Summer Reading Kickoff

Mon, June 3, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Come on out to sign up for the Summer Reading Game! For children and teens ages 6-18.

Young Adult School Age Preschool Other Great Programs Family Programs Summer Reading

Teen Summer Reading Kick-Off: Mini-Zines

Mon, June 3, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library

Celebrate the start of summer by creating a mini-zine, a tiny book made from a single sheet of paper. This workshop will be taught by an artist from the Soapbox Community Print Shop and Zine Library. Youth 12-19 who sign up for Summer Reading will get free prizes and enter a raffle for free…

Young Adult Workshops and Enrichment Art Summer Reading

Story to Stage Playwriting Class

Mon, June 3, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library

Calling All Students in Grades 4-7!!! Are you interested in theater? Do you like to write? Would you like to learn how to write a play and perform it for an audience? Join us for a free playwriting class on Mondays from March 25 through June 3 More info and registration at…

School Age Other Great Programs Workshops and Enrichment Literacy Literature Performing Arts children's literature

Summer of Wonder Kick-off Party | Reptiles around the World!

Mon, June 3, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Sign up for summer reading and enjoy an exciting show about reptiles around the world, presented by Raging Reptiles!  We will also have prize raffles!  For all ages This program is supported by Friends of Lovett Library.

Adult Young Adult School Age Preschool Toddler Senior Family Programs Summer Reading Animals and Nature

Amazing Mr. Q!

Mon, June 3, 2019 4:00 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library

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

School Age Preschool Family Programs Live Performances Summer Reading

Official First Day of Summer of Wonder

Mon, June 3, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Haddington Library

Join us for a celebration to kick-off the first day of Summer of Wonder! A talented Face Painter will be joining us from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. And there will be games, activities, prizes, and tons of fun!

Young Adult School Age Preschool Other Great Programs Summer Reading

Summer Reading Kickoff Party

Mon, June 3, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Come sign up for Summer Reading. There will be Food, Games, Arts & Crafts and free Books.   

School Age Preschool Toddler Family Programs Community Events Summer Reading

¡A Conversar! Spanish Practice for Kids, Teens, and Adults

Mon, June 3, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Kensington Library

Has your Spanish gotten rusty? Do you have nagging questions about grammar and vocabulary? Stop by to practice conversing in Spanish, pick up new vocabulary, and connect with other Spanish learners. ¡Conversemos! For more information, or to let us know you’re coming, contact Sara…

Adult Young Adult School Age Discussion and Participation Language Study

LEGO Playtime

Mon, June 3, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Frankford Library

 LEGO play time every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month at 4PM

School Age Preschool Other Great Programs Children Summer Reading LEGO Five Senses

Read With A Dog!

Mon, June 3, 2019 4:15 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

Independent readers are invited to read with Wally, a certified therapy dog.  Share a new book or an old favorite in a judgement free space.  Space may be limited.

School Age Other Great Programs Summer Reading PAWS Read to a Dog

Game Time – In or Out

Mon, June 3, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library

Tabletop and Garden Games.

Young Adult School Age Other Great Programs Games and Gaming Summer Reading

Teen Space – DIY Maker

Mon, June 3, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library

Teens and tweens ages 12 and up are invited to our Teen Monday programs in June!

Young Adult Other Great Programs Summer Reading Teens

Read, Baby, Read: Storytime at Powers Park

Mon, June 3, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Powers Park - 2965 Almond St. Philadelphia, PA 19134

Help your child learn through stories & songs at Powers Park! Weather permitting. Text @Portrichmo to 81010 for text reminders. Weather cancelations will be announced via this text service – sign-up highly recommended! If canceled due to weather, storytime will be held at Richmond…

Toddler Baby Family Programs Storytimes Environment & Nature Family Literacy

English Conversation Group

Mon, June 3, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Please join us for a free conversation hour as you build your confidence in speaking English. Topics may involve small talk, holidays and customs, and common slang. Participants will get to practice speaking in a casual environment and meet other international adults. This program will be held…

Adult New Americans New Americans ESL

English Classes

Mon, June 3, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Tacony Library

Learn how to speak English! Rolling admission/Walk-ins welcome! Taught by IndoChinese American Council. For more information, please call 215-457-0272 x. 108.  

Adult Senior New Americans New Americans ESL ESL - English as a Second Language

Summer Reading Kickoff: 3-2-1 Blast Off Into Books!

Mon, June 3, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Holmesburg Library

Summer Reading Kickoff:  3-2-1 Blast Off Into Books! Brian Richards will perform a 45 minute show filled with magic, comedy, story-telling, and audience participation designed to get kids excited about reading and the library. Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult…

School Age Preschool Other Great Programs Family Programs Children Summer Reading Five Senses

Yoga Workshop

Mon, June 3, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Join the Friends of PCI for their next series of yoga workshops. All levels of expertise are invited. Bring your own mat or towel. Registration for each session is required; please sign up at the PCI Reference Desk.  

Adult Other Great Programs Health and Wellness Body, Mind & Spirit Yoga Health

Friends of Whitman Library Meeting

Mon, June 3, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Whitman Library

New schedule! The Friends of the Whitman Library will be holding their monthly on the first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. New friends are always welcome. The focus of this meeting will be program planning, fundraising, and new member recruitment.      

Adult Community Events

Grow Microgreens & Sprouts

Mon, June 3, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Nutritious and delicious! By growing your own tiny greens, you can save money and have something super fresh and healthy to snack on or add to your salads, sandwiches, or smoothies. You don't need much more than a windowsill worth of space to do it!

Adult Young Adult Other Great Programs Environment & Nature

Spinning Yarns

Mon, June 3, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

For those who knit and crochet, bring your latest project and enjoy a relaxing, low-key evening of crafting at the library.  All fiber arts are welcome. This program is intended for adults.    

Adult Senior Arts and Crafts Programs arts & crafts