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Read With a Dog!
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Young readers can come meet Daisy, a certified therapy dog, and share a story with her. Children can practice reading out loud, in a safe, judgment free space. Daisy loves to hear stories, or just share some cuddles with her. Space may be limited.
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Summer of Wonder Kickoff Party!!
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Join us for bubbles, activities, giveaways like new books, and snacks! Balloon twisting from Taffy Fun will be available for the first 80 guests. This free family event is sponsored by the Friends of Whitman Library. No large groups please. This event is 4-6pm and will be held outside, or inside…
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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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- Arts and Crafts Programs
- Community Events
- Speakers and Lectures
- Other Great Programs
- Family Programs
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Crafternoons
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Join Librarian Kate in the children's section for a weekly craft! This craft program is intended for kids 5-11. Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM.
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LEAP Into Art
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Haverford Library
Comic making, Unleash your inner graphic novelist! Learn how to create characters, lay out panels, and bring stories to life through comics. All ages welcome—no drawing experience needed!
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Summer of Wonder Kickoff Party
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Children 0-12 are invited to the library to Kick-Off the Summer of Wonder with Mr. Q's Strange Zoo puppet and magic show! While you're here, make sure to sign up for our Summer of Wonder program.
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Chess Club for Kids!
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Join us each Monday from 4:00-4:45pm for Chess Club! Kids 12 and under are welcome to play and learn with support from a skilled chess player. All supplies provided. No experience is necessary; all skill levels welcome! This event will be held in the Story Hour Room, within the Central…
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Summer of Wonder Kickoff!
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
It's a Summer of Wonder kickoff party from 4:30-6:30pm, and you're invited! Enjoy balloon twisting, magic, and other fun with Taffy the Entertainer! Have your tarot read by Gina Tomaine, author of the Philly Tarot Deck Guide Book! Groove to a bubble dance party! Draw with rainbow…
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Beyblades Training Club
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Train your body and mind to be the best Beyblades trainer. We will talk about the science behind the Beyblades and train to become the very best we can be. Some Beyblades will be provided, and feel free to bring your own supplies. This program will take place from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.,most…
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Summer Pokémon Tournament
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Calling all Pokémon enthusiasts! Join us for a summer Pokémon Tournament. Compete against your fellow trainers in Scarlet and Violet for the switch or trading card game pack battles, answer trivia questions, and more! This program is designed for childrens in grades…
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Play Doh Time
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Eastwick Library
Join us and use fun clay tools while working with Play Doh. For children ages 6+
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Kid's Cooking Club
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Experience the art and science of cooking while you make a delicious snack with your very own hands! 6/9 Doughnut Decorating 7/14 Butterfly Blue Lemonade 8/14 Ice Cream!
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StitchCraft
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Folks of all ages who knit, sew, crochet, weave, or stitch are welcome to bring their projects and join us to work on them in the company of other crafty people! Some materials and assistance may be provided based on availability.
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Summer Book Club for Kids
Mon, June 9, 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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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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Family Storytime at Parkway Pals!
Tue, June 10, 2025
10:30 A.M.
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 10, 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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Preschool Storytime
Tue, June 10, 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.
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Toddler Storytime- Outside!
Tue, June 10, 2025
11:15 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Meet us at the Goat Statue in Rittenhouse Square! Join Library Staff on Tuesdays for toddler storytime, now outside when weather permits! We will enjoy songs, stories, rhymes, and follow up with a special toddler playtime!
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Baby & Toddler Storytime & Free Play
Tue, June 10, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for books, songs, and dancing! Then stick around for free play with toys! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers.