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Preschool Storytime

Fri, August 15, 2025 10:30 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

Join Scout for stories, songs, and rhymes, and stay for playtime afterwards! Intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. This program has ASL interpretation. In good weather, this program will be held outdoors in Shakespeare Park, directly across the street…

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Who's That Bird? Birding Basics for Kids

Fri, August 15, 2025 10:30 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

Join us for a feather-filled adventure as we learn how to tell birds apart by their colors, beaks and feet! After a short storytime, we'll explore what makes each bird special, discover how they eat and live, and even try some real birdwatching tools. This program is presented with the…

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Infant and Toddler Playgroup

Fri, August 15, 2025 10:30 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library

Play, talk, explore books and toys while listening to music and gaining early social, emotional, fine and gross motor skills. For youngsters along with their parents, grandparents or caregivers.  Come one time, or all the time. Meets most Fridays.  

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Preschool Storytime & Playgroup

Fri, August 15, 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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Preschool Storytime

Fri, August 15, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more!  For children ages 2 to 5, along with an adult caregiver.  Siblings are always welcome. Daycares and other groups should call the library to arrange their own special appointment.  

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Summer Storytime Special!

Fri, August 15, 2025 11:30 A.M.
Overbrook Park Library

Join Ms. Sa-de all summer for special themed Storytimes with tales, adventures, songs, and more! For ages 0–5, siblings and caretakers welcome! Weekly Themes: - August 1: Books and Backpacks - August 8: Feelings First Day - August 15: School Bus Adventures - August 22: Classroom Critters -…

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Fun Fridays

Fri, August 15, 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 - See you there!

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Summer Lunches for Kids

Fri, August 15, 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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Build It! for Kids at Whitman Library

Fri, August 15, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Come play with LEGO, Magna-Tiles, and more! Blocks will be set up on the children's side of the library from 2pm until 4:30pm. No large groups, please. Younger siblings are welcome and we will have larger blocks for them to play with. When? - Fridays, starting July 11th thru August 22nd -…

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Build It! for Kids at Whitman Library

Fri, August 15, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Come play with LEGO, Magna-Tiles, and more! Blocks will be set up on the children's side of the library from 2pm until 4:30pm. No large groups, please. Younger siblings are welcome and we will have larger blocks for them to play with.

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Children’s Wii Just Dance

Fri, August 15, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Eastwick Library

Join us for video dance gaming with Just Dance. For children ages 6+

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Friday Free For Fun!

Fri, August 15, 2025 2:30 P.M.
Overbrook Park Library

Imagination runs wild! Join us for free with puzzles, games, toys, and more. A relaxed and playful space for kids to explore and be creative after a long week.

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Game Day for Kids

Fri, August 15, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Fox Chase Library

Drop in for some games! Will it be board games or video games? Stop in and see! From 3-4:30 p.m. Family-friendly.

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Summer Break Video Game Hang

Fri, August 15, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Compete against friends on PlayStation5 and Nintendo Switch. Every Friday at 3:00pm - see you there!  

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Builder Club: For Kids of All ages

Fri, August 15, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library

Do you love LEGOS, blocks, Magna-Tiles, Lincoln Logs or anything you can build? If so, then stop by Builder Club to construct your wildest dreams! All ages welcome; toddlers will have their own space to build with age-appropriate blocks.

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Origami and Paper Crafts Club

Fri, August 15, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library

Each week we will feature a new origami sculpture or other craft for us to learn to make together! This program is intended for children ages 5 - 12 years old and parents and caregivers are welcome to participate. For large groups or classes, please call to schedule a separate visit. Fridays…

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Yu-Gi-Oh! Card Club

Fri, August 15, 2025 3:15 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Come and play the trading card game Yu-Gi-Oh! Both new and seasoned players are welcomed. Staff will be present to teach the basics of the game. We'll have snacks and cards for you to use! Ages(9-18) - Fridays from 3:15 to 4:45pm until August 29th - See you there!

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Fiber Craft Fridays

Fri, August 15, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library

Make pom-poms and yarn dolls; learn the basics of crochet; finger knit; mushroom knit; or just get cozy with some yarn on a Friday afternoon. Yarn will be out in the children’s area starting at 3:30pm and Librarian Rachel will provide a short fiber art craft starting at 4pm every week.…

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Friday Gamer's Club

Fri, August 15, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Haverford Library

Join us for gaming and special treats! Play our Nintendo Switch and/or Playstation on the big screen or learn a new board game with a new friend. Every 2nd and 4th Friday of  Gamer's Club is a Pizza Party for all. Open to all ages! 3:30 to 5:00 PM    

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Birding Bingo with the Pennsylvania Game Commission!

Sat, August 16, 2025 10:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

Join us for a Birding Bingo scavenger hunt for children and their adults. There will also be birding coloring pages and give-aways and opportunities to learn more about the Pennsylvania Game Commision. The Pennsylvania Game Commission - your state wildlife agency – is…

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