Storytime

Tue, July 2, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Welsh Road Library

Join us for story time on Tuesdays at 11AM! For ages 3-6. Must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

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Big Kids Story Time

Tue, July 2, 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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Wooden Block Party

Tue, July 2, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Fox Chase Library

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! Tuesdays at 11AM in June and July.

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Music and Movement Storytime

Tue, July 2, 2019 11:00 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…

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Preschool Playtime

Tue, July 2, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Richmond Library

Come play, learn, and get to know each other in our preschool area. Recommended for children ages 4 and under and their caregivers.

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Big Kids (age 2-5) Story Time -

Tue, July 2, 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. Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. Stay for Play Group on Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m. 

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Big Kids Play Group

Tue, July 2, 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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Around the World with the Geography Lady!

Tue, July 2, 2019 12:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

Travel around the world while staying right here in the library! Take a chance to learn about different places and different cultures with Miss Alycia, the Geography Lady.

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Game Day

Tue, July 2, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Richmond Library

Play card, board, and video games!    

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Experiment Garden with Ms. Kesha

Tue, July 2, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Feel the dirt and see what you can grow in our community garden! 

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Ms. Bucci's Book Club for School-aged Children

Tue, July 2, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

 Join us for fun with picture books! Stories, games, and other activities. Children ages 7 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.    

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Builders Club

Tue, July 2, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

What can you build with Legos, Magnatiles, Tegu blocks, cups, and more? Join us for different challenges each week and test your skills. Primarily intended for children ages 6-12 and their families. Siblings always welcome; soft play materials can be provided for infants and toddlers. Day…

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Kids Movie Day

Tue, July 2, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library

Kick back and relax with an entertaining, kid-friendly film.

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LEGO Club

Tue, July 2, 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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A Free Tour of Our Five Senses: A Family Friendly, Interactive Exhibition.

Tue, July 2, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department at Parkway Central Library

Sign up for your free curator-led tour of Our Five Senses, the first family friendly, fully-interactive exhibition at the Free Library. Tours begin at 3:00 p.m and are 45 minutes. While the exhibition is geared for all ages, the suggested minimum age for the tour is 10 years old. Tours are…

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The Build It Challenge!

Tue, July 2, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

We challenge you: what can you build with what we’ve got! Legos, lincoln logs, magnatiles and silly straws...can you do the Build It challenge? For kids ages 11 and under.

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Youth Chess Club

Tue, July 2, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Learn to play or improve your game! Chess Club meets Tuesdays at 4 p.m. in the children's section. No experience necessary, all materials provided.

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Around the World with the Geography Lady

Tue, July 2, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Kensington Library

Travel around the world while staying right here in the library! Get to know about different places and different cultures with Alycia Larson, the Geography Lady.

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Read, Baby, Read Parent Circle

Tue, July 2, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Parent Circle is a series of gatherings that provide support and enrichment to any caregiver with a child ages birth to 2 years around language and literacy development. Expectant parents also welcome!  Caregivers may come solo or bring children along. New topics each week! For more…

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Story Time at the Book Nook at Reading Terminal Market

Wed, July 3, 2019 10:00 A.M.
51 N 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Visit theReading Terminal Market for storytime, with stories, songs, rhymes, music, movement, and more! While there, enjoy all that Philadelphia’s historic public market has to offer. Located in the seating area behind Miller’s Twist. 

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