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Family Storytime at Parkway Pals!
Tue, August 6, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for a Family Storytime and to-go craft, while supplies last! This in-person, outdoor storytime will take place at Sister Cities Park and is in collaboration with Center City District. In the case of bad weather, the program will be cancelled with no make up date (check our…
Kids' Nature Club
Tue, August 6, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Oak Lane Library
Stop and smell the flowers! Learn about plants, bugs, birds, weather, and more with fun activities. If it's below 85 degrees, we will meet outside on the front lawn; if not, we will be inside. Best for children entering grades K-5 on Tuesdays, through August 13. An ASL interpreter is…
Science in the Summer: Be an Astrobiologist
Tue, August 6, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Be a space scientist this summer! Science in the Summer , in collaboration with The Franklin Institute , is a fun free STEM program for youth entering grades 2 – 6 that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers! Come be an Astrobiologist and find out…
Craft of the Week
Tue, August 6, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Katharine Drexel Library
Craft of the Week Tuesdays, June 11, 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug 6 2:00 p.m. Visit the library on select Tuesdays this summer to make our Craft of the Week! Space is limited, seating is first-come, first-served. For children in K-5th grade, preschoolers are welcome with an accompanying adult.…
Board Games for Kids & Teens
Tue, August 6, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Drop in any time between 2:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to play board games like Sorry, Candy Land, and many more! Games will be available to play on the children's side of the library. No large groups, please (10+ people) due to space constraints. For children ages 5-12, teens and their families.…
Builders Club
Tue, August 6, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library
Create with Legos and other building activities, guided with a goal in mind. We'll work on a different theme each time. Meets most Tuesdays from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., through August 20. Best for ages 3 - 12.
Growing Up Mindfully with CADEKids
Tue, August 6, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
Join us for an eight-week series towards helping youth develop self-regulation, communication, and conflict resolution skills. Kids will have fun with engaging activities, will learn about their important roles in their communities, and discover how to solve issues without violence or…
Chess Club for Kids and Teens
Tue, August 6, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Learn to play chess, or learn to play better chess! This program is intended for school age children and teens, grades 2-12.
Within These Walls: Washington's War Tent
Tue, August 6, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
The Museum of the American Revolution presents Within These Walls: Washington's War Tent! What does it take to protect the Commander in Chief? Join George Washington’s Honor Guard and learn about life on campaign, meet the men and women who keep Washington's home away from home…
Family Story Drumming with Julius Rivera
Tue, August 6, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Story drumming combines read-alouds with syllabic rhythms to offer an engaging way of experiencing the joy of drumming. Words and phrases are used as scaffolds to help participants access rhythm patterns. This way of learning reinforces musical skills and supports literacy and language…
Summer of Wonder Wednesdays
Wed, August 7, 2024
1:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Wednesdays are wonder-ful at South Philadelphia Library! Join us for activities and crafts, to track your summer reading, check out new books, and win prizes!
Science in the Summer: Be a Space Scientist!
Wed, August 7, 2024
1:00 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library
Explore Mars with GSK and the Franklin Institute's Science in the Summer program! Over five weeks, we will learn about rockets, engineering, astronauts, and more. This program is for children entering 2nd through 6th grade. Pre-registration is recommended as space is…
Science in the Summer
Wed, August 7, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library
Science in the Summer Let’s explore space! Join us for GSK’s Science in the Summer program! This program is for children entering 2nd through 6th grades. Registration is required as supplies and space are limited. Groups cannot be accommodated.
Science in the Summer: Be a Spacesuit Designer!
Wed, August 7, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library
Explore Mars with GSK and the Franklin Institute's Science in the Summer program! Over five weeks, we will learn about rockets, engineering, astronauts, and more. Today we will talk about being a Spacesuit Designer. This program is for children entering 2nd through 6th…
Science in the Summer- Be a Spacesuit Designer
Wed, August 7, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Be a space scientist this summer! Science in the Summer , in collaboration with The Franklin Institute , is a fun free STEM program for youth entering grades 2 – 6 that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers! Come be an Astrobiologist and find out…
Science in the Summer: Be a Space Scientist!
Wed, August 7, 2024
2:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
The Free Library is teaming up with The Franklin Institute for a free, informal science summer program for children. The goal of Science in the Summer is to increase children's interest and confidence in doing science and pursuing STEM careers!
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, August 7, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Independent readers and children who are learning to read are invited to practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Yes, you can pet them, too! Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program & each child will be assigned…
Foam Party Summer Finale
Thu, August 8, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Richmond Library
Play in mountains of foam and bubbles outside the library! Wear something that can get wet! Swim shoes and a change of clothes are also a good idea. In case of rain, program will be rescheduled. Text @ricschool to 81010 for reminders.
Foam Party Summer Reading Finale!
Thu, August 8, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Richmond Library
Play in mountains of foam and bubbles outside the library! Wear something that can get wet! In case of rain, program will be rescheduled. Text @ricschool to 81010 for reminders.
Crafternoon for Kids
Thu, August 8, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Join us for a new self-directed craft every week in July and August! Drop-in on Thursday afternoons 2:00-4:30 p.m. August 8: DIY Jigsaw Puzzles August 15: Scratch Art August 22: Origami August 29: Assortment of crafts from previous weeks! No camp groups or large groups (8+ people) allowed due to…