Maker Mondays

Mon, July 22, 2019 1:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

This hands on class taught by UPenn graduate students will give young engineers a chance to tinker and experiment with a variety of building techniques based on the book of the week. All activities are for young learners ages 9-12. This program is presented by the UPenn’s Urban…

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Maker Mondays

Mon, July 22, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

This hands on class taught by UPenn graduate students will give young engineers a chance to tinker and experiment with a variety of building techniques based on the book of the week.  In Conjunction with UPenn's Urban Teaching Apprenticeship Program

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Summer of Wonder Kits

Mon, July 22, 2019 2:30 P.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library

Come join us as we explore the Summer of Wonder materials; play Code Names, or Marble Run, try Blockus or Chain Reactions, or one of our other fun activities.  

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Wooden Block Party

Mon, July 22, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West

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!

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Maker Monday

Mon, July 22, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

We will have an exciting weekly STEAM-based activity.  Best for ages 5 and up.  

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Swedes in Space

Mon, July 22, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library

Join us for a program themed "A Universe fo Stories" to discover the wonders of space, and learn what it takes to become an astronaut. We will explore the life of astronauts and their intensive training to prepare for space.  We will talk about the careers of Swedish-American NASA…

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Wooden Block Party

Tue, July 23, 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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STEM Tuesdays

Tue, July 23, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

Join us for a different STEM activity each week.  From 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

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STEAM Tuesdays

Tue, July 23, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Andorra Library

Each Tuesday in July we'll open up a different Wonder Kit and explore the activities and experiments inside.  This week we'll take a nature walk. This program is for school-age kids.  

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Literacy Tuesdays

Tue, July 23, 2019 1:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Young readers will enjoy a variety of literacy activities focused on the book of the week. All activities are for young learners ages 9-12. This program is presented by the UPenn’s Urban Teaching Apprenticeship Program.    

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Reading Mathing Making: Maker Tuesdays with Penn GSE

Tue, July 23, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

This hands on class taught by UPenn graduate students will give young engineers a chance to tinker and experiment with a variety of building techniques based on the book of the week.  All activities are for young learners ages 10-13.

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Art & More

Tue, July 23, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Make fun things each week. Today's project is the Star Wars mini-light saber.

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The Build It Challenge!

Tue, July 23, 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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Wednesdays of Wonder: Snake Party!

Wed, July 24, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Snake expert Scott Prior will talk about snakes' intriguing lives, and, if you are brave enough, you can pet one of his snake friends. WOW! (Wednesdays of Wonder) in Montgomery Auditorium Part of the Margaret S. Halloran Family Literacy Programming Series

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Construction Junction

Wed, July 24, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

LEGOS, Blocks, and Stones - oh my! Children can use their imagination to construct amazing things. Bring your ideas and creativity to this fun building program.

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STEAM Wednesdays

Wed, July 24, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Richmond Library

Art projects, science experiments, and other fun activities. Groups, please call to make a separate appointment.

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Math Wednesdays

Wed, July 24, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

This hands on class taught by UPenn graduate students will give young mathematicians a chance to play math games and try out activities based on the book of the week.  In Conjunction with UPenn's Urban Teaching Apprenticeship Program

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Wonder Kit Wednesdays

Wed, July 24, 2019 2:00 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Explore our treasure bags of STEM activities.  For school-aged scientists.

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Coding for Kids

Wed, July 24, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Haddington Library

Children between the ages of 11 and 15 are invited to this fun program where you will learn how to code. Please contact Ms. Kiki to sign up! Limited Space Available

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Eco Art

Wed, July 24, 2019 2:30 P.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library

Come join our make a jug bird feeder or basic basket with us.

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