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Summer Reading Kickoff Party (with Goats!)
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
It’s that time of year again, Summer Reading is here! Come sign up for Summer of Wonder, grab some water ice & soft pretzels. There will be prizes, free books, sand art and some GOAT friends will be making a special appearance! This is an event for all ages.
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Crafternoons
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Join Librarian Kate in the children's section for a weekly craft! This craft program is intended for kids 5-11. Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM.
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LEAP Into Art
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Haverford Library
Comic making, Unleash your inner graphic novelist! Learn how to create characters, lay out panels, and bring stories to life through comics. All ages welcome—no drawing experience needed!
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Summer of Wonder Kickoff Party
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Children 0-12 are invited to the library to Kick-Off the Summer of Wonder with Mr. Q's Strange Zoo puppet and magic show! While you're here, make sure to sign up for our Summer of Wonder program.
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Summer of Wonder Kickoff Party!!
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Join us for bubbles, activities, giveaways like new books, and snacks! Balloon twisting from Taffy Fun will be available for the first 80 guests. This free family event is sponsored by the Friends of Whitman Library. No large groups please. This event is 4-6pm and will be held outside, or inside…
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Chess Club for Kids!
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us each Monday from 4:00-4:45pm for Chess Club! Kids 12 and under are welcome to play and learn with support from a skilled chess player. All supplies provided. No experience is necessary; all skill levels welcome! This event will be held in the Story Hour Room, within the Central…
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Beyblades Training Club
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Train your body and mind to be the best Beyblades trainer. We will talk about the science behind the Beyblades and train to become the very best we can be. Some Beyblades will be provided, and feel free to bring your own supplies. This program will take place from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.,most…
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Play Doh Time
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Eastwick Library
Join us and use fun clay tools while working with Play Doh. For children ages 6+
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Kensington 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 John. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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Summer of Wonder Kickoff!
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
It's a Summer of Wonder kickoff party from 4:30-6:30pm, and you're invited! Enjoy balloon twisting, magic, and other fun with Taffy the Entertainer! Have your tarot read by Gina Tomaine, author of the Philly Tarot Deck Guide Book! Groove to a bubble dance party! Draw with rainbow…
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Summer Pokémon Tournament
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Calling all Pokémon enthusiasts! Join us for a summer Pokémon Tournament. Compete against your fellow trainers in Scarlet and Violet for the switch or trading card game pack battles, answer trivia questions, and more! This program is designed for childrens in grades…
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Gentle Yoga with Josh
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Join us for a weekly class where we will offer gentle movement, quiet meditation and guided breath work. This class will be adapted to our different abilities and disabilities, especially as we age. For all ages and backgrounds. Led by Josh Mitteldorf, who has been teaching yoga in…
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Kid's Cooking Club
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Experience the art and science of cooking while you make a delicious snack with your very own hands! 6/9 Doughnut Decorating 7/14 Butterfly Blue Lemonade 8/14 Ice Cream!
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StitchCraft
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Folks of all ages who knit, sew, crochet, weave, or stitch are welcome to bring their projects and join us to work on them in the company of other crafty people! Some materials and assistance may be provided based on availability.
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional 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 staff member Chloe.
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Gender and Sexuality Fundamentals
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:15 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
This workshop centers and prioritizes LGBTQIA+ identities, experiences, and their safety. Participants will be introduced to the differences between gender expression, assigned sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation. Discussion topics will include using gender-neutral language and applying…
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Beginner-Friendly Yoga for Adults and Teens
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Join Yoga 4 Philly for a beginner-friendly yoga session that welcomes participants of all abilities! This one-hour class will guide you through foundational poses and mindfulness techniques. Please dress comfortably and bring your own mat; we will have additional mats available if…
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Read To a Therapy Dog
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Readers of all ages can read to Huey, our certified therapy dog! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too! You may wish to call in advance day-of to confirm that…
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Summer Book Club for Kids
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Tacony Library
Book Club: Do you want your child to read more this summer? Would you like them to sharpen their comprehension skills and imagination? Sign them up for the Summer Book Club! Every week they will read with peers and journal about the reading. At the end of the summer they will create a…
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Music 101: Listening
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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Parkway Central Library
Explore your musical creativity at these 3 workshops led by musician and teacher Salina Kuo! Each workshop includes a 60-minute hands-on class and 30 minutes to play with instruments and build on concepts with other participants. The creativity workshops will take place in the…