1980s, so now we don’t have to resort to such…creative…measures to entertain our kids and get in on the snowy fun. We can easily take a quick trip from the city-limits and enjoy a day-long adventure of snow tubing down carefully crafted snow lanes! Winter fun doesn’t get more exciting than this!

If tubing isn’t your thing, many of the resorts also offer skiing, gorgeous wintery views, and in some cases nearby ice skating as well.

If you don’t mind the trip and want to check out other great resorts, check out New York snowtubing locations for more adventures.

30 Things We Are Excited To Do with Philly Kids This Winter

Submitted by Lindsay Li on Sun, 12/09/2018 - 10:00am

Winter can test your limits and your creativity when it comes to entertaining your kids. Sometimes you just need to get out of the house! Fortunately, no matter the weather, there are amazing places to go romp and play in the city and the suburbs that can help shake off that winter fatigue.

Check out our events calendar for even more fun ideas in the Philadelphia area, or check out our list of things to do with babies in winter.

Best Places to Get Photos with Santa in Philadelphia

Submitted by Lindsay Li on Sun, 11/25/2018 - 7:00am

Just hear those sleigh bells jingling, that holly jolly season is almost upon us, and that means Santa is coming to Philadelphia! Whether you are looking for the traditional Santa visit at the mall, a special adventure, or you want to see Santa at a winter festival, there are Santa celebrations running nearly all holiday season long, leading right up to the final night before he takes off in his sleigh to visit all the good little kids. Here is a roundup of some of our favorite spots to get a Santa sighting and ask for those special gifts on your little one's Christmas list.

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