FUN THINGS TO DO FOR KIDS WEEKEND 2/20

New Jersey

Saturday 10:00 AM
Read And Explore: Keeping Warm In Winter
Read two animal-themed stories and explore your sense of touch with wool and feathers, then make paper-bag animal to take home.
Cost: $7
Terhune Orchards
330 Cold Soil Rd.
Princeton, NJ 08540
609-924-2310

Saturday 10:00 AM
Tot Paint N Story
Enjoy storytime, then make a themed masterpiece with paint.
Cost: $12
Paint-a-Treasure
614 Station Ave.
Haddon Heights, NJ

Saturday 12:00 PM
Model Railroad Club Open House
Ticket Pricing: Admission Free - Donations Welcome
In the basement of the Footlighters Playhouse, the Burlington County Model Railroad Club runs the fictional Rancocas Valley Lines (RVL). It is basically an eastern style railroad that does not depict any particular area, however, there are local town names that are recognizable. It was built as a two track mainline, with a separate Mountain Division. There is one main classification facility (Daley Yard) and a secondary yard at Douglas, with a new engine facility and additional yard tracks, leading into a ten track hidden staging yard.
Footlighters Playhouse
900 Pomona Road
Cinnaminson, NJ 08077
Basement of the Footlighter Playhouse
(856) 733-0010

Saturday 12:00 PM
African Drum And Dance
The museum celebrates music and dance around the world throughout February, so bring your dancing shoes for dancing and fun.
Cost: FREE with admission
Garden State Discovery Museum
2040 Springdale Rd.
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

Saturday 1:00 PM
Burlington County Art Guild Annual Winter Members' Exhibit
Ticket Pricing: Free Admission
The Burlington County Art Guild presents their Annual Winter Members' Exhibit. Participating member artists will be showcasing their works in a library setting. You will see a variety of style, technique, subject matter and medium. Show will be viewable during library hours and all work is for sale. Please see the information desk for purchasing contact information
Pemberton Library
16 Broadway
Browns Mills
New Jersey 08015
609-893-8262

Saturday 1:00 PM
Rain Barrel Workshop
Ticket Pricing: $45 SWCA members, $55 non members
Learn how to turn a 55 gallon recycled food-grade plastic barrel into a rain barrel to collect water for your garden from your home's downspouts. Barrels, tools, and step-by-step instructions provided. Offered by Saddler's Woods Conservation Association and Alissa Ambacher, NJDEP watershed ambassador. Please register.
Haddon Township Environmental and Historical Center
143 E. Ormond Ave.
Haddon Township, NJ 08107
856 8697372

Saturday 1:00 PM
Winter Faire - Indoor Snowball Fight
Ticket Pricing: Free
Pick a team, grab a snowball, and start throwing! Enjoy the thrill of an epic snowball fight while staying warm and dry inside. The event will be broken down into timed blocks by age; check in at the event for details.
Mount Laurel Library
100 Walt Whitman Ave.
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
(856)234-7319

Saturday 1:00 PM
Winter Faire
Ticket Pricing: Free
Come out for an afternoon of fun for all ages. More details to follow.
Mount Laurel Library
100 Walt Whitman Ave.
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
(856)234-7319

Saturday 2:00 PM
Animal Tracking
Learn about the art and science of animal tracking in this class, which will introduce a variety of tracking skills like clear print classification, trailing, animal locomotion and reading sign. The class will also offer helpful tips for tracking during an outside field session.
Be sure to dress appropriately for the weather and bring a notebook.
Cost: $7, non-members; $5, members
Plainsboro Preserve
80 Scotts Corner Rd.
Cranbury, NJ 08512

Saturday and Sunday 2:00 PM
Asteroid: Mission Extreme
Take an epic journey in the NJSM Planetarium to discover the dangers and opportunities that asteroids present.
Cost: $7, adults; $5, children 12 and & younger
New Jersey State Museum
205 West State St.
Trenton, NJ 08625

Saturday 6:00 PM
Artwalk On Main
Ticket Pricing: free admission
Downtown Medford galleries will showcase a mix of art work on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays.
Medford Arts Center
18 N Main St
Medford, NJ 08055
Hansen Warner Building
Medford Art Center and Medford Memorial Community Cente
609-654-6033

