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Read, Baby, Read: Baby Storytime
Tue, August 12, 2025
11:15 A.M.
Roxborough Library
Join Mr. Rich for stories, songs, rhymes, and dances perfect for infants and toddlers along with their caregivers! Free play with baby-friendly toys and a baby-friendly climbing wall will wrap up the program. Siblings are always welcome. Read, Baby, Read is a series of programs…
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Read, Baby, Read Storytime
Tue, August 12, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Come join Ms. Dee for songs, stories, rhymes and lap time! Stick around for playtime afterward. This program is intended for ages 0 - 24 months, along with their caregivers. This program has been made possible by a grant from the William Penn Foundation.
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Baby & Toddler Storytime & Free Play
Tue, August 12, 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.
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Toddler Storytime
Tue, August 12, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Wadsworth Library
Join Mr. Nate for stories, movement and songs! This program is intended for children ages 1 - 5, along with an adult caregiver. For large groups or classes, please call to schedule a separate storytime visit.
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Baby and Toddler Playtime!
Tue, August 12, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Play, talk, sing and explore books and toys while listening to music and gaining social, emotional, fine and gross motor skills. This program is intended for babies and toddlers along with parents, grandparents or caregivers. We will be meeting in the Storyhour Room.
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Crafternoon
Tue, August 12, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Widener Library
Would you like to make artwork this summer? Come show off your creative side during an afternoon of crafting. This program is intended for children 7 – 14 and their families. All materials provided - See you there! This program will run consistently on Thursday afternoons at 12:00 PM…
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Checkmate Chess Mentorship Program
Tue, August 12, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
All youth aged 10-19 are encouraged to sign up for this fun and uplifting 9-week summer program! The Checkmate Chess Club, facilitated by MBK Cares, will encourage teens to build their emotional resilience while learning the game of chess. All attendees will receive professional chess…
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Science in the Summer: Be a Health Scientist
Tue, August 12, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Be a Health Scientist this summer! Science in the Summer, in collaboration with The Franklin Institute, is a fun free STEM program for youth entering grades 2 – 6 that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers! Learn all about finding ways to keep…
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Healthy Eating for Kids!
Tue, August 12, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Learn about healthy eating and nutrition while preparing a tasty, healthy snack. This program is presented by Jefferson/Einstein's A Better Start F.U.N. Program. Save your spot by calling the library at 215-685-2152. If you have questions, email A-BETTER-START@jefferson.edu .…
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Music and Movement Storytime
Tue, August 12, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Haverford 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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Summer Lunches for Kids
Tue, August 12, 2025
1:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Monday, June 23 – Friday, August 15th @ 1:30 pm Free lunches are available for children up to 18 years old, provided by Nutritional Development Services. All meals must be eaten onsite. We cannot accommodate groups.
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Board Games for Kids & Teens
Tue, August 12, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Drop in any time between 2:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to play board games like Sorry, Candy Land, and many more! Games will be available to play on the children's side of the library. No large groups, please (10+ people) due to space constraints. Every Tuesday until August 19th. For children ages…
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Zine & Button-Making Workshop with South Street Art Mart
Tue, August 12, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Calling all tweens and teens -- express yourselves! Our friends from South Street Art Mart will help you make zines (homemade magazines) or buttons about whatever your passion is. You will be able to take your creations home at the end of the workshop.
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Play Trunk Fun
Tue, August 12, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Eastwick Library
Join us for creative play using the items in our play themed play trunk . For children ages 4+
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Lego Club!
Tue, August 12, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Take a break from the summer heat in the library while putting together legos and making your own original constructions. Tubs of legos will be available at both the children’s and teen tables.
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Crafternoon!
Tue, August 12, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
On Tuesdays this summer, a variety of craft supplies will be set out for kids to explore and create with. In the children's area from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
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Yarning Club
Tue, August 12, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Bring your own supplies and projects to work on. If you are just learning, we will have some crochet hooks, knitting needles and yarn to use. Let's share stories as we craft. For school age kids, in the children's department. All skill levels are welcome!…
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Chess Club
Tue, August 12, 2025
4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Learn to play chess or improve your game! All ages and skill levels welcome.
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Bartram’s Garden at the Library
Tue, August 12, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Our friends from Bartram’s Garden will come visit the library to share nature lessons, crafts and activities with our neighbors. Join us in the outdoor storycircle in nice weather or indoors at the children’s area activity tables in rain or excess heat.
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All Ages Chess Club
Tue, August 12, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Neighbors of all ages are invited to play chess with us! All supplies provided. No experience is necessary, all skill levels welcome! Chess Club will be held inside the library in the meeting room.