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Science in the Summer: Be an Astrobiologist!
Wed, August 21, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library
Explore Mars with GSK and the Franklin Institute's Science in the Summer program! Over five weeks, we will learn about rockets, engineering, astronauts, and more. Today we will talk about being an Astrobiologist. This program is for children entering 2nd through 6th grade. …
Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, August 21, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
at
Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Wednesdays from 2-4:30 pm in the…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, August 21, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore 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 volunteers Robin and Ted. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, August 21, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Children's Department
at
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…
Crafting Party! for K-12
Wed, August 21, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
School-age kids are invited to make a new craft each week! All supplies provided.
Children’s Storytime
Wed, August 21, 2024
3:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Babies and PreK children are welcome to join us for dancing, reading, singing, and more. Follow us on Instagram @SouthPhillyLibrary for updates!
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, August 21, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central 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 Natalia. The group will meet in HEIM 131/132 on the first floor.…
Children’s Storytime
Thu, August 22, 2024
10:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Babies and PreK children are welcome to join us for dancing, reading, singing, and more. Follow us on Instagram @SouthPhillyLibrary for updates!
Benefits Application Help With BenePhilly
Thu, August 22, 2024
10:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Get free one-on-one help applying for public benefits like Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP, LIHEAP, rent rebate and more. Call or email Jasanil Garcia to make an appointment at 215-964-0801 or Jasanil.Garcia@Phila.gov. Registration recommended.
Basic English Literacy
Thu, August 22, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Southwest CDC, 6328 Paschall Avenue, 19142
Do you know an adult who wants to learn English and does not know how to read or write? The Free Library of Philadelphia is offering a FREE basic English literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills in English. For more information, call 215-686-8664 or email…
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Thu, August 22, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for books, songs & dancing! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers
Story Adventures with Thembi Palmer
Thu, August 22, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Children will move through a story with actions, exercise, dance and yoga. Dramatic and pretend play will keep little ones engaged, while giving them a workout for their body and mind. Our journeys can take us into outer space, camping in the wilderness, or deep into the jungle,…
Chinese Storytime - 中文故事時間
Thu, August 22, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
中文故事時間 Stick around for Chinese storytime! All are welcome to come read, sing and learn at our storytime entirely in Chinese. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Citizenship Class Session
Thu, August 22, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
We are excited to offer Free Citizenship Classes in West Philadelphia starting in July! District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund will host an In-Person Citizenship Class at the Walnut Street West Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia on Tuesdays and…
Crafternoon for Kids
Thu, August 22, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Join us for a new self-directed craft every week in July and August! Drop-in on Thursday afternoons 2:00-4:30 p.m. August 22: Origami August 29: Assortment of crafts from previous weeks! No camp groups or large groups (8+ people) allowed due to limited space and supplies. Craft schedule is…
Movie and Coloring
Thu, August 22, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library
Enjoy two fun things! Watch a kids movie and do some movie-themed coloring at the same time. For preschoolers and kids up to age 12. Meets most Thursdays, through August 22.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, August 22, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Whitman 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 Doris. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, August 22, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Independence 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 Stan. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Bird Walk
Thu, August 22, 2024
3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Location: Columbus Square Park (13th & Wharton) Thursdays are for the birds! Join South Philly Library for a walk to Columbus Square Park & catch a glimpse of some neighborhood birds. We will have some binoculars and bird guides available for use during the program to help identify the…
Kids' Summer Book Club
Thu, August 22, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
Discuss our book of the month and eat snacks! Today we will be talking about A Single Shard , by Linda Sue Park. Stop by Natalie's desk in the children's area or mail hartogn@freelibrary.org to register. We will have books available to check out. Best for children…