Norco Fire Company's Annual Fair

July 1st- July 6th



The NORCO FIRE COMPANY holds it's annual Fair in July each year on the Fire Company Fair Grounds on Route 724 East of the Coventry Mall. Thousands of people every night enjoy the excitement of the rides,the great food and the carnival atmosphere.


Schedule of Events

Mon. July 1:
$1.00 Discount Day--Specials throughout the FAIR on Rides,Food,and Games. Check for discount signs (6pm-10pm)

Tues. July 2:
"Family Night" Ride Special--All you can ride pay one price (6pm to Close)

- Radio B101 with B-Crew (6-8pm)

Wed. July 3: "Family Night" Ride Special--All you can ride pay one price (6pm-Close)

Thurs. July 4: Matinee Ride Special--All you can ride pay one price (3pm to Close)

Fri. July 5: Fair Open:--(6pm-10pm)

- Philly Eagles mascot, Swoop (7-9pm)

- Swoop arrives, on a firetruck, 7pm!!

Sat. July 6: Ride Special--All you can ride pay one price (3pm- Close)

- Radio B101 with B-Crew (6-8pm)

- Turkey Hill Road Show with Turkey Hilda (6-11pm)

- Miller-Keystone Blood Drive (6-9pm)

- Fireworks start (10:30pm start)
Daily Events


For more information: http://www.norcofireco.org

 Location:  Fire Company Fair Grounds on Route 724 East of the Coventry Mall

 This event is appropriate for: the whole family

Curious George Storytime at Pottery Barn Kids

Curious George Storytime
at Pottery Barn Kids
Tuesday July 2nd at 11am






Read along with your favorite curious little monkey. 



For more information http://www.potterybarnkids.com

Location:   Court at  King of Prussia -690 West Dekalb Pike King Of Prussia, PA 19406

This event is appropriate for:  ages 4 and older

Cost: free

Fun Things Top Ten Weekend Events for June 28, 29, & 30

Our top 10 picks for this weekend June 28th, 29th & 30th






Friday

1. 
  Check out live insects, look for twinkling fireflies, and release ladybugs into the night during Beyond the Gates at Longwood Gardens.

2. Watch "We Bought A Zoo" under the stars at Oakbourne Park


3. Movie Night at the Delaware Museum of Natural History

Saturday

4. Barbie is making a stop inthe Philadelphia area during her First Ever Barbie Cross County Tour 


5. Cool off with a Philly tradition at Super Scooper All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Festival at Penns Landing.


6. Make a 4th of July Hat at Michaels Craft Stores

7. Check out a special storytime with Arthur at Barnes & Noble Exton

8. Take the family roller skating at Caln Skating Center


Sunday 

9.Cool off with ice cream at The Old Fashion Ice Cream Festival at Rockwood Park

10. Free Sunday mornings at  Brandywine River Museum


Check out the calendar for more ideas. 

First Ever Barbie Cross County Tour comes to Philadelphia






An All-Acess Pass To Babbie® Doll’s World
June 28-30, 11am – 3 pm




Packed up and on the move, Barbie® doll is touring the nation to find the perfect place to call home and is coming to your city! Making a stop in Philadelphia, Barbie® is bringing you an all-access free pass to enter her world with the“Barbie is Moving” experience – featuring entertainment, fashion and construct your own Mega Bloks® Barbie™ room!


At the “Barbie® Is Moving” experience, you can:

  • Walk the runway in a glam fashion show and get tips from professional stylists before a fab photo opportunity
  • Build your own Mega Bloks® Barbie™ room to take home
  • Create your very own Barbie® fashions

For more information: http://www.barbieismoving.com/

Locations: Kohl’s, 250 West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA 19083 (June 28)

Toys “R” Us, 201 Franklin Mills Circle, Philadelphia, PA 19154 (June 29)

Toys “R” Us, 3401 Aramingo Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134 (June 30)


Cost: Free to the public

Beyond the Garden Gates at Longwood Gardens


June 28th 

5:00–9:00 pm



Enjoy family-fun activities, an outdoor concert, and behind-the-scenes experiences. Explore our Main Fountain Garden Pump House, meet the gardeners that fill the Idea Garden and Waterlily Display with beauty, and go on a global journey with our plant explorer.

