Mon, July 1, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Richmond Library

Indoor and outdoor fun and games for children and teens.

Mon, July 1, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Enjoy an afternoon movie at the Library.

Mon, July 1, 2019 1:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Ground your mind and body with Mindfulness Meditation and Chair Yoga.

Mon, July 1, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Kids ages 6-18: do you have a story to tell? Are you the next big playwright, screenwriter, graphic novelist, or poet? Whether you already have story ideas or still need inspiration, come enjoy some snacks and brainstorm! All forms of creative writing are welcome and snacks will be provided.

Mon, July 1, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Holmesburg Library

Create your own craft!  We supply the materials, you bring the creativity.  Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Mon, July 1, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Join us to play with wooden blocks in the library. Children ages 3 to 6 and their caregivers are encouraged to imagine, build, and create!

Mon, July 1, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Kids, it’s your turn to make a grown-up read! Pick a parent, grandparent, or other adult relative to read the following books with you. Discuss them together, then come to the library for our book club. Best of all, you get to keep the books!   Rising Kindergarten – 1st grade:…

Mon, July 1, 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.  

Tue, July 2, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Walnut Street West

GSK Science in the Summer™  is a fun and free science education program sponsored by GSK and administered by The Franklin Institute, which introduces students to the wonderful and fascinating world of science. Through classes held in local public libraries and…

Tue, July 2, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Dance, wiggle and sing along in our fun storytime for young independent movers. Siblings are always welcome at our programs. Preschools and other groups, please call to schedule alternate visits. Please contact Liz Heideman at 215-685-6621 for further information. These programs are supported by…

Tue, July 2, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library

Join us for stories, songs, and activities, with time to socialize and play with the library's toys after storytime! These programs are intended for children three years old and younger, accompanied by a caregiver.  Daycares, please call for separate appointments.  For more…

Tue, July 2, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Whitman Library

Join us for rhymes, songs, movement activities, and stories! This program is intended for babies thru preschoolers and their caregivers; older siblings are always welcome. Daycares and other groups should call the Children's Librarian at 215-685-1754 to schedule their own storytime session.

Tue, July 2, 2019 10:15 A.M.
Charles Santore Library

Storytime can be more than just books! Join us for songs, fingerplay and bounces galore!

Tue, July 2, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Richmond Library

Join Miss Meghan for stories, songs, and activities. Recommended for children 4 and under and their caregivers. Siblings always welcome. Groups must schedule their own visit.

Tue, July 2, 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. …

Tue, July 2, 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.

Tue, July 2, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Join us for Storytime at 10:30 followed by time to play and explore with blocks and toys. 

Tue, July 2, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Whitman Library

Socialize and play with the library's toys after storytime! This program is intended for children 0-5 years old and their caregivers; older siblings are always welcome. Daycares and other groups should call the Children's Librarian at 215-685-1754 to schedule their own library visit.

Tue, July 2, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Independence Library

Let’s share new picture books and classic stories, cheery sing-alongs, movement activities, and adorable “make and take” crafts! You can apply for your child’s very first library card!! For ages 1 to 4 years with parent/caretaker. To schedule a group program, call…

Tue, July 2, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Wyoming Library

For ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Groups please call ahead to book a reservation 215-685-9159