Delaware County PA and Surrounding Area Weekend Events and Holiday Family Fun 11/15 – 11/17

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The National Dog Show
Nov 16th & 17th
at Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks 100 Station Ave Oaks, PA
Details and ticket info HERE

Linvilla Orchards Food Truck Frenzy
Nov 16th & 17th
11 AM – 4 PM
Who doesn’t love food…better yet from food trucks! We are partnering with a variety of food trucks to bring you this food-tastic event at Linvilla! Along with delicious treats from the trucks we will have live music, hayrides, pony rides, face painting, train rides and more! This family fun event will be one you don’t want to miss!
November Entertainment
Saturday November 16, 2019
10:30am – 1pm Tumbleweed
1:30pm – 4pm The Good Bones
Sunday November 17, 2019
10:30am – 1pm The Wayside Shakeup
1:30pm – 4pm Full Deck
Ship Bottom Brewery
Ship Bottom Brewery will be in the Beer Garden serving a variety of beers for you to enjoy. They proudly handcraft every batch of beer they make using the freshest ingredients hand selected by the head brewer. Ship Bottom enjoyed serving Beer in the Barn last year and will continue this year. Beginning May 4th, the Beer Garden will be open Saturdays and Sundays through the fall.
Harvest Ridge Winery
Harvest Ridge Winery will be providing beverages to pair with the variety of food that will be available. Harvest Ridge Winery is a frequent friendly face here at Linvilla Orchards, being here on several festival days and during Pumpkinland months in the Fall. They are proud to be an East Coast Winery, producing excellent wines.
Details HERE

Shrek The Musical
Now through January 5, 2020
at Walnut Street Theatre
Details and ticket info HERE

The Perfect Dog (in cooperation with The National Dog Show)
Now through November 24th
at Footlighters Theater 58 Main Ave, Berwyn, PA
The Perfect Dog is a family musical adapted from the book written by actor and TV personality John O’Hurley. This six-show run opens with a special talk back session with John O’Hurley himself. It is part of National Dog Show Month in Philadelphia, leading up to the annual National Dog Show at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, hosted by…John O’Hurley…and televised Thanksgiving Day! The story line entails Sam, a twelve-year old perfectionist, searching for a flawless dog to enter in the town’s dog contest. Unable to find a canine that measures up, Sam must resort to training the family dog, Max, who is less than eager to obey commands. In the end, Sam and Max learn that there is no such thing as perfect, but there is such a thing as being perfect for each other.
Local canine charities will be featured at each performance!
Details and ticket info HERE

Interboro Theater Presents: The Curious Savage
Nov 15th – 17th
Details and ticket info HERE

Haverford High School Drama Club Presents James and the Giant Peach!
Nov 15th – 17th
Details, times and ticket info HERE

Free at the Kimmel: Los Trompos & Look Up! Look In
Aug 19, 2019 – Nov 17, 2019
A free, interactive art installation featuring 10 three-dimensional, larger than life tops designed and woven by Mexican artists . Esrawe + Cadena. Guests can sit and spin on these cool art pieces!
The Commonwealth Plaza will also feature a new installation by Philadelphia-based artist Karina Puente titled, Look up! Look In. This will be an aerial companion piece in the Plaza that will complement Los Trompos.
Details HERE

Santa at Springfield Mall
Now through December 24th
Details and reservation info HERE

Santa at King of Prussia Mall
Now through Dec 24th
Details HERE

Santa at Plymouth Meeting Mall
Now – December 24th
Details and reservation info HERE

Santa at Christiana Mall
Now through December 24th
Details, special event nights and reservation info HERE

Photos and Visits with Santa at his Headquarters presented by HGTV at Deptford Mall
Now through December 24th
This holiday, check out the interactive Elf Academy at Santa HQ. You can try on the latest elf looks with Santa’s Magic Mirror, create your very own Elf- ID Card and scan yourself on the Naughty or Nice O’Meter. Plus, new this year, spend less time in line and more time on holiday fun with a Fast Pass. Purchase yours today!
Details HERE

Santa at Cherry Hill Mall
Now – December 24th
Details and reservation info HERE

Santa Photo Time at King of Prussia Mall
King of Prussia Court
Reserve your FastPass & Skip the Line to see Santa
Details, dates, times and reservation info HERE

