Amazing Mr. Q!

Fri, May 31, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Widener Library

The Amazing Mr. Q performs hilarious magic, puppets, mischief, and mayhem.

School Age Preschool Family Programs Live Performances Summer Reading

Hands-On Tour: Shakespeare the Poet

Fri, May 31, 2019 3:00 P.M.
The Rosenbach

Shakespeare’s youthful narrative poems made his reputation as a writer; his sonnets continue to bewitch and bewilder readers, and the poems in his plays cast spells, calm seas, and unite lovers. Through looking at editions of Shakespeare from the early 17th through the late 19th century,…

Adult Young Adult Workshops and Enrichment Literature

Build It!

Fri, May 31, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Build with LEGO, Magna-Tiles, Keva Planks and more! For ages 7 and up.

School Age Preschool Family Programs Children LEGO

Construction Club

Fri, May 31, 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

Knitting With Miss Merrily

Fri, May 31, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

Miss Merrily shares her knitting expertise after school on Fridays. All school age children (and parents) are welcome to try their hand at this fun and creative craft. Materials provided.

Young Adult School Age Arts and Crafts Programs Teens Knitting arts & crafts

Whitman Illustrated

Now through Fri, May 31, 2019 3:40 P.M.
Art Department at Parkway Central Library

A selection of Walt Whitman illustrated editions and other works by artists inspired by the American poet, such as Wharton Esherick, Antonio Frasconi and Leonard Baskin, from the collections of the Art & Literature Departments on the occasion of his 200 year anniversary. In…

Adult Young Adult Senior Exhibitions Art LGBTQ Literature Poetry printmaking Book Arts

LEGO Club

Fri, May 31, 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…

School Age Other Great Programs LEGO

Slam Your Senses

Fri, May 31, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department at Parkway Central Library

Attention all teens! Join your friends for a special teen reception (this means free food!) followed by a Poetry Slam performance on Friday May 31 from 4:00–5:30 p.m. in the Rare Book Department.   This free program in offered in conjunction with Our 5 Senses,…

Young Adult Live Performances Discussion and Participation Rare Books, Manuscripts, & Digital Collections Special Collections Teens Five Senses

Friends of Fox Chase Library Book Sale and Craft Demonstration

Sat, June 1, 2019 9:00 A.M.
Fox Chase Library

Join us for the Friends of Fox Chase Library book sale and craft demonstration Saturday June 1 from 9:00-3:00   Bake Sale, 50/50 Raffle and Face Painting for kids from 11-1. Help raise funds for Library programs and materials, have fun, and get signed up for Summer Reading!   ***The…

Adult Young Adult School Age Preschool Senior Other Great Programs Fundraising Summer Reading

Stories Make the World: An Introduction to Storytelling

Sat, June 1, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Literature Department at Parkway Central Library

What is the Storytelling Tradition? What are the techniques? How can they be used in various situations – in the classroom, by teachers, for example?   At a storytelling “slam,” or as a basic way to pass along individuals’ stories, and stories of ethnic…

Adult Young Adult Discussion and Participation Workshops and Enrichment

Roots2Rise Wellness: Yoga on the Rooftop Summer Series

Sat, June 1, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

Join Roots2Rise for an eight week yoga series on the beautiful rooftop at Parkway Central Library! You're invited to $5.00 yoga every Saturday--beginning June 1 and continuing through July 20--from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. All proceeds go towards yoga and wellness programming in neighborhood…

Adult Young Adult Senior Community Events Yoga

Good Morning Yoga

Sat, June 1, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Kingsessing Library

A yoga class for people of all skill levels and abilities, made possible by the generous support of Studio 34. Mats are available, or you can bring your own. Must be 16 or older. 

Adult Other Great Programs Yoga

Read, Baby, Read Storytime

Sat, June 1, 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…

Toddler Baby Family Programs Children Family Literacy

Read, Baby, Read Play Group

Sat, June 1, 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…

Toddler Baby Family Programs Children Family

Preschool Storytime

Sat, June 1, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library

Join us on selected Saturdays for stories and songs!  For children ages 3 to 5, along with an adult caregiver. Daycares and camps - please call to set up your own special visit.

Preschool Other Great Programs Family Programs Storytimes Children Literacy

Beginner's Knitting Class

Sat, June 1, 2019 11:30 A.M.
Fumo Family Library

Leap into spring by learning how to knit! Class starts on Saturday, April 27th from 11:30-1 for 6 weeks.  Students need to supply their own needles, 8" to 10" US Size 8 (5mm) straight needles in wood/bamboo, metal, or plastic though wood/bamboo is preferred. Practice yarn will be…

Adult Young Adult Arts and Crafts Programs Family Teens Knitting

Stories in the Square

Sat, June 1, 2019 11:30 A.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!

Preschool Family Programs Storytimes Family Summer Reading

Cookbook Club

Sat, June 1, 2019 12:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Do you enjoy cooking and eating with friends? Join us one Saturday a month as we explore a new cookbook. We’ll each choose a recipe from the featured cookbook, prepare it at home, and bring it to the library, where we will share a meal together. Registration is required and space is…

Adult Health Programs Culinary Literacy Cooking & Nutrition Health

Shakespeare Free Read-Aloud Group: Love’s Labour’s Lost

Sat, June 1, 2019 1:00 P.M.
The Rosenbach | 2008 Delancey Place, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Reading Shakespeare’s plays aloud offers not only a communal way to enjoy these great works but also promotes a deeper understanding of Shakespeare’s poetry and wordplay. No acting experience is required to participate — just bring a copy of the play we’re reading……

Adult Other Great Programs Rosenbach Museum & Library

Spanish Conversation Group

Sat, June 1, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Join us for conversation and community. For intermediate Spanish speakers.  Spanish speakers who would like to improve their English are also welcome.  

Adult Young Adult Senior Discussion and Participation Other Great Programs Language Study