Aside from being a PIC mom, Lauren Herrmann is the rabbi at Congregation Kol Tzedek of West Philadelphia. This past week, congregation members put up a sukkah in Clark Park to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. In honor of the festivities, Lauren invited PIC preschool classes to visit the...

Thanks to everyone who came out and helped on a VERY productive Saturday work day. Over 250 pieces of artwork were mounted in preparation of Thursday's ArtStart fundraiser--every child has a piece in the show! Event supplies were also brought over to the chapel. Shelves were built in what is to...

Here are 10 more reasons to come to ArtStart on October 16, 2014. Learn more and download your invitation. 1. Kids Nature Hike Led by PIC Teachers Send your child off for a group nature hike led by PIC Teachers Joann Schock (Fireflies) and Christel Urmenyhazi (Roadrunners). This will be a hike of up...

Starting New Traditions After attending this year’s fall potlucks, I continue to be in awe of the wonderful traditions that have been established at PIC, potlucks being primary among them. I have been told that our summer traditions of Watermelon Wednesday, Lemonade Lull, and the Spoil-Your-Supper...

On Wednesday, October 22 from 12:00 - 4:00 pm, adults are welcome to come to PIC to receive a FREE Flu shot. Nursing students from Villanova University will be administering shots in the Spruce Building's Small Gym. This is an annual project is sponsored by the City of Philadelphia. PIC participates...

Seven years ago today, former PIC Executive Director Marni Sweet died after losing a battle with cancer. Some of you knew Marni well and many others never met Marni. I write this today because I feel it is important to note and remember that much of the culture at PIC is because of Marni. While she...

This month all PIC classrooms are hosting evening potlucks as a way for families and teachers to get to know each other better. After the grownups spend time in the classroom together, a potluck dinner is shared by children, families, and teachers. Great food and great conversation!

Spend an evening in an enchanted garden as we celebrate nature, creativity, and community at PIC! Enjoy children's art, cocktails, silent auction, dinner by Beijing, and delicious desserts. Proceeds help provide tuition assistance to PIC families who struggle with the cost of care. Download the...

This year, we are re-envisioning our celebration of Halloween, working to make it inclusive of all members of our community. On Friday, October 31 from 9:30-11:00 am, w e will be having a Fall Family Festival , a joyful gathering of children, staff and families on our Magic Circle nature playground...

POST UPDATED: 9/10/2014 Fireflies and Peanuts Potluck was moved from 9/15 to 9/30After School Potluck added and will be held on 9/24 PIC classrooms kick off the school year by hosting evening potlucks with their families. Families will gather in their child's classroom for a brief (adult-only)...