Play Circle

Fri, August 2, 2019 10:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Every Friday, join us for play time to connect with other families. Children and their caregivers are encouraged to imagine, build, create, and play! Drop-in anytime between 10 and 12. Blocks and other toys will be provided. Groups and daycares, please call the Children’s Librarian…

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Peace

Now through Fri, August 2, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Art Department at Parkway Central Library

In partnership with the Free Library of Philadelphia,  Friends, Peace, and Sanctuary  invites you to experience this groundbreaking exhibition, available for quiet contemplation surrounding the true meaning of peace and tranquility. Featuring artists’ books by individual…

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Read, Baby, Read Storytime

Sat, August 3, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Read! Sing! Play! Help your child learn through stories, songs, and fun activities. All programs are for children ages birth through 24 months and their caregivers. Expecting parents and siblings welcome.  Read, Baby, Read is a series of fun programs for babies, toddlers and…

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Read, Baby, Read Play Group

Sat, August 3, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Join us for play time and connecting with other families. All programs are for children ages birth through 24 months and their caregivers. Expecting parents and siblings welcome. Childcares and groups, please call the library to make an appointment.  Read, Baby, Read is a…

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Sundays on Stage: Two of a Kind - Going on an Adventure

Sun, August 4, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

The award-winning musical duo Two of a Kind present a family performance of imaginative songs about dinosaurs, pirates, reading, books, and more, with plenty of opportunities for audience participation. Seating is on a first-come, first-seated basis.Late seating is at the discretion of the…

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Baby & Toddler Storytime

Mon, August 5, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Books, songs, rhymes and bounces for children (birth to 23 months) and their caregivers!

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Maker Mondays

Mon, August 5, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

This hands on class taught by UPenn graduate students will give young engineers a chance to tinker and experiment with a variety of building techniques based on the book of the week.  In Conjunction with UPenn's Urban Teaching Apprenticeship Program

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Stories in the Square

Mon, August 5, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Join Free Library of Philadelphia staff for stories, activities, and the Summer Reading Game. Meet at the goat statue in Rittenhouse Square!

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Family Movie Night

Mon, August 5, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Join us for a family-friendly movie in the Community Meeting Room. Tonight - Mary Poppins Returns.   Refreshments will be served and you may also bring your own snacks.  

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Bop and Cha-Cha

Mon, August 5, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Mondays at 6:30! Join us for a fun time! Learn how to Bop and Cha-Cha, or show off your moves. No experience necessary. All ages invited! ***Classes provided by the North 5th Street Revitalization Project***

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Summer Concert Series | Hidden Treasure Jazz Group

Mon, August 5, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Hidden Treasure is a band based out of the Philadelphia Suburbs for the last 20 years that provides a compelling blend of high quality Jazz in various styles ranging from Smooth Jazz, Traditional, Fusion, R&B, and Latin Jazz. They have performed at numerous venues, including the Berks County…

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Toddler Storytime and Playgroup

Tue, August 6, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Widener Library

Join us for songs, stories, and activities, with time to play with the library’s toys after!  For children aged four and younger.  Daycares by appointment only.  Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

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Big Kids Story Time

Tue, August 6, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Stories, songs, rhymes, music, movement, and lots of fun for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers! Free! No registration required. Children's Department Story Hour Room School, camp, and daycare groups - please call to schedule a visit. 215-686-5369

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Big Kids Play Group

Tue, August 6, 2019 11:30 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Creative Play for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers!  Children's Department Story Hour Room. Free. No registration required.  School, camp, and daycare groups - please call to schedule a visit. 215-686-5369

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Literacy Tuesdays

Tue, August 6, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Young readers will enjoy a variety of literacy activities focused on the book of the week.   In Conjunction with UPenn's Urban Teaching Apprenticeship Program

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LEGO Club

Tue, August 6, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Eastwick Library

Build amazing things  with LEGOS during this fun children’s program. ** teachers and group leaders  - please call to schedule a special individualized program **

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Club Time

Wed, August 7, 2019 10:00 A.M.
McPherson Square Library

This summer we have set aside a special time to work on bigger projects.  Interested in painting?  Come join our Art Club.  Interested in fixing bicycles? Come join our Bike Club.  Interested in playing chess? Come join our Chess club. Have some other interest?  Come and…

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Toddler Storytime

Wed, August 7, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Kensington Library

Join us for toddler storytime! Together, we’ll explore stories and activities that help the reading habit in children . This program is intended primarily for children from one to three years of age and their caregivers, but siblings of other ages are welcome. For more information, contact…

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Math Wednesdays

Wed, August 7, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

This hands on class taught by UPenn graduate students will give young mathematicians a chance to play math games and try out activities based on the book of the week.  In Conjunction with UPenn's Urban Teaching Apprenticeship Program

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Music Makers

Wed, August 7, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Children 11 and under bring their creativity not only to the music but to the instruments themselves! Come make your own kazoos, guitars, and shakers.  Margaret S. Halloran Family Literacy Series

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