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Virtual Book Club for English Language Learners - Intermediate & Advanced
Fri, July 11, 2025
9:00 A.M.
Virtual
Please join us for a series of meetings on Zoom to talk about the book Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina by Michaela and Elaine DePrince. This memoir tells the fascinating story of a child from Sierra Leone who was adopted by an American couple at the age of four, and went on to…
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Infant and Toddler Storytime and Playgroup
Fri, July 11, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library
Join Mr. John for an hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays, with a playgroup after, every Friday morning!
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Eagles Eye Mobile at the Library
Fri, July 11, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
This summer, the Eagles Eye Mobile, powered by Vision to Learn, is providing no-cost eye exams and glasses for children in grades K-12 who have previously failed a vision screening or are having vision problems. Visit the link below to schedule an exam appointment for your child (available…
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Clark Park Storytime
Fri, July 11, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Bring a blanket & snack and meet us at 43rd St. & Chester Ave. near the Clark Park playground for stories, songs, fun & bubbles! In case of rain, storytime will be held at the Walnut Street West library at 201 South 40th Street; please check our socials for day-of updates. All ages…
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Family Storytime
Fri, July 11, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to Family Storytime with Librarian Kate! We'll read, sing, dance, and play! Storytime will take place in the garden outside of the library; inside during inclement weather.
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Preschool Storytime
Fri, July 11, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Scout for stories, songs, and rhymes, and stay for playtime afterwards! Intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. This program has ASL interpretation. In good weather, this program will be held outdoors in Shakespeare Park, directly across the street…
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Storytime with Mr. Paul
Fri, July 11, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Holmesburg Library
Join Mr. Paul for some seasonal stories! Storybook film version of each book will be shown after each reading. Snacks and water provided during each program. "Knuffle Bunny" by Mo Willems This program is for Preschool age children.
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Read, Baby, Ready: Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, July 11, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Independence Library
Join Ms. Chen on Fridays at 10:30am for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Bubbles will end storytime. Then stay after for our playgroup! This program is for babies and toddlers with their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. Read, Baby, Read is made possible by a generous grant from The William…
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Preschool Storytime
Fri, July 11, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more! For children ages 2 to 5, along with an adult caregiver. Siblings are always welcome. Daycares and other groups should call the library to arrange their own special appointment.
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Read, Baby, Read Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, July 11, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join us every Friday for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay after storytime for playgroup. This program is for babies and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. Read, Baby, Read is made possible by a generous grant from the William Penn Foundation.
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Snakes Alive!
Fri, July 11, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Haverford Library
Join snake expert Scott Prior for a fun, interactive presentation of live snakes (all harmless) from around the world. We'll learn general information on types of snakes, their habits, care and conservation, and he will help dispel any negativity or fears. If you dare, you may be…
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Preschool Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, July 11, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday! Enjoy stories, rhythms, and songs. Stay after Storytime for playgroup. This program is intended for ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.
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Summer Break Video Game Hang
Fri, July 11, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Compete against friends on PlayStation5 and Nintendo Switch. Every Friday at 11:00am until August 22nd - see you there!
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Girls Who Code
Fri, July 11, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Come be a part of our Girls Who Code Club at the library this summer. Join a sisterhood of supportive peers and role models using computer science to change the world. We will be using the 3rd - 5th grade curriculum supplied by Girls Who Code . This club will offer fun activities through a…
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Family Storytime
Fri, July 11, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Widener Library
Description: Join Ms. Adrianna for stories, songs, and rhymes every Friday at 11am! This Storytime is best for children 3-5, but all family members are welcome. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
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English Conversation Group
Fri, July 11, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is led by Free Library staff member Julie. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-8664.
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Superhero Storytime
Fri, July 11, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Overbrook Park Library
Come dressed as your favorite hero for this flying fun super storytime!
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Fri, July 11, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Philip. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
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Nutrition Workshop with The Food Trust
Fri, July 11, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Discover easy, healthy recipes! There will be a cooking demo; food tasting and kitchen giveaways! Pre-registration is not required. Material funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) through the PA Department of Human Services (DHS)
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LEGO Club
Fri, July 11, 2025
12:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Fridays July 11, 18, 25 and August 1 & 8 Come build with us! We will have LEGO, DUPLO and other building materials available. Bring your imagination! Intended for ages 6-12, younger siblings welcome.