Cherry Street Pier
121 N Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia PA
Experience Delaware River Waterfront’s unique take on public space with the opening of Cherry Street Pier
Details HERE and HERE

Linvilla Orchards
Details HERE

Ship Bottom Beer Garden at Linvilla Orchards
Beginning Weekends in May
HOURS: Sat & Sun -Noon to 9pm
Corn Hole, Giant Jenga. Share a pint under the stars
Pouring some of your favorite and remote releases of Limited Editions
Some Ales will be crafted with Linvilla’s Own farm grown products.
At Ship Bottom Brewery we handcraft every batch of beer that we make and pride ourselves in doing so. We only use the freshest ingredients that are hand selected by our head brewer. Our handcrafted ale and lager recipes were created to maximize the complex flavors of malts and hops.
Details HERE

Harvest Fest at Elmwood Park Zoo
Weekends through November 17th
Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown, PA
Come celebrate fall with us!
Participate in themed activities, navigate your way through a corn maze, play games like flip-a-chicken, bean bag toss, and basketball, paint a pumpkin, enjoy live entertainment, and sip on some festive fall drinks.
Details and ticket info HERE

Lansdowne Landing
7 AM – 10 PM
30 North Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, PA
What is The Landing?
Inspired by awesome outdoor gathering places like Philadelphia’s own The Porch or Spruce Street Harbor Park, the Lansdowne Landing is a fun, festive spot that’s open from 7am to 10pm.
Visit www.lansdownelanding.com for a full schedule of events, updated regularly, so check by often for fun from family-friendly fun to live music to food trucks and more!
Details HERE

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia
Details and ticket info HERE

Franklin Square

Fountain Show
Beginning July 31st
A brand new fountain show with lights, music, and dancing water will come to the Square in summer 2019,
Holiday Festival 
Beginning November 14th
Details and times HERE

Please Touch Museum
Details HERE

The Franklin Institute
Details HERE

Philadelphia Museum of Art
Details HERE

Academy of Natural Sciences – Dinosaurs Around the World
June 30, 2019–January 20, 2020
“Dinosaurs Around the World introduces visitors to more than a dozen animatronic dinosaurs on a voyage from the ferocious plains of Africa and the tropical beaches of Antarctica, to the inland seas of North America and the polar darkness of Australia.”
Details and ticket info HERE

Adventure Aquarium
Details and ticket info HERE

Delaware Museum of Natural History
Details, ticket info and more HERE

Longwood Gardens
Details HERE

The Crayola Experience
Easton, PA
Details HERE
Purchase discount tickets HERE and get $4 off admission price (Regular Price: $19.99 Your Price: $15.99)

Garden State Discovery Museum
Details HERE

Delaware Children’s Museum
Details HERE

Brandywine Zoo
Details HERE

Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
Details HERE

Diggerland Winterfest
Details HERE

Studio Movie Grill Upper Darby
Movie, Food, Bar, comfy seats and more!
Details HERE

AMC Dine In Movie Theater – Painters Crossing – West Chester
Movie, Food, Bar, comfy reclining seats and more!
** Best to purchase tickets online through amctheaters.com
See my review and more info HERE

Friday November 15, 2019

For a calendar of Various Infant and Toddler Programs as well as afterschool events at local Delco Libraries, Go HERE

Annual Book Sale at Tinicum Memorial Public Library
9:30 AM – 8 PM
Selections for all ages – music CDs and DVDS and Books!
Cash or checks only.
Details HERE

Story Hour with Sister Bear
10 AM – 10:30 AM
at Haverford Township Free Library
Come join the Berenstain Bears and the Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union for a read aloud and photo opportunities!
This program is FREE and open to kids of all ages. No registration is required.
Details HERE

Stuffed Animal Sleepover
10AM – 4 PM
at Haverford Township Free Library
Find out what happens when the lights go out at the library!
Your stuffed animal is invited to a special animal sleepover!Drop off your stuffed friend anytime before 4:00 pm on Friday, November 15th. Pick up your friend the next morning, Saturday, November 16th.
Please pick-up your friends by noon the next day!
Check out the library’s social media with a parent or caregiver to see your stuffed friend’s antics!
Details HERE

