LEGO Club

Mon, September 30, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Logan Library

Can't keep your hands out of a tub of LEGOs?  We can't either! Do you dream of building something amazing with LEGOs?  We do too! If this is you, come join us!  Work on the building assignment or let your imagination soar and build a creation all your own. Work to…

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TRIPOD: Conversations with Place

Now through Mon, September 30, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Art Department at Parkway Central Library

The  Writers Room 's second annual Canon TRIPOD photo exhibition is on view throughout Pepper Hall, home of the Art & Literature Department . Head up to Art & Literature on the 2nd floor of Parkway Central, look for the photos hanging on and above…

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Chess Club for Children

Mon, September 30, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

Thanks to the After School Activities Partnerships (ASAP), we now have several chess coaches to help you learn to play or improve your game.  This program is intended for school age children, grades 2-12.  

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Pre-K Storytime

Tue, October 1, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Queen Memorial Library

Join us as we read, sing, dance, and learn together! Playtime following storytime. Older siblings are always welcome. For additional information, please call or email Miss Liz at 215-685-1899 / gardinere@freelibrary.org.  

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Story Jams!

Tue, October 1, 2019 10:30 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Story Jams is a playgroup centered around play and positivity that includes storytime, music, dancing, and sensory exploration! This program is held outdoors at DiSilvestro Rec Center, enter on Morris St. behind the library. In case of inclement weather, we will be inside the library. …

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Help your child develop literacy skills through the arts at our Lunchtime Literacy Through Music and Art for Families Program!

Tue, October 1, 2019 11:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library

Communicating about and through the arts at the Fishtown Community Library with Art Sphere Inc. will provide exciting ways for families to create art and make music together while helping children communicate their thoughts, feelings and ideas about their favorite books, themselves and their…

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Homeschool Hangout

Tue, October 1, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Come to the library to play literacy and math games with other homeschool families! For children ages 11 and under.  Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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Yoga Fun

Tue, October 1, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Yoga stories, yoga songs, yoga games, and yoga adventures with Ms. Becky! Stretch, relax, and build strength with fun activities for children ages 11 and under. Children ages 6 & under must be accompanied by a caregiver.

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Story Time at the Book Nook at Reading Terminal Market

Wed, October 2, 2019 10:00 A.M.
51 N 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Visit theReading Terminal Market for storytime, with stories, songs, rhymes, music, movement, and more! While there, enjoy all that Philadelphia’s historic public market has to offer. Located in the seating area behind Miller’s Twist. 

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Garden Time

Wed, October 2, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Widener Library

Join us in making our library and neighborhood greener and more beautiful.  Ages 7-12.

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Builder Club

Wed, October 2, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Let's build with LEGOs, Keva planks, Magna-Tiles and more! Best for ages 3 and up.  

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Kids' Chess Club

Wed, October 2, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Widener Library

Learn or hone your chess skills with other kids!  Ages 7-12.

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Construction Club

Thu, October 3, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library

Children aged eight and younger, accompanied by a caregiver, are invited to join us as we build with wooden blocks, magnetic tiles, Lincoln Logs, Mega Bloks, and more, with people, animals, and vehicles to inhabit their creations! In addition to being a lot of fun, construction play supports the…

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Chess Club

Thu, October 3, 2019 4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Learn to play chess or improve your game! Students of all ages, and all levels welcome.  Register with Prashant at GhoksheP@freelibrary.org.  

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LEGO Club

Thu, October 3, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Calling all young engineers! Join us for an afternoon of building and collaborative, creative play with LEGO bricks. Build a kit or make a creation of your own design! Children ages 6-12. 4:00-5:00 p.m. Part of the Margaret S. Halloran Family Literacy Programming Series

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Yoga and Mindfulness for Kids

Thu, October 3, 2019 4:45 P.M.
Andorra Library

We will be offering free kids yoga and mindfullness for the LEAP afterschool program on Thursdays. Please plan to wear comfortable, flexible clothing and bring a yoga mat if you have one (mats may be available for kids that do not have their own).  Please arrive 5 minutes early to sign…

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Yoga at the Library

Fri, October 4, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Join us for an hour-long, weekly yoga class which will offer participants a judgment free space for gentle movement, quiet meditation and guided breath work. Our aim will be to decrease perceived levels of stress, and increase overall well being. This class is recommended for all ages and…

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Pre-K Storytime

Fri, October 4, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Queen Memorial Library

Join us as we read, sing, dance, and learn together! Playtime following storytime. Older siblings are always welcome. For additional information, please call or email Miss Liz at 215-685-1899 / gardinere@freelibrary.org.  

School Age Family Programs Storytimes Children

Construction Club

Fri, October 4, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Richmond Library

Build with LEGOs, MagnaTiles, KEVA planks, Straws & Connectors, and more. All ages welcome. Children under seven must be accompanied by an adult.

School Age Preschool Family Programs Children

LEGO Club

Fri, October 4, 2019 3:45 P.M.
Andorra Library

Can't keep your hands out of a tub of LEGOs?  We can't either! Do you dream of building something amazing with LEGOs?  We do too! If this is you, come join us!  Work on the building assignment, check out a project in one of our many LEGO books, or let your imagination soar…

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