Cool Philadelphia Story Times Worth Bookmarking

Come read a story and stretch the learning through a guided, hands-on activity! Each activity ties directly into that day's book and encourages a love of literacy by bringing the pages to life!

Tuesdays 10am & 11:30am

Lulu's Casita hosts a mini fiesta and bilingual story time every Tuesday at their Ardmore location and every Thursday at their West Chester location.

Tuesdays at 10am & Thursdays at 11am

Smith Memorial Playground is a world of indoor and outdoor fun that is always free to visit. Their one-of-a-kind historic Playhouse offers three floors of interactive play. Their 6.5-acre Playground has multiple zones for climbing, swinging, spinning and exploring. The Marion Stokes Library is home to their collection of children’s books. Their selection rotates seasonally so there’s always something new to enjoy. Every Wednesday at 10:30 am, meet Mr. Zack in the library for an interactive storytime.

Wednesdays, 10:30am

Miss Pam, creator of the first podcast for babies, invites families to register for her 8-week toddler classes on Mondays or just drop in. Storyplay features books, songs, finger plays, puppets, movement, live music, sign language, and more.

Kids will love picking their own strawberries, raspberries, peaches, summer squash and more at Linvilla Orchards. In addition, the farm is full of kid- and family-friendly attractions (e.g. playground, hayrides, mazes, festivals). Enjoy free story time at Linvilla Orchards where Mrs. Muddypuddle brings enchanting tales to life.

Mondays, 11am

This unique program combines a hands-on farm activity with listening to a story highlighting a fruit or farm area. Each session starts with an educational program that includes reading stories and discussing how crops are grown or learning about an area of the farm. Children then have hands-on picking time or complete a craft activity.

April-October

Select Tuesdays, 9:30am & 11am

Kimberton Whole Foods invites children and their caregivers to join them at the Garden and Gift Shop for a story and a snack.

Have some fun with Academy educators and other young natural history fans during a very special science story time. Each week will feature a family-friendly science story and hands-on craft to try.

Second Saturday & Sunday, 11am & 12pm

Toddler Time is a specially designed program for children ages 2 to 5, where each session helps young minds grow through interactive stories, engaging hands-on activities and social interaction. It is held every third Tuesday of the Month. 

Third Tuesday of each month, 10:30 am

There are many family programs held at Morris Arboretum. Nature & curling up with a book go hand in hand! So naturally, you can expect a story time here. Join in for fun & engaging reading sessions. Details will be posted on their social media the week before every story time.

This popular children's storytime features music, books, and an activity with Lolly Hopwood. No sign-ups are necessary. 

All Fired Up features Story Time sessions, during which your child will enjoy hearing a story and creating a special art project! Pre-registration is recommended.

The Please Touch Museum is all about learning and discovering through stimulating and fun exhibits. There's also a 100+ year old carousel to take a spin, plus 3 toddler zones. Join their educators in the Book Nook to read a story together.

This adorable book store holds frequent literary events, including periodic Children's Story Hour with guest children's authors. It's the perfect spot for those parents who want their kids to experience reading time with a bit of character and charm. The employees are knowledgeable and there are plenty of cozy arm chairs to curl up in.

Young children and their grown-ups hear a story, interact with art in the Museum, and make their own creative works in this popular program.