Fun Stuff to Do for Kids in Wayne, PA
Wayne, Pennsylvania, is a town of about 50,000 residents located 20 miles west of Philadelphia. The area, which was first settled in the late 1600s, now serves as a quaint suburb full of small businesses and outdoor activities. A highly-touted school system in Wayne attracts families looking to settle down. Families raising kids in Wayne will find many entertainment options for their young ones.
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Anthony Wayne Theater
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Kids in Wayne will find plenty of movie options at the Anthony Wayne Theater (clearviewcinemas.com) on West Lancaster Avenue. The theater shows all of the latest releases and even offers 3-D capability for select films. As of August 2011, children pay $8.25 per ticket (additional $3.50 for 3-D).
Old Fashioned Christmas
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Put on by the Wayne Business Association, the Old Fashioned Christmas (waynechristmas.com) is a series of events tailored for kids in town. Taking place in early December, this is a two-day event full of fun activities for children. On day one, face painting, ornament decorating, horse drawn carriage rides and carolers lead up to a night time Christmas tree lighting. Day two features a Santa parade, after which kids can meet with Santa at the Wayne Hotel. A free viewing of "Polar Express" will also take place at the movie theater.
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ContempraDance
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Kids looking to get involved in the arts will enjoy a trip to ContempraDance (contempradance.com) on West Lancaster Avenue. The ContempraDance studio offers beginning dance lessons for kids of a variety of skill levels. Dance options include ballet, tap, jazz and hip-hop. ContempraDance even offers a kids yoga class. Dozens of classes are taught each week by professionally-trained dancers, and the friendly, stress-free environment is enjoyable for even the youngest of kids.
Color Me Mine
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Located on West Lancaster Avenue, Color Me Mine (colormemine.com) is an art studio with options for people of all ages. While kids and adults paint pottery and larger pieces of art, infants can play with finger paints and brushes as an introduction to painting. Kids pick from a wide selection of pottery items. They choose a design and colors, and paint the item using Color Me Mine's supplies. As of August 2011, kids pay $7 for a sitting and varying fees for each painted item. Color Me Mine also hosts children's birthday parties.
Clem Macrone Park
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Clem Macrone Park offers a wide variety of activities to keep kids occupied all day. Located on Conestoga Road, Clem Macrone Park is a 9-acre area with an extensive playground that includes swings and slides. Athletic kids can partake in basketball, baseball, tennis and volleyball at the park. Additionally, a picnic area and shaded tree sections provide a place for families to relax and refuel after a long day of action.
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