Be a “bug”ologist! Check out live insects, look for twinkling fireflies, and release ladybugs into the night!


For more information: www.longwoodgardens.org


 Location: 1001 Longwood Road Kennett Square, PA 19348

 This event is appropriate for: the whole family

 Cost: $8 - $18

Movie Night in Oakbourne Park

We Bought a Zoo 
Friday June 28

at 8:15

Watch a movie under the stars at Oakbourne Park.


For more information  http://www.westtownpa.org

Location:   Oakbourne Park, 1014 South Concord Road

This event is appropriate for  the movie is rated PG

Cost: free to attend

Storytime at Barnes and Noble with Arthur

Saturday Morning Storytime
Saturday June 29th
@ 11:00 AM

Saturday Morning Storytime

Join us in the Children's Department "under the trees" for Storytime. With special guest Arthur!


For more information:http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2086

Location: Main Street at Exton, 301 Main Street, Exton, PA

This event is appropriate for: the whole family

Cost: free

Make a 4th of July Hat at Michaels

4th of July Hat
June 29th




Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! Only $2 per child reserves 30 minutes for your creative kid. Sessions starting every half hour from 10AM - 12:00PM. See a store associate to join the fun!


For more information  www.michaels.com

Location: 
285 Main St Exton, PA

This event is appropriate for  ages 3 and older


Cost: $2

2013 Fourth of July Fireworks and Parades in Chester County

Below is a list of parades, events and fireworks for the Chester County area. Don't forget the Wawa Welcome America celebration in Philadelphia that includes a parade on July 4th, an ice cream festival and outdoor movies. Click here for the calendar of events in Philadelphia. Please let me know if I forgot any and I will add them to the list.   
Happy 4th of July! 








Thursday July 3rd


Downingtown 34th Annual Good Neighbor Day and Fireworks
The event starts at 6 am in Kerr Park in Downtown with races and plenty of kids friendly events throughout the day. Fireworks at Dusk.

Easttown Township
Family Picnic and Bike Parade at Johnson Park (Berwyn) on July 4th, at 11 a.m.

July 4th at 10:00 AM at West Goshen Community Park (N. Five Points & Fern Hill Roads)
Receive prizes for best decorated bicycles, tricycles, big wheels, strollers, and wagons

Annual 4th of July Fireworks at Friendship Field  (corner of Fillmore Street and Franklin Avenue)
(Rain date is July 5th) 

Fireworks and concert
Chester County Concert Band - 7pm
Fireworks show begins at dusk
Wilson Farm Park - 500 Lee Road, Chesterbrook, PA


Friday July 5th
Parkesburg Fire Company Fair and Fireworks
Fireworks will be at dusk on July 5th at Minch Park (3rd Ave and Gay St)

Saturday July 6th
An Independence weekend concert, children's entertainment, activity & food vendors, and fireworks display.  (fireworks start at 9:45 p.m.) at Nottingham County Park (150 Park Road)

North Conventry Fair and Fireworks
Fireworks on Saturday at 10:30

Brandywine Picnic Park
Fireworks on Saturday - park opens at 4pm


Sunday July 7th
The Rotary Club of Coatesville will be partnering with the City of Coatesville and the Road Cycling League to make this a full day of activities. Beginning at noon there will be food, craft booths, games and other activities for the entire family. Bike races will begin for all ages at 2:00pm and run throughout the afternoon. The day will end with the City’s famous fireworks display.

 On Sunday, July 7th, we will celebrate Independence Day with two concerts and ending with a Fireworks display at 9:30 p.m.

Fun Things Top 10 Weekend Events for June 21, 22, & 23

Our top 10 picks for this weekend June 21st, 22nd, &23rd






Friday

1. Watch The Lorax 
under the stars at Oxford Memorial Park

2. Last weekend for Day out with Thomas on the Strasburg Railroad

Saturday

3. Register to make a Monsters University Chest on Saturday or Sunday at Lowes 


4.Head to Pottstown to watch some volleyball at the Pottstown Rumble Volleyball Tournament 


5. Plenty of family fun and fireworks at East Goshen Community Day

6. Make silly shells at Michaels stores

7. Saturday morning storytime at Barnes & Noble 

8Head to Upland Country Day School Brandywine Story Telling Festival

Sunday 

9. Catch Ernie & Neal in concert at West Goshen Park

10.  Free Sunday mornings at  Brandywine River Museum


Check out the calendar for more ideas. 

