Constructive Kids

Mon, July 24, 2017 3:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Design and build imaginative structures using LEGO, Mega Bloks, Magna Tiles, and Keva Planks. We have blocks for kids of all ages, from toddler to twelve! Children under 7 must bring a grown-up.

School Age Preschool Family Programs Children Summer Reading LEGO Wooden Block Party

Computer Lab: Open Lab

Mon, July 24, 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

#slayinspirecreate

Mon, July 24, 2017 3:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

This art program for teenagers features amazing art history and cool art projects.  Be inspired, create and slay!

Young Adult Family Programs Art Teens

Pre-K Wooden Block Party

Mon, July 24, 2017 3:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Young children and their parents are invited to attend this creative play session featuring wooden blocks.

Preschool Toddler Workshops and Enrichment Family Programs Children Literacy Mathematics STEM Wooden Block Party

Self-care/Reflect Mondays

Mon, July 24, 2017 3:30 P.M.
Widener Library

Children age 6 to 12 will explore self-care techniques, including mediation, journaling, and open discussion.

School Age Discussion and Participation Summer Reading

Movie Mondays

Mon, July 24, 2017 4:00 P.M.
Andorra Library

Watch a different movie each week (all will be rated G or PG).  For school age kids; younger siblings are welcome if they are able to concentrate for the length of the movie.

School Age Film Screening Summer Reading

Movie Mondays!

Mon, July 24, 2017 4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

Come enjoy a fun family film and munch on popcorn! Enjoy coloring pages themed for each movie following the showing.

Young Adult School Age Family Programs Movies & Television Summer Reading

ESL Class

Mon, July 24, 2017 5:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West

PEDAL@GSE ESL Classes are FREE for adults (17 years+); Registration is preferred. Novice Class: Mondays from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. & Wednesdays from 12:30p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Intermediate Class: Wednesdays from 3:00 p.m to 5:00 p.m Advanced Class: from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. REGISTER IN…

Adult Senior New Americans New Americans ESL

English Conversation Group

Mon, July 24, 2017 5:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Please join us for a free conversation hour as you build your confidence in speaking English. Topics may involve small talk, holidays and customs, and common slang. Participants will get to practice speaking in a casual environment and meet other international adults. This program will be held…

Adult New Americans New Americans ESL

Sensory Storytime

Mon, July 24, 2017 6:00 P.M.
Richmond Library

Join us for a Sensory Storytime geared toward children on the autism spectrum and their families. We will read picture books, sing songs, and do fun movement activities. Stay after to play with manipulatives and socialize. For more information please call Miss Meghan at 215-685-9992.

Preschool Family Programs Storytimes Children

Read to a therapy dog with PAWS for Reading!

Mon, July 24, 2017 6:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Bella the French Bulldog will be at Whitman Neighborhood Library on selected Mondays for one-on-one reading sessions. She is a trained therapy dog who provides a judgement free environment and allows children to open up and feel comfortable about reading aloud. This program is geared toward ages…

School Age Family Programs Children PAWS Read to a Dog

Conversational ESL

Mon, July 24, 2017 6:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Join our new Conversation Group at the Walnut Street West Library, practice your English language skills in a relaxed and informal setting. This eight part workshop series will run until August 28th, with future series installments to follow.

Adult Young Adult Senior New Americans New Americans ESL

Uke Jam

Mon, July 24, 2017 6:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Bring joy and music to your life! Learn to play the Ukulele. It's easy and fun. Don't have a ukulele? You can borrow one at the Central Library at 19th and Vine Streets. All ages and levels welcome.

Adult Young Adult School Age Family Programs Music Summer Reading

How I Spent My Summer @ the Movies Series

Mon, July 24, 2017 6:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Adults and teens will view a different summer-themed movie each time.

Adult Young Adult Film Screening Other Great Programs Movies & Television Summer Reading

Yoga

Mon, July 24, 2017 6:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

Monday night yoga for all levels with certified instructor. Adults and teens of all skill levels are welcome to participate.  Please, bring your own mat.  New participants will be asked to sign a waiver. 

Adult Young Adult Health Programs Body, Mind & Spirit Yoga

ESL Conversation/Tutoring

Mon, July 24, 2017 6:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

Looking for some conversation practice or one-on-one help with your English?  We have an ESL teacher available to work with you.

Adult Family Programs New Americans ESL

Interactive Dance me a Story Program

Mon, July 24, 2017 6:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Jessica Kilpatrick of The School of Pennsylvania Ballet shares the interactive Dance me a Story Program.  Explore story through movement and dance.  When the story is complete our very own dance will be choreographed! 

School Age Family Programs Storytimes Children Music

English Language Conversation Group

Mon, July 24, 2017 6:30 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library

Are you looking for a place to practice English?  Join us for a weekly group, where all levels are welcome.  We'll meet on Mondays, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.  Come one time, or all the time.  This group is for adults.  

Adult New Americans New Americans ESL

Book Club

Mon, July 24, 2017 6:30 P.M.
Katharine Drexel Library

School-age children will write a book report on one of their summer reads and share it with the group. Pre-registration required

School Age Discussion and Participation Family Programs Summer Reading Book Clubs

Music and Movement Storytime

Tue, July 25, 2017 10:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Dance, wiggle and sing along in our fun storytime for young independent movers. Siblings are always welcome at our programs. Preschools and other groups, please call to schedule alternate visits. Please contact Liz Heideman at 215-685-6621 for further information. These programs are supported by…

Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children