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Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
When I was a teenager, a math teacher I respected told me that there are two kinds of people: Those who make pizza, and those who grab as many slices as they can. "At the end of the day," he said, "you want to be someone who has made more pizza than she eats." He said this to me at the perfect time, when I was just forming my ideas about who I was and was going
to become. I decided I wanted always to be on the positive side of the pizza-making equation, so I started thinking about how to use the time I have here on Earth to make as much pizza as I possibly could. Over the years, I found that the key to success in this long-term goal is to tune my mental radar to the very near future, to stay in control of my time rather than giving it away to an algorithm that serves endless empty calories: How best do I use the next five
minutes, the next half hour, the next day? It all adds up. Even young kids can add value to the world, especially if they watch their parents doing it. New Year's resolutions are notoriously hard to keep, especially when they're overly specific. But resolving to be on the positive side of the pizza-making equation is straightforward. For some easy recipes for quick wins, check out my quick-read article 12 Starter Ideas for Pizza on Earth. Then look up from your phone, scan your world, and you'll find all the ingredients you need. Here's to a delicious 2026!
—Debra Ross, publisher
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A holiday tradition since 1984! The Gingerbread Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village is a feast for the eyes with more than 100 creative and whimsical entries crafted by the public in different categories. The gingerbread entries will be on exhibit during shopping hours from November 14 through January 17, 2026 in the Visitor & Event Center. Admission is free.
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Disney On Ice is coming to Philadelphia December 26 - January 3! There’s nothing more special than sharing Disney magic with loved ones.
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See the Zoo Come to Light! Philadelphia Zoo’s nature-inspired light show, LumiNature presented by PNC, returns for another holiday season of whimsical wildlife scenes come to light. Experience dazzling displays featuring your favorite creatures, play and dance with roaming animal characters, indulge in festive holiday fare, and more. All visits support animal conservation around the world!
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Meg Murry has always felt out of place: at school, at home, and especially since her dad disappeared. But when a mysterious visitor arrives on a dark and stormy night, Meg is swept on a thrilling journey across time and space. Joined by her brilliant brother Charles Wallace, her friend Calvin, and three powerful guides, Meg must brave distant planets, battle a growing darkness, and discover that the key to saving the universe just might be within her.
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Franklin Square transforms into a winter wonderland starting November 20! Enjoy dazzling Electrical Spectacle Light Shows presented by PECO, Chilly Philly Mini Golf, Street Curling, and seasonal sweet treats and cocktails at Frosty’s Fireside Winter Pop-Up Bar! Enjoy the outdoor fire pits and seating throughout the Square. Hot beverages, including hand-crafted cocktails, regular and spiked hot chocolate, seasonal beer, and wine will be available from Ben's Sweets and Treats.
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For more than 32 seasons, Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest has been Philadelphia's favorite wintertime tradition on the Delaware River Waterfront. It invites visitors to indulge in flights of fancy under thousands of sparkling lights in a wonderland with spectacular views of the Delaware River.
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Throughout Winter Break at the Museum from Dec. 21 through Jan. 5, join us for the final days of our Witness to Revolution: The Unlikely Travels of Washington's Tent special exhibition and to explore life during the winter months of the American Revolution with wintery scenes in Revolution Place, hands-on activities, engaging in-gallery talks, and more for the whole family.
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You know the Nutcracker the ballet, but what if the ballet was performed by only one man? If the daughter Marie, little boy Fritz, creepy uncle Drosselmeyer, the mice, the Sugar Plum fairy, were all channeled through one actor. Chris Davis is proud to bring you One-Man Nutcracker, a re-telling of the original E.T.A. Hoffmann Nutcracker Story and the Ballet.
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Get ready for a gem of a holiday season. This Christmas, our Gardens are transformed into a living jewel box as radiant as the jewels and gems that inspired it. Nature and elegance intertwine as twinkling lights dance, hues of emerald green to ruby red to bold sapphire shimmer, and every path leads to a new treasure to behold. All that glitters is here, waiting to be discovered.
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Glencairn Museum’s World Nativities exhibition showcases Nativity scenes from around the globe, reflecting diverse cultures and faith traditions. Many settings are crafted by Bryn Athyn artist Kathleen Glenn Pitcairn. Glencairn Museum’s annual World Nativities exhibition presents dozens of three-dimensional Nativity scenes collected from around the world. For many Christians, the Nativity scene is a meaningful expression of religious faith, providing a compelling visual focus during the Christmas season. World Nativities shows how artists adapt the Nativity scene to represent their own spiritual, intellectual, cultural, and regional environments. Settings for many of the Nativities have been created by Bryn Athyn artist Kathleen Glenn Pitcairn.
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Build the best memories at Philadelphia's top family holiday event, Holiday Bricktacular! Daily from November 29th - January 4th, families can enjoy a winter wonderland of activities, festive decorations and more at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia. Fill your holiday hearts with the Build To Give experience! Families can create joy in the biggest ever donation of LEGO® sets to children in need by building a LEGO heart at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia.
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Established in 2007, Headhouse Farmers Market is located in Philadelphia’s historic Society Hill neighborhood. Featuring rotating and weekly vendors, Headhouse is one of The Food Trust’s largest farmers markets. Beyond the abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables, you can also find a great selection of locally prepared foods and goods such as bread, soup, baked goods, coffee, beer, wine and more.
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EXPERIENCES create memories much more than stuff does. As you're considering gifts for family and friends, consider giving the gift of a family membership to one of our local attractions in and around Philadelphia. Here are local organizations that offer
memberships.
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Winter is here and fun options for families just keep getting better! Whether you stick with what you love or decide to try something new, KidsOutAndAbout has plenty of ideas. From Ice skating, kid-friendly museums, indoor play centers, and outdoor
activities to thinking ahead to next year's school options - we've got you covered.
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Click here to discover Birthday party locations in the Philadelphia area. From Arcades to Ziplines our Big List will help you think outside the box and plan the party of your kids' dreams! KidsOutAndAbout has dozens of ideas!
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2025's best places to take kids in and around Philadelphia, based on KidsOutAndAbout's annual reader survey. But there is LOTS more to do in Philly! Get great ideas here at KidsOutAndAbout.com! What is listed below are just the starting point: Browse
through our site and calendar to find lots more!
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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