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Meeting the Mushrooms: An Intro to the Fascinating World of Fungi
Wed, June 11, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Join us as Christian Kustra of the Philadelphia Mycology Club introduces us to the magic of mushrooms and other fungi! The presentation will cover the basics of mycology (the study of fungi), how mushrooms grow, how to identify mushrooms in the wild, what purpose they serve in nature, what uses…
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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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Kid's Gardening Club
Thu, June 12, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join us outside to explore the joys of gardening! We will plant seeds and make crafts that you can use to enhance your very own home garden! 6/12 Seed Bombs 6/26 Sundials 7/10 Grass seed Pets 7/24 Craft Garden
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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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Walking Club
Sat, June 14, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Looking to get active? Enjoy the local scenery? Relieve stress? Walk with us at Cobbs Creek Library! Every other Saturday beginning on June 14th. We will meet at the front of the library at 10am and return by 11:00am. Everyone is welcome!
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Houseplant Care & Repotting for kids, teens, adults & seniors
Sat, June 14, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Andorra Library
Patrons of all experience levels (aged 5 through 105 years) are welcome to join us in learning how to care for house plants and how to repot them when they outgrow their space. Please wear clothing that can get dirty.
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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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Birds of Rittenhouse: Lecture & Walk
Fri, June 20, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Learn more about the birds you see around you in Rittenhouse Square and other center city locations and about the concept of migrant traps, areas where birds get concentrated in migration, often in densely populated urban spaces. A short lecture will be followed by a guided walk…
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Semblance and Resemblance: Tiberino and Her Inspirations | Exhibition Opening
Fri, June 20, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
This exhibit showcases the works of celebrated Philadelphia artist Ellen Tiberino and her late mother, the groundbreaking Ellen Powell Tiberino (1945–1992). Through mosaic, pencil, paper, and pigment, the two Ellens captured the spirit and likenesses of their world—creating works…
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Semblance and Resemblance: Tiberino and Her Inspirations | Exhibition Opening
Fri, June 20, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
This exhibit showcases the works of celebrated Philadelphia artist Ellen Tiberino and her late mother, the groundbreaking Ellen Powell Tiberino (1945–1992). Through mosaic, pencil, paper, and pigment, the two Ellens captured the spirit and likenesses of their world—creating works…
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Urban Foraging: Food and Medicine Under Foot and Free (at Lemon Hill!)
Sat, June 21, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park, Sedgley Drive & North Lemon Hill Drive
Program will be held at Lemon Hill section of Fairmount Park. Meet at the bottom of Sedgley Dr & N Lemon Hill Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19130. Join Lady Danni for an exclusive foraging tour uncovering the edible and medicinal properties of commonly overlooked plants; she…
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LEAP Into Science
Wed, June 25, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Haverford Library
Mini Greenhouses in a bag, Grow something great! Plant seeds inside a plastic bag with damp paper towels, then tape them to a sunny window and watch them sprout. Great for learning about plants and starting your own mini garden.
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Bird Walk
Thu, June 26, 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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Kid's Gardening Club
Thu, June 26, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join us outside to explore the joys of gardening! We will plant seeds and make crafts that you can use to enhance your very own home garden! 6/26 Sundials 7/10 Grass seed Pets 7/24 Craft Garden
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Fun Fridays
Fri, June 27, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Widener Library
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of play! Each week we’ll do a different activity whether it be games, movies, obstacle courses, or an outdoor activity. Ages 7-14 - This program will take place every Friday until August 15th. See you there!
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Walking Club
Sat, June 28, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Looking to get active? Enjoy the local scenery? Relieve stress? Walk with us at Cobbs Creek Library! Every other Saturday beginning on June 14th. We will meet at the front of the library at 10am and return by 11:00am. Everyone is welcome!
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Intro To Houseplants
Tue, July 1, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Learn all about caring for house plants and repotting, even if you don't have a green thumb! Through this experience, we'll explore and share a variety of home gardening topics, including plant care, proper lighting and watering, different soil types, repotting, and much more! Class will…
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Let’s Go Neighborhoods: What’s a Caddisfly?
Wed, July 2, 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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Wednesdays of Wonder: Snake Party with Scott Prior!
Wed, July 9, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Attend our first of four Wednesdays of Wonder programs: Join snake expert Scott Prior to meet his favorite scaly friends as they visit the library. He'll share interesting facts about snake behaviors and habitats, and answer your questions. If you are brave enough, you can pet one! For all…