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Play Group
Wed, August 21, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Whitman Library
Come play at the library! Toys for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers will be set up in the children's area of the library 10:30-11:30 a.m. This program is for children under 5 years old. No sign up necessary, just show up! Large groups will not be permitted due to space.
Read Baby Read Storytime
Wed, August 21, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Fox Chase Library
“Read, Baby, Read” on Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces. This program is intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. Read, Baby, Read is a series of programs focused on language and literacy development…
Preschool Storytime at Gateway to Brandywine St Park
Wed, August 21, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Every Wednesday morning, meet us at the Gateway to Brandywine St Park to enjoy stories, songs, and movement. This program is intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. For large groups or classes, please call to schedule a library visit. Cancellations due to weather…
Read, Baby, Read Storytime
Wed, August 21, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Wadsworth Library
Come join Ms. Dee for songs, stories, rhymes and lap time most Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m.! Stick around for playtime afterward. This program is intended for ages 0 - 24 months, along with their caregivers.
Storytime at Franklin Square
Wed, August 21, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Independence Library
Join Ms. Chen for storytime every other Wednesday (4/3 – 9/18)! There will be storytelling, songs, rhymes, dancing, and crafts in the Pavilion at Franklin Square (6th and Race St.) as we explore different themes throughout the spring, summer, and fall! Bubbles and fun crafts at the end of…
Chair Yoga for Adults in the Garden
Wed, August 21, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Ground your mind and body with a full hour of FREE chair yoga. This is a twist on traditional yoga, making it accessible for any age or ability.
Movie Matinee
Wed, August 21, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join us for a screening of a newly released film in our downstairs meeting room. Please contact the library for movie titles (215-685-6621).
Science in the Summer: Be an Astrobiologist!
Wed, August 21, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth 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. Today we will talk about being an Astrobiologist. This program is for children entering 2nd through 6th grade. …
Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, August 21, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, August 21, 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…
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, August 21, 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…
Crafting Party! for K-12
Wed, August 21, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
School-age kids are invited to make a new craft each week! All supplies provided.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, August 21, 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, August 22, 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…
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Thu, August 22, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for books, songs & dancing! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers
Story Adventures with Thembi Palmer
Thu, August 22, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Children will move through a story with actions, exercise, dance and yoga. Dramatic and pretend play will keep little ones engaged, while giving them a workout for their body and mind. Our journeys can take us into outer space, camping in the wilderness, or deep into the jungle,…
Chinese Storytime - ä¸æ–‡æ•…事時間
Thu, August 22, 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.
Citizenship Class Session
Thu, August 22, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
We are excited to offer Free Citizenship Classes in West Philadelphia starting in July! District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund will host an In-Person Citizenship Class at the Walnut Street West Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia on Tuesdays and…
Crafternoon for Kids
Thu, August 22, 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. August 22: Origami August 29: Assortment of crafts from previous weeks! No camp groups or large groups (8+ people) allowed due to limited space and supplies. Craft schedule is…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, August 22, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Independence 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 Stan. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…