Community Health Fairs and Farmer's Market

Tue, August 20, 2019 3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Have the opportunity to connect with health resources for you and your family. Each month, we’ll have representatives from local organizations that focus on health, wellness, and community services! If you’re new to the Free Library system, make sure to pop by the book bike to…

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The Mobile CPR Project

Tue, August 20, 2019 3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

The Mobile CPR Project will be hosting free CPR Training at the South Philadelphia Library’s Community Health Fair. To learn more, contact their office at 215-746-4631 or visit www.TheMobileCPRProject.com . * Participants will not receive a certification upon completion of this workshop *

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Kids Yoga

Tue, August 20, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

FREE! Mats are available, or bring your own.  This class will give kids a safe environment to play, explore and experience the wonderful benefits of yoga including grounding, self-expression, balance and flexibility. Class is centered around a series of yoga poses that…

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Club Time

Wed, August 21, 2019 10:00 A.M.
McPherson Square Library

This summer we have set aside a special time to work on bigger projects.  Interested in painting?  Come join our Art Club.  Interested in fixing bicycles? Come join our Bike Club.  Interested in playing chess? Come join our Chess club. Have some other interest?  Come and…

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Storytime in The Garden

Wed, August 21, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Union Baptist Church (19th/Fitzwater)

This free interactive storytime for Pre-K kids and families is rain or shine, and held in the newly redesigned Garden of Eden at the historic Union Baptist Church. Bamboo mats are provided for lawn seating; please bring your own sunscreen and water. In case of bad weather storytime will be held…

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Toddler Storytime

Wed, August 21, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Kensington Library

Join us for toddler storytime! Together, we’ll explore stories and activities that help the reading habit in children . This program is intended primarily for children from one to three years of age and their caregivers, but siblings of other ages are welcome. For more information, contact…

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Storytime!

Wed, August 21, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Kingsessing Library

Join us on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 for storytime! Children aged 3-5 and their grownups are welcome – no sign up required. Just drop on by! Large groups please call in advance so we can be sure we have enough space

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Sekere Live with Mama Binta Nia

Wed, August 21, 2019 12:30 P.M.
Overbrook Park Library

Join us for a live performance, activity, and discussion. The sekere, from Yoruba, is a West African percussion instrument consisting of a dried gourd with beads or cowries woven into a net covering the gourd. The instrument is common in West African and Latin American folkloric traditions as…

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Make Me!!

Wed, August 21, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Bushrod Library

It could be an ART program; it might be a CRAFT to try; maybe we'll be BUILDING something. No matter the activity-, you're sure to have FUN! Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Groups must call to make an appointment. 215-685-1474

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4-H Science Club

Wed, August 21, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Bushrod Library

Science fun made possible through a partnership with Philadelphia County Penn State Extension. Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Groups must call to make an appointment. 215-685-1474

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Storytime!

Wed, August 21, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West

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

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Music Makers

Wed, August 21, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Children 11 and under bring their creativity not only to the music but to the instruments themselves! Come make your own kazoos, guitars, and shakers.  Margaret S. Halloran Family Literacy Series

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Game Night with Mr. Vince

Wed, August 21, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Frankford Library

3rd Wednesdays at 4:30PM

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Game Night!

Wed, August 21, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Bring the family! Light snacks will be served. Play nostalgic board games like Checkers or Sorry and explore contemporary games like Dominion, Exploding Kittens, or Catan.  In partnership with Haven Philly www.havenphilly.com

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Read, Baby, Read Walkers and Talkers Pajama Storytime

Wed, August 21, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Richmond Library

Dance, wiggle, and sing along in our fun storytime for young independent movers.  For babies and toddlers with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.  Text @Portrichmo to 81010 for text reminders!  Read, Baby, Read is a series of fun programs for babies, toddlers and their…

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Sit and Stitch

Wed, August 21, 2019 6:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Join a circle of knitters and crocheters for an informal evening of needlecrafts.  Any skill level welcome, though formal instruction will not be guaranteed. All are welcome!

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Music Play Patrol

Wed, August 21, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Bustleton Library

Music Play Patrol! Join us for the "Universe of Sounds"

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Back to School BINGO!

Wed, August 21, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Come play BINGO at the Library with the whole family!  Check out our new Fall activities! Win back to school prizes too! Program is for school age children, ages 6 and up.  This program is intended for children and their adult caregivers. Day cares and other groups please…

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End of the Summer Celebration

Thu, August 22, 2019 12:30 A.M.
McPherson Square Library

Come join us for an End of the Summer Celebration.  There will be food, music, and games.  Our teen clubs will be giving back to the community doing things like fixing bikes and face painting.  We will be joined by the Friends of McPherson Square, IMPACT Services, and more.…

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Music & Movement with Mr. Ray

Thu, August 22, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library

Music & Movement is a time for the youngest children to sing, dance, and share stories.  

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