Events: Calendar of Events

Many in-person programs are cancelled or postponed. Check out our virtual programming , which you can watch or join in from home.

Nature Club at Dixon Meadow Preserve

Tue, August 3, 2021 9:00 A.M.
Andorra Library

Join Andorra Library and Whitmarsh Foundation for a five-session program at Dixon Meadow Preserve. Participants will be given books, art and writing supplies. We will learn about birds, butterflies, plants and animals from expert naturalists every week. Make field sketches and…

Stroll, Baby, Stroll!

Tue, August 3, 2021 9:15 A.M.
Fox Chase Library

Caregivers of children under the age of two are invited to join us for an in-person, socially distanced walk and read-along beginning at the library. Babies and toddlers must be in a stroller, carrier or baby-wearing device. Walkers will meet at 9:15, and begin strolling at 9:30. Spaces are…

Toddler
Baby

Family Programs

Storytimes

Virtual-Crafty Kids

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library

Virtual Crafty Kids What will we make today? Grab your construction paper, glue, markers, and pencil! Join us on Olney Library's Facebook and Instagram accounts by 10 am to see instructions and an example of a craft you can create at home. Post your…

School Age

Craft Grab and Go Kits

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library

Craft Grab and Go Kit Stop by Olney Library between our open hours to pick up a weekly craft. We'll supply the materials; you make the magic happen at home! Post your finished crafts online; tag us on Facebook or Instagram, and use the hashtag #GreaterOlneyLibrary! …

School Age

Virtual Storytime with Penny the Bunny

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Katharine Drexel Library

Virtual Storytime: Enjoy stories and songs with Penny the Bunny and Miss Carole in our pre-recorded storytime posted on select Tuesday mornings at 10:00! Find us on the Katharine Drexel Branch Library Facebook page.

Preschool

Storytimes

[Outdoors] Garden Storytime at Donatucci Library!

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library

Join Miss Sunita for In-person Storytime in the Donatucci Garden every Tuesday at 10am! Masks (for kids over 2) and social distancing required. Space is limited; first-come first-served. Ages 0-5. Bring Your Own Blanket. Note: Weather permitting. Please call 215-685-1755 or check our…

Family Programs

Storytimes

COVID Vaccine Clinic

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Tacony Library

COVID Vaccine Clinic Administered by Philadelphia Dept of Public Health Offering Pfizer (2 doses for ages 12+) and J&J (1 dose for ages 18+) Tuesdays from July 20-August 24, 2021 10:00-4:00 No ID or insurance required Walk-ins welcome, or reserve a time slot by calling 311 or…

Health Programs

Health

Virtual Beginner Japanese Learning Circle

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Virtual

Tuesdays and Thursdays 10-11 a.m. Meet with other adults interested in learning Japanese to explore the language through the Free Library database Mango Languages, as well as grammar and writing lessons. For beginners. For more information, call 215-686-8664. This group is…

Adult
Senior

Discussion and Participation

Virtual English Conversation Group

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Kensington Library

Join us for a free conversation circle. Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other international adults in a casual learning environment. Class is currently full - for more information, call or text call 215-685-9996 and ask for Sara or register at…

Adult
Senior

VIRTUAL Story Club!

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

How many ways can you tell a story? Check in with Ms. Scout for a weekly story prompt and then write, draw, tell, sing, dance, or build your response! Instagram: @freelibraryccd Facebook: ParkwayCentralChildrens Twitter: @ParkwayCCD

Family Programs

Storytimes

Stories in the Park

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

Ms. Meredith will be reading 2 books about emotions and nature at McMichael Park on Tuesday, August 3rd at 10:30am. Weather permitting. This is part of the Take a Break! summer reading challenge: https://freelibrary.beanstack.com/profiles/7273360/current_programs

School Age

Family Programs

Storytimes

Outdoor Event

Storytime in the Garden

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Tacony Library

Preschool Storytime Join Ms. Suzin for stories and activities for ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver in the library garden. Please call Tacony Library at 215-685-8755 to register. City of Philadelphia COVID-19 compliance rules will be followed.

Preschool

Storytimes

Parkway Pals Storytime at Sister Cities Park

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Friends 12 and under are welcome to join Miss Mary at Parkway Pals in Sister Cities Park for storytime and a to-go craft (while supplies last)! Enjoy stories, songs, and fun! This program is in collaboration with Center City Districts. Weather permitting so please check social media day-of…

Storytimes

Free COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic

Tue, August 3, 2021 11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Get vaccinated at the Library! The Philadelphia Department of Public Health will administer free Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccines for ages 12 and up. No insurance or IDs required. Walk-ins are welcome.

Adult
Senior

Health

Virtual Beginning Japanese Learning Circle

Tue, August 3, 2021 11:15 A.M.
Virtual

Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Meet with other adults interested in learning Japanese to explore the language through the Free Library database Mango Languages, as well as grammar and writing lessons. For beginners. Class is currently full - for more information, call or…

Adult
Senior

Discussion and Participation

Virtual English Conversation Group

Tue, August 3, 2021 12:00 P.M.
Virtual

Tuesday 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. July 27 - September 14, 2021 This free online group will build your knowledge and confidence in the English language in a casual and fun learning environment. Register at https://bit.ly/FLPenglishTUES

Adult
Senior

Discussion and Participation

Student Meal Distribution

Tue, August 3, 2021 12:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Student Meal Distribution, 12 to 2 pm Visit Olney Library to pick up FREE a seven meal kit, complete with breakfast and lunch, juices and milk! One box per child. First come, first served. Graciously provided by the Nutritional Development Services of the…

Making Her Mark: Philadelphia Women Fight for the Vote: Self-Guided Tour

Now through Tue, August 3, 2021 1:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

The Making Her Mark exhibition, open by appointment weekday afternoons in the West Gallery of the Parkway Central Library, offers a look at the stories of Philadelphia women who built and sustained movements dedicated to voting rights. Making Her Mark was curated by Jennifer Zarro, Ph.D.,…

Exhibitions

Games in the Park

Tue, August 3, 2021 1:00 P.M.
Kensington Library

The Kensington Library is partnering with Penn State Extension and Congreso this summer to bring a board games, books, and activities to Norris Square Park! Come out and meet us in the Northeast corner of the park every Tuesday from 1-3:30 (weather permitting). This program is suitable for…

Family Programs

Free COVID-19 Testing

Tue, August 3, 2021 2:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library

Staff from Drexel University’s College of Medicine will be providing free Rapid Antigen COVID-19 testing outdoors in front of the library from 2:00-4:00 p.m. every Tuesday, open to anyone 8 years of age or older. No insurance necessary. Questions? (267) 507-6749…

Health Programs

Health