PNC Free Sunday Morning at Delaware Museum of Natural History

Delaware Museum of Natural History Offers 
Free Admission on June 23 for PNC Free Sunday Morning 

Admission to the Delaware Museum of Natural History will be waived from 9:30 a.m. - noon on Sunday, June 23, courtesy of PNC Bank. This PNC Free Sunday Morning is part of a grant from the PNC Foundation, which receives its principle funding from The PNC Financial Services Group.


Location: Delaware Museum of Natural History, 4840 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807 

Cost: FREE 

For more info: Visit www.delmnh.org or call (302) 658-9111.

East Goshen Township Community Day



East Goshen Township Community Day
Saturday, June 22nd 
Activities begin at 5pm, (Rain date Sunday June 23rd)

At EAST GOSHEN TOWNSHIP PARK


Spectacular Fireworks at Dusk

Activities for All AGES!

• The “Blue Sky Band” Live!

• Former US Army Golden Knights Parachutist Jump In

• The JeffSTAT Helicopter Landing in the park

• Pony Rides and a Petting Zoo

• Giant Moon bounce, Slide, Obstacle Course, Trackless Train

• More Inflatables than EVER!

• Hi Striker, Low Striker

• Carnival Games

• Laser Tag

• “Ask a Doc” table with a Cardiologist from Paoli Hospital

• “STUBBY the Helicopter” from the American Helicopter Museum

Skateboard Demonstration

• Health Screening for blood pressure and stroke from Paoli Hospital

• Face painting by Center on Central

• Paoli Hospital “Yellow Dot” emergency registration program

• Boy Scout Skills Demonstration

• The National Anthem and then a Celebration in the SKY!

Ernie and Neal Concert at West Goshen Park



West Goshen Township Park presents an evening of music for the children with

Ernie and Neal

6:30 PM, Sunday, June 23, 2013

at

The J. Leon Hagerty Amphitheater





Rainsite: West Chester East High School Auditorium, Ellis Lane

Visit www.westgoshen.org after 3:00 PM for rain determination.



For more information: www.westgoshen.org or visit  www.ernieandneal.com

Location: West Goshen Community Park-(N. Five Points and Fern Hill Roads)

This event is appropriate for: the whole family

Cost: ADMISSION IS FREE!

Guests are encouraged to bring dry good items (e.g., soap, toilet paper, laundry detergent, diapers, shampoo,deodorant, etc.) for the West Chester Food Cupboard and the Coatesville Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Make Silly Shells at Michaels

Silly Shells
June 22nd




Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! Only $2 per child reserves 30 minutes for your creative kid. Sessions starting every half hour from 10AM - 12:00PM. See a store associate to join the fun!



For more information  www.michaels.com

Location
285 Main St Exton, PA

This event is appropriate for  ages 3 and older


Cost: $2


The Delaware Children’s Museum Summer Kickoff Party

DCM Summer Kickoff Party 
Friday, June 21st
at 5pm

The Delaware Children’s Museum (DCM) kicks off its summer season on the first official day of summer with the “DCM Summer Kickoff,” a three-hour indoor/outdoor event starting at 5pm on Friday, June 21.

With the Museum open late ‘til 8pm, the party will spill out onto the streets outside, with special events that include a gymnastics performance by Olympiad Gymnastics, a collaborative chalk drawing on the streets and sidewalks outside the Museum, a giant bubble area, face painting, a dance party, food trucks, and more.

But the highlight of the party will be the kiddie pool full of Ooblek, a singular substance that’s well known to regular DCM guests — though usually seen in much smaller quantities. A mixture of cornstarch and water forms the Ooblek, a non-Newtonian fluid that’s just solid enough for kids (and adults) to run across — if they go quickly! It’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance to run across the surface of water.

Tickets to the “DCM Summer Kickoff” are $5 per person and include unlimited access to the Museum and all outdoor activities from 5-8pm on June 21.

