Nature Walk in Morris Park Take a hike through the restored path and trails. Meet at the guardhouse and be on your way. Morris Park Guardhouse, 66th and Sherwood Ave. 8/21. 9 am.
Philly Fringe Previews Preview productions of Philadelphia's annual Fringe Festival. Plays & Players Theatre, 1714 Delancey St.; Reservations required: 215-735-0630 or 800-595-4849 (4TIX). www.livearts-fringe.org. $12. Closes 8/30.
Rodin Museum Public Tours Commissioned by theater magnate Jules Mastbaum in 1926, this building is home to one of the largest Rodin collections in the world. Franklin Parkway at 22nd St.; 215-763-8100. Included in admission.
Trivia Tuesdays Weekly event hosted by bartender "Smarty Pants" Wil. Sisters Restaurant & Nightclub, 1320 Chancellor St.; 215-735-0735.
True Word Church Men's Day Evangelistic Service Friday at 7:30 pm. Saturday there will be a Bible class at 1 pm & worship service at 4:30 pm. True Word Church of the Apostolic Faith, 6644 Germantown Ave. Closes 8/21.
Twisted Thursdays Dinner buffet, karaoke & DJs spinning '80s dance club mixes. Sisters Restaurant & Nightclub, 1320 Chancellor St.; 215-735-0735. $7-$10. Closes 8/26.
3rd Annual Heirloom Tomato Festival A day of fun activities, workshops and of course tomatoes. Terrain at Styer's, 914 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills. 8/21. 12-5 pm.
American Red Cross Blood Drive Save a life. Donate blood. Women's Club of Bala Cynwyd, 382 Bala Ave., Bala Cynwyd; 215-451-4285. 8/20. 1:30-7:30 pm.
Annual Daylily Sale American Hemerocallis Society presents annual sale. Church of the Good Samaritan, 212 Lancaster Ave., Paoli. $5.25 per plant. 8/21. 9 am-noon.
Bug Search for Kids Come find, identify and share insects using a bug box you can keep. Norristown Farm Park, 2500 Upper Farm Rd., Norristown; 484-674-3748. www.phs.montcopa.org. $4. 8/25. 1 pm.
Family Sunset Adventures Crafts, games, snacks & more. 215-256-0100 x115. Branch Creek Community Church, 100 Main St., Harleysville; 215-256-0100. $10; $35 for all 5 nights. Closes 8/25.
Friday Night Fireworks Display over the Delaware River, every Fri. through August.. Main St., New Hope. www.newhopelambertvillefireworks.com. Closes 9/3.
Pajama-Rama: Jewish Bedtime Story Hour Rabbis & Jewish educators from area synagogues will share stories. Kosher refreshments served. All are welcome. Borders Books & Music - Oxford Valley, 2343 E. Lincoln Hwy., Langhorne. Closes 8/24.
Schmooze & Song in the Park Marc "The Marvelous Toy" Rossio will perform Jewish-themed songs. Local rabbis will have information about their synagogues. East Goshen Park, 1580 Paoli Pike, West Chester. 8/22. 5-7 pm.
Seeing Eye Puppies Local 4H Club teaches what it takes to raise and train a seeing eye dog. Perkiomen Valley Library, 290 Second St., Schwenksville; Registration required: 610-287-8360. 8/25. 7 pm.
The Heart of Haiti Festival of food, art and music. Spring Mill Cafe, 164 Barrenhill Rd., Conshohocken; R.S.V.P.: 610-828-2250. $20-$35. 8/22. 3 pm.
Tomato & Pear Festival Tomato & pear treats, tomato-themed games, live music by Makin' Music, hayrides, face painting & more. Linvilla Orchards, 137 W. Knowlton Rd., Media; 610-874-4678. 8/21. 9 am-6 pm.
Ukrainian Folk Festival Enjoy arts & crafts, music, dancing & more. Ukrainian American Sport Center, Lower State & County Line Rds., Horsham. $15; $10 students; free for children. 8/22. 12-9 pm.
