Events: Calendar of Events

Many in-person programs are cancelled or postponed. Check out our virtual programming , which you can watch or join in from home.

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In-Person Baby Storytime with Miss Mary!

Mon, June 28, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Join Miss Mary Mondays at 10:30 am at Shakespeare Park (across the street from the library on Vine St) for Baby Storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, and fun! This program is intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Weather-permitting. Please check CCD's social media for…

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Virtual Storytime

Mon, June 28, 2021 11:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Enjoy picture books, poetry, and more for ages 4 and up! Posted Mondays at 11am.. Posted Mondays at 11am. FB @ LillianMarreroBranch IG @ LillianMarreroLibrary

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Virtual Messy Mondays

Mon, June 28, 2021 1:00 P.M.
Virtual

Join Ms. Naomi in making a big mess! Pictures and instructions for fun sensory play with common household items. Geared at children of all ages. Everyone needs time to make a mess! Remember kids, at the library our motto is "We make messes and then we clean them up." so be sure to…

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Grab and Go Activity Kits

Mon, June 28, 2021 2:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Stop by our Summer Reading table to grab your weekly activity kit! Each week we’ll explore a different theme through take home crafts and activities. You can catch a sneak peak of each week’s theme on our Facebook page or the @cobbscreeklibrary Instagram. For children ages 6 and up,…

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Picture Book Walk

Mon, June 28, 2021 3:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library

Picture book walks will be set up along the grounds of the library every two weeks. Apple Pie Fourth of July

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VIRTUAL Mindfulness Activity for Children & Families

Mon, June 28, 2021 4:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Each Monday at 4:00 p.m., find a new Mindfulness Activity for Children & Families in our Instagram & Facebook stories. Join Ms. Becky for journaling prompts, breathing exercises, read-alouds, guided meditation, positive affirmations, self-care activities, and more! Learn to…

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[Outdoors] Garden Storytime at Donatucci Library!

Tue, June 29, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library

Join Miss Sunita for In-person Storytime in the Donatucci Garden every Tuesday at 10am! Masks (for kids over 2) and social distancing required. Space is limited; first-come first-served. Ages 0-5. Bring Your Own Blanket. Note: Weather permitting. Please call 215-685-1755 or check our…

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VIRTUAL Story Club!

Tue, June 29, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

How many ways can you tell a story? Check in with Ms. Scout for a weekly story prompt and then write, draw, tell, sing, dance, or build your response! Instagram: @freelibraryccd Facebook: ParkwayCentralChildrens Twitter: @ParkwayCCD

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Virtual Storytime with Penny the Bunny

Tue, June 29, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Katharine Drexel Library

Virtual Storytime: Enjoy stories and songs with Penny the Bunny and Miss Carole in our pre-recorded storytime posted on select Tuesday mornings at 10:00! Find us on the Katharine Drexel Branch Library Facebook page.

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Storytime with Mr. John!

Tue, June 29, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library

Join Mr. John for Storytime on Facebook live ( Fumo Family Library ) Tuesdays at 10:00 am! Enjoy stories, songs, and fun! This program is intended for preschoolers.

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Parkway Pals Storytime at Sister Cities Park

Tue, June 29, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Sister Cities Park

Friends 12 and under are welcome to join Miss Mary at Parkway Pals in Sister Cities Park for storytime and a to-go craft (while supplies last)! Enjoy stories, songs, and fun! This program is in collaboration with Center City Districts. Weather permitting so please check social media day-of…

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Outdoor Preschool Storytime

Tue, June 29, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Richmond Library

Join Ms. Meghan in front of the library for stories, songs, and fun at our in-person, outdoor storytimes! Participants will be asked to wear masks (ages 2+) and to distance themselves from other groups. Space may be limited. Recommended for ages 4 and under with caregivers. Siblings welcome.…

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Outdoor Preschool Storytime

Tue, June 29, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Richmond Library

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Student Meal Distribution

Tue, June 29, 2021 12:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Student Meal Distribution, 12 to 2 pm Visit Olney Library to pick up FREE a seven meal kit, complete with breakfast and lunch, juices and milk! One box per child. First come, first served. Graciously provided by the Nutritional Development Services of the…

Virtual PAWS for Reading: Read to a Therapy Dog

Tue, June 29, 2021 3:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Join us on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 3:00-4:00 p.m. to read to a therapy animal friend from PAWS for people on a live video conference. Reading to a dog helps children develop confidence and skills for reading aloud! Register here: https://tinyurl.com/PAWSFreeLibrary

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Virtual-Would You Rather

Wed, June 30, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library

Virtual Would you Rather Wednesdays? Play the popular game with us on social media with your family at home or comment with your answers! Questions will be added to Olney Library's Facebook and Instagram accounts by 10 am.

In-Person Music and Movement with Ms Naomi!

Wed, June 30, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Join Ms Naomi Wednesdays at 10:30 am at Shakespeare Park (across the street from the library on Vine St) for Music and Movement! Enjoy songs, dance, and fun explorations of rhythm and movement! This program is intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. As per City of…

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Storytime and Giveaways

Wed, June 30, 2021 11:00 A.M.
David Cohen Ogontz Library

Join us for a storytime, outside, with Mr. Tom. During this time we will have some giveaways including books, snack cups and water bottles. You can also sign up for our summer reading program - Summer of Wonder. Look for us in the parking lot, or the playgound next door. This…

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Crafts in the Garden!

Wed, June 30, 2021 1:00 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Learn something new each week. This week, we will decorate bird houses or bird feeders. This program is for families - adults, teens, and children, but children under 8 must be accompanied by a caregiver. The program runs from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Space is limited and…

Summer Reading Outside

Wed, June 30, 2021 2:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Join us outside at our Summer Reading table! Sign up for Summer Reading and get your swag bag with supplies, ideas, prizes and more, or stop by to grab a snack, share your progress, grab a free book and enter our end of summer raffles! Wednesdays and Fridays between 2:00 p.m. and…

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