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Cool Philadelphia Story Times Worth Bookmarking

We're rounding up a list of fun destinations around Philadelphia with story times for kids!

Check the map to find a story time near you, and come back to leave a review for your favorites and share the scoop with fellow parents.


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    Smith Memorial Playground - Story Time

    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.

    Philadelphia, PA
    luluscasita.com

    Lulu's Casita - Bilingual Story Time and Crafts

    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.

    West Chester, PA

    Philly Art Center Creative Playgroup + Story Time

    Drop-in sensory play and story time with rotating themes to keep the fun and learning fresh! No registration required, just drop in when you can!

    Philadelphia, PA

    Baby Wordplay

    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.

    Philadelphia, PA

    Linvilla Orchards - Story Time & Craft

    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.

    Media, PA
    americanswedish.org

    American Swedish Historical Museum - Toddler Time

    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. 

    Philadelphia, PA
    handsonhouse.org

    Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster - Story Stretchers

    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!

    Lancaster, PA
    kimbertonwholefoods.com

    Kimberton Whole Foods, Collegeville - Story Time

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

    Phoenixville, PA
    The Academy of Natural Sciences

    The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University Science Story Time

    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.

    Philadelphia, PA
    terhuneorchards.com

    Terhune Orchards - Read & Pick Program

    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.

    Princeton, NJ

    Doylestown & Lahaska Bookshops

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

    Doylestown, PA
    pleasetouchmuseum.org

    Please Touch Museum - Storytime

    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.

    Philadelphia, PA

    Head House Books Children's Story Hour

    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.

    Philadelphia, PA
    highlandorchards.net/

    Highland Orchards - Story N' Pick

    Highland Orchards is a pick-your-own fruit farm -- right off the tree! Story N' Pick, an hour story time, precedes your picking adventure & often centers around the fruit you're about to pick. Check their social media for details about upcoming events.

    West Chester, PA
    artdeptstudios.com

    Art Dept. Studios - Story Time & Art

    Story Time & Art mixes creativity with reading. Young artists and their caregivers can join this class where you'll read a book and create a project based on the story's theme. Pre-registration is required.

    Doylestown, PA

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