by Alissa on August 29, 2012
Adventure Aquarium – Shark Fest 2012
This month we were invited to the Adventure Aquarium to scout out Shark Fest 2012 and the world’s largest shark, the Megalodon.
I can tell you, you don’t turn down an invitation like that! Not with a shark fan or two living at your house, anyway!
There are so many new interactive exhibits to check out.
Shark identification station
More Megalodon teeth than you can shake a stick at…
Checking out one of our favorites, the shark tunnel.
And then it was back to searching for the Megalodon. Here are four Megalodon jaws – young to old. Even the smallest wasn’t so small.
And the amazing 60-foot adult Megaladon – made entirely out of metal. If ever you’ve wondered what it’s like to wander around inside the belly of the beast, here’s your chance!
We weren’t quite ready to jump in on this one yet, though: Swim with the Sharks… if you dare!
To balance out all that shark scouting, we needed to pay a visit to our old pals, the hippos. We were pretty lucky to catch them being active. A morning feeding will do that, I guess!
If you go:
When:
Open 10 to 5 p.m. daily.
Where:
Camden, NJ (just across the Delaware River from Philly)
Cost:
- Adults, $22.95
- Children (2-12), $17.95
- Children under 2 are free.
Special Events:
- Shark Fest (runs through Sept. 3)
Check here for more reviews from the Adventure Aquarium
by Alissa on August 17, 2012
Activities for Kids
Activities for Kids – National
Summer Play Days at Disney Store
Participating Disney Store locations (call ahead to verify)
July 23 through Aug. 26, times vary (call your local store)
In-store events will occur EVERY DAY from July 23rd – August 26th. Attend 4 events and receive a special gift. Visit or call your local Disney Store for specific event times and details! Free. Kids ages 3 and up.
Free Crafts for Kids – Crawly Caterpillar
Lakeshore Learning
Sat. Aug. 18, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Children use a little craftiness to create their own tree-climbing caterpillar in mid-crawl! Plus print this coupon and bring with you to save $5 off a $25 purchase. *Lakeshore Learning has free activities for kids every Saturday!
Kids’ Cooking Class – Kids Hands-on Breakfast Ideas
Participating Williams Sonoma stores (call ahead to verify)
Sat. Aug. 18
Reservations required. Cost: $10.
Kids Bowl Free Sign the kids up for the Kids Bowl Free program and each week you’ll get coupons for free games at participating bowling center.
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For more events and activities for kids throughout the week, check our Kid-Friendly Events Calendar!
Tagged as: Activities, free, weekend
by Alissa on August 14, 2012
Mark your calendars!
The Clover Market has announced its Fall 2012 dates:
Sept. 16, 2012
Oct. 14, 2012
Nov. 4, 2012
Located in the Municipal Parking Lot in Ardmore, PA. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rain or shine. (And they’re not kidding, either. I attended one of the dates last spring – and there was some serious wind and rain, but the sellers just kept on smiling and selling!)
The Clover Market brings together over 100 vendors, offering handmade and vintage items for your home. It’s one of my very favorite places to spend a Sunday afternoon. If you’re near Philadelphia, stop by and check them out. It’s truly a modern flea market you won’t want to miss.
Tagged as: craft fair, flea market, Philadelphia
