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Journaling for Teens
Wed, July 10, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Tacony Library
Participants will receive a notebook to decorate and write or draw in. Write about how your day's going, your plans for the future, or whatever is on your mind. Or compose your own stories and poems. Enjoy a snack while you journal. All supplies provided.
Science in the Summer: Be an Astrobiologist
Wed, July 10, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Be a space scientist this summer! Science in the Summer , in collaboration with The Franklin Institute , is a fun free STEM program for youth entering grades 2 – 6 that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers! Come be an Astrobiologist and find out…
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, July 10, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Children's Department
at
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…
Preschool Storytime
Thu, July 11, 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 11, 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…
Under the Museum
Thu, July 11, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
The Museum of the American Revolution presents Revolution at the Library! Under the Museum. Do you love history? So do we! Go behind the scenes with museum staff to discover cool artifacts from the past, and hear the exciting stories they can tell us. Learn about…
Crafternoon for Kids
Thu, July 11, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Join us for a new self-directed craft every week in July and August! Drop-in on Thursday afternoons 2:00-4:30 p.m. July 11: Origami July 18: Bookmarks July 25: Make Your Own Comic Book August 1: Suncatchers August 8: DIY Jigsaw Puzzles August 15: Scratch Art August 22: Origami August 29:…
Movie and Coloring
Thu, July 11, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library
Enjoy two fun things! Watch a kids movie and do some movie-themed coloring at the same time. For preschoolers and kids up to age 12. Meets most Thursdays, through August 22.
Summer Crafternoons
Thu, July 11, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library
Join us on select afternoons this summer to do arts and crafts! Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. Groups cannot be accommodated at this time; please call to schedule. For children entering Grades K-5.
Science in the Summer: Be a Space Scientist!
Thu, July 11, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library
Explore Mars with GSK and the Franklin Institute's Science in the Summer program! Over five weeks, we will learn about rockets, engineering, astronauts, and more. This program is for children entering 2nd through 6th grade. Pre-registration is recommended as space may be…
Science in the Summer: Be a Planetary Geologist!
Thu, July 11, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Big Question: How can we learn about landscapes on Mars where future astronauts might go? Kids entering grades 2 - 6 can be space scientists this summer at the Falls Library! Science in the Summer is a free science education program that helps elementrary school children "grow…
Science in the Summer
Thu, July 11, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Science in the Summer Let’s explore space! Join us for GSK’s Science in the Summer program! This program is for children entering 2nd through 6th grades. Registration is required as supplies and space are limited. Groups cannot be accommodated.
Fun in the Shade!
Thu, July 11, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Are you ready for some fun in the shade? Cool down with us on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 pm while we play, explore, build, create, and more each week! This program will take place in our Story Hour Room and is intended for our friends 12 and under. Please note that some programs may be…
SAGA: Sexuality and Gender Acceptance Teen Hangout
Thu, July 11, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Field Teen Center
at
Parkway Central Library
Join the Field Teen Center's SAGA (Sexuality and Gender Acceptance) Club! SAGA is a space where LGBTQIA+ youth and their allies can socialize and discuss issues affecting the queer community. Location : Field Teen Center, Ground Floor Parkway Central Library Programs at the Field Teen…
Library Playgroup
Fri, July 12, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
We’ve filled our meeting room with toys good for a range of ages. Come and socialize in the comfort of the library. Groups please call to set up a separate appointment. This program is brought to you by Read, Baby, Read and is made possible by a generous grant from the William Penn…
Drag Queen Storytime
Fri, July 12, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Philly’s favorite drag queen Brittany Lynn is back to read stories in honor of Pride Month & summertime!
Fun-tastic Friday
Fri, July 12, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
LEGOS, Blocks and Stones oh my! Join us every Friday for building time. Children can use their imagination to construct amazing things and complete challenges. Come bring your ideas and creativity to this fun building program.
Fantastic Fridays at Durham!
Fri, July 12, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Join us at for a different activity every Friday throughout Summer of Wonder. From building to crafts, we will have a lot of fun on these Fantastic Friday afternoons.
Board Games for All
Fri, July 12, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library
Join us with friends, or come make new friends! Pick from our selection of board games. Fun for all ages. Meets most Fridays, through August 23.
Build It!
Fri, July 12, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Drop in any time between 2:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to build with LEGO, Magna-Tiles, and more! For children ages 5-12. Younger siblings are welcome (we have blocks for them, too.) No large groups (10+ people) or camp groups please. Children under 7 years old must be supervised by an adult while in…