Saturday 7:00 PM
Webelos Camp-In
Webelo Scouts enjoy scavenger hikes, science experiments and animal visits, followed by a sleepover at the Watershed Center.
Cost: $35, boy; $15, adult.
Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Reserve
31 Titus Mill Rd.
Pennington, NJ 08534
609-737-7592

Saturday 7:00 PM
Pajama Pals
Ages 3-6: Shake out the sillies and get ready for bed with friends! Stories, songs, and fun in this special evening storytime. Siblings are welcome. Kids (and parents!) are invited to wear their pajamas to the event. No registration required.
Mount Laurel Library
100 Walt Whitman Ave.
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
(856)234-7319

Saturday 7:30 PM
Conserving Energy In Your Home
Are you interested in learning about steps you can take to reduce your use of energy in your home, save money on your electric bills and help the environment? Curious about how solar energy and geothermal systems really work and whether they are right for you? Registration is now open for our adult education course focused on home energy efficiency. The course aims to extend many of the lessons learned from designing and building our energy efficient Center to what a homeowner can do in either building a new house or retrofitting an existing home to use energy more efficiently, reduce energy bills and lower impacts on the environment and climate change. The course will consist of six Wednesday evening lectures and three Saturday morning field trips.
Cost: $180, SBMWA Member; $230, SBMWA Non-Member
Watershed Center
31 Titus Mill Rd.
Pennington, NJ 08534
609-737-7592

Sunday 11:00 AM
Passport To Discovery: Culinary Fusion
Join staff from Rent-A-Chef to discover culinary fusion.
Cost: $13.95
Garden State Discovery Museum
2040 Springdale Rd.
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

Sunday 1:00 PM
Bowling Bonanza Fundraiser
Enjoy an afternoon of bowling to support the special needs (ACHaD) department at the JCC.
Cost: $25, minimum donation.
The Big Event Entertainment Experience
1536 Kinds Hwy N.
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
856-424-4444

Sunday 1:00 PM
Summer Camp Open House
Plug your kids into nature this summer! Bring your family and friends to experience first hand how Summer Camp Programs at Fernbrook Farms Environmental Education Center can benefit your child. Camp programs are available for ages 3-14, with full day programs for ages 5 and up. Come ask any questions you may have about Fernbrook's Summer Camp programs and enjoy an afternoon on the farm complete with snacks, wagon rides, time to meet the staff and visits with the farm animals. This is a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon with the family.
Cost: FREE
Fernbrook Farms Environmental Education Center
142 Bordentown-Georgetown Rd.
Chesterfield, NJ 08515

Sunday 2:00 PM
Geocaching With L.L. Bean
Learn all about geocaching, the latest form of treasure hunting, and how to use your smart phone or GPS in new ways at this interactive workshop.
Cost: FREE
Plainsboro Preserve
80 Scotts Corner Rd.
Cranbury, NJ 08512

Pennsylvania

Saturday 8:00 AM
Early Morning Bird Walks
Meet in the parking lot, and be sure to bring binoculars and a bird identification book.
Cost: FREE
Churchville Nature Center
501 Churchville Ln.
Churchville, PA 18966

Saturday and Sunday 9:30 AM
Headed To The White House
This one-of-a-kind exhibit engages students, teachers and families with the election season.
Using the U.S. Constitution as its launch pad, this hands-on exhibit takes visitors from the campaign trail to Inauguration Day all in one visit.
Cost: $3 in addition to admission.
National Constitution Center
525 Arch St.
Phila., PA 19106
215-409-6600

Saturday 10:00 AM
Family Terrariums: Miniature Worlds
Guests can bring their smallest found objects and props to design a live, miniature moment.
Plant materials, jars and direction provided.
Cost: Members: $36/Non-Members: $39.
Main Line Art Center
746 Panmure Rd.
Haverford, PA 19041
610-525-0272

Saturday 11:00 AM
StoryUP! Free Family Show
Watch improvisational actors present an interactive show based on ideas and stories from the child audience, with the kids taking part all the way.
Cost: FREE
Philadelphia City Institute Branch - Free Library
1905 Locust St.
Phila., PA 19103
609-980-8367

Saturday 11:00 AM
Storytime: Peter Pan
Kids can be a part of the storytelling, too, when they help the storytellers create a brand new audience-inspired tale, as they discover that all that’s needed is a little inspiration and magination to bring ideas to life.
Cost: $10
Hedgerow Theatre
64 Rose Valley Rd
Rose Valley, PA 19063
610-565-4211

