Computer Lab: Open Lab

Fri, July 28, 2017 3:00 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Work on a project or enjoy some quiet time to practice.  Our Digital Resources Specialist will be available to assist. Seating is limited; first come, first seated. Don't forget to bring along your library card or valid ID.  Call the library for more details.

Adult Computer Classes Hot Spots Computers

Resumes and Jobs

Fri, July 28, 2017 3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Create a  resume or bring in your own for critique. Learn to maximize your online job searching.

Adult Computer Classes Computers

Wii Fridays

Fri, July 28, 2017 3:00 P.M.
Kensington Library

Scare your friends in Luigi's Mansion, race down the track with Mario Kart, and build a whole new world in Minecraft! Come and play with us every Friday on the Wii U!

School Age Family Programs Children Games and Gaming Video Games

Gaming Fridays

Fri, July 28, 2017 3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Come play video games on the big screen! Get on your feet with Wii games. For teens and school-aged children.

School Age Family Programs Children Games and Gaming Summer Reading

Lego Club!

Fri, July 28, 2017 3:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Join other kids and teens at our fun weekly Lego Club! Mega-blocks available for smaller children; all materials provided.

Young Adult School Age Preschool Workshops and Enrichment LEGO

LEGO Club

Fri, July 28, 2017 3:45 P.M.
Andorra Library

Can't keep your hands out of a tub of LEGOs?  We can't either. Do you dream of building something amazing with LEGOs?  We do too! If this is you, come join us!  Work on the building assignment, check out a project in one of our many LEGO books, or let your imagination soar and…

School Age Other Great Programs Summer Reading LEGO

My Art, My Voice with Mr. O

Fri, July 28, 2017 4:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Join artist Arthur Ostroff for stories and art.  Free.  Fridays at 4 p,m, Children's Department, Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 *Programs are subject to change.* For more information, call 215.686.5369

School Age Arts and Crafts Programs Family Programs Art Children Education Family arts & crafts

Live From the Parklet

Fri, July 28, 2017 6:30 P.M.
Tacony LAB (Library & Arts Building)

Local musicians and Philly-wide favorites will perform for free in the Solar Art Parklet. Every other Wednesday, 6:30-8 p.m. May 31: Boy Wonder (rock/funk/new wave) June 14: The SB Deluxe (gypsy jazz/rock) June 28: Evan Cory Levine ( old time jazz) July 12: Neon and Shy (pop/folk accordian) July…

Adult Young Adult School Age Preschool Toddler Senior Live Performances Music

Stories Alive: Family Story Hour for Incarcerated Parents and Their Children

Sat, July 29, 2017 10:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Stories Alive gives incarcerated parents the opportunity to read and connect with their children during a live videoconference call. Families who participate will get books to take home and keep! Stories Alive is available to children and caregivers with family members at the Curran-Fromhold and…

Adult Young Adult School Age Preschool Toddler Senior Family Programs Storytimes Children Family Literacy Social Justice

Saturday Block Parties!

Sat, July 29, 2017 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Create a neighborhood with blocks, then add the people and animals!   11 a.m. to noon Parkway Central Children's Department, Story Hour Room

School Age Preschool Family Programs Wooden Block Party

Saturday Stories

Sat, July 29, 2017 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Join talented storytellers from the Parkway Central Children's Department and Keepers of the Culture for interactive storytimes for all ages, followed by craft activities. Meet by the Oval+ column in Shakespeare Park . Made possible by generous support from the Knight Foundation. 

Adult Young Adult School Age Preschool Toddler Senior Family Programs Storytimes African American Children Family arts & crafts Shakespeare Park

Open Computer Lab

Sat, July 29, 2017 12:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library

Work on your own project in our computer lab.

Adult Computer Classes Hot Spots Computers

Saturday Games

Sat, July 29, 2017 2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Come learn a new game from the library's collection and play with our teen volunteers. For school-age children.

School Age Family Programs Other Great Programs Children Games and Gaming Summer Reading Board Games and Role-Playing

Working with Watercolor!

Sat, July 29, 2017 2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Explore the techniques of painting with watercolor. A program for teens.

Young Adult Arts and Crafts Programs Art Summer Reading

English as a Second Language Class

Sat, July 29, 2017 3:15 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

FREE English as a second language CLASSES 8 week course for non-native English speakers provided at no cost by West Philadelphia community members Please join us for more ESL classes and English tutoring this summer! Our classes are open to all nationalities and skill levels and are…

Adult Young Adult Senior New Americans Language Study ESL

Storytheater with StoryUP!

Sun, July 30, 2017 11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

Philly’s finest improvisers present an interactive storytelling show based on ideas and suggestions from the children in the audience, with the kids taking part the whole way. A host and team of performers use props, costumes, music and improvisation to create stories onstage, with…

School Age Preschool Family Programs Storytimes Children Family Shakespeare Park

Flawless Self-Made Skills

Sun, July 30, 2017 3:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library

Crafts, games, and more, for teens ages 12 to 15.  We will meet for 1.5 hours.  What will we be doing today? 

Young Adult Other Great Programs Crafts & Hobbies Summer Reading Teens

Storytime in the Garden

Mon, July 31, 2017 10:00 A.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library

Join us for stories, songs, and dancing in the garden! This program is intended for children ages 2-4 accompanied by a caregiver. For preschools and daycares with groups over 10 children, please call the children's librarian at 215-685-1755 for an appointment.

Preschool Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children Summer Reading

Wooden Block Party

Mon, July 31, 2017 10:00 A.M.
Kingsessing Library

Young children and their parents are invited to attend this creative play session featuring wooden blocks. Children under 7 need to be accompanied by a responsible adult. Interested groups please call the librarian to register, 215-685-2690.

Preschool Toddler Family Programs Children Summer Reading Wooden Block Party Summer Reading 2017

Computer Lab: Open Lab

Mon, July 31, 2017 10:00 A.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Work on a project or enjoy some quiet time to practice.  Our Digital Resources Specialist will be available to assist. Seating is limited; first come, first seated. Don't forget to bring along your library card or valid ID.  Call the library for more details.

Adult Computer Classes Hot Spots Computers