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Summer Reading Kickoff Party (with Goats!)
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
It’s that time of year again, Summer Reading is here! Come sign up for Summer of Wonder, grab some water ice & soft pretzels. There will be prizes, free books, sand art and some GOAT friends will be making a special appearance! This is an event for all ages.
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Read To a Therapy Dog
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Readers of all ages can read to Huey, our certified therapy dog! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too! You may wish to call in advance day-of to confirm that…
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Summer of Wonder Kick-off!
Tue, June 10, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Join us to celebrate the start of Summer of Wonder! We'll have a kids Zine and Button-making workshop with South Street Art Mart at 4:00 p.m. At 4:30 p.m, Scott Prior and his snake friends will be here to talk about those fascinating animals. Sign up for our Summer Reading program, grab a…
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Summer Reading Kickoff: With the Philly Goat Project!
Tue, June 10, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Join the Philly Goat Project to celebrate the start of our Summer Reading program! We will have a goat parade, read storybooks, and perform a silly play! Friends and people of all ages and stages are welcome. 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Rain date is June 24 at the same time. Please…
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Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, June 11, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Young readers are invited to share stories with Cene, a local certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Children can take turns of up to ten minutes reading aloud in a judgment free space. Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver. Space may be limited; first come,…
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Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, June 11, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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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…
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Bird Walk
Thu, June 12, 2025
3:15 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
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 birds we see. Note: We'll meet at Columbus…
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Under the Sea Storytime
Fri, June 13, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Overbrook Park Library
Dive into ocean tales and fishy fun with Ms. Sa-de as we explore the Oocean blue.
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Snakes Alive!
Fri, June 13, 2025
1:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia 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 dispel any negativity or fears. If you dare, you may be…
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Exploring Nature at Lovett Memorial Library
Fri, June 13, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Come explore nature right here at Lovett Library. This program will help all ages experience the natural world right in our own neighborhood. What can we find that is colorful, fuzzy, sticky, smooth or fragrant? Can we tune out the city traffic to hear a crow, red-bellied…
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Snakes Alive!
Sat, June 14, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
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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Performance & Parade with Philly Goat Project!
Mon, June 16, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Please join us and our friends from Philly Goat Project on Monday, June 16th for a live, interactive performance - starring goats! - outside in Shakespeare Park at 10:30am, followed by a goat parade and storywalk! Participants will also have an opportunity to meet the goats and…
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Summer of Wonder Kick-Off Party with The Philly Goat Project
Tue, June 17, 2025
12:30 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
Kids and teens are invited to the library to kick-off the Summer of Wonder with The Goat Project and Taffy the Entertainer! Enjoy a story walk with the goats and free food and drink. Taffy will offer face-painting and balloon animals for children. While you're here, make sure to sign up for…
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Owl Pellet Dissection: What’s Inside?
Tue, June 17, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Owls have some weird eating habits! Follow along with the Center for Aquatic Sciences as we learn more about owls & figure out what owl pellets are, why owls make them, & finally, what’s inside!? Hint: bones! Note: no live birds will be in attendance
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Snakes Alive!
Tue, June 17, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Join us for an interactive presentation of live snakes (all harmless) from around the world! Snake expert Scott Prior will share information on snake types, habits, and diet, and help dispel any negativity or fears. If you dare, you may be able to touch one! No large groups permitted due to…
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Let’s Go Neighborhoods: DIY Watershed
Wed, June 18, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Let’s Go Neighborhoods is bringing free nature lessons to your community! Visit our activity van to experiment with water, learn about birds, do crafts and more. Join these family friendly sessions and connect to environmental education in a new way Let’s Go Neighborhoods is a…
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Philly Goat Project!
Fri, June 20, 2025
2:00 P.M.
David Cohen Ogontz Library
Join us in welcoming the Philly Goat Project to Ogontz Library! We will meet and interact with these furry friends, including a mini nature walk and Goat Storytime. All ages welcome. **Raindate Friday June 26 2pm-4pm**
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Read To a Therapy Dog
Mon, June 23, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Readers of all ages can read to Huey, our certified therapy dog! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too! You may wish to call in advance day-of to confirm that…
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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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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…