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Stroll, Baby, Stroll!
Tue, August 3, 2021
9:15 A.M.
Fox Chase Library
Caregivers of children under the age of two are invited to join us for an in-person, socially distanced walk and read-along beginning at the library. Babies and toddlers must be in a stroller, carrier or baby-wearing device. Walkers will meet at 9:15, and begin strolling at 9:30. Spaces are…
Parkway Pals Storytime at Sister Cities Park
Tue, August 3, 2021
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Friends 12 and under are welcome to join Miss Mary at Parkway Pals in Sister Cities Park for storytime and a to-go craft (while supplies last)! Enjoy stories, songs, and fun! This program is in collaboration with Center City Districts. Weather permitting so please check social media day-of…
Clay, Play, Read!
Tue, August 3, 2021
2:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Don't miss this six-week clay and early literacy program for children ages 3-8 and their families! This is a hybrid program: every other week the program will be held outdoors and in person; the remainder sessions will be held on Zoom. Participating families will receive art kits,…
Animal Tales - Read to a Dog or Cat
Tue, August 3, 2021
3:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Calling all young readers! Would you like to read to your own personal dog or cat audience? These animals love to hear stories! Bring your favorite book and join us on Tuesday afternoons. Each virtual reading session lasts 15 minutes and is hosted by the Philadelphia…
In-Person Music and Movement with Ms Naomi!
Wed, August 4, 2021
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join Ms Naomi Wednesdays at 10:30 am at Shakespeare Park (across the street from the library on Vine St) for Music and Movement! Enjoy songs, dance, and fun explorations of rhythm and movement! This program is intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. As per City of…
Outdoor Storytime at the Park
Wed, August 4, 2021
10:30 A.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Children’s librarian Mr. Pagán will read picture books to toddlers, preschoolers and young children at the Gateway to Brandywine St. Park on 518 N. 34th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, right across from the library. In case of rain or very high temperature check our Facebook page for…
Read, Baby, Read! Storytimes for Babies and Toddlers
Wed, August 4, 2021
11:00 A.M.
https://www.instagram.com/read.baby.read/
Read! Sing! Play! Help your child learn through stories and songs. All programs are for children ages birth through 24 months and their caregivers. Expecting parents and siblings welcome. This program will appear on Read, Baby, Read's Instagram: @read.baby.read Read,…
Jabari Jumps Story Stroll
Wed, August 4, 2021
1:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall will be featured as a story stroll around the Kingsessing pool. This summer time tale of poolside preparation, breath and bravery is on the School District of Philadelphia’s summer reading list. Take home craft kits of breath and water themed coloring pages…
French Conversation Circle
Wed, August 4, 2021
2:00 P.M.
Virtual
Bonjour! Salut! Bonsoir! Looking to improve your French language skills? Join the Languages and Learning Center’s French Conversation Circle for weekly conversation practice. This FREE online group will build your knowledge and confidence in the French language all while…
Virtual-5-Minute Storybreak
Wed, August 4, 2021
4:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Join us Wednesdays and Fridays at 4:00 PM on our Facebook page Northeast Children's for a quick pre-recorded story! All are invited to watch!
Philly Storied-City Read Aloud!
Wed, August 4, 2021
7:00 P.M.
VIRTUAL
Cost: FREE
The Literature Department at the Free Library of Philadelphia and Philly-Short Edition brings you an evening of short stories to delight and inspire you! Join Sophie Greer, Sanjana Ramanthan, Sam Price, and more Philly Storied City writers as they share a short story found as one of the…
Storytime Fun in Shakespeare Park!
Thu, August 5, 2021
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Children ages 2-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us in Shakespeare Park every Thursday during Summer of Wonder at 10:30 a.m. for a fun & exciting in-person, socially distanced Storytime activity with a Free Library of Philadelphia Parkway Central Children's Department…
Outdoor Storytime
Thu, August 5, 2021
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West
On the Green on Locust Walk (behind the fruit stand) Join Ms. Echo and Mr. Bruce for In-person Storytime on Locust Walk! Masks (for kids over 2) and social distancing required. Space is limited; first-come first-served. Ages 0-5. Bring Your Own Blanket. Note: Weather permitting. Please…
Outdoor Preschool Storytime
Thu, August 5, 2021
11:00 A.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Join us for stories, music and movement on our library lawn during this storytime for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Check our Facebook page or the @cobbscreeklibrary Instagram for weather cancellations. Thursdays @ 11am, June 24th through September 2nd
Virtual PAWS for Reading: Read to a Therapy Dog
Thu, August 5, 2021
3:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West
Join us on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 3:00-4:00 p.m. to read to a therapy animal friend from PAWS for people on a live video conference. Reading to a dog helps children develop confidence and skills for reading aloud! Register here: https://tinyurl.com/PAWSFreeLibrary
Clay, Play, Read!
Thu, August 5, 2021
4:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Don't miss this six-week clay and early literacy program for children ages 3-8 and their families! This is a hybrid program: every 2 weeks the program will be held outdoors and in person; the remainder sessions will be held on Zoom. Participating families will receive art kits, activities,…
Read Baby Read! Virtual Storytime for Babies and Toddlers
Fri, August 6, 2021
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
New videos posted each Friday at 11AM on Facebook and Instagram @freelibraryofwestphilly. Bring your little one for lap time with stories and songs! Read, Baby, read is a series of programs focused on language and literacy development for babies and toddlers (*0-24 months) and their caregivers.…
Virtual-5-Minute Storybreak
Fri, August 6, 2021
4:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Join us Wednesdays and Fridays at 4:00 PM on our Facebook page Northeast Children's for a quick pre-recorded story! All are invited to watch!
OUTDOOR Summer of Wonder Sendoff featuring Janay Anderson, author of I Love My Curls
Sat, August 7, 2021
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join us in Shakespeare Park on Saturday, August 7 at 10:30 a.m. for a special event to close out Summer of Wonder 2021! Local author Janay Anderson will read her book I Love My Curls and teach us about hair positivity & self love. About the book: Curls are Magical! I Love My…
In-Person Baby Storytime with Miss Mary!
Mon, August 9, 2021
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary Mondays at 10:30 am at Shakespeare Park (across the street from the library on Vine St) for Baby Storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, and fun! This program is intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Weather-permitting. Please check CCD's social media for…