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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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Cooking With Miss Keisha for Adults
Tue, July 22, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Tacony Library
Cooking with Ms. Keisha for Adultss! 2:30 – 4:30 PM Come cook along with the mobile cooking teacher. You’ll prepare a full meal while working in a team, then enjoy the wonderful food you cooked! Pre-registration is required. Enrollment is limited to 15. Please call…
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Crafternoon!
Tue, July 22, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
On Tuesdays this summer, a variety of craft supplies will be set out for kids to explore and create with. In the children's area from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
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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…
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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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Teen Tuesdays
Tue, July 22, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Lawncrest Library
Get your free book, drop in for games, crafts, reading challenges, and more. We’ll offer materials; you bring your ideas, your friends, and your vibe. The library is your space: come bring it to life!
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Science in the Summer: Be a Health Scientist
Tue, July 22, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Science in the Summer Tuesdays, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & Aug. 5th Join us for GSK's Science in the Summer program: Be a Health Scientist! This program is for children entering 2nd through 6th grades. Registration is required as supplies and space are limited;…
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Gardening Club for Adults
Tue, July 22, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Tacony Library
Please join us for the inaugural meeting of our new gardening club! We'll get to know each other and share ideas for activities and projects. All are welcome. Bring a friend! For more information or to sign up, please call 215-685-8755 or stop by the library.
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Rainbow Parent Book Club: I Will Die on This Hill
Tue, July 22, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
Join us on Tuesdays in July from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. We will be reading and discussing Meghan Ashburn and Jules Edwards' book I Will Die On This Hill as well as other issues surrounding raising autistic (and generally neurodiverse) kids. You do not need to attend all five dates. Please come…
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Thembi Palmer Author Visit!
Wed, July 23, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Haverford 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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Snakes Alive!
Wed, July 23, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Roxborough Library
Join snake expert Scott Prior for a fun, interactive presentation of live snakes from around the world. We'll learn general information on types of snakes, their habits, and care and conservation, dispelling negativity and fears. If you dare, you can touch…
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Read, Baby, Read Family Storytime
Wed, July 23, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Family Storytime Wednesdays July 9, 16, 23, 30 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 Penn Foundation.
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Science in the Summer: Be a Health Scientist!
Wed, July 23, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Widener Library
Want to be a Scientist and learn how to help others be healthier? This engaging STEM series will happen every Wednesday at 2 pm in July. This partnership is provided by the Franklin Institute, and invites children to play the role of different types of health scientists each…