And continuing every Friday night this summer, the Museum will feature special extended hours, unique programming, and discounted pricing for guests visiting after 5pm. The “$5 Fridays After5pm” series starts on June 21 and runs every Friday night through the summer. Museum hours on these summer Friday nights will be 9am–8pm, with admission starting at just $5 per person after 5pm.



For more information: http://www.delawarechildrensmuseum.org 

 Location: 550 Justison St, Wilmington, DE 19801


 This event is appropriate for: the whole family

 Cost: $5

Make a Monsters University Chest at Lowes




On Saturday, June 22nd and Sunday June 23rd register to make a Monsters University Chest. Your child will love building this chest inspired by Disney Pixar's Monsters University.  The fun starts at 10am on Saturday morning and 2pm on Sunday . You need to register -click here to register


For more information: www.lowesbuildandgrow.com

 Location: 561 HEPBURN ROAD
AVONDALE, PA


1250 CORNERSTONE BOULEVARD
DOWNINGTOWN, PA


1136 TOWN SQUARE ROAD
POTTSTOWN, PA 

 This event is appropriate forkids ages 6 and older

 Cost: free  

Paoli Library Hosts Summer Reading Kick-off Party

Paoli Library Hosts Summer Reading Kick-off Party 
on June 19th
3:30–5:30 p.m.

 Kick off summer reading at the Paoli Library Summer Reading Kick-Off Party on Wednesday, June 19, 3:30–5:30 p.m. at Paoli Fire Station, 69 Darby Road, Paoli. All ages are welcome at this fun family event with crafts, refreshments, and special entertainment by magician Mike Rose! During the party, children entering grades 1-6 can join the library’s Summer Reading Club and receive a T-shirt and a reading log. Preschoolers can join the Read-to-Me Club and will receive a reading log, a recommended reading list, and parents will get tips for reading with their little ones. 

Throughout the summer, school-age members of the Summer Reading Club will win weekly prizes when they visit the library, and as a bonus, will automatically be signed up for GO WilMa!, Willistown Township’s outdoor adventure program. Preschool members of the Read-to-Me club will get stickers to decorate their reading log and after five weeks of participation, will get a free book! Paoli Library will also host a full summer of events designed around the 2013 summer theme “Dig Into Reading.”


Sign up for the Summer Reading Kick-off Party and see the complete list of summer events on Paoli Library’s website: tredyffrinlibraries.org/pkids.asp. For more information, visit the library at 18 Darby Road, Paoli or call 610-296-7996.


Delaware Children’s Museum Summer Kickoff Party

DCM Summer Kickoff Party 
Friday, June 21st
at 5pm

The Delaware Children’s Museum (DCM) kicks off its summer season on the first official day of summer with the “DCM Summer Kickoff,” a three-hour indoor/outdoor event starting at 5pm on Friday, June 21.

With the Museum open late ‘til 8pm, the party will spill out onto the streets outside, with special events that include a gymnastics performance by Olympiad Gymnastics, a collaborative chalk drawing on the streets and sidewalks outside the Museum, a giant bubble area, face painting, a dance party, food trucks, and more.

But the highlight of the party will be the kiddie pool full of Ooblek, a singular substance that’s well known to regular DCM guests — though usually seen in much smaller quantities. A mixture of cornstarch and water forms the Ooblek, a non-Newtonian fluid that’s just solid enough for kids (and adults) to run across — if they go quickly! It’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance to run across the surface of water.

Tickets to the “DCM Summer Kickoff” are $5 per person and include unlimited access to the Museum and all outdoor activities from 5-8pm on June 21.

And continuing every Friday night this summer, the Museum will feature special extended hours, unique programming, and discounted pricing for guests visiting after 5pm. The “$5 Fridays After5pm” series starts on June 21 and runs every Friday night through the summer. Museum hours on these summer Friday nights will be 9am–8pm, with admission starting at just $5 per person after5pm.



