Open Climb

Mon, March 25, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Come take advantage of our new play space, featuring a climbing wall! Our redesign and educational toys encourage imaginative play that boosts children’s learning and development. This program is intended for families with children ages 3-5. Closed-toe shoes required. Use of wall…

Preschool Family Programs Health Programs Children Family Health

Family Preschool Storytime

Mon, March 25, 2019 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

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Mon, March 25, 2019 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!. Mondays at 11 a.m. (with an encore on Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m.)  Parkway Central Library Children's Department Ground Floor, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 215.686.5369 ***Programs are…

Toddler Baby Family Programs Storytimes Children Education Literacy

PAFA Art Class for Adults

Mon, March 25, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Join PAFA education staff for free hands on art making projects. 

Adult Arts and Crafts Programs Art arts & crafts

Open Computer Lab

Mon, March 25, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Tacony Library

Use a computer for up to 3 hours. Assistance from library staff is available.  

Adult Senior Computer Classes Hot Spots Computers

Beginner/Intermediate English Language Class

Mon, March 25, 2019 12:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

A weekly class for English learners at the Beginner and Intermediate levels. Register with the librarian at 215-685-1866.

Adult New Americans New Americans ESL

Mindfulness Meditation | Chair Yoga

Mon, March 25, 2019 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 and groups of 2 or more people, must call the librarian at…

Adult Family Programs Health and Wellness Body, Mind & Spirit Yoga

ESL (English as a Second Language) Class

Mon, March 25, 2019 12:30 P.M.
Wyoming Library

Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 - 3:30 pm. Testing every second Wednesday of the month. *New students must be tested before starting ESL Classes      

Adult New Americans New Americans ESL

ESL Conversation Group - Monday Afternoon

Mon, March 25, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

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

Adult Senior New Americans New Americans ESL - English as a Second Language

Mindfulness Meditation | Chair Yoga

Mon, March 25, 2019 1:30 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 and groups of 2 or more people, must call the librarian at…

Adult Family Programs Health and Wellness Body, Mind & Spirit Yoga

E-Gadget Helpdesk

Mon, March 25, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

One-on-one assistance with learning more about how to use your own portable e-device: laptops, phones, tablets and more. Located 1st Floor Home Page Café 3:00 - 5:00 PM

Adult Computer Classes Computers Databases & Electronic Resources Digital Collections ebooks

Art Club

Mon, March 25, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library

Come learn to draw with us!  Our Teen Leader Assistant, Amir will host a program for the children to learn how to draw.

School Age LEAP Family Programs Art Children Family Makers & Makerspaces Teens

Wooden Block Party

Mon, March 25, 2019 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

Story to Stage Playwriting Class

Mon, March 25, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library

Calling All Students in Grades 4-7!!! Are you interested in theater? Do you like to write? Would you like to learn how to write a play and perform it for an audience? Join us for a free playwriting class on Mondays from March 25 through June 3 More info and registration at…

School Age Other Great Programs Workshops and Enrichment Literacy Literature Performing Arts children's literature

3D Printer activity

Mon, March 25, 2019 4:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library

Ever what to try a 3D printer?  Now you can.  Come joins at McPherson Square and work with our 3D printer.  Work with Josh and design an object, print it, and take it home.  

Adult School Age Family Programs Family Technology Teens STEM

3D Printer activity

Mon, March 25, 2019 4:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library

Ever what to try a 3D printer?  Now you can.  Come joins at McPherson Square and work with our 3D printer.  Work with Josh and design an object, print it, and take it home.  

Adult School Age Family Programs Family Technology Teens STEM

¡A Conversar! Spanish Practice for Kids, Teens, and Adults

Mon, March 25, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Kensington Library

Has your Spanish gotten rusty? Do you have nagging questions about grammar and vocabulary? Stop by to practice conversing in Spanish, pick up new vocabulary, and connect with other Spanish learners. ¡Conversemos! For more information, or to let us know you’re coming, contact Sara…

Adult Young Adult School Age Discussion and Participation Language Study

Art Splash!

Mon, March 25, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library

Have fun doing art activities with us.  For after-school art lovers.  

School Age Preschool Arts and Crafts Programs Art

Kids’ Yoga Class

Mon, March 25, 2019 4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Join yoga teacher Danielle Pramick for a free children’s yoga class at the library. This class will give kids a safe environment to play, explore and experience the wonderful benefits of yoga including grounding, self-expression, balance and flexibility. Class is centered around…

School Age Health Programs Health and Wellness Body, Mind & Spirit Yoga Health

Read With A Dog!

Mon, March 25, 2019 4:15 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

School age kids - ages  6 to 12 - are invited to come read independently with Orchid, a certified therapy dog, and share a new book or an old favorite in a judgement free space.  Dogs love to hear stories! Space may be limited.  Groups cannot be accommodated at this…

School Age Other Great Programs PAWS Read to a Dog