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Animal Friday: Whales
Fri, October 17, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Andorra Library
Rawr. Meow. Ribbit. Splash. Moo! This Friday will be all about horses. This week will be all about whales. We'll learn about whales through books and make size comparisons to try and understand the scale of some of the world's largest animals. Which is longer - our library or a Blue…
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Bingo for Kids!
Fri, October 17, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Widener Library
Kids and their families are welcome to join us for a classic game of BINGO. If you win, collect a prize! Younger children are encouraged to participate with the assistance of their caregiver. Bingo for Kids will take place on the third (3rd) Friday of each month. See you there!
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Intro to Herbalism and Herbal Teas - Part 2 - Tastings and Infusions
Sat, October 18, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Richmond Library
Join us on Saturday mornings for a 4-part workshop series exploring herbalism and herbal teas! Suggested donation is 10 dollars which will include supplies to take home. Please bring your own mug with you to this program as there will be plenty of teas to taste and talk about! 2 . Intro to…
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Music for Tiny Friends Library Tour!
Sat, October 18, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
It's a special Music for Tiny Friends Library Tour, one Saturday each month from October through March! All events are at 10:30 a.m. ⭐October 18: Lillian Marrero Library - 601 W Lehigh Ave⭐ November 15: Kensington Library - 104 W Dauphin St December 20: Richmond Library…
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Shabbat Sing Along with Folkshul
Sat, October 18, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Fox Chase Library
Shabbat Sing Along with Folkshul Sept 20th, Oct 18th, Nov 15th, Dec 20th, Jan 17th Featuring favorite sing-along songs, instrument exploration, and movement activities to celebrate Shabbat, upcoming holidays, and the season. Designed for families with children ages 2-5 but all are welcome!
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Music and Movement Storytime
Sat, October 18, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and movement that celebrates all things music! For ages 7 and under and their caregivers.
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*Registration Closed* Unlocking Your Inner Composer: Beginner/Intermediate First Session (Series A)
Sat, October 18, 2025
10:45 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Ever wanted to try your hand at composing music? Join the Free Library and the acclaimed PRISM Quartet with special guests Diane Monroe , Ursula Rucker , and Tyshawn Sorey for the first in a series of free, hands-on workshops. Registration for our Unlocking Your Inner Composer workshops closed…
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Read, Baby, Read Family Storytime
Sat, October 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Family Storytime: Babies to Age 4 9/20, 9/27, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/8, 11/15, 11/22 at 11am Join us for stories, songs, bounces & rhymes! Best for children age 6 months to 4 years, but older siblings welcome! This program is made possible by a generous grant from the William…
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Music with Ry
Sat, October 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
Ry will be at the library to present a music program designed to get even the smallest kiddo clapping along! Kiddos and their caregivers are invited to join in.
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La Hora de Cuentos Familiar Bilingüe en Español: Un Viaje a Perú
Sat, October 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Únase a nosotros para la Hora de Cuentos Familiar Bilingüe en Español que celebra la diversidad, la inclusión, el bilingüismo y el biculturalismo. Como parte de la serie “Los Idiomas en Filadelfia” , este programa se llevará a cabo durante…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, October 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Independence Library
Saturdays 11 am - 12 pm 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.
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Read to a Therapy Dog
Sat, October 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
Readers of all ages can read to Huey, a certified therapy dog, to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Readers, both independent and learning, can practice reading skills with individual time allotted. Yes, you can just pet him too!
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Queer Comics Club
Sat, October 18, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join our book club where we explore graphic novels and manga centering queer stories and voices. Open to all ages!
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James' Critter Corner
Sat, October 18, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library
Meet live reptiles and amphibians in this fun, informative program hosted by James Montgomery, an environmental educator. This program is supported by the Friends of the Roxborough Library.
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Adult Writing Club
Sat, October 18, 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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Spooky Saturdays
Sat, October 18, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Join Field Teen Center at 1:00 pm on Saturdays in October for scary movies, popcorn and treats! On October 18th, we'll be showing Drag Me to Hell. Programs at the Field Teen Center are open to individuals ages 12 to 18. Organized groups (including camp groups…
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Guilt-Free Fiber Guild
Sat, October 18, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Beginning October 4, if you crochet, knit, mend...or would like to learn - bring your materials or use ours to get started. Take some "me-time" at Northeast Regional Library as we make space for crafting, creativity, and camaraderie. A few free sewing kits will be given to firstcomers…
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Open Play with the Food & Gardening Play Trunk!
Sat, October 18, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Kids ages 3 & up are invited to an afternoon open play session (1:00 p.m to 3:00 p.m.) with the library's Food & Gardening play trunk . Dig for worms, cook a delicious meal, open a grocery store - the only limit is your imagination!
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Learn to Knit
Sat, October 18, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Richmond Library
Come join us to learn the art of knitting. Our first project will be a hat. Recommended supplies: 4-ply yarn and size 8, 16-inch circular knitting needles. For adults and teens.
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*Registration Closed* Unlocking Your Inner Composer: Advanced First Session (Series B)
Sat, October 18, 2025
1:15 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Ever wanted to try your hand at composing music? Join the Free Library and the acclaimed PRISM Quartet with special guests Diane Monroe , Ursula Rucker , and Tyshawn Sorey for the first in a series of free, hands-on workshops. Registration for our Unlocking Your Inner Composer workshops…