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Special Events Philadelphia Germantown White House Exhibits Interactive exhibits featuring George Washington's family & household. Germantown White House (formerly Deshler-Morris House), 5442 Germantown Ave.; 215-965-2305.

Special Events

Philadelphia

Germantown White House Exhibits

Interactive exhibits featuring George Washington's family & household. Germantown White House (formerly Deshler-Morris House), 5442 Germantown Ave.; 215-965-2305.

Open House Learn about the programs being offered, sample foods & participate in introductory workshops. The Wellness Forum, 3505 Hamilton St. 2/17. Noon-6 pm.

Philly Fur Ball Morris Animal Refuge benefit gala w/DJ music, open bar, silent auction & gourmet cuisine. University of the Arts, 320 S. Broad St. www.phillyfurball.com. $100-$150. 2/16. 8 pm.

Roller Derby Love City Roller Derby hosts two rival men's teams, Shove City and the Penn Jersey Hooligans, for a clash between some of the toughest skaters on the East Coast. Derby Ink Gardens, 814 Spring Garden St. www.lovecityrollerderby.com. $14 (advance), $16 (door) 2/22. 8 p.m.

Pennsylvania suburbs

Bucks County Bridal Show

Features wedding professionals. Bucks County Visitor Center, 3207 Street Rd., Bensalem.

» READ MORE: www.visitbuckscounty.com/bridalshow

. 2/17. 12:30-4:30 pm.

Community Night Night sky viewing in the observatory. Montgomery County Community College, 340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell; 215-641-6505. 2/20. 7-9 pm.

Intro to Beekeeping Class covering the basics. Whole Foods Market, 1575 Fairway Rd., Jenkintown. 2/16. 10 am-noon.

Scottish & Irish Music Festival & Fair Celebration of culture with dancing, music, seminars, shopping, food & more. Valley Forge Convention Center, 1160 First Ave., King of Prussia; 610-354-8212. www.eohebrides.com. $15-$30; free 12 and under. Closes 2/17.

Wildlife in Winter Series II Hike & search for winter animals. Bucktoe Creek Preserve, 432 Sharp Rd., Avondale; 610-347-0347. $10; $5 members. 2/16. 10 am-noon.

New Jersey

Annual Rowan Jazz Festival: Jazz Goes Around the World

Musical interpretations of styles & compositions. Rowan University - Pfleeger Concert Hall, 201 Mullica Hill Rd., Glassboro; 856-256-4545. $15. 2/15. 8 pm.

Atlantic City RV & Camping Show Showcase of RV vehicles & accessories, camping equipment. Atlantic City Convention Center, 2001 Kirkman Blvd., Atlantic City; 609-646-1640. www.gsevents.com. $10 advance, $12 day of show; free 12 and under. Closes 2/18.

Historic Smithville Mansion Guided Tours Learn about the property's history as you explore the mansion, annex rooms & courtyard gardens. 803 Smithville Rd., Mount Holly. $6.

Laurel Springs Centennial Bid and Buy Fund-raising event. Jack H. Hagen Recreation Center, 820 Grand Ave., Laurel Springs; 856-784-0500. 2/18. 5-8 pm.

The Bullets Still Fly: A 150th Anniversary Look at the Battle of Gettysburg This course will examine the three days of the battle & individual stories. Camden County College - Center for Civic Leadership & Responsibility, 200 N. Broadway, Camden; 856-227-7200 Ext. 4333. $25. Closes 2/25.

Them Damned Pictures: American History Through Editorial Cartoons A course about editorial cartoons through the years. Camden County College - Center for Civic Leadership & Responsibility, 200 N. Broadway, Camden; 856-227-7200 Ext. 4333. $25. Closes 2/28.

Walk in the Wild Event will take place the third Sunday of the month with a different focus each month. Old Pine Farm Natural Lands Trust, Rankin Ave., Woodbury; 856-579-4441.