Dear Santa Letters & Letters to Troops
10 AM – 5 PM
at Darby Free Library
Have your child compose a heartfelt letter to Santa! Drop it off at our library, and we will deliver it to him personally at the North Pole.
Our courageous military troops are stationed all across the world. Write a letter to our troops thanking them for their sacrifices. Drop them off at the Darby Free Library.
Details HERE

Family Night
4 PM – 5 PM
at Sharon Hill Public Library
Come and join for our Family Night Fridays!!! We might have a movie with popcorn and juice or we will pull out some board games or hook up the video gaming system. Whatever it is, we’ll have fun with family!!!
Details HERE

BYOB & Pizza Night at Lulu’s Casita
4 PM – 7:30 PM
at 6 Cricket Avenue, Ardmore, PA
Lulu’s is open until 7:30pm for more fun, BYOB and pizza starting at 4pm. You can now place your pizza order ahead of time, give us a call, let them know what you want and they will have your pizza waiting for you! Regular admission
Details HERE

Game Day
5 PM
at Yeadon Library
Details HERE

Ladies Night @ the Library – Lularoe Fundraiser for the Middletown Free Library
5 PM – 8 PM
at Middletown Free Library
Join for a fun Friday night of food, drinks including Library themed vodka cocktails, and SHOPPING all in support of YOUR Middletown Free Library!
Juliann Manley, who use to be the Children’s Librarian, is bringing back her AMAZING LuLaRoe Popup Boutique, Pretty Petals Style, to the Library to help us raise money.
Details HERE

Celebrity Quizzo At The Library
7 PM – 9 PM
at Ridley Township Public Library
Join for a fun night of trivia, based on various themes. Teams of up to 4 people will play five rounds of trivia.
Prizes awarded for the winners! Bring your own snacks to enjoy!
Registration is required
Details HERE

Haverford High School Drama Club Winter Showcase
7:30PM – 9 PM
at Kelly Center for Music, Arts, and Community 4 E. Eagle Rd, Havertown PA
Students will perform songs of the holiday season in a Winter Showcase.
Details HERE

Saturday November 16, 2019

Dewey Decimal Dash Run/Walk & Post-Dash Bash
8 AM – 10 AM
The Haverford Township Free Library is hosting its third annual Dewey Decimal Dash Run and Walk. The event will help raise funds for the Library’s collections, programs and services.
Teams are encouraged. $5 off each team participant.
Dress in Costume! Prizes awarded for Most Creative, Best Picture Book Character and Funniest.
Can’t run a 5K, but want to support the Library? Take a leisurely 1-mile stroll with friends and neighbors.
After the run and walk join for the Post-Dash Bash which will include food, music, storytime with costumed characters, raffles and more!
Details and registration info HERE

Bird Walk with Chuck Root
9 AM – 11 AM
at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge At Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia PA
Take an educational walk with one of our knowledgeable volunteers! Discover the 300+ species of birds that use the Refuge during their migration routes – each week guarantee different species!
Walk will meet by visitor center and be at a relaxed paced on flat surfaces. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers. Binoculars can be loaned from the front desk before the walk. No registration required.
Details HERE

Lansdowne Farmers Market
30 N Lansdowne Ave, Lansdowne, PA

Bryn Mawr Farmers’ Market
Every Saturday 9am-1pm (open year round)
in the Amtrak Parking Lot
at the intersection of Lancaster & Bryn Mawr Avenues
Details HERE

West Chester Growers Market
Every Saturday 9 AM -1 PM (May through December)
1st, 3rd & 5th Saturdays: 10 AM – Noon January through April
at the corner of North Church and West Chestnut Streets in downtown West Chester, PA
Details HERE

Holiday Bazaar at Prospect United Methodist Church
9 AM – 2 PM
PROSPECT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 800 Lincoln Ave, Prospect Park, PA
Details HERE

Williamson’s Holiday Bazaar
9 AM – 2 PM
106 S New Middletown Rd, Media, PA
Details HERE

Annual Book Sale Buck a Bag Day!
9 AM – 4 PM
at Tinicum Memorial Public Library
Fill the provided bag and pay $1.00 for whatever fits inside!
Bags will be provided by the library.
Cash or checks only please
Details HERE

Swarthmore Farmers Market
9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Every Saturday
May 11 – December 7
Central Park
121 Park Avenue, Swarthmore, PA 19081
THE Saturday Morning food, art, and community gathering place!
The market includes a great variety of weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly local food vendors and a rotation of live performers, kids’ crafts, artists, food trucks, and special community and healthy living events.

