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Under the Sea Storytime
Fri, June 13, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Overbrook Park Library
Dive into ocean tales and fishy fun with Ms. Sa-de as we explore the Oocean blue.
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Snakes Alive!
Fri, June 13, 2025
1:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Join snake expert Scott Prior for a fun, interactive presentation of live snakes (all harmless) from around the world. We'll learn general information on types of snakes, their habits, care and conservation, and he will help dispel any negativity or fears. If you dare, you may be…
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Exploring Nature at Lovett Memorial Library
Fri, June 13, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Come explore nature right here at Lovett Library. This program will help all ages experience the natural world right in our own neighborhood. What can we find that is colorful, fuzzy, sticky, smooth or fragrant? Can we tune out the city traffic to hear a crow, red-bellied…
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Snakes Alive!
Sat, June 14, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join snake expert Scott Prior for a fun, interactive presentation of live snakes (all harmless) from around the world. We'll learn general information on types of snakes, their habits, care and conservation, and he will help dispell any negativity or fears. If you dare, you may…
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Performance & Parade with Philly Goat Project!
Mon, June 16, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Please join us and our friends from Philly Goat Project on Monday, June 16th for a live, interactive performance - starring goats! - outside in Shakespeare Park at 10:30am, followed by a goat parade and storywalk! Participants will also have an opportunity to meet the goats and…
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Summer of Wonder Kick-Off Party with The Philly Goat Project
Tue, June 17, 2025
12:30 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
Kids and teens are invited to the library to kick-off the Summer of Wonder with The Goat Project and Taffy the Entertainer! Enjoy a story walk with the goats and free food and drink. Taffy will offer face-painting and balloon animals for children. While you're here, make sure to sign up for…
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Owl Pellet Dissection: What’s Inside?
Tue, June 17, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Owls have some weird eating habits! Follow along with the Center for Aquatic Sciences as we learn more about owls & figure out what owl pellets are, why owls make them, & finally, what’s inside!? Hint: bones! Note: no live birds will be in attendance
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Snakes Alive!
Tue, June 17, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Join us for an interactive presentation of live snakes (all harmless) from around the world! Snake expert Scott Prior will share information on snake types, habits, and diet, and help dispel any negativity or fears. If you dare, you may be able to touch one! No large groups permitted due to…
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Let’s Go Neighborhoods: DIY Watershed
Wed, June 18, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Let’s Go Neighborhoods is bringing free nature lessons to your community! Visit our activity van to experiment with water, learn about birds, do crafts and more. Join these family friendly sessions and connect to environmental education in a new way Let’s Go Neighborhoods is a…
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Philly Goat Project!
Fri, June 20, 2025
2:00 P.M.
David Cohen Ogontz Library
Join us in welcoming the Philly Goat Project to Ogontz Library! We will meet and interact with these furry friends, including a mini nature walk and Goat Storytime. All ages welcome. **Raindate Friday June 26 2pm-4pm**
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Read To a Therapy Dog
Mon, June 23, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Readers of all ages can read to Huey, our certified therapy dog! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too! You may wish to call in advance day-of to confirm that…
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Center for Aquatic Sciences: Squid Dissection
Tue, June 24, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Take a deep dive into the world of aquatic invertebrates as we explore the characteristics of these strange animals and examine one up close. For every 2 students the dissection will include 1 squid and a set of tools. Limited space, first come, first served (32 students).
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Snakes Alive!
Tue, June 24, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Join snake expert Scott Prior for a fun, interactive presentation of live snakes (all harmless) from around the world. We'll learn general information on types of snakes, their habits, care and conservation, and he will help dispell any negativity or fears. If you dare, you may…
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Bartram’s Garden at the Library
Tue, June 24, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Our friends from Bartram’s Garden will come visit the library to share nature lessons, crafts and activities with our neighbors. Join us in the outdoor storycircle in nice weather or indoors at the children’s area activity tables in rain or excess heat.
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Teen Hangout
Wed, June 25, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Calling all 7th - 12th graders! Hangout with us this summer, for low-key Summer of Wonder meet-ups just for you. We'll have snacks, games, art supplies, books, and more. Meets June 25; July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30; August 8. Come one time, or all the time! This program will take place in…
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Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, June 25, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Young readers are invited to share stories with Cene, a local certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Children can take turns of up to ten minutes reading aloud in a judgment free space. Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver. Space may be limited; first come,…
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Owl Pellet Dissection
Thu, June 26, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Owls are amazing birds of prey, but they have some weird habits around the dinner table. Follow along with an instructor as we learn a little more about these birds, figure out what owl pellets are, why owls make them, and finally, what's inside!? This program is presented by The Center for…
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Bird Walk
Thu, June 26, 2025
3:15 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Thursdays are for the birds! Join South Philly Library for a walk to Columbus Square Park & catch a glimpse of some neighborhood birds. We will have some binoculars and bird guides available for use during the program to help identify the birds we see. Note: We'll meet at Columbus…
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Bugs & Butterflies Storytime
Fri, June 27, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Overbrook Park Library
Garden Walk and insect story hour with Ms. Sa-de.
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Birding with the Feminist Bird Club
Sat, June 28, 2025
8:00 A.M.
Andorra Library
Join us for a bird outing on the Manayunk Tow Path. We're teaming up with the Feminist Bird Club! We'll start at Shawmont and Nixon, and walk along the Schuylkill River Trail toward the Flat Rock Dam. No experience is needed, all are welcome. Birds have long captivated…