Philadelphia

Join us for Stroller in the Park taking place on Sunday, September 15, 2013, at 8:00 A.M.

Please Touch Museum’s Stroller is a family-friendly 5K in Fairmount Part, which promotes our Get Up and Grow™ healthy lifestyles initiative, as well as family togetherness and community spirit. The walk follows a beautiful path starting and ending at Please Touch Museum, and features:

From the opening sleigh bells to the heavenly song of the final movement, Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 is a sunny and optimistic work, drawing much of its balance and influence from the Classical era. Benjamin Britten, born 100 years ago, also drew inspiration from an earlier period, using themes from 17th-century composer Henry Purcell in his orchestral showpiece Variations and Fugue on a Theme of Purcell.

Expectant Parents Bootcamp is a must see event for expectant mommies and daddies! We will conquer some of the most exciting and pressing new mommy and daddy questions and help you prepare for the amazing and exciting changes your family is about to experience! Bootcamp Expo will feature vendors specializing in all things baby! From baby gear to childcare experts, you won’t want to miss our Expo area for free advice, giveaways and more!

VIP Hour: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

The Ninth Symphony, with its universal message of freedom and brotherhood, is the crowning achievement of Beethoven’s revolutionary works. The famous “Ode to Joy” serves as a message of hope for all mankind. Featuring the Westminster Symphonic Choir, these performances launch a two-year cycle of all nine Beethoven symphonies.

Make plans now for the festive event of the season! The Opening Night Concert and Gala features one of the preeminent virtuoso violinists of our time joining Yannick Nézet-Séguin and the Fabulous Philadelphians in an evening of fireworks for violin and orchestra featuring an all-Tchaikovsky program.