14th Annual Woofstock Festival Animal Orphanage's fundraiser features activities for animal lovers of all ages (& their leashed pets). Rain date 8/22. Connolly Park, Centennial Blvd., Voorhees; 609-743-6444.
www.theanimalorphanage.org. Donation suggested: $1; free for seniors and children under 12. 8/21. 11 am-4 pm.
2010 Margate Rock Festival Gold Foundation presents annual festival, featuring a performance by The Hooters followed by fireworks. Margate Bayfront, Washington Ave., Margate City; 609- 823-0200. 8/22. 7 pm.
Atlantic City Farmers' Market Each Thurs. & Sat. through Oct. 9. Center City Park, Atlantic and North Carolina Avenue, Atlantic City. acsid.com.
Atlantic City, Playground of the Nation Artifacts, costumes, posters, photographs, songsheets, postcards, souvenirs & Miss America memorabilia. Ongoing. Atlantic City Historical Museum, Garden Pier, Atlantic City; 609-347-5839.
Best of the West Trolley Tour Narrated tour of West Cape May highlighting history, farms, shops, vintage cottages, African American heritage & more. 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278. $10; $7 children 3-12. Closes 9/9.
Boardwalk Family Fun Night Parades, clowns & music. 609-523-1602. Wildwood Beach & Boardwalk, Lincoln Ave., Wildwood; 800-992-9732. Closes 9/2.
Buckets of Fun! Vintage Sand Pails & Beach Toys Exhibit featuring over 500 pails & toys. Ocean City Historical Museum, 1735 Simpson Ave., Ocean City. Donations accepted.
Cape May by Moonlight Trolley Rides Guided ride. Downtown Cape May, 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278. www.capemaymac.org. $10; $7 children 3-12.
Cherry House Tour Historic Federal-style home, built in 1849 by Lemuel Leaming, lovingly restored & furnished with antiques. Tix at Washington Street Mall Info Booth. Downtown Cape May, 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278. www.capemaymac.org. $10; $8 children.
Children's Trolley Ride Historic district tour geared toward kids. Downtown Cape May, 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278. $7. Closes 9/5.
Cole Bros. Circus of the Stars World's largest circus under the big top. Ticket info: 800-796-5672 or www.gotothecircus.com. West Deptford Municipal Building, 400 Crown Point Rd., Thorofare. www.gotothecircus.com/. Closes 8/24.
Emlen Physick Estate Children's Tour Trained storytellers share kid-friendly tales as children get a glimpse of life more than 125 years ago. Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts, 1048 Washington St., Cape May; 609-884-5404. $7. Closes 9/1.
Evenings Along Asbury Art demonstrations, live music, interactive activities & shopping specials. Asbury Avenue, Ocean City. Closes 9/1.
Fisherman's Wharf Tour Tour the Lobster House Dock while learning about local history. Cape May; 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278. www.capemaymac.org. $10; $7 children 3-12.
Funtastic Tuesdays Face painting & entertainment. Tue. thru Labor Day. Asbury Avenue, Ocean City.
Fusion Performing Arts Center Summer Festival First Arts Festival Day. Fusion Performing Arts Center, 1931 Olney Ave., Cherry Hill; 856-424-8836. 8/26. 11 am.
Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour Guided trip featuring info on paranormal findings of Craig McManus. Downtown Cape May, 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278. www.capemaymac.org. $10; $7 children.
Ghosts of the Lighthouse Trolley Tour Ghost stories & trip to the Cape May Lighthouse. 609-884-5404. www.capemaymac.org. $20; $15 children 3-12.
Graveyards of the Deep Trolley Tour Focusing on Cape Island's maritime history. Cape May; 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278. $10; $7 children 3-12.
Guided Tours Learn about the property's history as you explore the mansion, annex rooms & courtyard gardens. Smithville Mansion, 803 Smithville Rd., Mount Holly. $6.
Guided Tours of the Emlen Physick Estate Check out 15 of the estate's restored rooms, then visit the Carriage House gallery to see the current exhibit. Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts, 1048 Washington St., Cape May; 609-884-5404. $10; $5 children 3-12.
