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Family Storytime
Thu, October 30, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Paschalville Library
Join us for a storytime with fun activities for the whole family. Filled with stories, rhymes, songs, and activities meant to encourage literacy skills and child development. For children aged 6 and under. All ages are welcome!
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GED Science and Math Prep Presented by Community College of Philadelphia
Thu, October 30, 2025
1:10 P.M.
Tacony Library
FREE GED Math & Science Prep At the Tacony Library Presented by Community College of Philadelphia Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 1:10-3:40 p.m. NO CLASS on Oct. 13, Nov. 4, 26 & 27 This CCP course will help you prepare for the Math and Science portions of the GED or…
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Clark Park Storytime
Fri, October 31, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Bring a blanket & snack and meet us at 43rd St. & Chester Ave. near the Clark Park playground for stories, songs, fun & bubbles! In case of rain, storytime will be held at the Walnut Street West library at 201 South 40th Street; please check our socials for day-of updates. All ages…
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Storytime
Fri, October 31, 2025
10:15 A.M.
Whitman Library
Join Whitman Librarian Ms. Rachel for storytime in the library meeting room! Sharing songs, stories, and rhymes will help develop a love of reading from an early age. This storytime is geared towards toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers, but babies and older siblings are welcome. After…
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Preschool Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, October 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday! Enjoy stories, rhythms, and songs. Stay after Storytime for playgroup. This program is intended for ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.
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Family Storytime
Fri, October 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Widener Library
Join Ms. Adrianna for stories, songs, and rhymes every Friday at 11am! This Storytime is best for children 3-5, but all family members are welcome. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
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Twilight Tales Family Story Time
Fri, October 31, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Haddington Library
Join Librarian Meg in the evening at the library for an interactive Storytime that includes favorite read-aloud books and songs. Feel free to come cozy in pajamas! The program is intended for children aged 2-7 and their families, siblings welcome!
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Whispers of Time: Exploring Select Iranian Architectural Gems
Now through Fri, October 31, 2025
5:00 P.M.
First Floor Gallery West
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Parkway Central Library
About the Exhibition: Now on view through October 31, 2025! Step into the rich tapestry of Persian architectural heritage with this captivating exhibition, curated by a recently graduated student, Farzaneh Tahmasbi, specializing in architectural design. Through a carefully selected collection of…
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Music and Movement Storytime
Sat, November 1, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and movement that celebrates all things music! For ages 7 and under and their caregivers.
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Artsy Craftsy Storytime
Sat, November 1, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Kingsessing Library
Join Librarian Rachel for stories, songs and scarves in our community room. After storytime, stay for a craft. The last storytime of every month will be a STEM craft!
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Books Through Bars Teach-In
Sat, November 1, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
As part of this year's Prison Banned Books Week (October 19-25), Books Through Bars is hosting a series of teach-ins. You'll learn about the books to prisoners movement and the challenges we face, and you'll have an opportunity to experience one part of our volunteer process! Join us…
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Read to a Therapy Dog!
Sat, November 1, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Independence Library
Have you ever read to a dog? Now is your chance! Young readers and children who are learning to read can practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog named Beau from Comfort Caring Canines. Beau the dog will be accompanied by his handler. Space is limited—first come, first…
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Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!
Mon, November 3, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay for playtime immediately following storytime! Intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Cooler weather? We'll have storytime in the auditorium on the ground floor! Warmer weather? We'll be…
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Family Storytime and Playgroup
Mon, November 3, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Join us for an all ages storytime and playgroup every Monday. There will be songs, stories, and a ton of fun! Storytime will be followed with fun playgroup!
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Read, Baby, Read Storytime!
Mon, November 3, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Join Miss Liz for Read, Baby, Read storytime on Monday mornings at 11:30am. Stay after storytime for playtime! Intended for babies and toddlers ages 0-2, but all are welcome. In the colder months this event will be held indoors on the library's 3rd floor, accessible…
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Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, November 3, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-868-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Adult Basic Literacy classes at Kingsessing…
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Mr. Bey’s Builders Club
Mon, November 3, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Want to build something amazing? Want to learn how to create with cardboard? Come learn with LEAP how to build a house with running water and lights using cardboard? Come find out on Thursdays at 3:30 pm! This program is geared towards school aged children and teens!
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Basic English Literacy
Tue, November 4, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Paschalville Library
Basic English Literacy (for English Language Learners) Paschalville Library (6942 Woodland Ave, 19142) Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 am - 12 pm Do you know an adult who wants to learn English and does not know how to read or write? The Free Library of Philadelphia is offering a FREE basic…
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Community Storytime Adventures
Tue, November 4, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Come dance, wiggle, read aloud, and have tons for fun! for kids under 7 and their caregivers. Call/e-mail Ms. Kate at 215-685-2766 or GoodmanK@freelibrary.org to register larger groups or request visits at your center.
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Preschool Storytime
Tue, November 4, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Kensington Library
Join us inside the library for stories, rhymes, songs, and movement with your children's librarian! Best suited for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.