Saturday 1:00 PM
Witchhazel” Is Your Favorite?
The collection of these captivating winter bloomers can be found throughout the Arboretum.
Children can create a witchhazel-related craft in the Upper Gallery of the Visitor Center.
Cost: FREE with admission
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania
100 E. Northwestern Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19118

Saturday 1:00 PM
Wildlife In Winter Part 2: Camouflage And Other Adaptations
The second of three Wildlife in Winter programs will teach visitors all about camouflage and different adaptations animals use to survive in winter, led by environmental educator, Holly Merker.
Cost: $5 for TLC members; $10 for non-members
Bucktoe Creek Preserve
432 Sharp Rd.
Avondale, PA 19311
610-347-0347

Saturday 1:00 PM
How To Protect Your Information (Introduction To Encryption)
Whether it is your teacher’s test questions or your parent’s credit card number this information must be privacy protected. During this TechShop, you will learn how information is protected online. The students will create their own ways to protect information. Throughout the day students will work on puzzles, encryption and code breaking. At the end of the day students will see how fast and if they can figure out the encrypted information, i.e. they will crack the code. Let’s see who can protect their information.
Please bring your own laptop to this TechShop.
This workshop is for girls ages 11-14.
Registration is free but limited: http://www.techgirlz.org/techshop/how-to-protect-your-information-introduction-to-encryption/
Cost: FREE
Villanova University Idea Accelerator @ the Falvey
800 Lancaster Ave.
Villanova, PA 19085

Saturday 1:00 PM
Winter Nature Play Day
Come to the Visitor Center for fun and thematic self-guided activities, art projects and opportunities for a guided hike.
Cost: $3, non-members; FREE, members.
Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve
1635 River Rd.
New Hope, PA 18938
215-862-2924

Saturday 2:30 PM
Black History Month STEM Program
Stop by for a themed hands-on workshop on all things science, technology, engineering and math.
Cost: FREE
Free Library of Philadelphia, West Oak Lane Branch
2000 E Washington Ln.
Phila., PA 19138

Saturday 6:30 PM
“Full Snow Moon” Night Hike & Campfire
Watch for the “Full Snow Moon,” so named by Native Americans as it appears during some of the year’s heaviest snowfalls. First, you'll hear stories, myths and legends focusing on the owls in our region. Then set out on a hike to the top of the hill to view the moonrise and the surrounding constellations. In the spirit of those who referred to this moon as the “Shoulder-to-Shoulder Around the Campfire Moon,” everyone, will then gather around the campfire and enjoy songs, stories and a marshmallow roast.
Cost: $10, PWC members; $13, nonmembers
Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy's Brownstone Barn
1 Skippack Pike
Schwenksville, PA 19473
610-287-9383

Saturday and Sunday 7:30 PM
Cheers For CHOP
Live entertainment by DJ Jazzy Jeff and iconic bands Go Go Gadjet and Saved By The 90s; cocktails; and silent and live auctions are in store.
The third annual Cheers for CHOP is one of the fastest-growing fundraising events in the area. It is hosted by Friends of CHOP, a dynamic group of Philadelphia’s most social and philanthropic young influencers who believe in the mission of The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and are committed to advancing its research, teaching and clinical priorities through vibrant fundraising efforts.
Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit CHOP’s Emergency Department.
Cost: $150, general admission; $250, VIP.
Valley Forge Casino Resort
1160 First Ave.
King of Prussia, PA 19406
267-426-6489

Sunday 9:00 AM
Birding Adventure
With kid-friendly binoculars, kids will take a bird-watching walk, learn about feathered friends, enjoy cocoa and do a bird related craft.
Cost: $12
Overbrook Education Center
6134 Lancaster Ave.
Phila., PA 19151
866-878-3595

Sunday 10:00 AM
Goodness Gracious Gravity!
View gravity-defying experiments and demonstrations, including a popular egg-drop experiment. Teamwork is key as you work together to create, problem solve and test your theories.
Cost: FREE
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Rd.
Gladwyne, PA 19035
610-527-5234x106