Kids Club Snowman Cookies
10 AM – 12 PM
at participating Michaels Craft Stores
$3 per project, ages 3+, supplies included.
Details and registration info HERE

Christmas Fair
10 AM – 2 PM
Christ Church Ridley Park 104 Nevin St, Ridley Park, PA
Details HERE

Share the Love: Free Adoptions & Santa Photos
10 AM – 2 PM
at Reedman Toll Subaru of Exton 421 W Lincoln Hwy, Exton, PA
Join for a day of pawliday fun! We’ll have adoptable puppies, kitties and dogs with no adoption fee thanks to generous sponsors Subaru and the ASPCA, plus Santa will be attending to capture all the pawliday wishes from your furry family members. Stop by to give a deserving pet a home for the holidays and/or to get a sweet snapshot of your pet(s) for your holiday cards.
Details HERE
(Thanks for sharing, Carrie A!)

Saturday Morning Stories
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
at Haverford Township Free Library
Saturday Morning Stories is an all ages storytime. We’ll share books, songs, rhymes, and fun!
Details HERE

Storytime and Activities Featuring Jack Frost vs. the Abominable Snowman 
11 AM
at Barnes & Noble Broomall PA
A thrilling adventure awaits as you pick your path and decide how the story Jack Frost vs. the Abominable Snowman unfolds! The big day has arrived and the racers are set. Will you follow Jack Frost, the mischievous racer with magical winter powers? Or will you follow Abe, the lovable Abominable Snowman with a few surprises up his sleeve?
Details HERE

Dance Me a Story
1 PM – 1:45 PM
at Middletown Free Library
For ages 2-5 years old
Registration is required 
This month our dance class with tie-in with the Coretta Scott King 50th Anniversary! Our performance we will be based on the 2015 CSK Illustrator Award-winning book, “Firebird.”
“Each class starts in a circle with a warm-up and gross-motor skills around the room. The dance teacher, Ms Lisa Oster, uses dance terms throughout the class (plié, releve, passé, chasse). She also incorporates a bit of yoga in the warm up. Then each class features a story with movement and accompanying music. Class ends with Freeze dance into a cool down.” Parents stay in the room, but must keep conversations to minimum. Parents may join in if it helps their child but in general the kids participate on their own.”
Details and registration info HERE

Safe Space Saturdays
1 PM – 2:30 PM
at Ridley Township Public Library
An afternoon for LGBTQIA+ and Allies. Talk, play games, or make crafts, with friends in a safe space.
Details HERE

MAKE break Holiday Wreath
1 PM – 3 PM
at participating Michaels Craft Stores
Cost: Buy the wreath base, and the supplies to decorate it will be provided.
Details HERE

Meditation at the Library
1 PM – 3 PM
at Ridley Township Public Library
Learn meditation with Rich Conti, from the Schoolhouse Center Meditation Group. Rich has been teaching meditation at Ridley Township Library for a few years as well.
Details HERE

Chess Club
1 PM – 3:30 PM
at Lansdowne Public Library
Join us to play chess, make new friends, learn new skills and have fun! All ages open chess every Saturday afternoon.
Details HERE

MaKey MaKey Video Games at Wolff’s Apple House
2 PM – 3 PM
at Wolff’s Apple House 81 S Pennell Rd Media, PA
Mr. Jason from Middletown Free Library will be bringing over computers and MaKey MaKey kits for kids & their families to play video games using conductive materials & foods at Wolff’s Apple House. Play Pac-Man using apples, a piano using bananas, or any Scratch program with the supplies provided. If you’re familiar with Scratch you can also design your own game/activity!
Registration is not required. We will share & take turns using the library equipment.
Details HERE

