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LEAP: Art Day!

Mon, June 2, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Haverford Library

Let your creativity shine! Join us from 3:00–5:00 PM for hands-on art projects and crafts like bracelet making and more.

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Teen Leadership Team

Mon, June 2, 2025 4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

What books and video games do you want to see at your library? What programs and services should we have for teens? Join us for conversation and snacks from Small Oven Pastry Shop! Open to all ages 12-18. *Community service hours are available.*

Chair Yoga with Lindsey

Mon, June 2, 2025 5:45 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

Chair Yoga is a form of yoga that uses a chair as the main prop versus a traditional mat. This makes the practice more accessible to those that have trouble putting pressure on the knees and wrists, and is suitable for all levels and ages. The program will be taught by Lindsey Gill, a certified…

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LEAP: Homework Help

Tue, June 3, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Haverford Library

Need a little extra support with your assignments? Drop by for personalized homework assistance to help you stay on top of your studies. We’ll be here to help you tackle tough subjects and boost your confidence. Tuesdays and Thursdays after school, for grades K to 12.

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Wonder Lab

Tue, June 3, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Virtual

Wonder Lab Description: Step into the lab to test out cool science experiments and other STEM challenges every Tuesday at 3:30pm. Designed for curious minds ages 7 - 14. Fun and learning await! Image: Science Robot Girl image attached

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Free Library Chess Club

Tue, June 3, 2025 4:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement at Parkway Central Library

Are you looking for a place to play chess, or are you interested in learning how to play? Join us on Tuesdays from 4:00-7:00 pm in the Heim Center on the First Floor. We have 20 chess sets and a limited amount of clocks available for use, or feel free to bring your own. RSVP at Facebook…

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Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Wed, June 4, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Art Department at Parkway Central Library

Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Wednesdays from 2-4:30 pm in the…

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Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Wed, June 4, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness at Parkway Central Library

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Wednesday STEAM LEAP Activity

Wed, June 4, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

An activity that changes from week to week to explore language, art, and/or STEM topics in the children's section from 3pm-4:45pm.

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LEAP: Science Day!

Wed, June 4, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Haverford Library

Explore the wonders of science with experiments and interactive activities like paper plane making and more! Meet us from 3:00–5:00 PM to discover something new and exciting.

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Art with Zerbe

Wed, June 4, 2025 3:30 P.M.
McPherson Square Library

Join us and learn some art skills from Mural Artist – John Zerbe

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Craft & Create

Wed, June 4, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Widener Library

Description: Calling all kids ages 7 - 14! Show off your creative side during an afternoon of crafting every Wednesday at 3:30pm. All materials will be provided.

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Origami + Crafts with Ms. Safiya

Wed, June 4, 2025 4:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Origami + Crafts with Ms. Safiya and Master the art of paper-folding on Wednesdays at 4 pm. Learn how to make paper animals, flowers, and more during our after-school program.

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LEAP: Homework Help

Thu, June 5, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Haverford Library

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Mr. Bey’s Builder’s Club

Thu, June 5, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Can you build a house with running water and lights using cardboard? Come find out on Thursdays at 3:30 pm! This program is geared towards school aged children and teens!

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Treasures from the Literature Vault

Thu, June 5, 2025 4:00 P.M.
Literature Department at Parkway Central Library

Do you love old books? Then join us for Treasures from the Vault– a casual, hands-on book club program spotlighting items from the Literature vault! The vault, home to our closed reference collections, is a treasure trove of hundreds of fascinating pieces of literary history. This program…

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Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Thu, June 5, 2025 5:00 P.M.
Art Department at Parkway Central Library

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Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Thu, June 5, 2025 5:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement at Parkway Central Library

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Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Thu, June 5, 2025 5:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness at Parkway Central Library

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Exhibition: The Voices of Sisterly Affection

Now through Thu, June 5, 2025 5:00 P.M.
Field Teen Center at Parkway Central Library

Philadelphia's motto was officially expanded to "The City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection" by the efforts of the godmother of Black Music Month, Dyana Williams. To continue amplifying the female voice in discussions about our city, SIMBY Presents: The Voices of…