Sunday 10:00 AM
Family Art Together: Skip Into Spring
Share in creative collaborations to welcome the springtime sun. Explore the fundamentals of art as you and your child or grandchild create fun projects together while learning about the world we live in.
Activity stations help keep kids' attention as they create projects and experiment with new materials. A new project is created each week.
Cost: $58, non-members; $55, members
Main Line Art Center
746 Panmure Rd.
Haverford, PA 19041
610-525-0272

Sunday 11:00 AM
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Eric Carle's beloved storybook caterpillar returns, along with an assortment of favorite puppet characters! The triple-bill includes the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar's metamorphosis into a beautiful butterfly, the account of Little Cloud's travels through the sky and the Mixed-Up Chameleon's discovery of his own unique nature. These whimsical tales have enchanted several generations. Mermaid Theatre's acclaimed stage adaptation teaches as it entertains.
Cost: $17.50-28.50
Merriam Theatre
250 S. Broad St.
Phila., PA 19102
215-790-7177

Sunday 1:00 PM
African American Iconic Images Collection Trolley Tour
The tour, hosted by the Mural Arts Program, explores civil rights, freedom and equality via a collection of images that give a visual autobiography of Philadelphia and African American figures of the past and present.
Cost: $32, adults; $28, ages 3-12.
African American Museum in Philadelphia
701 Arch St.
Phila., PA

Sunday 1:00 PM
Creative Collaborations: Family Printmaking
Families can explore printmaking techniques and layer art to make 2-D collaborative creations.
Guests will try monoprints, relief prints, gelatin prints, stamping and more.
Cost: Members: $65/Non-Members: $70
Main Line Art Center
746 Panmure Rd.
Haverford, PA 19041
610-525-0272

Sunday 2:00 PM
Bark, Bark, Bark
Learn to identify trees in the winter by their bark. Bark structure, bark types, and bark ecology will be covered as well as tree identification.
Dress for the weather and meet at the park office. Appropriate for ages: 8 and up with an adult.
Cost: FREE
Norristown Farm Park
Barley Sheaf Dr. & Germantown Pike
E. Norriton, PA 19403
610-270-0215

Sunday 2:00 PM
African Art Adventure ArtSee Cart
The ArtSee Cart is full of things to look at, touch and create with.
Cost: FREE
Where?
The Barnes Foundation
2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130

Sunday 2:00 PM
Lion Dance
Lion Dance introduces beloved ancient Chinese folk art pieces, including excerpts from Peking Opera featuring the popular Monkey King character, as well as the Chinese red ribbon dance.
Cost: FREE
Parkway Central Library
1901 Vine St.
Phina., PA

Sunday 2:30 PM
Family Tour: Artsee Highlights
Guests can see the sights in new ways on this interactive guided exploration of the collection gallery.
Cost: Adults $25; students/youth $15; members free; children 5 and under free
The Barnes Foundation
2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130

Sunday 3:00 PM
Philadelphia Youth Orchestra
The orchestra will perform Berlioz's Harold in Italy and Shostakovich's controversial Fifth Symphony, a work that has sparked much debate due to its dual interpretation of either loyal patriotism or extreme rebellion toward the former Soviet Union.
Cost: $15-$25
Kimmel Center's Verizon Hall
300 S. Broad St.
Phila., PA 19102

Delaware County

Saturday and Sunday 8:00 AM
Educational Indoor Mini Golf
Linvilla Orchard’s Fore! The Planet is a highly interactive and playful museum exhibit created by Philly's Academy of Natural Sciences.
This exhibition pairs important environmental issues with the fun of miniature golf. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rainforest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains and more.
Cost: $4.95-$6.95
Linvilla Orchards
137 W Knowlton Rd
Media, PA 19063

Saturday 9:00 AM
Toddler Time at Sky Zone Glen Mills
Sky Zone Glen Mills
10 Conchester Road
Glen Mills, PA 19342
If they can walk, they can jump! Toddler Time at Sky Zone is a special time just for the little ones, where they can explore exciting new ways to be active, all while staying safe. All Toddler Time activities are specifically designed for children. Only $7 for your little one to jump for the hour.
Ages walking to kindergarten only. No older siblings or adults may jump. All toddlers must wear SkySocks
For more info: http://www.skyzone.com/glenmills/Calendar

