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Did you know the Homestead is home to numerous bats? Join us for an evening program to learn more about the bats that live at the Daniel Boone Homestead. Led by Dr. Karen Campbell, retired Albright College professor, this program will consist of a presentation inside the Wayside Lodge followed by a walk to search for bats as dusk falls. Bat boxes are located throughout the Homestead property and bats can often be spotted nesting and flying around the site. Bats are the only mammals able to fly and are more agile while flying than most birds. Dr. Campbell earned her PhD from Indiana University in Vertebrate Physiology and Zoology. She has done extensive bat research at eastern Pennsylvania parks and historic sites including Valley Forge, Hopewell Furnace, and the Berks County Heritage Center. No admission is charged for this program. It will take place in the Wayside Lodge. Please no pets (except service animals) and no smoking. The event is funded and presented by The Daniel Boone Homestead Associates.

Join us to discover the mysterious world of bats! Participants will learn about local bat species, why they’re important to our ecosystem, and how scientists study them.Then we’ll head outside to observe and count bats as they emerge for their nightly hunt.Meet at the Main Park Office.Please bring a chair and bug spray.Registration required.

Join the Friends of Ridley Creek State Park trail crew on their monthly trail maintenance excursions where they care for park trails, remove invasive plants and other fun outdoor activities that greatly help our state parks. Enjoy some social time as well with others who care about natural resources and a healthy environment. The friends trail crew meets on the first Saturday of every month from 0900-1200 hrs and is open to all interested folks. Registration not required.

Come party in Lancaster County with Yummie, the gingerbread man, & all his crazy friends Kids of all ages will enjoy this birthday bash for Yummie, the Kitchen Kettle Village mascot. Join our overstuffed gingerbread mascot and a few mascot friends as we celebrate a truly scrumptious day in PA Dutch Country. Birthday Events: 2026 Schedule 9:00am - 1pm: Fun Zone with Schreiber Pediatric. Bounce House, Duckie Games, Giant Connect 4, add to the chalkwalk, have a balloon twisted into a fun creation & more. $5 admittance fee, all funds raised benefit Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center. 9:00am - 10:00am: The FREE Pre-Party gets things rockin' at the stage area with the Intercourse Fire Truck, music, balloon twisting, yard games, and contests with prizes including: 9:00am - Hula Hoop Contest 9:15am - Pretzel Twisting Contest 9:30am - Oversized Pants Relay Game 9:45am - Best Yummie Birthday Sign Contest - design your own at home or make one at our poster table opening at 9am (near the Fun Zone). 10:00am: The FREE Party gets underway at the stage area with Yummie, the Mad Hatter, and all Yummie's mascot friends, including: Cylo from Stormer's, Duke the Dragon from Dutch Wonderland, Nano Banana from Goin' Bananas, Johnny the Long John from Achenbach's Bakery, Andy the Armadillo from Texas Roadhouse, and more. There will also be singing, dancing & birthday treats. 10:00am - Noon: Have your photo taken with our stiltwalker 1:00pm - 3:00pm: Music by the Rewind Band, playing oldies music at the stage area. Yummie can’t wait to see you at his birthday party in Intercourse, PA.

Join The Alliance for Health Equity and Union Community Care for our Annual Community Block Party as we celebrate three important milestones: The Alliance for Health Equity's 25th AnniversaryUnion Community Care's First Birthday at the Brandywine Center2026 Seed-And-Scale Grantees Last year, hundreds of residents joined us to welcome Union Community Care to the Brandywine Center. This year, we're coming together once again to celebrate a year of expanded healthcare access, 25 years of community impact, and the partnerships that continue to strengthen our community. Saturday, August 111:00 AM – 2:00 PMAHE's Brandywine Center744 E. Lincoln Highway, Coatesville, PA Enjoy an afternoon of:• Free food vouchers for all attendees• Inflatables• DJ and music• Face painting• Bubbles and family activities• Ninja Warrior Party course• Extended Kid Zone• Games, giveaways, and more• Community resources and local organizations We will also formally announce the 2026 Seed-And-Scale Grantees, consisting of 16 nonprofit organizations serving Coatesville. Whether you joined us last year or this is your first visit, we invite you to celebrate with us. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an afternoon of fun, food, and community connection as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and look ahead to the future. This event is free and open to the public.

