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Science in the Summer: Be a Health Scientist
Mon, July 21, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Haverford 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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Beyblades Training Club
Mon, July 21, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Train your body and mind to be the best Beyblades trainer. We will talk about the science behind the Beyblades and train to become the very best we can be. Some Beyblades will be provided, and feel free to bring your own supplies. This program will take place from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.,most…
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Music and Motion Storytime: An Author Visit with Thembi Palmer
Mon, July 21, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join local storyteller Thembi Palmer on an action-packed adventure as she reads from her book "This Book Will Make You Do Things." Thembi's storytime will be full of instruments, dancing, and an obstacle course that will get both kids and adults on their feet.
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Thembi Palmer Author Visit!
Mon, July 21, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Experience a fun-filled, interactive visit with author Thembi Palmer! With This Book May Make You Do Things! , Thembi will have both adults and children on their feet! This session is jam-packed with props, actions, instruments, dancing and may include movement stations to jump,…
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Summer Book Club for Kids
Mon, July 21, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Tacony Library
Book Club: Do you want your child to read more this summer? Would you like them to sharpen their comprehension skills and imagination? Sign them up for the Summer Book Club! Every week they will read with peers and journal about the reading. At the end of the summer they will create a…
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July Adult Book Club - The Night Watchman
Mon, July 21, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Join us for our July Adult Book Club as we read and discuss The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich. Limited library copies will be available at the librarian's desk for participants. Please come to the meeting ready for discussion! Meeting time 6-7:00pm.
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Family Storytime at Parkway Pals!
Tue, July 22, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for a Family Storytime and to-go craft, while supplies last! This in-person, outdoor storytime will take place at Sister Cities Park and is in collaboration with Center City District. In the case of unfavorable weather, the program will be cancelled with no make up date…
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Preschool Storytime and Open Play
Tue, July 22, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Join Ms. Kate for books, songs, and dancing on Tuesdays at 10:30-11:30am ! Then stick around for free play with toys! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers. (Please call ahead to arrange a pre-school or day care visit).
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Read, Baby, Read: Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, July 22, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces that will help your young child develop important pre-literary skills while you bond and have fun together! This program is intended for our friends ages 2 and under, and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.
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Crafty Tuesdays
Tue, July 22, 2025
11:15 A.M.
Dwight Evans Library of West Oak Lane
Get creative and dive into stories with us. This hands-on summer reading program combines books and art! Each week, kids will enjoy a read-aloud session followed by a themed craft inspired by the story. This program is open to kids of all ages. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a guardian.…
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Healthy Eating for Kids!
Tue, July 22, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Learn about healthy eating and nutrition while preparing a tasty, healthy snack. This program is presented by Jefferson/Einstein's A Better Start F.U.N. Program. Save your spot by calling the library at 215-685-2152. If you have questions, email A-BETTER-START@jefferson.edu .…
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Teen Tuesdays!
Tue, July 22, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Join us for a Summer of creativity! Learn Crochet, create your own T-shirt using a heat press machine, sign up for raffle prizes, watch Anime Series and other activities in the Everything Teen Center located on the 2nd Flr.
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Science in the Summer: Be a Health Scientist
Tue, July 22, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Be a Health Scientist this summer! Science in the Summer, in collaboration with The Franklin Institute, is a fun free STEM program for youth entering grades 2 – 6 that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers! Learn all about finding ways to keep…
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Teen Summer Scares Book Club
Tue, July 22, 2025
1:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Horror stories aren’t just for Halloween! Join us to discuss the book “The Getaway” by Lamar Giles and give your favorite cartoon character a creepy makeover. Attend without doing the reading, if you dare, but BEWARE OF SPOILERS!!!
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Summer Lunches for Kids
Tue, July 22, 2025
1:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Monday, June 23 – Friday, August 15th @ 1:30 pm Free lunches are available for children up to 18 years old, provided by Nutritional Development Services. All meals must be eaten onsite. We cannot accommodate groups.
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Summer Fun and Games!
Tue, July 22, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library
Summer Fun and Games! Tuesdays 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 Join us on select Tuesdays this summer to play games! We will play video games, board games and more! Program geared towards kids and teens. We cannot accommodate groups at this time.
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Video Game Club
Tue, July 22, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Join us! Play Ninetendo Switch on the big screen for local play. New players and experienced pros are all welcome. Hang out, play games, make new friends. From 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. most Tuesdays through August 5.
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Board Games for Kids & Teens
Tue, July 22, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Drop in any time between 2:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to play board games like Sorry, Candy Land, and many more! Games will be available to play on the children's side of the library. No large groups, please (10+ people) due to space constraints. Every Tuesday until August 19th. For children ages…
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Your Personal Logo
Tue, July 22, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Your Personal Logo July 22nd, 2025 at 3 p.m. Let your personality shine through art! In this creative session, you'll design a unique logo that represents you—your interests, style, and what makes you one of a kind. All supplies will be provided, and everyone who joins will…
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Science in the Summer: Be a Health Scientist-Epidemiologist
Tue, July 22, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Lawncrest Library
Science in the Summer 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…