Saturday and Sunday 9:00 AM
Fore! The Planet Minigolf
This exhibition, created by the Academy of Natural Sciences, pairs important environmental issues with the fun of miniature golf. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rainforest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains and more.
Cost: Cost varies.
Linvilla Orchards
137 W Knowlton Rd
Media, PA 19063

Saturday 11:00 AM
Free Craft at Lakeshore Learning Store
King of Prussia
340 W. DeKalb Pike
King of Prussia
PA 19406
Free craft activity every Saturday 11am to 3pm
For more info: http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/

Saturday 6:00 PM
Night Hike at Tyler
515 Painter Road
Media, PA, 19063
Winter is a magical time to experience Tyler after dark. With the (almost full) Moon shining through the bare trees, we’ll take a walk through the woods and discover what happens at night when no one is around. Tyler educators will share points of special interest and seasonal highlights while leading a comfortably paced walk. The evening will conclude indoors with warm drinks and snacks. Please bring a flashlight and wear shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
Suitable for ages 4 and up.
$6 members, $12 non-members
To register please call Joanne Landau at 610-566-9134, ext. 215
For more info: http://www.tylerarboretum.org/

Sunday 10:00 AM
Build Your Own Fairy Garden Or Terrarium Class
Build your own Fairy Garden or Terrarium Class is one of our more popular classes. We supply everything you need to build your own terrarium. You can choose from a variety of containers and plants and knowledgeable staff will guide you through the whole process. Call ahead to register for class at 610-876-7116.
Cost: $35
Linvilla Orchards
137 West Knowlton Rd.
Media, PA 19063
610-876-7116

Delaware

Saturday 8:30 AM
PAWS Conference And Annual Meeting
Open to all who loves pets or are interested in the world of pet therapy, this PAWS for People event includes a keynote address on the human/animal bond & over 16 workshops to choose from, in topics like pet health & wellness and pet therapy.
Cost: $45, early registration; $50, after Feb. 6.
Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children
1600 Rockland Rd.
Wilmington, DE

Saturday 9:00 AM
Fats Waller Day
Pay tribute to the jazz legend, view a clip of his performance and listen to stories of his musical legacy.
Cost: FREE
Johnson Victrola Museum
375 S. New St.
Dover, DE

Saturday 10:00 AM
Cooking With Judi
Cooking with Judi at 10 am. Soups On! This month we are doing soups. Nothing feels better than hot soup on a cold winter’s day. Judi will share her tried and true soup recipes for body and soul! Please register in advance to reserve your bowl!
Cost: FREE
Linvilla Orchards
137 West Knowlton Rd.
Media, PA 19063
610-876-7116

Saturday 10:00 AM
Tales Of Slavery And Freedom Walking Tour
Every Saturday this month, join historical interpreters in period clothing for 45-minute tours that relate to Delaware’s once complicated position on slavery.
Cost: FREE
John Bell House
43 The Green
Dover, DE

Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM
Winter Weekends
Guests explore three floors of exhibitions in the Visitor Center, stroll along the river through dozens of historic structures from the Industrial Revolution and explore the gardens & grounds of Eleutherian Mills at a self-guided pace.
Demonstrations of historic machinery, gunpowder explosions and coal-fired steam engine operations happen throughout the day. The Workers’ Hill community is open for visits including the Belin House Organic Cafe. Complimentary timed tickets for guided tours of the Eleutherian Mills Residence, the first du Pont family home built in America, will be provided to guests upon arrival.
Cost: FREE with admission, $14
Hagley Museum
201 Hagley Creek Rd
Wilmington, DE 19807
302-658-2400

Saturday 11:00 AM
Maker Day
Enjoy a family-friendly festival of invention, creativity and resourcefulness, in celebration of the Maker movement. It will feature demonstrations from area makers showcasing craftsmanship and technology including wood-lathing, 3-D printing & a pop-up makerspace for visitors to tinker with recycled items.
Cost: $14
Hagley Museum
201 Hagley Creek Rd.
Wilmington, DE 19807
302-658-2400

Saturday and Sunday 7:00 PM
Cinderella
First State Ballet Theatre, Delaware's professional ballet company, presents the beloved rags to riches story in a production featuring dancing, sparkling costumes and Prokofiev's music.
Cost: $38-48, adults; $19-24, students; $5 discount, seniors and groups
Baby Grand Theatre
818 N. Market St.
Wilmington, DE 19801
180-037-GRAND