Earth Day Program

Sun, April 22, 2018 2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Make an environmentally safe craft and snack.

School Age Family Programs Storytimes Children Family Holiday Storytimes

Sundays on Stage: MOVE! with Lolly and Yoyo

Sun, April 22, 2018 2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Join Lolly and Yoyo, authors of the hit book MOVE for a singing, dancing good time. This series is made possible by funding from the Philadelphia City Institute Board of Managers. Montgomery Auditorium Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street   All programs begin at 2:00 p.m. Doors open at…

Adult Young Adult School Age Preschool Toddler Senior Family Programs Live Performances Sundays on Stage Children Family Music

Philadelphia Reads W.E.B. Du Bois

Sun, April 22, 2018 2:00 P.M.
Social Science and History Department at Parkway Central Library

Discover the power of W.E.B. Du Bois’s ideas and their significance in our time.  This reading group focuses on the “The Souls of Black Folk,” his seminal study of African-American civilization at the turn of the 20th Century.  Led by Du Bois scholar and activist, Dr.…

Adult Young Adult Senior Discussion and Participation African American Philadelphia History Social Science

Meet Author Zachariah Ohora! One Book Every Young Child Storytime

Mon, April 23, 2018 10:00 A.M.
Logan Library

Join author/illustrator Zachariah Ohora for a special storytime featuring  My Cousin Momo , the 2018 One Book, Every Young Child selection.  This series promotes the importance of reading early and often to children, as well as engaging them in conversation and other activities by…

Preschool Family Programs Storytimes Children Family

Family Preschool Storytime

Mon, April 23, 2018 10:30 A.M.
Lawncrest Library

Stories, Music, and Movement for children ages 2-5 and their caretakers. Day Care and Preschool Groups must contact the librarian for individual appointments.

Preschool Family Programs Storytimes Children

Meet Author Zachariah Ohora! One Book Every Young Child Storytime

Mon, April 23, 2018 11:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Join author/illustrator Zachariah Ohora for a special storytime featuring  My Cousin Momo , the 2018 One Book, Every Young Child selection.  This series promotes the importance of reading early and often to children, as well as engaging them in conversation and other activities by…

Preschool Family Programs Storytimes Children Family

Baby & Toddler Story Time

Mon, April 23, 2018 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Books, songs, rhymes and bounces for children (birth to 23 months) and their caregivers!. Monday at 11 a.m.  Parkway Central Library Children's Department Ground Floor, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 215.686.5369 ***Programs are subject to change*** Find us on Facebook: …

Toddler Family Programs Children Family Literacy

Mindfulness Meditation | Chair Yoga

Mon, April 23, 2018 12:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Ground your mind and body with Mindfulness Meditation and Chair Yoga. Spend a peaceful half-hour with a guided meditation. Chair yoga is a twist on traditional yoga, making it accessible for any age. This program is for adults. Newcomers please attend the 12:30 p.m. class. Our 2:00 p.m. Chair…

Adult Family Programs Yoga

Urban League Career Development | Rediscover yourself, Find your future, Make New Choices!

Mon, April 23, 2018 12:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

This FREE Career Development course will include the following topics: Identifying your gifts or talents Job or education placement assistance Creating an impactful resume Strengthening interviewing skills Assertiveness training Assistance with job placement, creating a resume, and strengthening…

Adult Career Workshops

ESL Conversation Group

Mon, April 23, 2018 1:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

This group is a great way to practice speaking everyday English. ALL are welcome.

Adult New Americans New Americans ESL

Resume and Job Help

Mon, April 23, 2018 1:00 P.M.
Tacony Library

Create a resume. Get help with online job searching and applications.   Classes are limited to 12. No registration required, please arrive 10 minutes prior to class start time.

Adult Computer Classes Computers Jobs & Job Seekers

Bugging Out and Other Natural Sciences

Mon, April 23, 2018 3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library

Children and families are invited to an interactive hands-on natural science program, presented by educators from Bartram’s Gardens.

School Age Preschool Family Programs Science Animals and Nature STEM

Wooden Block Party

Mon, April 23, 2018 3:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Join us to play with wooden blocks in the library. Children ages 3 to 6 and their caregivers are encouraged to imagine, build, and create!

Preschool Toddler Family Programs Children Literacy Mathematics STEM Wooden Block Party

Philadelphia Science Festival - Science After School!

Mon, April 23, 2018 3:30 P.M.
Bustleton Library

Be a part of the Philadelphia Science Festival!  Join us for Science After School have fun participating in exciting experiments and fun hands-on activities and meeting a scientist!    

School Age LEAP Children Family Free Library of Philadelphia Science STEM

Philadelphia Science Festival - Science After School!

Mon, April 23, 2018 3:30 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Be a part of the Philadelphia Science Festival!  Join us for Science After School have fun participating in exciting experiments and fun hands-on activities and meeting a scientist!    

School Age LEAP Children Family Free Library of Philadelphia Science STEM

Maker Monday

Mon, April 23, 2018 3:30 P.M.
Teen Center at Parkway Central Library

The Teen Center is home to numerous arts and craft supplies which teens can use on Monday afternoons to create take home projects. Join us for freeform activities and pre-determined crafts. 

Young Adult Arts and Crafts Programs Art Comics & Graphic Novels Crafts & Hobbies Teens arts & crafts

Open Computer Lab

Mon, April 23, 2018 3:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Use a computer for up to 2 hours. Assistance from library staff is available.  

Adult Computer Classes Career Workshops Computers

Meatless Mondays

Mon, April 23, 2018 4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Join Chef Char Nolan for an all-ages vegan cooking class! All levels of experience welcome.  

Adult Young Adult Health Programs Culinary Literacy Cooking & Nutrition Health

BINGO Bash

Mon, April 23, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Try your luck at BINGO afterschool.  Best for kids ages 8 and up.

School Age Other Great Programs Games and Gaming

Crafty Mondays

Mon, April 23, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Come create something crafty at the library! Welcome to all children ages 6 and above.  Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult.

School Age Arts and Crafts Programs Children Crafts & Hobbies