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Grab & Go Craft Bags

Mon, July 28, 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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Middle Grade Book Club

Mon, July 28, 2025 12:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Join us for a middle grade book club most Mondays this summer! We'll read the books together, then talk about what we've read. To celebrate finishing each book, there will be a craft or activity related to the book to highlight major elements in the story. Books on our roster…

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Drop In Crafts

Mon, July 28, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Fox Chase Library

Drop in for a summer-themed craft! All supplies provided. From 2-3 p.m.

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Crafternoons

Mon, July 28, 2025 4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

Join Librarian Kate in the children's section for a weekly craft! This craft program is intended for kids 5-11. Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM.

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Join us every Monday at the library for an interactive storytime that includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family! Program is intended for children aged 2 to 5 years old and their families!

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Family Storytime at Parkway Pals!

Tue, July 29, 2025 10:30 A.M.
Children's Department at 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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Crafty Tuesdays

Tue, July 29, 2025 11:15 A.M.
Dwight Evans Library of West Oak Lane

Get creative and dive into stories with us. This hands-on summer reading program combines books and art! Each week, kids will enjoy a read-aloud session followed by a themed craft inspired by the story. This program is open to kids of all ages. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a guardian.…

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Symbolic Still Life: Miniature Painting Workshop

Tue, July 29, 2025 12:00 P.M.
Art Department at Parkway Central Library

How can objects symbolize larger ideas of identity, revolution, social inequity or environmentalism? While looking at a brief history of the genre, participants will be able to arrange and paint unique miniature compositions that highlight broader themes they find important. Objects provided but…

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What Makes Philly, Philly?

Tue, July 29, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

What Makes Philly Philly ? July 29th, 2025 at 3 p.m. Whether it's the food, the history, the neighborhoods, or the people—what do you love most about Philly? Come write or draw what makes Philadelphia unique through your eyes. Show us your favorite spots, memories, or what makes…

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Teen Lounge Tuesdays

Tue, July 29, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Join Blackwell Regional Library for the all-new Teen Tuesdays, now transformed into a Teen Lounge. Teens can drop in for video games, board games, monthly crafts, and more every Tuesday. It’s your space—come make it yours!

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Sew What?! Donatucci Evening Sewcial

Tue, July 29, 2025 4:00 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. 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, Tuesdays from 4-6pm. Bring in…

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Yarntastic Crochet and Knit Club

Tue, July 29, 2025 5:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library

BYOY (Bring your own yarn) and projects to work on together. This is not an organized class and all ages and skills are welcome. Meets from 5:00 to about 7:00 p.m.

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Adult Fiber Arts Club at Whitman Library

Tue, July 29, 2025 5:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Are you a fan of crocheting, knitting, weaving, or any other fiber art? Feel free to bring a project or start a new one to our drop-in fiber arts club and meet other fiber artists! All skill levels are welcome. Limited materials will be provided.

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Coloring Cool Down

Wed, July 30, 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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Claymobile

Wed, July 30, 2025 12:00 P.M.
Kensington Library

Every week enjoy a read-aloud story followed by a clay craft based on the theme of the story. Best suited for ages 4-7.

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Teen+ Summer Crafts!

Wed, July 30, 2025 1:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Children of all ages, their caregivers, and teens are invited for a weekly make-and-take craft. Activities will include jewelry-making, DIY fancy pens, clay, print-making, and paper crafts.

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Wonder Wednesdays (STEAM)

Wed, July 30, 2025 1:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Explore the wonderful world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math this July! Join us every Wednesday in July for some fun with STEAM. There will be Robots, magnets, slime and so much more!

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Wonder Wednesdays

Wed, July 30, 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.

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Summer Crafternoons!

Wed, July 30, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library

Summer Crafternoons! Join us on select afternoons this summer to do arts and crafts! For school aged children. Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. Groups cannot be accommodated at this time; please call to schedule.