Tyler Kepner | K: A History of Baseball in Ten Pitches

Mon, April 29, 2019 7:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Cost: FREE

The national baseball writer for the New York Times  since 2010, Tyler Kepner began his career as a teenager, interviewing players for a homemade magazine that garnered him national attention. His first book,  The Phillies Experience: A Year-by-Year Chronicle of the Philadelphia…

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Through this Lens: African American Photographers

Now through Tue, April 30, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Art Department at Parkway Central Library

This exhibition of books and other materials from the collections of the Art Department offers a look at the camera work of African American artists from the earliest days of photography to today. In addition to photographers like Augustus Washington, Gordon Parks and Lorna Simpson, this…

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Measuring Program Effectiveness

Tue, April 30, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Regional Foundation Center at Parkway Central Library

Attendees will learn how to identify program outcomes by creating or refining an already existing program logic model which each participant will work on during the workshop.  Attendees will be shown, using best practices, how to develop a client survey in order to measure program…

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Storytime

Tue, April 30, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Whitman Library

Join us for rhymes, songs, movement activities, and stories! This program is intended for babies thru preschoolers and their caregivers; older siblings are always welcome. Daycares and other groups should call the Children's Librarian at 215-685-1754 to schedule their own storytime session.

Preschool Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children

Toddler Storytime

Tue, April 30, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library

Join us for stories, songs, and activities, with time to socialize and play with the library's toys after storytime! These programs are intended for children three years old and younger, accompanied by a caregiver.  Daycares, please call for separate appointments.  For more…

Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children

Music and Movement Storytime

Tue, April 30, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Dance, wiggle and sing along in our fun storytime for young independent movers. Siblings are always welcome at our programs. Preschools and other groups, please call to schedule alternate visits. Please contact Liz Heideman at 215-685-6621 for further information. These programs are supported by…

Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children

Baby and Toddler Storytime

Tue, April 30, 2019 10:15 A.M.
Charles Santore Library

Bring your little one for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes and bounces. This program is intended for children birth to 14 months and their caregivers. Groups can call to arrange a visit at 215-686-1766.

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Baby Storytime

Tue, April 30, 2019 10:15 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library

A lap-sit storytime with stories, songs, and bounces for babies and their caregivers. Daycares and groups please call the children's librarian at 215-685-1866 to make an appointment.

Baby Family Programs Storytimes Children

Preschool Storytime

Tue, April 30, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Roxborough Library

Join us for stories, songs and rhymes.  This program is designed for children ages 3 to 6 years old, along with an adult.

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Storytime!

Tue, April 30, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West

Young children and families are invited to join us for stories, songs, and activities!

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Play Group

Tue, April 30, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Whitman Library

Socialize and play with the library's toys after storytime! This program is intended for children 0-5 years old and their caregivers; older siblings are always welcome. Daycares and other groups should call the Children's Librarian at 215-685-1754 to schedule their own library visit.

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Preschool Storytime

Tue, April 30, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Richmond Library

Miss Meghan invites children ages 1 to 4 and their caregivers to join her for stories, songs, and activities. Siblings are always welcome. Daycares should call for separate appointments. For more information, please contact Miss Meghan at 215-685-9992.

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Spring Storytime

Tue, April 30, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Join Ms. Dana for stories, songs and silliness.  Recommended for ages 2 and up, and their parents and caregivers.

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Toddler Storytime at Widener Library

Tue, April 30, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Widener Library

Join us for Toddler Storytime every Tuesday where we will explore exciting new worlds through stories, songs, and crafts.  Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.  Older siblings are welcome! Daycares welcome by appointment only.

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Preschool Storytime

Tue, April 30, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Tacony Library

Preschool Storytimes For children ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver Enjoy stories, songs, and activities/playtime for the kids! Tuesdays at 10:30          

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Walking Club

Tue, April 30, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library

Exercise your body and mind. Weather permitting, we will meet outside the Fumo Library and walk two blocks to Marconi Park. We will then walk around the park, and end up back at the library. Please wear sneakers or comfortable walking shoes.

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Computer Basics

Tue, April 30, 2019 11:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library

This class will introduce you to basic computer skills like understanding how to utilize your mouse and keyboard, searching the internet, creating documents, and sending e-mail.  

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Music and Movement Storytime

Tue, April 30, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Dance, wiggle and sing along in our fun storytime for young independent movers. Siblings are always welcome at our programs. Preschools and other groups, please call to schedule alternate visits. Please contact Liz Heideman at 215-685-6621 for further information. These programs are supported by…

Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children

Preschool Playtime

Tue, April 30, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Richmond Library

Come play, learn, and get to know others in our preschool area. Recommended for children ages 4 and under and their caregivers.

Preschool Family Programs Children Wooden Block Party

PreK Storytime

Tue, April 30, 2019 11:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Dance, listen, and sing along in this story time for independent movers. Stay after story time for a make and take craft. Daycares and groups please call the children's librarian at 215-685-1866 to make an appointment.

Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children