Spanning PreK to Kindergarten Kindergarten entry is a milestone, and we are proud of the success our children have when they reach this next step! Each year we hear from kindergarten teachers about how well the children from PIC are prepared for school. This includes their ability to recognize...

On Wednesday, May 30 over 200 families, teachers, and staff celebrated PIC's 40th birthday at our center-wide picnic at Smith Playground. Guests enjoyed a picnic dinner of hoagies and drinks provided by PIC, while families brought tons of side dishes and desserts. There was plenty to eat! With party...

Mark your calendar for Storytime in the Park 2018! This year's story sessions will run from June 14 - July 26. Children and grown-ups will gather on Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm for read-aloud stories for children ages 7 and under. Many folks bring blankets and picnics, and we always share a happy...

Last Thursday, PIC celebrated 40 years of strong Board leadership with an evening reception. Speeches were applauded, alumni families reconnected, and new acquaintances were made. Great stories and good memories were shared by many. Over 100 friends of PIC, including current and former Board members...

We recently were given a very special gift from Jim and Marcy Lilly, owners of the University City Metropolitan Bakery & Cafe. For a third year in a row, Jim and Marcy promoted "Cindy Days" as a part of celebrating their store's anniversary. This year, Metropolitan celebrated their 14th Anniversary...

Come Potluck, Party, and Play All PIC families and staff are invited to join us at Smith Memorial Playground as we celebrate turning the big 4-0! Join us in Fairmount Park on Wednesday, May 30 from 5:30 -7:30 pm for a fun birthday party complete with cupcakes and a gift for kids to help kick off...

BUT DO YOU KNOW WHY? It's not about the party? It's not about the beer? Well...it's a little about the party and a little about the beer as we will come together at Yards Brewing Co. in Philadelphia! TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE BY WEDNESDAY, MAY 9! THIS IS ABOUT THE CHILDREN... ALL CHILDREN...

For the third year in a row, Metropolitan's owners Jim and Marcy Lilly are celebrating their store's anniversary by holding "Cindy Days" in memory of their good friend and PIC's former Executive Director Cindy Roberts. THIS THURSDAY AND FRIDAY, Metropolitan (at 40th and Walnut) is offering 10% off...

This past Saturday, PIC held its 2nd Day of Play featuring music, games, good food, and friends. In the morning, we had many families from PIC and beyond, dancing and clapping to the music in the Stucco Building with Alex Mitnick of Alex and the Kaleidoscope. Then it was time to head to the Magic...

DAY of PLAY is APRIL 21! 10 am – 11 am: Family Concert on the Playground See a fun family performance by Alex Mitnick of Alex and the Kaleidoscope! Great for all ages “Pay-as-you-wish” at the door (suggested donation of $10). Children under 1 year of age are free. BYOB: Bring Your Own Blanket! Buy...