African Mythology

Tue, February 19, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Explore African Mythology through images and stories.

School Age Family Programs Black History Month LEAP African American Children Education Family Makers & Makerspaces Teens History arts & crafts

Sit and Stitch

Wed, February 20, 2019 6:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Join a circle of knitters and crocheters for an informal evening of needlecrafts.  Any skill level welcome, though formal instruction will not be guaranteed. All are welcome!

Adult Family Programs Crafts & Hobbies Crochet arts & crafts

Artsy Thursday

Thu, February 21, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Widener Library

Explore using various mediums and materials to create art. Paint, draw, sew, or just experiment for fun. 

Young Adult School Age LEAP Art arts & crafts

Sewing club

Thu, February 21, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library

Enjoy learning the basic techniques of sewing on a real sewing machine.

School Age LEAP Family Programs Children Education Family Free Library of Philadelphia Makers & Makerspaces Teens arts & crafts

Paper Marbling for Kids

Thu, February 21, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Widener Library

Want to create your own designs using everyday items like straws, combs, and acrylic paint?  Sign up to learn the ancient art of “ebru” or Paper Marbling at Widener Library!  Limited spots available.   Contact the Children's Librarian to register at…

School Age Arts and Crafts Programs Family Programs Art Children Family arts & crafts

Knitting With Miss Merrily

Fri, February 22, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

Miss Merrily shares her knitting expertise after school on Fridays. All school age children are welcome to try their hand at this fun and creative craft. Materials provided.

School Age Arts and Crafts Programs Knitting arts & crafts

DIY with Abigail

Sat, February 23, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

We’ll make something new that you can take home with you every time we meet, such as bouncy balls and some fun crafts that the group suggests! For kids in grades K-12.   

Young Adult School Age Arts and Crafts Programs arts & crafts

Mosaic Crafting with Bella Mosaic Art

Sat, February 23, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Create your own mosaic craft with Jessica from Bella Mosaic Art.  This is a family program, best suited for ages 5 and up.  Space may be limited. This program is supported by The Friends of Lovett Library.

Adult Young Adult School Age Senior Arts and Crafts Programs Art Family arts & crafts

Spinning Yarns

Mon, February 25, 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

Crotchet project

Tue, February 26, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library

Come learn to crotchet with us!  Elba, one of Teen Leadership Assistants, will be leading this program.  

School Age Family Programs LEAP Children Crafts & Hobbies Education Family Free Library of Philadelphia Makers & Makerspaces Teens Crochet arts & crafts

Making An African Head Dress

Tue, February 26, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Widener Library

Participants will use cardboard, felt, tape, glue, and markers to make African influenced head dresses.      

School Age LEAP Family Programs Black History Month African American Children Education Family Free Library of Philadelphia Makers & Makerspaces Teens arts & crafts

History Lab: Pre-Slavery and Beyond

Tue, February 26, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Decolonize history and absorb African history before slavery and beyond!

School Age Family Programs Black History Month LEAP African American Children Education Family Makers & Makerspaces Teens History arts & crafts

Sit and Stitch

Wed, February 27, 2019 6:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Join a circle of knitters and crocheters for an informal evening of needlecrafts.  Any skill level welcome, though formal instruction will not be guaranteed. All are welcome!

Adult Family Programs Crafts & Hobbies Crochet arts & crafts

Museum Adventures at The Rosenbach

Thu, February 28, 2019 10:00 A.M.
The Rosenbach | 2008 Delancey Place, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Calling all pre-schoolers! Come play with us on the last Thursday morning of every month. We’ll read a story together and then embark on a treasure hunt through the Rosenbach brothers’ glitzy Rittenhouse Square home to discover things that relate to the story. Afterward, families are…

Preschool Toddler Other Great Programs Children Rosenbach Museum & Library arts & crafts

Artsy Thursday

Thu, February 28, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Widener Library

Explore using various mediums and materials to create art. Paint, draw, sew, or just experiment for fun. 

Young Adult School Age LEAP Art arts & crafts

Thursday Crafternoon!

Thu, February 28, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Join us for a short storytime and craft activity!  4 p.m. in the Story Hour Room.  Free.   Parkway Central Library Children's Department Ground Floor, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 215.686.5369 ***Programs are subject to change*** Find us on…

School Age Preschool Family Programs Art Children arts & crafts

Honoring Sculptor Kara Walker

Thu, February 28, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Widener Library

School-age participants will make various sculptures using glue, hair conditioner, and shaving cream.      

School Age LEAP Family Programs Black History Month African American Children Education Family Free Library of Philadelphia Makers & Makerspaces Teens arts & crafts

Kente Cloth and Doves (Solidarity activity)

Thu, February 28, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Come join us.  

School Age Family Programs Black History Month LEAP African American Children Education Family Makers & Makerspaces Teens History arts & crafts

DIY with Abigail

Sat, March 2, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

We’ll make something new that you can take home with you every time we meet, such as bouncy balls and some fun crafts that the group suggests! For kids in grades K-12.   

Young Adult School Age Arts and Crafts Programs arts & crafts

Amulets Workshop

Mon, March 4, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Richmond Library

Learn how to create an amulet for power and protection-- like the gris-gris bag Jojo’s grandfather makes for him.

Adult Young Adult School Age Arts and Crafts Programs Family Programs One Book, One Philadelphia One Book, One Philadelphia arts & crafts