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Letter Writing Social
Mon, June 23, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Drop in to the library's meeting room and put pen to paper! Spend some time writing letters, catching up on your correspondence, and crafting meaningful notes to friends, family members, or community officials. Some materials and snacks will be provided, but feel free to bring your favorite…
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Summer Book Club for Kids
Mon, June 23, 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 24, 2025
10:30 A.M.
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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 24, 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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Center for Aquatic Sciences: Squid Dissection
Tue, June 24, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Take a deep dive into the world of aquatic invertebrates as we explore the characteristics of these strange animals and examine one up close. For every 2 students the dissection will include 1 squid and a set of tools. Limited space, first come, first served (32 students).
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Teen Tuesdays!
Tue, June 24, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Join us for a Summer of creativity! Learn Crochet, create your own T-shirt using a heat press machine, sign up for raffle prizes, watch Anime Series and other activities in the Everything Teen Center located on the 2nd Flr.
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Freedom Fest
Tue, June 24, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Tacony Library
Celebrate Juneteenth, the 4th of July, AND the end of the school year with us! We’ll have games, crafts, and more! From 3-6.
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Crafternoon!
Tue, June 24, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
On Tuesdays this summer, a variety of craft supplies will be set out for kids to explore and create with. In the children's area from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
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Teen Tuesdays
Tue, June 24, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Lawncrest Library
Drop in for games, crafts, reading challenges, and more. We’ll offer materials; you bring your ideas, your friends, and your vibe. The library is your space: come bring it to life!
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Teen Anime Club
Tue, June 24, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Watch your favorite Anime Series @ your library! Contact us on Instagram @northeastlibraryteens/# to make suggestions.
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Dungeons & Dragons
Tue, June 24, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is a tabletop role-playing game which relies on imagination and teamwork. Players gather together at a table, using dice, miniature figurines, maps, game rules and their imaginations to tell an exciting story together. For ages 11 - 17, weekly on Tuesdays at 4 pm…
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Zine & Button-Making Workshop with South Street Art Mart
Tue, June 24, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Join South Street Art Mart as they teach participants how to make their own DIY zines and buttons! We provide the supplies but feel free to bring some magazines from home. This program is intended for teens and tweens ages 10 and up. Participants under the age of 10 should have an adult…
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Snakes Alive!
Tue, June 24, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Join snake expert Scott Prior for a fun, interactive presentation of live snakes (all harmless) from around the world. We'll learn general information on types of snakes, their habits, care and conservation, and he will help dispell any negativity or fears. If you dare, you may…
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Kids can Cook with Ms. Kate
Tue, June 24, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
"Kids Can Cook Ms.Kate" and learn about cooking and baking techniques with your children's librarian, Ms. Kate. "Kids can Cook with Ms. Kate" happens on the 1st and 3rd of the month at 4-5:30 pm . Participants will work in teams and then eat the…
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Book Tasting for Teens
Tue, June 24, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Need some inspiration for summer reading? Come try a variety of book selections and snacks at our Book Tasting! Stop by our Teen Space to sample different themes and genres in novels, graphic novels and manga, and nonfiction. For Teens, from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
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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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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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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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Game Day Wednesdays
Wed, June 25, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Lawncrest Library
12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Join us for Scrabble, chess, checkers, Clue, Monopoly, card games, and more. Bring your own board or card games or use ours.