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Adult Summer Scares Book Club
Tue, June 24, 2025
5:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Horror stories aren’t just for Halloween! Join us to discuss the book “Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke and Other Misfortunes” by Erick LaRocca and hear Mütter Museum staff give their “Bone Detectives” lecture. Attend without doing the reading, if…
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Creative Writing Group for Adults
Tue, June 24, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Are you struggling with writer's block? Do you need an accountability partner? Do you want to meet other creatives and get feedback on your work? Join us for a half-hour of writing, and then read for the group and receive constructive criticism. Snacks provided!
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Chess Club
Tue, June 24, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
The Lovett Chess Club has been in existence for nearly a decade! Intermediate players of all ages are welcome. This is a cross-generational group that plays based on ability, not age. Come play with us! We'll be meeting in the Quiet Room. Most Tuesdays, from 5:00 -…
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Pajama Storytime!
Tue, June 24, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Wear your coziest pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal to this evening storytime. We'll read books and sing songs and rhymes in the Story Hour Room. This event is recommended for children 3 to 8 years old.
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Falls Writing Group
Tue, June 24, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Connect with other writers for motivation, accountability, and inspiration via free writing, prompts and writing games, group sharing, feedback sessions and more. This will be a positive and non-judgmental community open to writers of all genres and skill levels. Meets most…
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Rainbow Parenting Book Club
Tue, June 24, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
Join us on Tuesdays in June from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. We will be reading and discussing Lindz Amer's book Rainbow Parenting as well as other issues surrounding raising queer kids and their allies. You do not need to attend all four dates. Please come as you can. We will have a…
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Summer of Wonder Book Talk!
Tue, June 24, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
We will be discussing our top favorite reads for the summer! Bring your book picks with you, and be ready to share your best recommendations for summer reads with new friends. Best for school-age children, in grades 1 through 5. Refreshments will be served at the end of the program. 5:30 -…
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Crochet With Krista
Tue, June 24, 2025
5:45 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
Join us for crochet! All levels welcome. No supplies needed. Sponsored by the Friends of Fox Chase Library!
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English Conversation Group
Tue, June 24, 2025
5:45 P.M.
Fishtown Community 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 Gleb. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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Meditation Club for Adults (Virtual)
Tue, June 24, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Virtual
Let's meditate together! We will explore various modalities of meditation in this ongoing program. Meditation has many benefits. It can reduce stress, help control anxiety, improve sleep and emotional health, and may reduce blood pressure and help control pain. Our…
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Eagles Eye Mobile at the Library
Wed, June 25, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library
This summer, the Eagles Eye Mobile, powered by Vision to Learn, is providing no-cost eye exams and glasses for children in grades K-12 who have previously failed a vision screening or are having vision problems. Visit the link below to schedule an exam appointment for your child (available…
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Chair Yoga with Yoga4Philly
Wed, June 25, 2025
10:10 A.M.
Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library will be offering a Chair Yoga series on Wednesdays at 10:10. Chair Yoga will be presented by Yoga4Philly. No registration required. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Bustleton Library.
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Stories and Songs for Babies and Toddlers
Wed, June 25, 2025
10:15 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Join Ms. Grace for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces perfect for infants and toddlers along with their caregivers! Free play with baby-friendly toys will wrap up the program. Siblings welcome. Read, Baby, Read is a series of programs focused on language and literacy development for…
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Toddler and Preschooler Storytime
Wed, June 25, 2025
10:15 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
We’re going to read books, sing songs and move our bodies at the library with Ms. Lindsay. This storytime is intended for children 18 months to 5 years old. Siblings welcome. Groups can call to arrange a separate visit at 215-686-1766.
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Coloring Cool Down
Wed, June 25, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Kingsessing Library
Cool off in the library or on the front steps. Sometimes we’ll have markers and new coloring pages. Sometimes we’ll have sidewalk chalk and water painting. Afterwards, continue the chill out with a fresh library book.
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Yoga for Curious Kids
Wed, June 25, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
In this class, children and their favorite adult will experience 30 minutes of fun and inspirational interaction, encouraging the child's natural thirst for knowledge. This class is personalized around children's curiosities as they learn yoga through social interaction,…
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Read Baby Read Storytime-Outside!
Wed, June 25, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Meet us at the Goat Statue In Rittenhouse Square! Join Library Staff for bounces, songs, and stories specifically geared towards building early literacy in babies, now outside when weather permits!Afterwards, enjoy a special interactive baby playtime!
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Baby Storytime and Playgroup
Wed, June 25, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Oak Lane Library
Join Mr. Alec for stories, songs, rhymes, and bouncies! Bubbles will end every storytime, but be sure to stay for our playgroup! For babies and toddlers along with their siblings and caregivers.
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Read Baby Read Yoga
Wed, June 25, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Fox Chase Library
We have a very special guest for two of our Read, Baby, Read dates! We are happy to welcome Miss Mia, of Black Girls with Green Thumbs, for a special yoga session. This is designed for young children and their adults to learn calming strategies when processing big feelings. While Read, Baby,…
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Baby Lap Sit Storytime
Wed, June 25, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! For ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.