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Science in the Summer: Be a Space Scientist!
Wed, July 24, 2024
2:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
The Free Library is teaming up with The Franklin Institute for a free, informal science summer program for children. The goal of Science in the Summer is to increase children's interest and confidence in doing science and pursuing STEM careers!
Wacky Science
Wed, July 24, 2024
2:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Wacky Science Wednesday, July 24 at 2:30 pm Tackling several science concepts, this Mad Science show will amaze with magic tricks and experiments featuring slime-making, static electricity, and dry ice! This program is for families with children of all ages.
Teen Smash Bros Tournament
Wed, July 24, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Field Teen Center
at
Parkway Central Library
We're hosting a Smash Bros Tournament! Put your skills to the test and compete against your friends. Location : Field Teen Center, Ground Floor Parkway Central Library Programs at the Field Teen Center are open to individuals ages 12 to 18. Organized groups (including camp…
Lego Club
Wed, July 24, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Explore your creativity and build friendships with weekly Lego challenges and games! Questions? Email BeelerW@freelibrary.org or call the phone number below.
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, July 24, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Independent readers and children who are learning to read are invited to practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Yes, you can pet them, too! Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program & each child will be assigned…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, July 24, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteers Robin and Ted. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Kids' Summer Book Club
Wed, July 24, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join us every fourth Tuesday this summer for the One Crazy Summer book club and spend the summer back in time with the Gaither sisters! Each month we'll focus on one of the three books in this award-winning series by Rita Williams-Garcia, which follows Delphine, Vonetta, and Fern…
Queer Comics Club
Wed, July 24, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join us for a biweekly book club for young adults aged 14-24 where we'll explore and discuss graphic novels and manga that center queer stories and voices.
July New Play Reading Series
Wed, July 24, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Literature Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us on July 24th and July 31st to hear two new plays brought to life by actors and afterwards meet the cast and playwright. You might just be meeting the next Suzin Lori Parks or Quiara Alegría Hudes! Truth Speakerz (working title) by Kirstie…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, July 24, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Natalia. The group will meet in HEIM 131/132 on the first floor. …
Basic English Literacy
Thu, July 25, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Southwest CDC, 6328 Paschall Avenue, 19142
Do you know an adult who wants to learn English and does not know how to read or write? The Free Library of Philadelphia is offering a FREE basic English literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills in English. For more information, call 215-686-8664 or email…
Read, Baby, Read Storytime & Play Group
Thu, July 25, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Richmond Library
Join Ms. Meghan for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces for babies with caregivers. Stay after Storytime to play. Siblings welcome. Text @ricbaby to 81010 for reminders. This program is made possible by a generous grant from the William Penn Foundation.
Storytime Adventures!
Thu, July 25, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Join Miss Liz for Storytime Adventures on Thursday mornings at 10:30am, where we'll explore a new theme each week! Stay after storytime for playtime. Intended for preschoolers ages 3+ and their caregivers, but all are welcome. This program will be held on the…
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Thu, July 25, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for books, songs & dancing! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers
Music with Ms. Molly!
Thu, July 25, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
These sessions are based on music appreciation, learning rhythms, incorporating elements of early childhood education into music, and are most of all, fun! Classes are themed around various children's interests, such as space, boats, monsters, trucks, animals and more. We will also…
Preschool Storytime
Thu, July 25, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Katharine Drexel Library
Preschool Storytime Thursdays, June 13, 27, July 11, 25, Aug 1, 8 10:30 a.m. Join us for fun stories, songs, and fingerplays! For children ages 3-5 accompanied by an adult.
Outdoor Read, Baby, Read Storytime
Thu, July 25, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Oak Lane Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! We will meet on the front lawn outside of the library. If it's over 85 degrees by 9:00 a.m., we will meet inside. Best for children from birth to age 2; siblings welcome. Most Thursdays through August 15. Read, Baby, Read is made…
Chinese Storytime - ä¸æ–‡æ•…事時間
Thu, July 25, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
ä¸æ–‡æ•…事時間 Stick around for Chinese storytime! All are welcome to come read, sing and learn at our storytime entirely in Chinese. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Morning Movie for Adults
Thu, July 25, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Fox Chase Library
Join us for a movie in the morning! Sponsored by the Friends of Fox Chase Library.
Free Intermediate English Classes with IAC
Thu, July 25, 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!…