For more information: http://www.delawarechildrensmuseum.org 

 Location: 550 Justison St, Wilmington, DE 19801

 This event is appropriate for: the whole family

 Cost: $5

Regal Theaters Summer Movie Express





Selected G or PG movies start at 10:00am every Tuesday and Wednesday (starting 6/11) during the festival for only $1. The Summer Movie Express is safe, lots of fun and a great way for kids to spend a weekday morning in the summer. Admission is $1 and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Will Rogers Institute.

Week Title Rating Start Time

1 The Three Stooges PG 10am
1 Ice Age: Continental Drift PG 10am
2 Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days PG 10am
2 Parental Guidance PG 10am
3 Mr. Poppers' Penguins PG 10am
3 Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked G 10am
4 Monte Carlo PG 10am
4 Rio G 10am
5 Coraline PG 10am
5 ParaNorman PG 10am
6 Dr. Seuss' The Lorax PG 10am
6 Big Miracle PG 10am
7 Yogi Bear PG 10am
7 Journey 2: The Mysterious Island PG 10am
8 Racing Stripes PG 10am
8 Happy Feet Too PG 10am
9 African Cats G 10am
9 Chimpanzee G 10am
For more information: www.regmovies.com

Location: 100 Quarry Rd Downingtown, PA 19335

This event is appropriate for: Movies are rated G and PG

Cost: $1

School's Out Greentree Park Party



Tuesday June 18th 
5:30 – 7:30pm


Celebrate SUMMER with family, friends, and neighbors at Greentree Park

*DJ Wiggles ~ Children and Teen DJ Extraordinaire
*Pony Rides
*Face Painting 
*Petting Zoo (feed furry friends!) 
*Pony Rides
*The Glenmoore Grille food truck 
*Whirled Peace froyo 
*Buster the Clown & his Balloon Creations

Rain Date – Thursday, June 20th 5:30-7:30 pm Call 610-647-5300 X 224 if weather is a


For more information: willistownparks.org

Location: Greentree Park is located at 21 Grubb Road, Malvern, PA 19355,
on the corner of Woodland Avenue and Grubb Road in northern 
Willistown.

This event is appropriate for: the whole family

Cost:  This event is free to the public.

Fun Things Top 10 Weekend Events for June 14, 15, & 16

Our top 10 picks for this weekend June 14th, 15th, & 16th







Friday

1. Head to Coatesville for the Chester County Balloon Festival


2. Join the American Girl Group as they make woven summer reading bookmarks for Samantha at Barnes & Noble Exton

Saturday

3. Head to Toys R Us for a fun Father's Day Lego event


4. Plenty of family fun Buzz & Jrray's 22nd Annual Summer Solstice Music Festival


5. Learn about the natural resources at Hagley Museums Hagley Creek Kids

6. Father's Day is on Sunday so head to Michaels to make a duct tape frame for Father's Day 

7. Take a trip to Lancaster PA and climb aboard Thomas the Train at the Strasburg Rail Road

Sunday 
Happy Father's Day

8Celebrate DAD'S DAY in Downtown Kennett Square

9. Celebrate Father's Day at the American Helicopter Museum's Father Fest

10.  Free Sunday mornings at  Brandywine River Museum


Check out the calendar for more ideas. 

Celebrate DAD'S DAY in Downtown Kennett





June 16th
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Family Scavenger Hunt around the Town with Prizes!

Other treats & fun activities for the entire family
Casual dining & shopping
For more information: http://historickennettsquare.com

 Location: Downtown Kennett Square

 This event is appropriate for: the whole family

Chester County Balloon Festival


Come play with us at our 7th annual family-centered event - for a thrilling weekend of spectacular hot air balloons, and non-stop activities!

Dramatic sights in the sky will delight all with hot air balloon ascensions, special shapes and magical balloon glows in the evening dusk over the rolling hills of Chester County.

Gates Open
5:00 pm on Friday
3:00 pm on Saturday




For more information: www.ccballoonfest.com

Location: Plantation Field Horse Trials
1600 West Doe Run Rd., Coatesville, PA 19320


This event is appropriate for: the whole family



Father Fest at the American Helicopter Museum



This annual FatherFest will be held on Father's Day, Sunday, June 16th from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 



Ride and a look at Toys for Dad on Father’s Day!

Antique Car and Motorcycle Show

Helicopter Rides Offered

Food & Fun for the Whole Family!



