Events: Calendar of Events

Many in-person programs are cancelled or postponed. Check out our virtual programming , which you can watch or join in from home.

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Virtual Sundays on Stage: The Principles of Hip Hop: Peace, Love, Unity, and Having Fun with Hip Hop Fundamentals

Sun, May 16, 2021 2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Explore the roots of hip hop culture with Hip Hop Fundamentals. Dynamic and energetic dancers use breakdancing and audience participation to explore hip hop’s rich cultural history and how Black youth changed the world, focusing on youth empowerment, creativity, and working together, as…

Sundays on Stage

In-Person Baby Storytime with Miss Mary!

Mon, May 17, 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. As per City of Philadelphia and Parks & Recreation's…

Family Programs

Storytimes

Virtual Messy Mondays

Mon, May 17, 2021 1:00 P.M.
Virtual

Join Ms. Naomi in making a big mess! Pictures and instructions for fun sensory play with common household items. Geared at children of all ages. Everyone needs time to make a mess! Remember kids, at the library our motto is "We make messes and then we clean them up." so be sure to…

Family Programs

VIRTUAL Mindfulness Activity for Children & Families

Mon, May 17, 2021 4:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Each Monday at 4:00 p.m., find a new Mindfulness Activity for Children & Families in our Instagram & Facebook stories. Join Ms. Becky for journaling prompts, breathing exercises, read-alouds, guided meditation, positive affirmations, self-care activities, and more! Learn to…

Family Programs

Virtual Preschool Storytime

Tue, May 18, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library

Join Mr. John for Storytime on Facebook live ( Fumo Family Library ) Tuesdays at 10:00 am! Enjoy stories, songs, and fun! This program is intended for preschoolers.

Preschool

Family Programs

Storytimes

Virtual Storytime with Penny the Bunny

Tue, May 18, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Katharine Drexel Library

Virtual Storytime: Enjoy stories and songs with Penny the Bunny and Miss Carole in our pre-recorded storytime posted on Tuesday mornings at 10:00! Find us on the Katharine Drexel Branch Library Facebook page.

Preschool

Storytimes

[Outdoors] Garden Storytime at Donatucci Library!

Tue, May 18, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library

Join Miss Sunita for In-person Storytime in the Donatucci Garden every Tuesday at 10am! 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 call 215-685-1755 or check our…

Family Programs

Storytimes

VIRTUAL Story Club!

Tue, May 18, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

How many ways can you tell a story? Check in with Ms. Scout for a weekly story prompt and then write, draw, tell, sing, dance, or build your response! Instagram: @freelibraryccd Facebook: ParkwayCentralChildrens Twitter: @ParkwayCCD

Family Programs

VIRTUAL Storytime with Ms. Becky

Tue, May 18, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Join Ms. Becky for stories, songs, and rhymes Tuesday mornings on Instagram Live Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m.! May 4- June 8, 2021. This program is for children ages infant-5 and their caregivers. Find us on Instagram at @freelibraryccd

Family Programs

Storytimes

Centering Black Joy Through Dance: Children and Families

Wed, May 19, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Online

Let's get moving! Inspired by Useni Eugene Perkins' gorgeous book Hey Black Child , we'll dance for Black joy together, connect, and celebrate who each of us are. This session, led by dance, theater and movement artist Jennifer Turnbull, is designed for children K-4 and all loved…

One Book, One Philadelphia

One Book, One Philadelphia

In-Person Music and Movement with Ms Naomi!

Wed, May 19, 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…

Family Programs

Storytimes

Virtual Storytime on Instagram Live

Wed, May 19, 2021 2:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library

Weekly storytime for children with Ms. Tuesday on Instagram @mcphersonsqlibrary

Family Programs

Storytimes

Virtual Woof and Meow Café!

Wed, May 19, 2021 3:00 P.M.
Kensington Library

Calling all young readers! Would you like to read to your own personal cat or dog audience? Then bring your favorite book and join us every Wednesday from 3-4PM! Each virtual reading session is hosted by Main Line Animal Rescue together with the Free Library. Some of our furry guests will even…

School Age

Family Programs

Outdoor Read, Baby, Read Storytime

Thu, May 20, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Richmond Library

Join Ms. Meghan in front of the library for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces at our in-person, outdoor storytimes! Participants will be asked to wear masks (ages 2+) and to distance themselves from other groups. Space may be limited. For babies with caregivers. Siblings welcome.…

Toddler
Baby

Family Programs

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Little Yogis

Thu, May 20, 2021 11:00 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Take a fun and playful yoga journey led by Sarah of Surya Moon Yoga! We'll learn individual and partner poses through songs and storytelling, all while building confidence, creativity, and strong, healthy bodies. Children and parents will practice how to center themselves through…

Yoga

[Outdoors] Storytime at Franklin Square Park!

Thu, May 20, 2021 11:00 A.M.
Franklin Square Park (6th and Race)

Join Miss Betsy and Miss Vicki Thursdays at 11:00am at Franklin Square (6th and Race) for Storytime! This program is intended for our friends ages 5 and under and their caregivers. As per City of Philadelphia and Parks & Recreation's COVID-19 safety protocols, adults and…

Family Programs

Storytimes

[Outdoors] Yoga Walk Guided Tour with Anne-Marie

Thu, May 20, 2021 3:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

The Friends of Whitman Library invite you to join Anne-Marie Mulgrew for a weekly guided tour of our new Yoga Walk! Dress for the weather and wear a mask. For adults, families, children and teens. This event is weather permitting so please check our Facebook page for updates.

In The Movement! Hip Hop & Civil Rights

Thu, May 20, 2021 4:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library

A virtual assembly focused on youth & student involvement in the American Civil Rights Movement through dance, audience participation, and a variety of interactive activities. Students hear the words of Dr. King and learn how power, unity, and nonviolent direct action helped end…

Virtual Programs

VIRTUAL Friday Reads Book Talk with Miss Mary

Fri, May 21, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Looking for your next middle grade read? Check out these short book talk videos with Miss Mary talking about her new favorite books! Then use your library card to place a hold at freelibrary.org. Facebook; ParkwayCentralChildrens Instagram: @freelibraryccd Twitter: @ParkwayCCD

School Age

Family Programs

Outdoor Game Challenge Event!

Fri, May 21, 2021 2:00 P.M.
Bustleton Library

Come enjoy the lovely spring weather with an outdoor game event. A variety of different games, crafts, and activities will be available during each event. Children 9 years and younger must be with an adult. All participants must be wearing a mask at all times. *Weather permitting. This…