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Procrastinator's Summer Reading Club
Wed, August 20, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Don't wait until the last week of August to do your required summer reading! Join us to set goals and tackle a little reading each week -- and have a chance to win summer reading prizes!
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Rubberband Powered Car Grand Prix with Stevie the Inventor
Wed, August 20, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Bring learning to life through high-energy fun with the Rubberband-Powered Bottle Car Grand Prix, hosted by Stevie The Inventor & Spark The Bot! This STEM-powered event blends education, creativity, and friendly competition into one unforgettable library experience. This program is…
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Teen Manga/Comics Creation
Wed, August 20, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Love manga or comics and ready to take the next step? Try making your own ! We'll be creating our own comics and manga at the Field Teen Center. Location: Field Teen Center, Ground Floor Parkway Central Library Programs at the Field Teen Center are open…
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Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, August 20, 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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Silent Book Club
Wed, August 20, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Let's read to ourselves, together! Whether it's your prize book from joining Sumer of Wonder, assigned reading from a teacher, or something interesting you picked up on your way into the room, we'd love to read beside you! Early readers are welcome to join in the fun…
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Silent Book Club
Wed, August 20, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Let's read to ourselves, together! Whether it's your prize book from joining Sumer of Wonder, assigned reading from a teacher, or something interesting you picked up on your way into the room, we'd love to read beside you! Early readers are welcome to join in the fun…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, August 20, 2025
6:00 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 Natalia. The group will meet in HEIM 131/132 on the first floor.…
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Basic English Literacy
Thu, August 21, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Southwest CDC, 6328 Paschall Avenue, 19142
Do you know an adult who wants to learn English and does not know how to read or write? The Free Library of Philadelphia is offering a FREE basic English literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills in English. For more information, call 215-686-8664 or email…
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Toddler Storytime
Thu, August 21, 2025
10:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Fun stories and sing-alongs for early literacy development! Ages 1-4 recommended.
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English as a Second Language
Thu, August 21, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Wyoming Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 7/8 and 7/10. Up to 30 individuals can…
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Summer Builders’ Club
Thu, August 21, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Want to build something amazing? Want to learn how to create with cardboard? Come learn with Leap how to build a house with running water and lights using cardboard? Come find out on Thursdays at 10:00am! This program is geared towards school aged children and teens - bring a friend!
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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Thu, August 21, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. This service will be available today from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. If you have questions, you can email…
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Storytime in the Park at Starr Garden
Thu, August 21, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
Storytime for the whole family (just like at the library!) Located on the field inside Starr Garden. Bring your own blanket! Starr Garden is located at 600 Lombard Street.
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Storytime Adventures!
Thu, August 21, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Join Miss Liz for Storytime Adventures on Thursday mornings at 10:30am, where we'll explore a new theme each week! Stay after storytime for playtime. Intended for preschoolers ages 3+ and their caregivers, but all are welcome. In the colder months this event…
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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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Preschool Storytime
Thu, August 21, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Andorra Library
Join Ms. Molly as we read, sing, dance, and learn together. For children ages 0-5 and their families.
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Japanese Conversation Group- Beginner
Thu, August 21, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Build your confidence in speaking Japanese while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for beginning Japanese speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Mayumi. The classes will take place on the Ground floor in BRIC Department Rm.…
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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Thu, August 21, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Wyoming Library
Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for one-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with résumé development, career counseling, and professional development workshops. Call 1-833-750-5627 to learn more! PA CareerLink®…