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Library Playgroup
Fri, November 15, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
We’ve filled our meeting room with toys good for a range of ages. Come and socialize in the comfort of the library! Groups can call to arrange a separate visit at 215-686-1766. Fridays at 10:00 AM
Friday Family Storytime!
Fri, November 15, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Children age 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to the library for stories, songs, games, and dancing at Family Storytime! Depending on the weather, storytime will be outside in the library courtyard or inside in the Children’s Department.
Clark Park Storytime
Fri, November 15, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Clark Park by the Playground (43rd and Chester Ave.)
Join us in Clark Park by the playground (43rd St and Chester Ave.) for outdoor storytime! Bring a blanket and snack and get ready to read, sing and dance! Storytime will take place at the library in case of inclement weather. Fridays at 10 AM
Clark Park Storytime
Fri, November 15, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us in Clark Park by the playground (43rd St and Chester Ave.) for outdoor storytime! Bring a blanket and snack and get ready to read, sing and dance! Storytime will take place at the library in case of inclement weather. Fridays at 10 AM
Storytime
Fri, November 15, 2024
10:15 A.M.
Whitman Library
Join Whitman Librarian Ms. Rachel for storytime in the library meeting room! Sharing songs, stories, and rhymes will help develop a love of reading from an early age. This program is for babies, toddlers, preschoolers & their accompanying caregivers. For day-of event cancellation or updates…
Beginner English
Fri, November 15, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Wednesdays and Fridays 10:30 am -12 pm (September 18 - December 6, 2024) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners.…
Edible Alphabet: Learn English through Cooking
Fri, November 15, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Adults are invited to this FREE class for English language learners. Each week we read, write, and speak in English - and cook a meal together! The class is in the basement meeting room. To sign-up, call, email kitchen@freelibrary.org , or visit www.bit.ly/EAEnglish Edible…
Read Baby Read Storytime
Fri, November 15, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join Ms. Blake for bounces, songs, and stories specifically geared towards building early literacy in babies. Join us after storytime for a special interactive baby playtime!
Storytime with Mr. Paul
Fri, November 15, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Holmesburg Library
Join Mr. Paul for some seasonal stories! "Grandfather Buffalo" by Jim Arnosky This program is for Preschool age children.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, November 15, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Scout in the Auditorium for stories, songs, and rhymes, and stay for playtime afterwards! Intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers.
Infant and Toddler Playgroup
Fri, November 15, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Play, talk, explore books and toys while listening to music and gaining early social, emotional, fine and gross motor skills. For youngsters along with their parents, grandparents or caregivers. Come one time, or all the time. Meets most Fridays.
Read, Baby, Ready: Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, November 15, 2024
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…
Crochet Club
Fri, November 15, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Are you interested in crochet? You are invited to come and help us launch Northeast Regional Library’s new Crochet Club! Please bring your own materials as we grow our group. The library has plenty of books with designs to spark your imagination, and we encourage your…
Homeschool Reading Group
Fri, November 15, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Tacony Library
Homeschoolers are welcome to come hang out with their peers while participating in fun activities! We'll have cooking classes, literacy games, letter writing, and more! For grades K-8. Families with preschoolers are welcome to attend.
Fall Book Sale Donation Drop-off
Fri, November 15, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
We are accepting donations of adult and children's books, CDs, DVDs, and jigsaw puzzles (no magazines, encyclopedias, videos or audio cassettes). You can bring your bagged or boxed donations during these hours only: November 13, 14 & 15 - from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. November 16 -…
Preschool Storytime
Fri, November 15, 2024
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.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, November 15, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Wadsworth Library
Come join Ms. Dee for songs, movement, and stories! Stay awhile for playtime afterward. This program is intended for children ages 2 - 6 and their caregivers.
Read, Baby, Read Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, November 15, 2024
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.
Open Computer Lab and Computer Assistance
Fri, November 15, 2024
11:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Do you need extra assistance on the computer or a longer timeframe to apply for jobs, take a test, or fill out applications? Walk in to receive computer help or call 215-685-1866 to register for a longer computer reservation (up to 1.5 hours) during our open computer lab hours!
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Fri, November 15, 2024
11:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West 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 Judy. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…