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Artsy Craftsy Storytime
Sat, August 2, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Kingsessing Library
Join Librarian Rachel for stories, songs and scarves in our community room. After storytime, stay for a craft. The last storytime of every month will be a STEM craft!
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Preschool Storytime
Sat, August 2, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Andorra Library
Join Ms. Molly as we read, sing, dance, and learn together. For children ages 0-5 and their families.
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Let's Explore Outer Space!
Sat, August 2, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join us as we learn all about space through pictures, maps, stories, games, movement, crafts, and more!
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, August 2, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Independence Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Gail. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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Adult Writing Club
Sat, August 2, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for a weekly drop in writing club for adults. For writers, authors and poets and any background or genre. Come bring your work and write along side other writers or chat about your inspiration and struggles. LGBTQ+, BIPOC and Neurodivergent friendly!
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Science in the Summer: Be an Orthopedic Doctor
Sat, August 2, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Science in the Summer is a free, informal science program for children entering grades 2 - 6. Supported by GSK and offered in collaboration with The Franklin Institute, the goal of the program is to increase children's interest and confidence in doing science and persuing STEM careers…
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Switch Saturdays
Sat, August 2, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join us every Saturday for Nintendo Switch games! We will take turns playing multiplayer games like MarioKart and Super Smash Bros on our TV. You can also bring your own Switch to play our games handheld. Don’t forget you can check out video games from the library! Please note,…
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SCATOLOGY with PA Game Commission
Sat, August 2, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Did you know that "scat" or animal poop can be an important tool when it comes to identification? Many scientists use scat to determine what animals are hanging out in an area and what they are eating. In this lesson, students will become skilled scat identifiers by molding their own…
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Genuine Credit and Real Estate Secrets
Sat, August 2, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Learn how to read and improve your credit report. Get real answers to all your real estate questions. Workshop great for first-time & future home buyers. Workshop presented by Abigail Bridgeford AHWD, CRS, GRI, PSA Broker of Record-Licensed in PA & NY.
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Chess Club @ Coleman
Sat, August 2, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Are you already a chess enthusiast? Or, maybe you want to learn to play chess? Whether you are an experienced chess player or are new to the game, we welcome you to join the Chess Club @ Coleman for some afternoons of chess learning and competition. We will meet on select Saturday afternoons…
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Meet the artist: Mina Smith Segal
Sat, August 2, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Paintings by Mina Smith Segal are now on display through the end of March in the Art Department's historic poster stands as part of our long-running series that exhibits work created by artists who use the library as a working space. Stop by the 2nd floor on Saturday, August 2nd at…
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Why Do Birds Collide With Buildings? A talk by Audubon's Keith Russell
Sat, August 2, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Print and Picture Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Why do birds collide with buildings? Most people love birds and the joy that they bring to our lives. But birds are in decline throughout the world. Here in North America our wild bird populations are estimated to have declined by 29% since 1970 which translates to a loss of one in every four…
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Board Game Bonanza
Sat, August 2, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Chess, Blockus, Jenga, Mastermind and other favorites at both the children’s and teen tables.
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Read to a Therapy Dog!
Sat, August 2, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Independence Library
Have you ever read to a dog? Now is your chance! Young readers and children who are learning to read can practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog named Beau from Comfort Caring Canines. Beau the dog will be accompanied by his handler. Space is limited—first come, first…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, August 2, 2025
2:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Christine. Questions? Email AdultLearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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Birding Basics
Sat, August 2, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Who’s That Bird? Join us for a feather-filled adventure as we learn how to tell birds apart by their colors, beaks, and feet! After a short storytime, we’ll explore what makes each bird special, discover how they eat and live, and even try out some real birdwatching tools.
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English as a Second Language
Mon, August 4, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Wyoming Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 7/8 and 7/10. Up to 30 individuals can…
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CANCELLED! Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!
Mon, August 4, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
The Parkway Central Library will be closed on Monday, August 4th so there will be no storytime. We apologize for the late notice. Join Miss Mary for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay for playtime immediately following storytime! Intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their…
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Grab & Go Craft Bags
Mon, August 4, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Katharine Drexel Library
Grab & Go Craft Bags Visit the library on select Mondays this summer to pick up a Grab & Go Craft bag for children in K-5th grade! Instructions are included in the bag. Supplies are limited and are first-come, first-served.
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*Canceled* Computer Skills for Beginners
Mon, August 4, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
*Class is canceled.* Need computer help? Take a free digital skills workshop at the Library! Learn how to use a computer, get online, and more. Training provided by Beyond Literacy. Please call to register at 215-474-1235.