Historic District Trolley Tour Hear tales of the past. Downtown Cape May, 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278. www.capemaymac.org. $10; $5 children 3-12.
Historic District Walking Tour Guided stroll. Downtown Cape May, 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278. $10; $7 children 3-12.
Historic Haunts House Tour Guided tour of Physick Estate. A discussion on Victorian Spiritualism follows. Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts, 1048 Washington St., Cape May; 609-884-5404. $10; $7 children 3-12. Closes 9/8.
Irish Pipe & Drum Brigades Authentic Irish Pipe Brigade parade. 609-523-1602. Wildwood Beach & Boardwalk, Lincoln Ave., Wildwood; 800-992-9732. www.dowildwood.com. Closes 8/30.
Junior Keepers Participants can help out with tasks like animal enrichment, logging & feeding. Jenkinson's Aquarium, 300 Ocean Ave., Point Pleasant; Registration required: 732-899-1659. $80. Closes 8/20.
Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour Tour magnificent buildings. Downtown Cape May, 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278. www.capemaymac.org. $10; $7 children 3-12.
Market Days Entertainment, face painting & balloon sculptors. Asbury Avenue, Ocean City. Closes 9/2.
Military Uniforms Exhibit Featuring uniforms dating back as far as the Spanish American War & as recent as Desert Storm. Cape May County Historical Museum, 504 Rte. 9, Cape May Court House; 609-465-3535.
Mummers Night Area groups show off skills. Ocean City Boardwalk, 2nd to 23rd St., Ocean City. Closes 8/31.
Patriot Pirates - Tales of Plunder & Privateers of Coastal NJ Exhibit based on the Revolutionary War Privateers of the Jersey Shore. Ongoing. Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Tuckerton; Registration required: 609-296-8868 Ext. 100. Included in admission.
Pirates & Plunder Trolley Tour Featuring tales of Cape Island's pirates & privateers. Cape May; 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278. $10; $7 children 3-12.
Tea & Tour Tour the home of Smith Machine Co. founder Hezekiah Bradley Smith, who purchased the land in 1865. Smithville Mansion, 803 Smithville Rd., Mount Holly; 856-767-3159. $20.
The Keeper's on Duty Program about the history of the Cape May Lighthouse. Cape May Point State Park, 609-884-5404.
Tours at Cape May Winery Tasting, tour & introduction to how wine is made. Cape May Winery, 709 Townbank Rd., Cape May. $20.
Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour Tour points of interest in the town & learn about special events. Downtown Cape May; 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278. www.capemaymac.org. $10; $7 children 3-12.
William Penn Cat Show Hundreds of pedigreed cats are judged in various categories. Watch judging, shop for accessories & meet cats up for adoption. Wildwoods Convention Center, 5401 Boardwalk, Wildwood; 732-552-6994. www.catshows.us. Closes 8/22.
World War II Trolley Tour Learn how war impacted area & visit coast fortifications nearby. Cape May; 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278. $20; $15 children 3-12.
August Quarterly Festival celebrating religious freedom & commemorating the 1813 founding of the Union Church of African Members. Downtown Wilmington, Market St., 302-652-9937. augustquarterly.org. Closes 8/29.
Back to School Fair Contests, scavenger hunt, exhibitors & more. Chase Center on the Riverfront, 800 S. Madison St., Wilmington. 8/21. 11 am-4 pm.
Close Encounters of the Wild Kind Weekly programs on animals & themes. Brandywine Zoo, 1001 N. Park Dr., Wilmington. Included in admission.
Keeper Watching Program on the zoo's conservation efforts. Watch zookeepers doing their thing. Brandywine Zoo, 1001 N. Park Dr., Wilmington. Included in admission.
Lantern Tour Guides will begin at Museum Square on South New Street. First State Heritage Park, 102 S. State St., Dover; Reservations required: 302-739-9194. $5. Closes 8/20.
Owl Prowl Evening walk in search of owls. Brandywine Creek State Park, 41 Adams Dam Rd., Greenville; 302-577-3534. Included in admission. Closes 9/4.
