Kids Resources

Genes is dedicated to providing a unique selection of fashion, furniture, and finds for the coolest kids and their rockin' folks. The store features a premium "denim bar" with lines like True Religion, Seven for all Mankind, Paper, Denim & Cloth, Diesel, and Joe's. They offer small boutique lines as well as pint-sized verions of adult brands like Paul Frank, C&C California, and Splendid.

In addition, genes offers designer nursery furniture from manufacturers such as NettoCollection, Nurseryworks, Oeuf, Litto and Monte. The store also stocks specialty items, toys, and bedding from Dwell, DucDuc, Flensted, and Italtrike. The genes staff is on hand to provide professional assistance with gift selection, gift registry, and creating the perfect gift basket.

Mom's Night Out at genes offers a fun evening of after-hours shopping at the store, which stays open late so that groups of guests may enjoy cocktails and catered treats - without the tots in tow. Contact genes for more information.

Cookie Cutters, the winner of our 2008 Parents' Picks quest to find the Best Kids' Haircut in Philadelphia, is a fantasy world for kids where they just happen to be able to get a haircut - seven days a week.

Kids can choose from a motorcycle that actually revs up, a red convertible, Clifford the Dog, and a pink roadster to sit in while the clippers are at work; regular chairs are available for big kids. Shampoos occur in a red fire truck, with the water coming from a fire hose. A flat-screen TV provides additional distraction.

Additional services include hair braiding and beading, Shirley Temple manicures, and mock shaves with lots of lather for little boys.

Birthday parties, scheduled around regular business hours, and include all of the above plus balloons and refreshments.

Visit the website for a complete list of locations.

The pediatric specialists at Children's Dental Associates make going to the dentist an experience that kids actually look forward to.

The practice provides a fun atmosphere with educational games and movies to keep young patients occupied. When the appointment's over, patients receive a small prize to take home.

Kids First pediatrics offers comprehensive healthcare for children from birth to young adulthood.

Kids First accepts most insurance plans and doctors have staff privileges at area hospitals, as well as the top-rated Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).

Scheduled office hours are available Monday through Saturday and emergency coverage (24 hours a day, 365 days a year) is provided. Extended evening hours are available at many Kids First locations.

Kids First pediatrics offers comprehensive healthcare for children from birth to young adulthood.

Kids First accepts most insurance plans and doctors have staff privileges at area hospitals, as well as the top-rated Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).

Scheduled office hours are available Monday through Saturday and emergency coverage (24 hours a day, 365 days a year) is provided. Extended evening hours are available at many Kids First locations.

Since 1926, Philadelphia Shriners Hospital has been providing expert medical care at no cost to children between the ages of birth to 18 years of age with orthopedic conditions resulting from injuries and diseases of the bones, joint, and muscles, as well as spinal cord injuries.

Curvebusters, a scoliosis support group for parents of children with scoliosis, meets regularly at the Philadelphia Shriners Hospital.

Character Performers provides character-themed entertainment for parties and events. Costumed characters, face painting, cakes, "Character Grams," and inflatable rentals are available for events throughout the Philadelphia region.

Parties should be booked at least four to six weeks in advance, particularly during the spring and summer months. For holiday-themed entertainment, check out Santa's Home Visits.

Party Magic the place to take kids who love to bounce! The indoor interactive kids' entertainment and party facility offers inflatables, craft projects, and children's parties.

Party Magic also rents indoor and outdoor entertainment items, including inflatbles, concessions, carnival rides, arcade games, obstacle courses, and more.

Space Walk of Montgomery County rents inflatable party rides/equipment and concessions for parties and other special events.

Discounts are available for schools, daycares, camps, and nonprofit organizations.

Miss (Lori) Scherling, music educator, singer-songwriter, and family entertainer, performs lively children's concerts at venues throughout the suburban Philadelphia area. Her shows incorporate song, dance, play, creativity, and imagination.

Miss Scherling has been a featured entertainer at events in and around Center City, and serves as ho