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Science in the Summer: Be a Health Scientist
Sat, August 16, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West 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 pursuing STEM careers…
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Teen Fanart Watercolors
Sat, August 16, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Make some dreamy fanart at our Fanart Watercolors afternoon at the Field Teen Center. Location: Field Teen Center, Ground Floor Parkway Central Library Programs at the Field Teen Center are open to individuals ages 12 to 18. Organized groups…
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English as a Second Language
Mon, August 18, 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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Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!
Mon, August 18, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
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 caregivers. Cooler weather? We'll have storytime in the auditorium on the ground floor! Warmer weather? We'll be…
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Kids’ Sensory Playtime
Mon, August 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Sensory play encourages children to explore and discover new sensations, materials, and experiences, fostering curiosity and learning. Activities will include using kinetic sand, clay, DIY fidget spinners, and sensory bins.
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State Representative Tarik Khan - Mobile Office Hours
Mon, August 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Roxborough Library
Come meet some of Representative Khan's staff. They will be available to provide constituents with information on state government-related programs and services available. They can also help with state services like unemploymen issues, renewing/applying for Senior SEPTA cards,…
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Drag Queen Storytime with Brittany Lynn
Mon, August 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library
Listen to the fantastic Brittany Lynn read stories about love, diversity, and acceptance and join her for interactive songs.
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Read, Baby, Read Storytime!
Mon, August 18, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Join Miss Liz for Read, Baby, Read storytime on Monday mornings at 11:30am. Stay after storytime for playtime! Intended for babies and toddlers ages 0-2, but all are welcome. In the colder months this event will be held indoors on the library's 3rd floor, accessible…
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One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, August 18, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Haverford Library
Need computer help? Need assistance with a new labtop? Get 1-on-1 help at the Library! Learn how to use a computer, get online, and more.
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One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, August 18, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Haverford Library
Need computer help? Need assistance with a new labtop? Get 1-on-1 help at the Library! Learn how to use a computer, get online, and more.
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Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, August 18, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-868-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Adult Basic Literacy classes at Kingsessing…
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Movie Mondays
Mon, August 18, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join us every Monday for a family-friendly movie matinee! Each week we will be showing a different movie, popping popcorn, and enjoying our air-conditioned meeting room. Please note, there will be no movie on 6/30.
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GED Writing, Reading & Social Studies Prep Presented by Community College of Philadelphia
Mon, August 18, 2025
1:10 P.M.
Tacony Library
FREE GED Writing, Reading and Social Studies Prep at Tacony Library Presented by Community College of Philadelphia June 2 to August 18, 2025 Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 1:10 – 3:40 PM NO Class on June 18, June 19, and July 3 Are you planning to take the GED or HiSET…
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Intermediate ESL
Mon, August 18, 2025
1:30 P.M.
Independence Library
Join us as we read about and talk about a variety of topics, including current events, American cultural issues, English grammar, current American expressions, etc. - all with the goal of improving participants' proficiency in spoken and written English. Each week participants…
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Science in the Summer: Be an Athletic Trainer
Mon, August 18, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Be a health Scientist this year! Science in the Summer, in collaboration with the Franklin Institute, is a fun, free STEM program for for children entering grades 2 - 6, that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers! Learn all about finding ways to keep people healthy…
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Board Game Day
Mon, August 18, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Eastwick Library
Join us for children’s board games. For children and families. Ages 6+
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Board Game Day
Mon, August 18, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Eastwick Library
Join us for children’s board games. For children and families. Ages 6+
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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Mon, August 18, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. This service will be available today from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. If you have questions, you can email…
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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Mon, August 18, 2025
2:00 P.M.
David Cohen Ogontz Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. This service will be available today from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. If you have questions, you can email…
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Drop In Crafts
Mon, August 18, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
Drop in for a summer-themed craft! All supplies provided. From 2-3 p.m.