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Origami + Crafts with Ms. Safiya
Wed, April 30, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Origami + Crafts with Ms. Safiya and Master the art of paper-folding on Wednesdays at 4 pm. Learn how to make paper animals, flowers, and more during our after-school program.
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Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, April 30, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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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…
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Uke Troop! Get Started on Ukulele!
Wed, April 30, 2025
6:30 P.M.
Music Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join our beginner’s level workshop! Wednesday nights from April 16th to May 21st. RSVP for our step-by-step, six class series at tinyurl.com/uketroop We'll cover the basic chords, how to tune and hold the uke, and some basic strumming patterns. Players of all ages and abilities…
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Exhibition | Secretary to the People: Sheryl Oring Uses a Typewriter to Activate Democracy with Art on the Streets of Philly and Beyond
Now through Wed, April 30, 2025
8:00 P.M.
First Floor Gallery West
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Parkway Central Library
This multimedia installation showcases over 20 years of work by artist Sheryl Oring. With her “I Wish to Say” project, in which she dresses as a 1960s secretary and takes her typewriter to public spaces such as libraries and parks to document people’s hopes, fears, and…
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LEAP Movie Day!
Thu, May 1, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Join us for a family-friendly movie on the 3rd floor, every Thursday starting at 2:30pm! This event happens during LEAP ( L iteracy E nrichment A fterschool P rogram), the library's FREE Daily Drop-In After School Program, happening every day Monday through Friday from…
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LEAP: Homework Help
Thu, May 1, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Haverford Library
Need a little extra support with your assignments? Drop by for personalized homework assistance to help you stay on top of your studies. We’ll be here to help you tackle tough subjects and boost your confidence. Tuesdays and Thursdays after school, for grades K to 12.
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Thursday LEAP Construction Club
Thu, May 1, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Create with LEGO and other building toys 3pm-4:45pm in the meeting room.
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Mr. Bey’s Builder’s Club
Thu, May 1, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Can you build a house with running water and lights using cardboard? Come find out on Thursdays at 3:30 pm! This program is geared towards school aged children and teens!
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Treasures from the Literature Vault
Thu, May 1, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Literature Department
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Parkway Central Library
Do you love old books? Then join us for Treasures from the Vault– a casual, hands-on book club program spotlighting items from the Literature vault! The vault, home to our closed reference collections, is a treasure trove of hundreds of fascinating pieces of literary history. This program…
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Library Playgroup
Fri, May 2, 2025
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
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Family Storytime
Fri, May 2, 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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Friday LEAP After School Games
Fri, May 2, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Board games and puzzles featured from 3pm-4:45pm in the children's section (or we can move this into the meeting room if it becomes disruptive)
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LEAP: Game Day!
Fri, May 2, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Haverford Library
End the week with fun and games! From board games to group challenges, come enjoy some friendly competition and laughter from 3:00–4:00 PM.
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Video Game Fridays
Fri, May 2, 2025
3:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Join the LEAP’s Mr. Bob and play some video games afterschool
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Yoga Classes with Peace Fingers Studio
Fri, May 2, 2025
3:15 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library
Join us for a fun and engaging Kids Yoga Adventure! This class is designed for children to learn yoga poses and calming relaxation techniques. The goal is to help kids develop physical strength, flexibility, and mindfulness in a supportive and non-competitive environment. No…
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LEAP Fun Fridays!
Fri, May 2, 2025
3:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Celebrate the end of the school week with an afternoon of fun! Each week we will feature a different craft, game, or activity.
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Gaming Fridays
Fri, May 2, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Widener Library
Description: Children ages 7-14 are welcome to join us for a fun-filled afternoon every Friday at 3:30 pm of gaming where we'll play all kinds of games!
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Chess Club
Fri, May 2, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
For kids and teens, weekly on Fridays at 3:30 pm Join us on Fridays for chess club! All skill levels welcome.
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Python Programming with Girls Who Code
Fri, May 2, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Roxborough Library
Do you like playing video games? What about... making them? Join Navita from Girls Who Code and learn to use Python to program your own games. This workshop will run for six sessions and is aimed at middle schoolers (in grades 5 - 8). Sign up at …
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Lectura en voz alta de la Sra. Eve
Fri, May 2, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
¡Únase a nuestra líder después de la escuela, la Sra. Eve, para una tarde divertida de historias!