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Kids’ Bird Bonanza! with Audubon Mid-Atlantic
Mon, November 17, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Join the Audubon Mid-Atlantic from the Discovery Center at the Cecil B. Moore Library for hand-on activities to learn about bird artifacts, bird adaptations, migration, watersheds and pollution, seeds and seed dispersal, garden work, and bird walks
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Snakes Alive!
Mon, November 17, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Logan Library
Join snake expert Scott Prior for a fun, interactive presentation of live snakes (all harmless) from around the world. We'll learn general information on types of snakes, their habits, care and conservation, and he will help dispell any negativity or fears. If you dare, you may…
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Snakes Alive!
Tue, November 18, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Richmond Library
Join snake expert Scott Prior and meet his favorite scaly friends as they visit the library, share interesting facts about snake behaviors and habitats, and answer your questions. For children and families.
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Dinovember Dinosaur Crafts
Wed, November 19, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join LEAP after school every Wednesday in November and celebrate Dinovember with crafts! Each week we’ll create a different dinosaur themed craft and share dino books from our collection. These crafts are geared towards kids in graded K-5, but younger kids may be able to enjoy…
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Interactive Show + Tell
Wed, November 19, 2025
3:30 P.M.
David Cohen Ogontz Library
Brian Rudnick, "The Pocket Guide", will conduct a show + tell of interesting pocket-sized, nature-themed items. Participants will get to handle the objects, ask questions, and share their own knowledge. This educational and fun program is ideal for school-age children and their…
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Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, November 19, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Independent readers and children who are learning to read are invited to practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Yes, you can pet them, too! Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program & each child will be assigned…
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Animal Friday - Jellyfish
Fri, November 21, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Andorra Library
Rawr. Meow. Ribbit. Moo! This week, we will learn about an animal that has no brain, blood, bones or lungs... which means it will be all about jellyfish! Join us for a craft and touch some jellyfish related sensory items. For preschool and school-age kids.
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T-Rex Tea Party
Sat, November 22, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Celebrate the mighty T-Rex in Dinovember! Join us for a dinosaur themed storytime followed by activities and snacks with herbal tea. Meet and take your picture with the Mighty T-Rex! For children ages 11 and under and their families. Children ages 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult
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Dinovember Dinosaur Crafts
Wed, November 26, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join LEAP after school every Wednesday in November and celebrate Dinovember with crafts! Each week we’ll create a different dinosaur themed craft and share dino books from our collection. These crafts are geared towards kids in graded K-5, but younger kids may be able to enjoy…
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Mammals of PA with the PA Game Commission
Tue, December 2, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Explore common mammals of Pennsylvania by interacting with pelts or furs. Learn the common names, dietary habits, and other fun facts about critters commonly found in Pennsylvania.
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Animal Tales with the Philadelphia Zoo
Thu, December 4, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Cecil B. Moore Library will be hosting the Philadelphia Zoo! Come listen to a story read by the librarian. Then, meet an animal from the Zoo! Come by to see which animal visits – it’s always a surprise!
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Bartram’s Garden at the Library
Tue, December 9, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Our friends from Bartram’s Garden will come visit the library to share nature lessons, crafts and activities with our neighbors. Join us in the outdoor storycircle in nice weather or indoors at the children’s area activity tables in rain or chilly weather.
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Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, December 10, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Young readers are invited to share stories with Cene, a local certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Children can take turns of up to ten minutes reading aloud in a judgment free space. Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver. Space may be limited; first come,…
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Animal Tales with the Philadelphia Zoo
Thu, December 11, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Each month, Charles L. Durham Library will be hosting the Philadelphia Zoo! Come listen to a story read by the librarian. Then, meet an animal from the story and discover and learn more about the animal with knowledgeable educators of the Philadelphia Zoo. Come by every month to see which animal…
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Intro to Beekeeping with Anna Bee's Honey
Sat, December 13, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Curious about keeping bees? Join Master Beekeeper Mark Berman of Anna Bee's Honey for a fun, beginner-friendly dive into the world of beekeeping! In this short presentation, we’ll cover the basics - from the gear you’ll need, to what a beekeeper’s year looks like, and the…
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Kids’ Bird Bonanza! with Audubon Mid-Atlantic
Mon, December 15, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Join the Audubon Mid-Atlantic from the Discovery Center at the Cecil B. Moore Library for hand-on activities to learn about bird artifacts, bird adaptations, migration, watersheds and pollution, seeds and seed dispersal, garden work, and bird walks
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The Goblin Market, Drawings by George Whitman | Exhibition
Now through Sat, January 3, 2026
5:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
This exhibition presents the complete series of George Whitman's pencil and watercolor drawings for the narrative poem "Goblin Market." First published in 1862, the poem is the best-known work of the English writer Christina Rossetti. Whitman's drawings appear in a 1981…
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Wildlife Ranger at the Library
Tue, January 6, 2026
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Come meet a Wildlife Ranger from the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum. Enjoy hands-on activities about nature and conservation in our Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood. Meet us at the LEAP tables in the children’s area of the library.
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Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, January 7, 2026
4:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Young readers are invited to share stories with Cene, a local certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Children can take turns of up to ten minutes reading aloud in a judgment free space. Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver. Space may be limited; first come,…
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Animal Tales with the Philadelphia Zoo
Thu, January 8, 2026
4:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Each month, Charles L. Durham Library will be hosting the Philadelphia Zoo! Come listen to a story read by the librarian. Then, meet an animal from the story and discover and learn more about the animal with knowledgeable educators of the Philadelphia Zoo. Come by every month to see which animal…