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Teen Video Game Hang-out
Mon, July 22, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Gaming and Snacks every Monday at Charles Santore Library! Come solo or with friends to play our Nintendo Switch on the BIG screen. Option to BYO Switch for local or online play. Come hangout, play games, and make friends. The Teen Video Game Hang-out is open to…
Knitting and Crocheting Circle
Mon, July 22, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Miss Merrily shares her knitting skills. All school age children (and parents) are welcome to try their hand at this fun and creative craft. Materials provided.
Coffee & Conversations: An Open Mic Night
Mon, July 22, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for an evening filled with poetry, storytelling, and good vibes. Grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy the show. Whether you're a seasoned performer or just looking to listen, everyone is welcome! Enjoy captivating performances by Purpose, Mo the Poet, Will Newman,…
StitchCraft Crafting Circle
Mon, July 22, 2024
5:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Folks of all ages who knit, sew, crochet, weave, or stitch are welcome to bring their projects and join us to work on them in the company of other crafty people! Some materials and assistance may be provided based on availability.
Table & Top for Teens
Mon, July 22, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Teens in grades 7-12, join us for tabletop roleplay games (similar to Dungeons & Dragons). Very friendly to new folk! You don't have to know anything about pen and paper RPGs and you don't have to join every single game. Bring your dice, bring your own characters, or bring nothing at…
Life at Sea!
Mon, July 22, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Climb aboard as we learn about life on a privateer ship, including what as a sailor you might have eaten, what their job might have been, and how they would have passed the time. Meet some of the Revolution's most famous sailors, like Philadelphian James Forten. Learn how to…
Family BINGO
Mon, July 22, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Whitman Library
Come play BINGO at the library! Children ages 5 and up, teens and their accompanying adults are welcome to attend. We’ll have prizes for everyone! No need to register, just show up. No large groups or camp groups please due to limited space. 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Whitman Library meeting…
Read To A Therapy Dog Program
Mon, July 22, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Readers of all ages can read to Cene and Huey, our certified therapy dogs! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too!
Community Game Night
Mon, July 22, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Enjoy board games? Looking to socialize? Meet up with Neighbors? Have fun? Bring your favorite board games - Scrabble, Chess, Taboo, Pictionary, Ticket to Ride, or a card game, and get set to have some fun. Penny Scott will be your Game Night co-hostess. Are you interested in…
Movie with Irv
Mon, July 22, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
Join us for a movie with Irv Silkin! Sponsored by the Friends of Fox Chase Library.
Read, Baby, Read! Baby Storytime
Tue, July 23, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Join Ms Dana for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay for playtime immediately following storytime! Intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Participants receive a free board book at each session!* Read, Baby, Read is a series of programs focused on language and…
Kids' Nature Club
Tue, July 23, 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…
Free Intermediate English Classes with IAC
Tue, July 23, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Tacony Library
Free English Classes by IAC Summer Session July 8 – August 8, 2024 Mondays through Thursdays 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays: Beginner Level Tuesdays and Thursdays: Intermediate Level Improve your ability to read, write and speak English!…
Read, Baby, Read: Baby Outdoor Storytime
Tue, July 23, 2024
11:10 A.M.
Roxborough Library
Join us for baby songs, stories and dancing with Mr. Rich - outside, at the entrance to Gorgas Park! Dress for jumping around! Meets most Tuesdays. Come one time, or all the time!
Science in the Summer: Be a Robotics Engineer
Tue, July 23, 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 a Robotics Engineer and design a rover to…
Summer: Teen Tuesdays
Tue, July 23, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Calling all teens - bring your friends and join us for gaming, crafts, movies/anime, food and more. Drop in for a round of Super Smash Bros or build the ultimate playlist with us all afternoon. Snacks and free books provided. For youth, grades 7-12th Program runs from 1:00pm-4:00pm. Sign Up for…
Citizenship Class Session
Tue, July 23, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
We are excited to offer Free Citizenship Classes in West Philadelphia starting in July! District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund will host an In-Person Citizenship Class at the Walnut Street West Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia on Tuesdays and…
Craft of the Week
Tue, July 23, 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.…
Project Poetry
Tue, July 23, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Project Poetry Tuesday, June 25 at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 2 at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 9 at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 16 at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 23 at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 30 at 2:00 p.m. Join us for poetry activities and crafts such as blackout poetry, Mad Libs poetry, and miniature…
Board Games for Kids & Teens
Tue, July 23, 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.…