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Big Spring Book Sale
Fri, April 25, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Please join us as the Friends of the Falls of Schuylkill Library host their popular book sale. All proceeds will help support library programming and materials. You will find thousands of donated books in many genres along with DVDs, puzzles, children's materials and more! Books…
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Spring 2025 Plant/Cutting Swap
Fri, April 25, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Whitman Library
Want to refresh your plant collection? Whitman Library is holding a plant/cutting swap! Bring a cutting or plant then take one of ours. New to plant care? Check out one of our display books. Please only swap tabletop-sized plants or smaller, as we do not have the space for larger plants.…
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Committee of Seventy: What's On Your Ballot?
Fri, April 25, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Bustleton Library
Prepare for the upcoming election by learning about the different offices, candidates, and ballot measures that will appear on your ballot. This session provides an overview of the key issues, how to research candidates, and tips for making informed decisions when you vote. Ideal for voters who…
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Rare Books Roadshow
Fri, April 25, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
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Rare Books Roadshow
Fri, April 25, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
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Rare Books Roadshow
Fri, April 25, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
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I Wish to Say: Write a Postcard to the President
Fri, April 25, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Stop by artist Sheryl Oring’s office and dictate your messages to the U.S. president at the Parkway Central Library from noon to 2 PM. This free, all ages public program will be led by Oring, whose work is currently featured in the “Secretary to the People” exhibit at the…
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Beginner's Hand Mending
Fri, April 25, 2025
2:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Learn basic hand sewing skills that can help you prolong the life of your wardrobe in this fun and informative workshop. Limited supplies will be available.
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The Soapbox's Zine Workshop
Fri, April 25, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Wyoming Library
You will learn how to create, design, and print your own zine, while connecting with others in this 2 hour workshop. Come get creative with a hands on workshop and leave with your very own zine! Ages 12-18. Registration required; please stop by or call the library to register 215-685-9158.
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Poetry is Everywhere & Poetry is for Everyone: Found Poetry Workshop for Teens
Fri, April 25, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month with a generative writing workshop focused on found poetry styles. See how other writers use blackout, erasure, and cut-up techniques to make original poems out of other texts, and then try them for yourself. Open to teens of all skill levels. Expect to leave with…
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Manga & Anime Club
Fri, April 25, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
Join other fans of Manga and anime for snacks, discussions, and creative projects. For 5th - 12th graders. Meets most Fridays, from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m.
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LEAP: Game Day!
Fri, April 25, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Haverford Library
End the week with fun and games! From board games to group challenges, come enjoy some friendly competition and laughter from 3:00–4:00 PM.
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Philadelphia City Nature Challenge Bioblitz
Fri, April 25, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Be a part of the Philadelphia City Nature Challenge! Between April 25 and April 28th, Philadelphia and it's adjacent counties will be competing against other cities in the world to see who can find the most species in their regions. Today, join us for a nature exploration of plants, bugs,…
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LEAP Free-Play Fridays
Fri, April 25, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Join us on Friday afternoons for games like Chess, Catan, or get creative and craft your own game and make your own rules! from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m.
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Video Game Fridays
Fri, April 25, 2025
3:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Join the LEAP’s Mr. Bob and play some video games afterschool
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Gaming Fridays
Fri, April 25, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Widener Library
Description: Children ages 7-14 are welcome to join us for a fun-filled afternoon every Friday at 3:30 pm of gaming where we'll play all kinds of games!
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LEAP Crochet Club
Fri, April 25, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Eastwick Library
Join us and learn basic crochet skills while making your own crochet project. For children ages 6+
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Snakes Alive!
Fri, April 25, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Snake expert Scott Prior will bring some of his large collection of live snakes - all harmless! He will share interesting facts about them and dispel some of the hype and negativity surrounding snakes. If you are brave enough, you can pet them! Space may be limited. For all ages.
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Chess Club
Fri, April 25, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Join us for casual chess play at the library! Boards will be provided. Open to all skill levels.
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Fiber Craft Fridays
Fri, April 25, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Make pom-poms and yarn dolls; learn the basics of crochet; finger knit; mushroom knit; or just get cozy with some yarn on a Friday afternoon. Yarn will be out in the children’s area starting at 3:30pm and Librarian Rachel will provide a short fiber art craft starting at 4pm every week.…