Kids' Stuff

Children's events

ArtSee Drop-In Activities

Weekly craft activities for kids & adults. The Barnes Foundation - Philadelphia, 2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy.

Glory of Stories Children's storytime & craft activity. Delaware Art Museum, 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. $3.

Half Pints Kids Club: Camping Favorites Kids can learn how to make great camping foods. Whole Foods Market, 1575 Fairway Rd., Jenkintown. 2/21. 5 pm.

Meeting for Teens With ADHD Opportunity for teens to meet others & share experinces. Exton Baptist Community Church, 114 E. Swedesford Rd., Exton. www.groupspaces.com/ccmlchadd.

Steve Pullara Simple, fun & funny songs about topics such as frogs, bathtubs & gumdrops. Comcast Center, 1701 John F. Kennedy Blvd. www.coolbeansmusic.com. 2/16. 11:30-12:30 pm.

Stroller Tours Museum tour geared to parents/caregivers with babies. Delaware Art Museum, 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. Included in admission. 2/21.

Tween Yu-Gi-Oh Card gaming program for preteens. Free Public Library of Monroe Township, 713 Marsha Ave., Williamstown. 2/20. Noon.

Children's performances

Magic With Mlanjeni

Fun blend of storytelling, magic & puppetry based on African American folklore. The Free Public Library of Monroe Township, 713 Marsha Ave., Williamstown; Registration required. mlanjeni.tripod.com. 2/16. 2-3 pm.

Children's museums & attractions

Camden Children's Garden

3 Riverside Dr., Camden; 856-365-8733.

» READ MORE: www.camdenchildrensgarden.org

. $6; $5 ages 3-11; free 2 & under. Tue.-Sun. 10 am-5 pm.

The Crayola Factory 30 Centre Square, Easton; 610-515-8000. www.crayola.com/factory/.

Delaware Children's Museum 110 S. Poplar St., Wilmington; 302-654-2340. www.delawarechildrensmuseum.org. Stratosphere. The Power of Me. ECOconnect. Bank on It. Training Wheels. Structures. $12; free 12 months & under. Daily 9 am-4:30 pm.

Garden State Discovery Museum 2040 Springdale Rd., Cherry Hill; 856-424-1233. www.discoverymuseum.com. Down the Shore. Fleet Backstage Theater. Arts & Imagination. Inky's Newsroom. Best Friends on Main Street. Recycled Rhythm Shack. The Discovery Diner. The Rock Climbing Wall. News & Weather. Storybook Castle. Little Discoveries. Dinosaurium. Bollywood Boulevard. 2/17. 11 am-3 pm. Open Arms. 2/17. 6-8 pm. $10.95; $9.95 seniors; free under 1. Oct.-Apr.: Sun.-Fri. 9:30 am-5:30 pm, Sat. 9:30 am-8:30 pm.

Insectarium 8046 Frankford Ave.; 215-335-9500. www.myinsectarium.com. Working Beehive. Cockroach Kitchen. $7; free under 2. Mon.-Sat. 10 am-4 pm.

Kix & Giggles Children's Playground 9356 Old Bustleton Ave.; 215-677-4140. www.kixandgiggles.com. Kix & Giggles Attractions. $7. Wed.-Fri. 10 am-3 pm; Sat. 10 am-7 pm; Sun. 10 am-5 pm.

Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic; 215-581-3181. www.pleasetouchmuseum.org. Rainforest Rhythm. Space Station. City Capers. Flight Fantasy. Roadside Attractions. River Adventures. Wonderland. Centennial Exploration. Liberty Arm & Torch. Woodside Park Dentzel Carousel. ShopRite Supermarket Exhibit. $16; free members, children under 1. Oct.-Mar.: Mon.-Sat. 9 am-4 pm; Sun. 11 am-4 pm.

Smith The Kids' Play Place in the Park 33rd St.; 215-765-4325. smithkidsplayplace.org. Tue.-Sun. 10 am-4 pm.