Published February 8, 2018
Olympic Rings and Valentine’s Hearts- This Weekend in Philadelphia and the Southern New Jersey Shore
Your own little athletes have plenty of opportunities to get into the Olympic spirit this weekend. Or, if you’re in the mood for something more romantic, take one of several opportunities to celebrate Valentine’s Day with the help of the many unique festive events in the area this upcoming weekend.
February 9 (all day)
Bucks County Children’s Museum
New Hope, PA
Get a case of Olympic fever at the Bucks County Children’s Museum. Come and enjoy Olympic themed crafts with your visit to the museum.
February 9 10:30 AM
Ventnor Branch Library
Ventnor, NJ
Dress your toddler up for a silly-good time participating in these Toddler Olympics. With multiple events such as baby bowling, a teething ring toss, a toilet paper roll torch relay, and even an awards ceremony! Your toddler will love this chance to show off their own athletic ability.
Black History in Food and Folklore with Michelle Washington Wilson
February 10 2:00 PM
Pleasantville Branch
Pleasantville, NJ
Come and listen to stories of traditional African folktales, a slide show of notable Africans dating back over a thousand years, and delicious traditional food to sample. This event is the perfect way to kick off Black History month.
Toys R Us Heroes Needed Build and Play Event
February 10 12:00 PM
All Toys R Us Locations
Your hero loving LEGO fan will receive a free hero mask at this free event and will even receive a 40% off coupon for a LEGO set. For kids ages 6 and up, come and create while celebrating your child’s favorite heroes.
Kennett Chocolate Lovers Festival
February 11 12:00 PM
Kennett High School Gymnasium
Kennett Square, PA
You get to enjoy chocolate treats all while raising money for United Way of Southern Chester County. Come and sample delicious chocolatey treats with your Valentine for a great cause
Lansdowne Symphony Orchestra- February Concert
February 11 3:00 PM
Upper Darby Performing Arts Center
Drexel Hill, PA
This month’s Landsdowne Symphony Orchestra Concert features work of Brahms, Bates, and Prokofiev. Enjoy an afternoon with the symphony with your sweetheart.
Free Family Sundays at the Delaware Contemporary
February 11 1:00 PM
Delaware Contemporary
Wilmington, DE
Create “Works of heART” with the help of the artists at the Delaware Contemporary. The theme for this week’s family Sunday is creating random-acts-of-kindness in honor of Valentine’s Day.
February 11 12:00
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
Philadelphia, PA
This week at the Magic Gardens, you can create paracord crafts with your family. The crafts at this event are inspired by the book This is the Rope by Jacqueline Woodson.