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!  

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.

Preschool Storytime

Wed, June 25, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Join us for stories, songs, and movement. This program is intended for our friends ages 6 and under, along with their adult caregivers.  Stay after for free play! For large groups or classes, please call the library to schedule a library visit.

Preschool Storytime & Playgroup

Wed, June 25, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Join us for Preschool storytime every Monday! Enjoy stories, rhythms, and songs. Stay after storytime for playgroup. This program is intended for ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. 

English Conversation Group

Wed, June 25, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is led by Free Library employee Catherine.  Please note this class takes place on the 2nd floor of the library and there is no elevator access.

Baby Storytime

Wed, June 25, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library

Bring your little one for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces. This program is intended for children birth to 14 months and their caregivers. Groups can call to arrange a separate visit at 215-686-1766.  

Philly's Professional Development Day

Wed, June 25, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library

Small businesses and career professionals are invited back to Philly’s Professional Development Day with the Free Library's Business Resource and Innovation Center. Join us on June 25, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. for the event hosted…

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, June 25, 2025 11:00 A.M.
McPherson Square Library

Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for one-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with résumé development, career counseling, and professional development workshops. Call 1-833-750-5627 to learn more! PA CareerLink®…

Game Day Wednesdays

Wed, June 25, 2025 12:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Join us in the Adult/Teen department for Scrabble, chess, trivia, checkers, card games, and more!  We'll have games, or you can bring your favorites.  For more information, please contact Ms. Claire Hand, Adult/Teen Librarian, at handc@freelibrary.org. Most Wednesdays from 12:00 -…

Wonder Wednesdays

Wed, June 25, 2025 1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Come spend your Wednesday afternoon at the library! Children of all ages can join us every Wednesday from 1-3 p.m. for reading, games, crafts, and fun! This program is intended for children of all ages and their families.

Black American Sign Language: An Introduction

Wed, June 25, 2025 1:00 P.M.
David Cohen Ogontz Library

Through storytelling, poetry, and discussions, we will learn the basics of BASL while exploring its historical and cultural context. This program is presented by Tempest Cooper and is designed to foster deeper communication skills and cultural understanding in an interactive setting. 

Chair Yoga for Adults in the Garden

Wed, June 25, 2025 1:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

Join Instructor Janet for a mid-week stretch and recentering in our garden! Participants will practice gentle yoga while seated or using a chair for support. Open to all ages and abilities. Rain location: library meeting room.

English for Beginners

Wed, June 25, 2025 1:00 P.M.
Independence Library

Build your confidence in listening to and speaking English in a welcoming atmosphere with other adult learners. No registration required, all are welcome. Space is limited so please arrive on time to get a spot. Questions? Speak to a librarian, email AdultLearning@freelibrary.org, or call…

GED Writing, Reading & Social Studies Prep Presented by Community College of Philadelphia

Wed, June 25, 2025 1:10 P.M.
Tacony Library

FREE GED Writing, Reading and Social Studies Prep at Tacony Library Presented by Community College of Philadelphia   June 2 to August 18, 2025 Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 1:10 – 3:40 PM NO Class on June 18, June 19, and July 3   Are you planning to take the GED or HiSET…

Beginners Crochet Class

Wed, June 25, 2025 1:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Nicetown Library neighbor and crochet enthusiast Jo-Ann will teach us some basic crochet techniques and help support any ongoing crochet projects.  All materials will be provided.  We'll meet most Wednesdays. .

TALKING TECH W/WAYNE

Wed, June 25, 2025 1:30 P.M.
Senior Services at Parkway Central Library

Movie Matinee

Wed, June 25, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Join us for a screening of a newly released film in our downstairs meeting room. Please contact the library for movie titles (215-685-6621).    

Drag Queen Visit!

Wed, June 25, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Meet Brittany Lynn, Drag Queen Extraordinaire, at our Summer of Wonder Carnival! Children and families are invited to this family Pride event and kickoff to Summer Reading.  Brittany Lynn will be looking fabulous and will be sharing some stories and songs. This event will be taking…

LEAP Movie Day

Wed, June 25, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Eastwick Library

Join us for the children’s movie Cool Runnings. For children, teens, adults ages 6+

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, June 25, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Haverford Library

Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for one-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with résumé development, career counseling, and professional development workshops. Call 1-833-750-5627 to learn more! PA CareerLink®…