Simple Machines Exhibit on six key components found in most complicated machinery. John Dickinson Plantation, 340 Kitts Hammock Rd., Dover; 302-739-3277. Donations accepted.
Sports Card, Comic Book & Collectible Show Presented by A2Z Promotions & featuring approx. 50 dealer tables. Aetna Fire Hall, 400 Ogletown Road, Newark; 302-983-2636. www.a2zshows1.com. $2; free under 12. Closes 9/19.
USS Delaware Visitors Center will be hosting an exhibit of silver from the Delaware. First State Heritage Park, 102 S. State St., Dover; 302-739-9194. Included in admission.
Kid's Stuff
2010 Junior Golf Camp Camp featuring instruction on swing fundamentals, rules & etiquette as well as games & contests. Twisted Dune Golf Club, 2101 Ocean Heights Ave., Egg Harbor; Registration required: 609-927-4900. $50-$75; $250-$350 per week. Closes 8/27.
Back to School Blast Games, crafts & activities celebrating the start of the new school year. Brandywine Zoo, 1001 N. Park Dr., Wilmington. Included in admission. 8/21. 10 am-3:30 pm.
Campfire Night Hike All 4-to-7-year-olds are invited. Churchville Nature Center, 501 Churchville Ln., Southampton; Registration required: 215-357-4005. $15. 8/20. 6:30-9 pm.
Children's Storytelling Lunch Family-friendly. Carriage House Tearoom & Cafe, 1048 Washington St., Cape May; 609-884-5404. $18; $10 children 3-12. Closes 8/30.
Children's Storytime Stories & crafts. Barnes & Noble - Rittenhouse Square, 1805 Walnut St.; 215-665-0716.
Common Grounds Community Coffee House Open mike & opportunities to listen or play family-friendly music. Jarrettown United Methodist Church, 1460 Limekiln Pike, Dresher. $5.
Glory of Stories Children's storytime & craft activity. Delaware Art Museum, 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. $3. Closes 8/27.
Grand/Parents & Preschoolers Children & caregivers can enjoy crafts, stories & trail walks together. Silver Lake Nature Center, 1306 Bath Rd., Bristol; Registration required. $9. 8/21. 10-11 am.
Lighthouse Story Time Children's storytime featuring nautical tales & lighthouse adventure stories. Cape May Point State Park, Cape May Point, 609-884-5404. Closes 8/29.
Little Miss Ocean City Pageant Scholarship pageant for local girls aged 8 through 11. Ocean City Music Pier, Moorlyn & the Boardwalk, Ocean City; 609-525-9304. $10. 8/20. 7 pm.
Milk & Cookies Variety hour for local performers who specialize in family entertainment. MilkBoy Coffee, 2 E. Lancaster Ave., Ardmore; 610-645-5269. $5. Closes 8/30.
Milk & Cookies Variety hour for local performers who specialize in family entertainment. MilkBoy Acoustic Cafe, 824 W. Lancaster Ave., Bryn Mawr; 610-527-0690. $5. Closes 8/31.
Outdoor Enthusiasts Kids can learn about careers in the environmental field. Killens Pond State Park, 5025 Killens Pond Rd., Felton, Del.; 302-284-4526. $160. Closes 8/20.
Saturday Morning Pajama Party Kids can wear their PJs to receive a free breakfast entree. A paying adult must accompany. The Pop Shop, 729 Haddon Ave., Collingswood.
Special Night Sleep Over A new event for children 7 to 12. Churchville Nature Center, 501 Churchville Ln., Southampton; Registration: 215-357-4005. $25. 8/20. 6:30 pm.
Storytime New story weekly. Borders Books & Music, 4221 Concord Pike, Wilmington. Closes 8/31.
Storytime on the Beach Enjoy stories in the sand just north of the pavilion. Jenkinson's Aquarium, 300 Ocean Ave., Point Pleasant. Closes 9/2.
Summer Family Studio Visitors can work on art projects themed to exhibitions. Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St. & Benjamin Franklin Pkwy.; 215-763-8100. Included in admission. Closes 8/29.
