Reading (Super) Heroes

Wed, July 17, 2019 2:00 A.M.
Logan Library

Do you want to practice your reading skills while having fun?  Join our Super Hero Reading Buddy program which will pair an adult with a young reader.  You can earn stickers for each book you read.  For kids in Kindergarten through 3rd grade.  

School Age Other Great Programs Literacy Summer Reading Read by 4th

Club Time

Wed, July 17, 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…

School Age LEAP Family Programs Art Children Crafts & Hobbies Family Makers & Makerspaces Teens Chess Bicycling

Jams! in the Park @ Dickinson Square

Wed, July 17, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library

Meet us in the park for stories, music, and a sensory activity. 

School Age Preschool Family Programs Storytimes Children Family Summer Reading

Storytime in The Garden

Wed, July 17, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Union Baptist Church (19th/Fitzwater)

This free interactive storytime for Pre-K kids and families is rain or shine, and held in the newly redesigned Garden of Eden at the historic Union Baptist Church. Bamboo mats are provided for lawn seating; please bring your own sunscreen and water. In case of bad weather storytime will be held…

School Age Family Programs Storytimes Children Summer Reading

Preschool Storytime

Wed, July 17, 2019 10:30 A.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Bnng your little ones to hear stories, sing songs, and move all around.  For toddlers and preschoolers.

Preschool Toddler Other Great Programs Storytimes Summer Reading

Toddler Storytime

Wed, July 17, 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…

Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children Family Summer Reading

Open Climb

Wed, July 17, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Climb and play in the library! Our climbing wall and assortment of toys encourages imaginative play and boosts children’s learning and development. Closed-toe shoes required. Use of wall subject to staff availability. Children ages 6 and under must be accompanied by a responsible…

Preschool Family Programs Health Programs Children Family Summer Reading Health

Preschool Storytime

Wed, July 17, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Andorra Library

We will read a few books, dance to a few songs, and learn a new rhyme with Sign Language along with Children's Librarian - Miss Molly.  For kids ages 2 to 5 years old, along with an adult caregiver. Children and parents can work on listening and participation skills together.  If…

Preschool Toddler Other Great Programs Storytimes

Storytime!

Wed, July 17, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Kingsessing Library

Join us on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 for storytime! Children aged 3-5 and their grownups are welcome – no sign up required. Just drop on by! Large groups please call in advance so we can be sure we have enough space

Preschool Family Programs Storytimes Children Literacy

Wednesdays of Wonder: Yogapalooza with Bari Koral

Wed, July 17, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Catch a concert in Downward Dog! Beloved recording artist and kids yoga educator Bari Koral presents Yogapalooza! Bari and her excellent band will take kids and families on a rockin’ music and movement adventure. Together we’ll learn popular yoga poses with a dancing bear, pop like…

School Age Preschool Toddler Family Programs Community Events Live Performances Body, Mind & Spirit Children Family Free Library of Philadelphia Health & Fitness Music Yoga Health Five Senses

Laptop Lounge

Wed, July 17, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Frankford Library

Brush up on your computer skills using our in-house laptops with our Digital Resource Specialist.  Space may be limited.

Adult Young Adult Senior Computer Classes Computers Databases & Electronic Resources Digital Collections

Intermediate ESL Class

Wed, July 17, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West

PEDAL@GSE ESL Classes are FREE for adults (17 years+); Registration is preferred. REGISTER IN PERSON AT THE LIBRARY. Classes sponsored by the Penn GSE Educational Linguistics Division.

Adult Senior New Americans New Americans ESL

Open Computer Lab

Wed, July 17, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Work on a special project and get one-on-one assistance. Lab is open for 2 hours. This class is offered on a first come, first served basis and space is limited. Register in the lab, by signing the clipboard.

Adult Senior Computer Classes Other Great Programs Computers

Computer Basics

Wed, July 17, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Welcome to Computer Basics! You will learn about the monitor, control buttons, and ports. You will also improve your mouse, keyboard, and typing skills.

Adult Young Adult Senior Computer Classes Technology

Summer Craft Days

Wed, July 17, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library

Join us anytime between 12:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for hours of fun craft activities. June 12 - Jewelry making July 17- Artistic book binding  

Young Adult School Age Preschool Arts and Crafts Programs Summer Reading arts & crafts

Open Computer Lab

Wed, July 17, 2019 12:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

The computer lab will be open from 12 PM to 4 PM. Assistance from library staff is available.    

Adult Career Workshops Computer Classes Computers

CADEkids

Wed, July 17, 2019 12:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

: Come join a fun learning environment with other students this summer. CADEkids offers a 6-week series for youth to practice skills needed for success in school and in life. Through role-play and group-building activities, we will promote goal-setting, conflict reduction, awareness of harmful…

School Age Family Programs Storytimes Children

#slayinspirecreate jr.

Wed, July 17, 2019 12:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

Come slay at the art game! Explore the work of famous artists then create your own masterpieces.

School Age Family Programs Art Summer Reading

Friendship Bracelets

Wed, July 17, 2019 12:30 P.M.
Haddington Library

Young Adult School Age Arts and Crafts Programs Summer Reading

Reading Mathing Making: Literacy Wednesdays with Penn GSE

Wed, July 17, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

This hands on class taught by UPenn graduate students will give young readers a chance enjoy a variety of literacy activities focused on the book of the week.  All activities are for young learners ages 10-13.

School Age Other Great Programs Children Literacy Summer Reading