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Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, June 11, 2025
4:00 P.M.
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Parkway Central Library
Independent readers and children who are learning to read are invited to practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Yes, you can pet them, too! Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program & each child will be assigned…
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Tinker Thinker Thursday
Thu, June 12, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Overbrook Park Library
Every Thursday in June! Mini Engineers can build with LEGOs, blocks, straws, and recyclables to solve silly challenges made by Ms. Sa-de
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Teen Claymobile Workshop
Thu, June 12, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
The Clay Studio's Claymobile is coming to Field Teen Center for a Pride Month-themed clay project! Make something unique to keep and take home! This program has limited seats, first come first served. Programs at the Field Teen Center are open to individuals ages 12 to…
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Fierce, Fabulous Face Painting
Thu, June 12, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Dwight Evans Library of West Oak Lane
Join us for a dazzling afternoon of creativity and fun at our Sparkle Extravaganza. Get ready to transform into your favorite character with at our face painting station - a talented artist will bring your imagination to life. Add some extra sparkle with a glitter tattoo. You can choose…
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Summer of Wonder Kick-off!
Thu, June 12, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Celebrate the end of the school year and the start of Summer of Wonder, with face painting, games, crafting, snacks and more! This program is for all ages and will take place in the Meeting Room and the Midvale Garden.
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LEGO Club
Thu, June 12, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Create with LEGO and other building toys 3pm-4:45pm in the meeting room.
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Summer of Wonder Kickoff Party
Thu, June 12, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
We're kicking off the summer in style! Everyone is welcome at this party to celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning of the Library's Summer of Wonder. There will be food, games, crafts, and prizes for those in attendance.
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Storytime with Mr. Paul
Fri, June 13, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Holmesburg Library
Join Mr. Paul for some seasonal stories! Storybook film version of each book will be shown after each reading. Snacks and water provided during each program. "Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus" by Mo Willems This program is for Preschool age children.
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Toddler Storytime with Miss Chelsea
Fri, June 13, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library
Join Miss Chelsea for storytime! We’ll read, sing, and play! This program is geared towards toddlers, but can be adapted for younger and older children. Every Friday at 11:00 AM - See you there!
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Girls Who Code Club
Fri, June 13, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Come be a part of our Girls Who Code Club at the library this summer. Join a sisterhood of supportive peers and role models using computer science to change the world. We will be using the 3rd - 5th grade curriculum supplied by Girls Who Code . This club will offer fun activities through a…
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Summer of Wonder Kick Off Party!
Fri, June 13, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library
Join us for a fun party as we kick off our Summer of Wonder! In addition to fabulous face painting by Taffy Fun from 1 - 3 p.m., we will have snacks and other activities. Face painting is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Program is geared towards children.
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Snakes Alive!
Fri, June 13, 2025
1:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Join snake expert Scott Prior for a fun, interactive presentation of live snakes (all harmless) from around the world. We'll learn general information on types of snakes, their habits, care and conservation, and he will help dispel any negativity or fears. If you dare, you may be…
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Science in the Summer: Be a Health Scientist
Fri, June 13, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
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 pursuing STEM careers…
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Friday Free For Fun!
Fri, June 13, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Overbrook Park Library
Come and along on this Fun Filled Free for All. Children are invited to join us for toys, games, and anything their imagination can think up.
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Yu-Gi-Oh! Card Club
Fri, June 13, 2025
3:15 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Come and play the trading card game Yu-Gi-Oh! Both new and seasoned players are welcomed. Staff will be present to teach the basics of the game. We'll have snacks and cards for you to use! Ages(9-18) - Fridays from 3:15 to 4:45pm until August 29th - See you there!
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Drag Queen Storytime
Sat, June 14, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Andorra Library
Children and families are invited to our family Pride event and kickoff to Summer Reading! Join Brittany Lynn for a Drag Queen Storytime. Hear stories about love, diversity, and acceptance.
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Snakes Alive!
Sat, June 14, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join snake expert Scott Prior for a fun, interactive presentation of live snakes (all harmless) from around the world. We'll learn general information on types of snakes, their habits, care and conservation, and he will help dispell any negativity or fears. If you dare, you may…
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Performance & Parade with Philly Goat Project!
Mon, June 16, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Please join us and our friends from Philly Goat Project on Monday, June 16th for a live, interactive performance - starring goats! - outside in Shakespeare Park at 10:30am, followed by a goat parade and storywalk! Participants will also have an opportunity to meet the goats and…
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Grab & Go Craft Bags
Mon, June 16, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Katharine Drexel Library
Grab & Go Craft Bags Visit the library on select Mondays this summer to pick up a Grab & Go Craft bag for children in K-5th grade! Instructions are included in the bag. Supplies are limited and are first-come, first-served.
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Summer of Wonder Kickoff Block Party
Mon, June 16, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Haverford Library
Join us in celebration of community and summer reading at the Haverford Library's Kickoff Summer of Wonder Block Party on Monday, Monday June 16th from 11:00am-6:00pm. Enjoy a host of community partners such as DBHIDS, The Treehouse Book Mobile, Penn Nurses, the Food Trust, Unpopularly…