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Best Places for Tweens to Geek Out
In 2020 it’s cool to be nerdy! Because let’s face it – we all have a bit of an inner geek! Whether your kid is super into D&D, Pokeman, Magic the Gathering, or just trying […]
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A Very Special Free Library: Tree House Books
Tree House Books is a giving library and literacy center headquartered in North Philadelphia. Founded in 2005, they provide free books to children and families, and Out of School Time (OST) programs that increase literacy […]
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Constitution Center Offers New Free Immersive Experience for High School Students
With support of the Philadelphia School District, tens of thousands of high school students to visit National Constitution Center for immersive education about the Constitution. Through a day-long intellectual, social, and skills-based educational experience at […]
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Philly Tweens Winter Break Activity Guide
It’s a long break this year! Most kids have almost two weeks off school this year for winter vacation. From vacation-camps to impromptu activities, here are a few things to entertain you throughout the holiday […]
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Will Fashion District Philadelphia Be the New Tween + Teen Hangout?
Formerly the site of The Gallery Mall, which sort of devolved into a mish-mash of mostly phone accessory kiosks and abandoned storefronts, The District is Philly’s attempt to get its retail groove back. Spanning three […]
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No School Again? Five Great Options for “Vacation Days”
Does anyone else feel like once the “Back to School” rush is over, a slew of holidays and teacher-in-service days take over and we are again left with kiddos at home clamoring for screens? Here […]
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Wheel Life Skills: Skate the Foundry Teaches Life Lessons Through Skateboarding
Skate The Foundry is an indoor skateboard park located in West Philadelphia – but is also a mobile skateboarding experience that can pop up anywhere! The skate park, located next to Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park at 894 […]
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Barnes Foundation Expands Virtual Reality Programs
The Barnes Foundation is expanding its virtual reality (VR) program, which kicked off last year in collaboration with the Free Library of Philadelphia. To serve a wider and more diverse audience, the program is expanding […]
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New Tweens Skills Group Helps with Emotions, Relationships, and Mental Health
It may feel like overnight your tween grew quills and became a porcupine; bristling at the slightest trigger. And as in many other aspects of the tween life, mental and behavioral health are often overlooked […]
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Top Picks for Back-to-School Haircuts
Ready to wash and cut out the summer chlorine and sun damage? Get your kids ready for the new school year with our top picks for easy back-to-school haircuts! Nest 1301 Locust St., Philadelphia NEST’s […]