For more infohttp://www.americanhelicopter.museum/

Location: 1220 American Blvd. West Chester, PA

This is appropriate for the whole family

Cost: Admission is $7 per person 

Father's Day Lego Event at Toys R Us





For more information  http://www.toysrus.com

Location:  
18 West Lightcap Road Pottstown  PA 19464

103 East Swedesford Road  Exton PA 19341



Cost: free to attend

Make a Father's Day Duck Tape Frame at Michaels

Father's Day Duck Tape Frame
June 15th




Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! Only $2 per child reserves 30 minutes for your creative kid. Sessions starting every half hour from 10AM - 12:00PM. See a store associate to join the fun!



For more information  www.michaels.com

Location
285 Main St Exton, PA

This event is appropriate for  ages 3 and older


Cost: $2

Hagley's Creek Kids

Hagley's Creek Kids: The Natural World
June 15th
 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Investigate the beautiful natural setting of Hagley! The unique natural resources at Hagley made it the ideal site for the DuPont powder yards. The Creek Kids' hands-on activities will explore why du Pont settled here and how we can work to preserve the site's natural beauty. Activities are included with general admission and are free for members.




For more information: www.hagley.lib.de.us

Location
: 200 Hagley Rd, Wilmington, DE, 19807


This event is appropriate for
: kids ages 3 and older

Cos
t: Free for Hagley members.

Admission is $6 for adults, $4 per child (free for children three and under), and includes cost of supplies.

Day Out With Thomas On the Strasburg Rail Road


June 15th -23rd

Thomas the Tank Engine is set to roll into Strasburg Rail Road for Day Out With Thomas. All Thomas fans are invited to spend the day with their favorite Train from June 15th -23rd. This event will include activities and excitement for the whole family. There are lots of family friendly activities to do while at the Strasburg Rail Road

 · Storytelling and video viewing

 · Ride on the Cagney, a miniature steam train

 · “Steer” the pint-sized Cranky Cars around a track

 · Ride Strasburg Rail Road’s hand-powered Pump Car

 · Shop a large selection of Thomas merchandise, including toys, books, railway sets, DVD’s, apparel and more

 The train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine will depart every 30 minutes, rain or shine. Check www.StrasburgRailRoad.com for specific train times.

Advanced ticket purchase is recommended. Ticket prices are $19 for ages 2 and up (service charges and fees may apply). Purchase tickets for Day Out With Thomas:by calling Ticket Web toll-free at 866-468-7630, or by visiting www.ticketweb.com or www.StrasburgRailRoad.com.


  Check out Fun Things review of the Strasburg Rail Road, hotel and other activities in the Lancaster area.

 For more information and directions contact the Strasburg Rail Road at 717-687-7522 or www.StrasburgRailRoad.com.

Celebrate Dad at Pottery Barn Kids

Celebrate Dad 
Week of June 10th


Father’s Day is on Sunday, June 16th this year. So the week before, bring the kids in store to make handmade cards for Dad and/or Grandpa! This is a FREE event.



For more information http://www.potterybarnkids.com

Location:   Court at King of Prussia -690 West Dekalb Pike King Of Prussia, PA 19406

This event is appropriate for:  ages 4 and older

Cost: free

Fun Things Top 10 Weekend Events for June 7, 8, & 9

Our top 10 picks for this weekend June 7th, 8th, & 9th



Friday

1. Check out First Friday Events in Oxford, West Chester and Kennett Square

2. Head to the Easttown Library for family movie night 


Saturday

3.Head to Lowes Home Improvement Stores on Saturday or Sunday for make Monsters University Scarers

4. Saturday Morning storytime at Barnes and Noble Exton


5  Celebrate World Oceans Day during the National Geographic Little Explorers event at Pottery Barn Kids

6. Learn more about your favorite primates at the Philadelphia Zoo during PECO Primate Day all weekend long

7. Father's Day is next Sunday so head to Michaels to make a Father's Day Card

8.  Celebrate World Oceans Day at the Brandywine Zoo

9. Enjoy good food and music at the Main Line Jazz and Food Festival

Sunday 

10.  Free Sunday mornings at  Brandywine River Museum


Check out the calendar for more ideas.