Are you running out of ideas for places to take the kids? Especially on those dreary, rainy days?And we all know it will be to cold soon to frequent area play grounds and parks, so we need to start preparing to visit some indoor attractions too.
So, here is an idea for you: Plymouth Meeting Mall. Yes, it's a mall. But, more importantly, it is a mall with a beautiful carousel, an enchanting fountain, a free futuristic kids' game and much more to come! Just the kind of distractions you need for your little ones. Start out at the food court entrance to eat or enjoy a ride (or 10) on the carousel and then head down to your left to the other end of the mall where you will find a huge, lit fountain.
The carousel is an amazing, two-story structure complete with rocking benches for moms with babies and spinning teacups for your older, adventurous kids. (Take my word for it; don't eat your cheese steak and immediately afterwards agree to join your child in the tea cup. Not a good idea.) At $2.00 a ride, it's a great deal for the smiles it will put on your kids' faces. We just wish you good luck getting them off of it.
And the light and water show of the fountain will entertain your little ones and give you a break for a while. They love to watch the water slowly rising up,up, almost to the ceiling! And they'll want to make a wish, of course, so bring your pennies!If you're looking for another free way to entertain young and older kids, head over to the Starbucks kiosk and you will see an amazing treat on the floor behind it. There is a large rectangle projected onto the floor that rotates through different video-like games. And it is interactive! And totally free! Stand on it and use your feet to play the games. The games range from kicking balls around to racing cars on a track. You might even enjoy it; it is pretty cool!
And, if that isn't enough fun for you, there is the new Dave and Buster's across from the fountain, a huge arcade, bar, and restaurant with ride-on games that make you feel like you are really racing a car, skiing down a mountain, or kayaking through river rapids. (Their food is yummy too.) Minors must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 25. This is a great place to plan events also. Visit Dave and Buster's on Halloween to play for 1/2 price!
And you won't believe what is about to park itself near the food court (some time in "fall/holiday 2008"): Krazy City. I have never personally been to one, but I have to say after viewing the website, it looks pretty crazy. It will be a two-level indoor theme park for children age 3-14.
Krazy City will contain an arcade, lit bowling alley, a black light miniature golf course with an underwater theme, a prehistoric dig area, an interactive soft ball maze where kids can shoot these balls out of guns and cannons, and mining for gemstones in a stream. Can you believe this place? There will even be some of the smaller amusement park-type rides! And, of course, a restaurant, in case your kids have time to remember that they are hungry.
Make sure to stop by the Customer Service Center in the mall during October for "Think Pink," which includes free give-aways of shopping bags and shower cards to educate women on breast health. Also, stop by Boscov's in the mall tomorrow (Tuesday, Oct. 7th) for "Friends Helping Friends." This is an event that will be held from 9am-9pm and the proceeds will go to non-profit organizations. These local organizations will be selling 25% tickets for just $5! Boscov's will provide food demos, special sale prices on clothing and appliances, and prizes. "School of Rock" will be providing the entertainment!
Don't have a great place to trick or treat on Halloween? Visit the mall for their annual Mall O Ween Trick or Treat event, from 5:30-7:30pm on Halloween.
Some other additions to Plymouth Meeting Mall to look for:
A new Borders Express on the lower level to open mid-October.
Underground parking with more than 350 spaces to be finished in spring 2009.
The mall's site even has an interactive map so that you can get a visual of where these places are before you leave the house.
The mall is located at: 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462.
Your Turn: Click the "comment" link below and let us know what you think of these new mall additions. A good idea? Too much? Are you annoyed by all the construction? What do you think about the idea of Krazy City? Exciting or crazy? We want to hear from you! And come back by here to respond to other readers' opinions!
4 comments:
Glad you like the krazy city theme.
We actually designed and built all of the black light mini golf courses for them. You can check us out at: www.krazie-golf.com
Krazy City is a horrible place to have a birthday party. Make sure you actually have a "host" or else you will be doing everything yourself. Hopefully your children will not be thirsty because they only get one glass of juice for a party that costs $25.00+ per child.
Krazy City SUCKS big time. Too expensive, too loud, too many teenagers standing around NOT helping the customers, overall NOT a good experience and I wouldn't recommend it.
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