Join us for Peach Festival on Saturday & Sunday, August 1 & 2 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., a peach lover’s paradise with plenty of peachy treats, live entertainment, and scenic strolls through our summer gardens (with sand sculptures!). Peddler’s Village shops will be open until 8 p.m. on Saturday. Admission and parking are free.

First Presbyterian Church of Strasburg has offered preschool services for 55 years! Come celebrate this amazing anniversary with our Family Fun Fest! This event is FREE to all attendees. There will be bounce houses for the kids, balloon animals/art, face painting, games with prizes, and more. Free food includes hotdogs, pretzels, chips, cotton candy, water, and slushies. Our parking lot will be roped off, allowing for more fun space, but convenient parking is available at the Methodist/ACTS Covenant church, Bachman-Snyder Funeral Home, and St. Michael's Lutheran Church farther down East Main Street.

Join us for our annual Sunset Park Day & Car ShowSaturday, August 1st from 2-6 PM at Penn Township Park

Join us for Community Day! Prepare for a day packed with activities that showcase the best of what Uwchlan Township has to offer. In celebration of America250, this year's Community Day will be themed Red, White, and Blue!  Highlights include live performances by talented local musicians, engaging displays from various community groups, and a mouthwatering array of culinary delights from food truck vendors serving up delectable treats. Families are encouraged to join in on the fun, as there will be an abundance of activities suitable for all ages. From face painting and bounce houses to carnival games, escape rooms, and balloon animals, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Fireworks at 9pm

Join your DCNR Park Naturalist for a special hands on exhibit along the Multi-Use Trail about owls. Learn about how owls are well adapted as important nocturnal raptors that keep rodent populations in check. Discover which species can be found here in Pennsylvania while taking a close up look at taxidermy, skulls, talons, pellets and photos of these beautiful birds. Registration not required.

To celebrate America's 250th birthday, Kutztown Day in the Kutztown Park, the annual celebration of the founding of Kutztown, focuses on the Kutztown area's role in the colonial era and the early days of our country. A special history trail featuring photos and facts about 18th century Kutztown winds through a playground for the kids. Several bands will play music throughout the day. Bring a picnic lunch or purchase from several food vendors. Games and contests will entertain everyone. The day ends with a spectacular fireworks display.

Calling all superheroes! Grab your capes and join us for a FREE afternoon of family fun at Goldfish Swim School – Oaks!  Color your own superhero mask Enjoy family swim in the pool FREE for everyone!

Calling all superheroes! Grab your capes and join us for a FREE afternoon of family fun at Goldfish Swim School – Oaks!  Color your own superhero mask Enjoy family swim in the pool FREE for everyone!

Join us on First Fridays for Family Art & Story Hour! Click here to RSVP and add it to your calendar. Join us at the Maguire Art Museum for a morning of art, music, and storytelling in the galleries! This month, we’re reading stories about berries and fruit and making our own berry sweet artworks! Stick around for a Nature Walk designed for little ones through the Barnes Arboretum with the Wynnefield Library! Free and open to the public! Ideal for toddlers and pre–K; all ages welcome. Attendees have access to the “Cozy Collection” children’s gallery and the 12-acre Barnes Arboretum! Please note that the museum is only accessible from Lapsley Ln via City Ave. The museum is not accessible from Latch’s Ln.

We invite kids ages 6–10 and their families to imagine what kindness means to them by making their own interactive storybook on iPad. They’ll draw, record sounds, add fun 3D shapes, and more as they dive into the world of creative storytelling. Devices will be provided. For sessions with amplified sound, hearing loop technology is available on request. 541 Park City Center Lancaster, PA 17601