Literacy Lab

Sat, May 18, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Tacony Library

Literacy Lab is a small group literacy instruction program for students in 1st to 3rd grade who struggle to read on grade level. Tacony Library will host two sessions of the Literacy lab program on Saturdays from November 17th until May 18th.  Session I – 12:00 to…

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Literacy Lab

Sat, May 18, 2019 2:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library

Literacy Lab is a small group literacy instruction program for students in 1st to 3rd grade who struggle to read on grade level. McPherson Square Library will host two sessions of the Literacy lab program on Saturdays from November 17th until May 18th.  Session…

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Cub Scouts

Sat, May 18, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Paschalville Library

Cub Scouting is fun! You can learn to tie knots, set up a tent, or shoot a bow and arrow, send a secret code, hike, and more.  Start your adventure! Kids in first through fifth grade are welcome to join.

School Age Other Great Programs

Literacy Lab

Sun, May 19, 2019 1:15 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library

Literacy Lab is a small group literacy instruction program for students in 1st to 3rd grade who struggle to read on grade level. Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library will host two sessions of the Literacy Lab program on Sundays from November 18th until May 19th.  Session I…

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Literacy Lab

Sun, May 19, 2019 1:15 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Literacy Lab is a small group literacy instruction program for students in 1st to 3rd grade who struggle to read on grade level. Northeast Regional Library will host two sessions of the Literacy lab program on Sundays from January 6th – May 19th. Session I – 1:15 to 2:45…

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Literacy Lab

Sun, May 19, 2019 1:15 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Literacy Lab is a small group literacy instruction program for students in 1st to 3rd grade who struggle to read on grade level. Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library will host two sessions of the Literacy Lab program on Sundays from November 18th until May 19th. …

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Suite Talk II: Dance

Sun, May 19, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Music Department at Parkway Central Library

Free talk and performance. May 19th, 3pm-4:30pm, Music Department How to dance like Bach. We will discuss Bach’s dance suites in detail, how the form evolved through time, and how it influenced the featured commissions. This is part 2 in a series:  SUITE TALK Hosted by…

Adult Young Adult School Age Workshops and Enrichment Speakers and Lectures Live Performances Free Library of Philadelphia Music Performing Arts

Literacy Lab

Sun, May 19, 2019 3:15 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Literacy Lab is a small group literacy instruction program for students in 1st to 3rd grade who struggle to read on grade level. Northeast Regional Library will host two sessions of the Literacy lab program on Sundays from January 6th – May 19th. Session I – 1:15 to 2:45…

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Literacy Lab

Sun, May 19, 2019 3:15 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Literacy Lab is a small group literacy instruction program for students in 1st to 3rd grade who struggle to read on grade level. Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library will host two sessions of the Literacy Lab program on Sundays from November 18th until May 19th. …

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Literacy Lab

Sun, May 19, 2019 3:15 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library

Literacy Lab is a small group literacy instruction program for students in 1st to 3rd grade who struggle to read on grade level. Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library will host two sessions of the Literacy Lab program on Sundays from November 18th until May 19th.  Session I…

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Movie Matinee

Mon, May 20, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Enjoy an after school movie at the library.

Young Adult School Age Preschool Film Screening Children Teens

Crafty Monday

Mon, May 20, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Make a seasonal craft This program is intended for children and their caregivers. Day cares and other groups please call to schedule an appointment.

School Age Family Programs arts & crafts

Family BINGO

Mon, May 20, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Come play BINGO at the Library with the whole family! Prizes too! Program is for school age children, ages 6 and up.  This program is intended for children and their caregivers. Day cares and other groups please call to schedule an appointment.

School Age Family Programs Children Games and Gaming

Family BINGO

Mon, May 20, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Come play BINGO at the Library with the whole family! Prizes too! Program is for school age children, ages 6 and up.  This program is intended for children and their caregivers. Day cares and other groups please call to schedule an appointment.

School Age Family Programs Children Games and Gaming

Read to a PAWS Therapy Dog

Mon, May 20, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Bella the French Bulldog will be at Whitman Neighborhood Library for one-on-one reading sessions. She is a PAWS trained therapy dog who provides a judgement free environment and allows children to open up and feel comfortable about reading aloud. This program is geared toward ages 6-12, but…

School Age Family Programs Storytimes Children Pets PAWS Read to a Dog

The Urban Landscape And The World Around Us

Tue, May 21, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library

What does the city look like without people? How does nature reclaim these man-made environments and return them to a wild state? We’ll explore how plants and animals thrive in urban environments and how the city might change after humans. Presented by educators from Bartram's Garden

School Age Discussion and Participation Workshops and Enrichment Art Children Animals and Nature

LEGO Day

Wed, May 22, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Join other children and explore your creative side with Legos. Mega-blocks available for smaller children; all materials provided.

School Age Other Great Programs Children Family LEGO STEM

Healthy Hangout

Wed, May 22, 2019 4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Students of all ages are welcome to our Healthy Hangout! Staff from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia will be here after school with healthy activities and information on health topics for kids.  

Young Adult School Age Health Programs Health

PAWS for Reading—Read with Sophie!

Wed, May 22, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library

Readers of all ages and stages are invited to read aloud to a well-trained therapy animal in order to improve their reading and communication skills. Since pets don’t correct mistakes, there is no pressure to “perform” and reading becomes a fun, positive, enjoyable experience.…

School Age Family Programs Children Family Literacy PAWS Read to a Dog

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Family Art Workshops

Thu, May 23, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Wyoming Library

PAFA staff provides community-based art lessons during out of school time to participating students, families and community members. Workshops are held during after-school hours using a drop in model, with no registration required providing an out-of-school setting for families to…

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