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Preschool Storytime
Fri, October 31, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Scout for stories, songs, and rhymes, and stay for playtime afterwards! Intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. This program has ASL interpretation. In good weather, this program will be held outdoors in Shakespeare Park, directly across the street…
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Halloween Storytime and Costume Parade
Fri, October 31, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
Join us for a special Halloween storytime with Ms. Lindsay and parade led by the best security guard in all of Philadelphia, Mr. Kevin! Come in costume and Trick-or-Treat for stickers and prizes throughout the library!
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Read, Baby, Ready: Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, October 31, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Independence Library
Join Ms. Chen on Fridays at 10:30am for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Bubbles will end storytime. Then stay after for our playgroup! This program is for babies and toddlers with their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. Read, Baby, Read is made possible by a generous grant from The William…
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Beginner English
Fri, October 31, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Bushrod Library
Wednesdays and Fridays 10:30 am - 12 pm (September 24 - December 5, 2025) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For…
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Beginner English
Fri, October 31, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Wednesdays and Fridays 10:30 am - 12 pm (September 24 - December 5, 2025) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For…
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Spooky Storytime!
Fri, October 31, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Roxborough Library
Boo! Get goosebumps at our Halloween-themed storytime hosted by the Roxborough Library's resident Grim Reaper (I.M. Grimm, AKA, Mr. Rich). Feel free to dress up in costume! If the weather is nice, we will be across the street in Gorgas Park.
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Preschool Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, October 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday! Enjoy stories, rhythms, and songs. Stay after Storytime for playgroup. This program is intended for ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.
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Fiber Arts Skill Share
Fri, October 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Oak Lane Library
Meet up with other crafters for skill sharing, conversation, and snacks. Sewing machines are available on a first-come-first-serve basis, and a limited supply of sewing, crocheting, and knitting supplies will be provided. This is not a formal class, although some basic instruction may be…
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Crochet and Fiber Arts Club!
Fri, October 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Please join textile enthusiasts at Northeast Regional Library to help grow our Crochet Club! Bring your own materials, or if you would like to learn, we have things to help get you started. Benefit by guidance from those with experience and be part of a collaborative creative environment!…
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Read, Baby, Read Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, October 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join us every Friday for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay after storytime for playgroup. This program is for babies and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. Read, Baby, Read is made possible by a generous grant from the William Penn Foundation.
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One on One Basic Computer Help Appointments
Fri, October 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Would you like to use the computer but need help? Help is available from 11-2 by appointment. Call the Magazines & Newspapers Department to schedule your Friday appointment at 215-685-0525.
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Family Storytime
Fri, October 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Widener Library
Join Ms. Adrianna for stories, songs, and rhymes every Friday at 11am! This Storytime is best for children 3-5, but all family members are welcome. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
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Would You Rather...? Halloween Edition
Fri, October 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Each week, check out our "Would You Rather?" Halloween edition wall prompt in the library! Grab a sticky note, write your answer, and stick it up to share your opinion. It’s a fun and exciting way to see what everyone thinks—all week long!
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Library Scavenger Hunt
Fri, October 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Explore the library, crack riddles, and uncover hidden treasures at your own pace. Come in anytime, complete the hunt, and unlock a surprise!
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Toddler Storytime with Miss Chelsea
Fri, October 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library
Join Miss Chelsea for storytime! We’ll read, sing, and play! This program is geared towards toddlers, but can be adapted for younger and older children. Every Friday at 11:00 AM - See you there!
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Halloween Parade & Storytime
Fri, October 31, 2025
11:15 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Event will be outside weather permitting! Come join us for our annual Halloween Parade in Rittenhouse Square! We will parade around the square and come back to the goat statue for a special Halloween storytime. Costumes encouraged!
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(Not so) Spooky Storytime
Fri, October 31, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Wadsworth Library
Join us for a (not so) spooky storytime for toddlers, preschoolers, and their adult caregivers. We will read some not-very-scary stories and sing some not-very-scary songs! Costumes are encouraged!
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Fri, October 31, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Parkway Central 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 Philip. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
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Chair Yoga
Fri, October 31, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for a 1-hour gentle yoga practice that uses a chair for seating and balance. Taught by Janet McAllister Faulls, a registered yoga teacher with over 13 years of experience in Philadelphia. All ages and abilities welcome. Please dress comfortably! Class will be held in Room…
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Avoiding Scams
Fri, October 31, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Hot Spots
Increase your safety and privacy online, learn to avoid scams, and secure your social media. Registration not required. Location information at freelibrary.org/hotspots .