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Toddler and Preschooler Storytime at Goldstar Park

Wed, August 20, 2025 10:15 A.M.
Charles Santore Library

We’re going to read books, sing songs and move our bodies at the library with Ms. Lindsay. This storytime is intended for children 18 months to 5 years old. Siblings welcome. Groups can call to arrange a separate visit at 215-686-1766.

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Join Ms Naomi for singing and dancing in this movement-oriented storytime followed by playtime! This program is designed for children ages 6 and under, along with their caretakers. If you require ASL interpretation, please contact us in advance and we would be happy to accomodate you!…

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Baby Lap Sit Storytime

Wed, August 20, 2025 10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library

Join us for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! For ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.

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Toddler
Baby

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Baby Storytime at Goldstar Park

Wed, August 20, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library

Bring your little one for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces. This program is intended for children birth to 14 months and their caregivers. Groups can call to arrange a separate visit at 215-686-1766.

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Baby

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Children

中文故事時間 (Chinese Storytime)

Thu, August 21, 2025 10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library

来中文故事時間把! 大家全用中文会看书唱吧！ Join us for Chinese Storytime! All are welcome to come read, sing, and learn at our storytime entirely in Chinese.

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Read Baby Read Storytime & Playgroup

Thu, August 21, 2025 10:30 A.M.
Kingsessing Library

Calling all babies, toddlers and twos! Librarian Rachel will lead families in stories, songs, tickles, bounces, bubbles and maybe a few peek-a-boos! Afterwards, families can stay in our community room to explore baby toys and socialize. Older siblings welcome.

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Preschool Storytime and Play!

Thu, August 21, 2025 10:30 A.M.
Katharine Drexel Library

Preschool Storytime and Play! 10:30 a.m. Join us for fun stories and songs followed by creative play! For children ages 3-5 accompanied by an adult.

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Children

Clark Park Storytime

Fri, August 22, 2025 10:00 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library

Bring a blanket & snack and meet us at 43rd St. & Chester Ave. near the Clark Park playground for stories, songs, fun & bubbles! In case of rain, storytime will be held at the Walnut Street West library at 201 South 40th Street; please check our socials for day-of updates. All ages…

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Preschool Storytime & Playgroup

Fri, August 22, 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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Preschool

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Artsy Craftsy Storytime

Sat, August 23, 2025 10:30 A.M.
Kingsessing Library

Join Librarian Rachel for stories, songs and scarves in our community room. After storytime, stay for a craft. The last storytime of every month will be a STEM craft!

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Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!

Mon, August 25, 2025 10:30 A.M.
Children's Department at 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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Toddler
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Preschool Storytime

Tue, August 26, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Kensington Library

Join us inside the library for stories, rhymes, songs, and movement with your children's librarian! Best suited for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

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Baby & Toddler Storytime & Free Play

Tue, August 26, 2025 11:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library

Join us for books, songs, and dancing! Then stick around for free play with toys! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers.

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Family Programs

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Twilight Tales Family Story Time

Tue, August 26, 2025 5:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Join us every Tuesday at the library for an interactive Storytime that includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that are fun for the whole family!

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Pajama Storytime!

Tue, August 26, 2025 5:30 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Wear your coziest pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal to this evening storytime. We'll read books and sing songs and rhymes in the Story Hour Room. This event is recommended for children 3 to 8 years old.

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Family Programs

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Storytime at Franklin Square

Wed, August 27, 2025 10:00 A.M.
Independence Library

Join Ms. Chen for storytime every other Wednesday (5/7 – 10/22)! There will be storytelling, songs, rhymes, dancing, and crafts in the Pavilion at Franklin Square (6th and Race St.) as we explore different themes throughout the spring, summer, and fall! Bubbles and fun crafts at the end of…