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Bird Walk - [CANCELLED]
Thu, October 30, 2025
3:15 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
So sorry but Thursday's Birdwalk has been cancelled due to weather. Please contact branch staff to inquire about a rescheduled date. 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…
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Bat Night Walk ** Cancelled due to predicted bad weather**
Thu, October 30, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Andorra Library
Join us for some batty fun to celebrate National Bat Week. This is your chance to take a twilight walk around the Upper Roxborough Reservoir Preserve and learn more about these fascinating nocturnal creatures. The walk will be led by Kris Soffa and JoAnne Woods. Why do bats matter and how…
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Animal Friday: Spiders
Fri, October 31, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Andorra Library
Rawr. Meow. Ribbit. Splash. Moo! Today will be all about spiders. We'll make our own giant spider web. For preschool and school-age participants.
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Dinovember Dinosaur Crafts
Wed, November 5, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join LEAP after school every Wednesday in November and celebrate Dinovember with crafts! Each week we’ll create a different dinosaur themed craft and share dino books from our collection. These crafts are geared towards kids in graded K-5, but younger kids may be able to enjoy…
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Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, November 5, 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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Animal Friday: Horses
Fri, November 7, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Andorra Library
Rawr. Meow. Ribbit. Splash. Moo! This Friday will be all about horses. Help build and test a horse obstacle course with walks, trots and gallops. For preschool and school age participants.
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Snakes in the Library
Fri, November 7, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Would you like to learn more about snakes? Then this is the program for you. Local breeders will teach you all about these amazing creatures and introduce you to some scaly friends. Check them out on Instagram @hog_alchemy.
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Raptor Jawns at Gorgas Park
Sat, November 8, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Roxborough Library
Prepare to be awestruck as Raptor Jawns brings the majestic world of birds of prey to life! Gen an up close and personal introduction to two remarkable feathered guests: a Red Tailed Hawk and an Eastern Screech Owl. Get a close look at these powerful birds and learn about their roles in the…
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Dinovember Dinosaur Crafts
Wed, November 12, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join LEAP after school every Wednesday in November and celebrate Dinovember with crafts! Each week we’ll create a different dinosaur themed craft and share dino books from our collection. These crafts are geared towards kids in graded K-5, but younger kids may be able to enjoy…
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Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, November 12, 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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Animal Tales with the Philadelphia Zoo
Thu, November 13, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Each month, Charles L. Durham Library will be hosting the Philadelphia Zoo! Come listen to a story read by the librarian. Then, meet an animal from the story and discover and learn more about the animal with knowledgeable educators of the Philadelphia Zoo. Come by every month to see which animal…
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Animal Friday - Bird Migration
Fri, November 14, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Andorra Library
Rawr. Meow. Ribbit. Moo! This week, let's follow the lead of migrating birds and look at maps of the world together. We'll explore challenges birds face when they migrate. For preschool and school-age kids.
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Kids’ Bird Bonanza! with Audubon Mid-Atlantic
Mon, November 17, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Join the Audubon Mid-Atlantic from the Discovery Center at the Cecil B. Moore Library for hand-on activities to learn about bird artifacts, bird adaptations, migration, watersheds and pollution, seeds and seed dispersal, garden work, and bird walks
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Snakes Alive!
Mon, November 17, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Logan 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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Snakes Alive!
Tue, November 18, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Richmond Library
Join snake expert Scott Prior and meet his favorite scaly friends as they visit the library, share interesting facts about snake behaviors and habitats, and answer your questions. For children and families.
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Dinovember Dinosaur Crafts
Wed, November 19, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join LEAP after school every Wednesday in November and celebrate Dinovember with crafts! Each week we’ll create a different dinosaur themed craft and share dino books from our collection. These crafts are geared towards kids in graded K-5, but younger kids may be able to enjoy…
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Interactive Show + Tell
Wed, November 19, 2025
3:30 P.M.
David Cohen Ogontz Library
Brian Rudnick, "The Pocket Guide", will conduct a show + tell of interesting pocket-sized, nature-themed items. Participants will get to handle the objects, ask questions, and share their own knowledge. This educational and fun program is ideal for school-age children and their…
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Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, November 19, 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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Animal Friday - Bird Migration
Fri, November 21, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Andorra Library
Rawr. Meow. Ribbit. Moo! This week, we will learn about an animal that has no brain, blood, bones or lungs... which means it will be all about jellyfish! Join us for a craft and touch some jellyfish related sensory items. For preschool and school-age kids.
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T-Rex Tea Party
Sat, November 22, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Celebrate the mighty T-Rex in Dinovember! Join us for a dinosaur themed storytime followed by activities and snacks with herbal tea. Meet and take your picture with the Mighty T-Rex! For children ages 11 and under and their families. Children ages 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult