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Scrabble Club
Mon, June 16, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Widener Library
Come join us for the afternoons at 12pm for Scrabble from June 16th – August 11th. In this hour-long club, students of all ages will not only learn to play Scrabble, but they ’ll also build confidence, learn teamwork & good sportsmanship, and expand on…
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Lunch at the Library - Starting June 16th
Mon, June 16, 2025
12:30 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Drop by any day for a free, nutritious lunch! Available to all kids 18 and under. No registration is necessary -- just come have a bite to eat with us and refuel for your afternoon! Every weekday, 12:30-1:30 pm, June 16th - August 8th
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Summer of Wonder Kickoff
Mon, June 16, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Kensington Library
Celebrate the end of the school year and beginning of summer with face painting, balloon animals, crafts, and food! This program runs from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Sign up for summer reading and receive a free book!
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Sew Cute!
Mon, June 16, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
Mondays at 3:30 pm: Sew Cute! Join us every Monday for Sew Cute! Sewing for Kids and Tweens. Miss Melissa will work with kids and tweens on basic sewing skills using a sewing machine. Participants do not need to show up every week. Projects will be provided.
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Chess Club for Kids!
Mon, June 16, 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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Summer Book Club for Kids
Mon, June 16, 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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Family Storytime at Parkway Pals!
Tue, June 17, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for a Family Storytime and to-go craft, while supplies last! This in-person, outdoor storytime will take place at Sister Cities Park and is in collaboration with Center City District. In the case of unfavorable weather, the program will be cancelled with no make up date…
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Preschool Storytime and Open Play
Tue, June 17, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Join Ms. Kate for books, songs, and dancing on Tuesdays at 10:30-11:30am ! Then stick around for free play with toys! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers. (Please call ahead to arrange a pre-school or day care visit).
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Preschool Storytime
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Kensington Library
Join us inside the library for stories, rhymes, songs, and movement with your children's librarian! Best suited for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
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Toddler Storytime- Outside!
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:15 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Meet us at the Goat Statue in Rittenhouse Square! Join Library Staff on Tuesdays for toddler storytime, now outside when weather permits! We will enjoy songs, stories, rhymes, and follow up with a special toddler playtime!
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Baby & Toddler Storytime & Free Play
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for books, songs, and dancing! Then stick around for free play with toys! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers.
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Baby and Toddler Playtime!
Tue, June 17, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Play, talk, sing and explore books and toys while listening to music and gaining social, emotional, fine and gross motor skills. This program is intended for babies and toddlers along with parents, grandparents or caregivers. We will be meeting in the Storyhour Room.
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Summer of Wonder Kick-Off Party with The Philly Goat Project
Tue, June 17, 2025
12:30 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
Kids and teens are invited to the library to kick-off the Summer of Wonder with The Goat Project and Taffy the Entertainer! Enjoy a story walk with the goats and free food and drink. Taffy will offer face-painting and balloon animals for children. While you're here, make sure to sign up for…
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Annual Juneteenth Celebration & Summer Reading Kickoff
Tue, June 17, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Join us to celebrate & commemorate the continued struggle for black liberation. Juneteenth flag-making, music, pretzels and water ice, our summer reading kickoff, giveaway prizes & more! We’ll explore the meaning of Juneteenth, its local significance, and the symbolism behind the…
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Interactive Book Reading & Books and Blankets
Tue, June 17, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library
Join us for two magical reading experiences! Kids will move and groove, use their voices, build confidence and discover how they can be heroes during an interactive reading of The Whimsical Patrol Car . This reading will be followed by Books and Blankets which includes light snacks and stories.…
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Snakes Alive!
Tue, June 17, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Join us for an interactive presentation of live snakes (all harmless) from around the world! Snake expert Scott Prior will share information on snake types, habits, and diet, and help dispel any negativity or fears. If you dare, you may be able to touch one! No large groups permitted due to…
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Hands on Cooking Class
Tue, June 17, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Kensington Library
Join Snap-Ed PA and help prepare a tasty meal. Learn about the food that you are making, basic cooking skills and general information about how to eat a healthy diet. Best suited for school age children and their families.
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LEAP into Fun!
Tue, June 17, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join the LEAP team for craft and construction projects in our Story Hour Room. All ages (12 and under) are welcome! The Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program (LEAP) offers K-12 out-of-school programming that fosters an inclusive, informal learning environment for children,…
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Chess Club
Tue, June 17, 2025
4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Learn to play chess or improve your game! All ages and all levels welcome.
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All Ages Chess Club
Tue, June 17, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Neighbors of all ages are invited to play chess with us! All supplies provided. No experience is necessary, all skill levels welcome! Chess Club will be held inside the library in the meeting room.