Santa’s Grand Arrival Parade at Storybook Land
2 PM – 9 PM
Details and ticket info HERE

Brandywine Zoo Traveling Storybook
3 PM – 3:45 PM
at Radnor Memorial Library
Hear the story Night Animals by Gianna Marino and visit with some animal friends and touchable artifacts paired with the story. Appropriate for children in Preschool – 2nd grade.
Details HERE

Disney Junior Holiday Party! On Tour
4 PM – 5:30 PM
at Tower Theater in Upper Darby
Details and ticket info HERE

Night Hike
6 PM – 8 PM
at Tyler Arboretum
Suitable for teens and adults. Bring a flashlight and wear shoes suitable for uneven terrain that may include moderate to steep trails.
Pre-registration strongly encouraged
$10 members, $20 non-members
Details and registration info HERE

Sunday November 17, 2019

Bird Walk with Emily Dodge
9 AM – 11 AM
at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge At Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia PA
Take an educational walk with one of our knowledgeable volunteers! Discover the 300+ species of birds that use the Refuge during their migration routes – each week guarantee different species!
Walk will meet by visitor center and be at a relaxed paced on flat surfaces. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers. Binoculars can be loaned from the front desk before the walk. No registration required.
Details HERE

Holiday Bazaar – Chi Post Prom
9:30 AM – 2 PM
Details HERE

Media Farmers Market
10 AM
Edgemont St, Media PA
The Market will be held every Sunday from 10 to 2 on Edgemont Street between Media Elementary and Barrall Field. Come on out for fresh produce, baked goods, meats, eggs, prepared foods, and more!
Details HERE

Baby & Me Storytime Featuring Abby (Sesame Street Friends)
11 AM
at Barnes & Noble Broomall PA
Baby & Me Storytime continues for caregivers and children 0-24 months old. Join us as we read a book and participate in activities featuring sensory growth for your little ones.
Details HERE

Family Program: Native American Adventures
1 PM – 2:30 PM
at Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Rd Media PA
Experience the daily life of Lenape families who lived in our region.
Discover the real history behind the Native Americans who lived in
this area 1,000 years ago. Visit the wigwam, try on Native American
clothes, and play traditional Lenape games. Suitable for ages 5 and up.
FREE for members, $15 non-members.
Pre-Registration required
Details HERE

Build Day at Middletown Free Library
1 PM – 4 PM
LEGO, K’NEX, Lincoln Logs, Marble Runs, Snap Car, Wooden Blocks, Magic Tracks, and a few more! Whatever building kits & toys Mr. Jason can bring out from the library’s supplies, you’ll find them so you & your kids can enjoy building together. Let the imagination and engineering skills soar! Bring some friends, or make some new ones–just clean up after yourselves when you are done, please.
Registration is not required. All ages can enjoy!
Details HERE

Green Sunday Craft Show
1 PM – 5 PM
Media Providence Friends School 125 W 3rd St, Media, PA
• Over forty local, juried vendors
• Unique, handmade gifts
• Raffle gift baskets with items from each vendor
• Craft station for the kids
• Tasty food, treats, and beverages
• A fun, festive, frenzy-free shopping venue!
Details HERE

The Secret Magic of Film and Broadway Songs
2 PM – 3 PM
at Ridley Township Public Library
From the iconic film song Beauty and the Beast to the famous Broadway hit, Memory, popular songs have inspired all generations of music lovers. But what makes these pieces become so popular? Together we will explore the secret musical magic of some of the most beloved songs in film and Broadway. Presented by pianist and composer Jennifer Campbell. (Program is geared for adults)
Details HERE

Lantern Parade
4 PM – 7 PM
at Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Rd Media PA
Tyler Arboretum and PhillyKinder invite you to celebrate the fall with a family-friendly European tradition. We will host a children’s St. Martin’s Day Lantern Parade on November 17th on the grounds of the arboretum, near Media, PA.
Join us for a traditional skit and sing-along, a twilight walk through the arboretum, food and drink.
Admission to this event is free of charge.
2SP Brewing & The Flying Deutschman will be on site.
RSVP requested
Details HERE

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