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-LEGO Club

Fri, July 30, 2021 10:00 P.M.
Torresdale Library

Join us online for a new LEGO Club Challenge once a week! Watch us on our Facebook page and follow along! For school age children.

School Age

Virtual-Silly Mad-Lib Mondays

Mon, August 2, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library

Virtual Silly Mad-Lib Mondays Create a silly story! We'll provide the prompt; you fill in the blanks! Prompt will be shared on Olney Library's Facebook and Instagram accounts by 10 am.

School Age

In-Person Baby Storytime with Miss Mary!

Mon, August 2, 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…

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Virtual Storytime

Mon, August 2, 2021 11:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Enjoy picture books, poetry, and more for ages 4 and up! Posted Mondays at 11am.. Posted Mondays at 11am. FB @ LillianMarreroBranch IG @ LillianMarreroLibrary

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Read, Baby, Read Outdoor Music & Movement Monday

Mon, August 2, 2021 11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Join us every Monday in July & August at 11:00 a.m. at Malcolm X Park (5100 Pine Street) for music and movement program for babies! Enjoy interactive songs, instruments and much more! This program is intended for ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Weather-permitting.…

Baby

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Virtual Messy Mondays

Mon, August 2, 2021 1:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

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…

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Take and Make Crafts

Mon, August 2, 2021 3:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library

Join us every 2 weeks for a new "Take and Make" Craft! Watch us complete it on our Facebook page and follow along with your own craft kit that you can pick up in the Library! For school age children. August 2 - 14 - Rooster in a cup - using the science of sound, make a super silly…

School Age

VIRTUAL Mindfulness Activity for Children & Families

Mon, August 2, 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…

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Animal Encounter (Virtual)

Mon, August 2, 2021 4:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library

Meet some of Briar Bush Nature Center's Animal Ambassadors during this educational program for kids. Sign up, and get the zoom link by emailing Ms. Alyson at BauerA@freelibrary.org.

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…

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VIRTUAL Story Club!

Tue, August 3, 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

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Virtual Storytime with Penny the Bunny

Tue, August 3, 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 select Tuesday mornings at 10:00! Find us on the Katharine Drexel Branch Library Facebook page.

Preschool

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Virtual-Crafty Kids

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library

Virtual Crafty Kids What will we make today? Grab your construction paper, glue, markers, and pencil! Join us on Olney Library's Facebook and Instagram accounts by 10 am to see instructions and an example of a craft you can create at home. Post your…

School Age

Craft Grab and Go Kits

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library

Craft Grab and Go Kit Stop by Olney Library between our open hours to pick up a weekly craft. We'll supply the materials; you make the magic happen at home! Post your finished crafts online; tag us on Facebook or Instagram, and use the hashtag #GreaterOlneyLibrary! …

School Age

[Outdoors] Garden Storytime at Donatucci Library!

Tue, August 3, 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…

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Storytime in the Garden

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Tacony Library

Preschool Storytime Join Ms. Suzin for stories and activities for ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver in the library garden. Please call Tacony Library at 215-685-8755 to register. City of Philadelphia COVID-19 compliance rules will be followed.

Preschool

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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…

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Stories in the Park

Tue, August 3, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

Ms. Meredith will be reading 2 books about emotions and nature at McMichael Park on Tuesday, August 3rd at 10:30am. Weather permitting. This is part of the Take a Break! summer reading challenge: https://freelibrary.beanstack.com/profiles/7273360/current_programs

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Student Meal Distribution

Tue, August 3, 2021 12:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Student Meal Distribution, 12 to 2 pm Visit Olney Library to pick up FREE a seven meal kit, complete with breakfast and lunch, juices and milk! One box per child. First come, first served. Graciously provided by the Nutritional Development Services of the…

Games in the Park

Tue, August 3, 2021 1:00 P.M.
Kensington Library

The Kensington Library is partnering with Penn State Extension and Congreso this summer to bring a board games, books, and activities to Norris Square Park! Come out and meet us in the Northeast corner of the park every Tuesday from 1-3:30 (weather permitting). This program is suitable for…

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