Teddy Bear Tea Party Kid-friendly food, music, stories & fun. Carriage House Tearoom & Cafe, 1048 Washington St., Cape May; 609-884-5404. $18; $10 children. Closes 8/22.
TEEN4 Jewelry for Teens Teens can create necklaces, bracelets, pins or earrings using polymer clay, plastic, wood, metal & other materials. Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Ave.; Registration required: 215-247-0948. $165. Closes 8/20.
The Wiggles Wiggly Circus Live! Interactive live show based on the colorful foursome's latest release, 'The Wiggles Go Bananas.' Tower Theater, 19 S. 69th St., Upper Darby; 877-598-8696. www.thewiggles.com.au/us/home. $15-$75. Closes 8/21.
Train & Carousel Rides Hop on the Hummingbird Express Train for a jaunt around the zoo, or ride the Wildlife Carousel. Cape May County Park Zoo, Crest Haven Rd. & Rte. 9, Cape May Court House; 609-465-5271. $2.
Volunteer Story Hour Every Thursday. Perkiomen Valley Library, 290 Second St., Schwenksville; Registration required: 610-287-8360. Closes 9/2.
Weird Week: Wacky But Not Tacky Fun family events all week. Ocean City Music Pier, Moorlyn & the Boardwalk, Ocean City; 609-525-9300. Closes 8/20.
Magician's Alliance of Eastern States Magicians conference will perform. Mount Laurel Marriott Hotel, 915 Rte. 73, Mount Laurel. $20; $10 seniors and children under 12. Closes 8/21.
Camden Children's Garden 3 Riverside Dr., Camden; 856-365-8733.
www.camdenchildrensgarden.org. Tue.-Sun. 10 am-5 pm.
The Crayola Factory 30 Centre Square, Easton; 610-515-8000. www.crayola.com/factory/. Crayola Crayon Manufacturing. Crayola Marker Manufacturing. Crayola Chronology. Inside Out. Cool Moves. Crayola After Dark. Easton Press & Bindery. Crayola Color Carousel. Crayola Meltdown.
Delaware Children's Museum 110 S. Poplar St., Wilmington; 302-654-2340. www.delawarechildrensmuseum.org. Daily 9 am-4:30 pm.
Garden State Discovery Museum 2040 Springdale Rd., Cherry Hill; 856-424-1233. www.discoverymuseum.com. Down the Shore. Fleet Backstage Theater. Arts & Imagination. Inky's Newsroom. Best Friends on Main Street. Recycled Rhythm Shack. The Discovery Diner. The Rock Climbing Wall. News & Weather. Storybook Castle. Little Discoveries. $10.95; $9.95 seniors; free under 1. May-Sept.: Daily 9:30 am-5:30 pm.
Insectarium 8046 Frankford Ave.; 215-335-9500. www.myinsectarium.com. Working Beehive. Cockroach Kitchen. $7; free under 2. Mon.-Sat. 10 am-4 pm.
Kix & Giggles Children's Playground 9356 Old Bustleton Ave.; 215-677-4140. www.kixandgiggles.com. Kix & Giggles Attractions. Wed.-Fri. 10 am-3 pm; Sat. 10 am-7 pm; Sun. 10 am-5 pm.
Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic; 215-581-3181. www.pleasetouchmuseum.org. City Capers. Flight Fancy. Roadside Attractions. River Adventures. Wonderland. Centennial Exploration. Liberty Arm & Torch. Woodside Park Dentzel Carousel. ShopRite Supermarket Exhibit. Rainforest Rhythm. 8/20. Disability Awareness Night. $20 per family. 8/21. 6-9 pm. Celebrate Author Ian Falconer's Birthday With Olivia. 8/25. $15; free under 1 & members. Mon.-Sat. 9 am-5 pm; Sun. 11 am-5 pm.
Sesame Place 100 Sesame Rd., Langhorne; 215-752-7070. www.sesameplace.com. Open daily.
Smith The Kids' Play Place in the Park 33rd St.; 215-765-4325. smithkidsplayplace.org. Playground. Playhouse. Back to School Party. 8/21. 10 am-noon. Tue.-Sun. 10 am-4 pm.
