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Music and Movement Storytime

Sat, December 21, 2024 10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library

  Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and movement that celebrates all things music! For ages 7 and under and their caregivers.  

Exhibition Tour: Telling Tales: From Oral Tradition to Art

Sat, December 21, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

Join us Saturday, December 21 at 11 AM for a tour of the latest exhibition from the Free Library's Special Collections Division:  Telling Tales: From Oral Tradition to Ar t . Meet on the Second Floor of Parkway Central Library in West Gallery 2. All ages can enjoy the…

Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat, December 21, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library

Readers of all ages can read to Huey, a certified therapy dog, to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Readers, both independent and learning, can practice reading skills with individual time allotted. Yes, you can just pet him too!  

Exhibition Tour: Telling Tales: From Oral Tradition to Art

Sat, December 21, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

Join us Saturday, December 21 at 11 AM for a tour of the latest exhibition from the Free Library's Special Collections Division:  Telling Tales: From Oral Tradition to Ar t . Meet on the Second Floor of Parkway Central Library in West Gallery 2. All ages can enjoy the…

Winter Festival

Sat, December 21, 2024 12:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library

Come one Come all to Mcpherson Square 601 E. Indiana Ave, Saturday, December 21st from 12-3pm and enjoy Free Food, Music, Art games, and a photo with SANTA!!!

Imagine More Story Adventures with Thembi Palmer

Sat, December 21, 2024 12:30 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library

Cost: FREE

Join the ever amazing Thembi Palmer of Imagine More: Story Adventures for a fantastic story time! Thembi Palmer is committed to promoting literacy by developing a love of reading and books in young children, pre-K through 4th grade. She collaborates with Philadelphia schools, libraries, museums,…

Build a Nanobot with Stevie "The Inventor"

Sat, December 21, 2024 1:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Steve Stotts will teach kids how to build nanobots. He will have all the necessary supplies and also prizes and several games to give away!  Program runs from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and is for kids and thier families.

Movement Adventures with Thembi Palmer

Sat, December 21, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

A series for kids encouraging creativity, mindfulness, and a deeper understanding of the world. 12/21 Geography: Movement Around the World  

The Hartman & Goslin Duo

Sat, December 21, 2024 3:00 P.M.
Andorra Library

Join us for a special performance!  Sandra Hartman and Tom Goslin will perform songs from the American Songbook, popular music from the 1920s up through the present, as well as Latin, Brazilian, and Ragtime music.  We'll be in the fiction section of the library.

Read, Baby, Read Storytime!

Mon, December 23, 2024 11:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library

Join Miss Liz for  Read, Baby, Read storytime on Monday mornings at 11:30am. Stay after storytime for playtime! Intended for babies and toddlers ages 0-2, but all are welcome. In good weather this event will be held outdoors at the Fishtown Recreation Center, directly across…

Little Ones' Storytime

Mon, December 23, 2024 12:00 P.M.
Welsh Road Library

Experience fun and welcoming storytimes with books, laughter, songs to sing, and play led by librarian, Mr. Jay. Best for families with children ages 0-5. Caregivers are required to be present during storytime

Crafternoon: Origami

Mon, December 23, 2024 12:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Crafternoon is back for Winter Break! A self-directed, drop-in craft for kids & teens will be available during select dates & times. Do it here at the library or take one home! No large groups, while supplies last. Drop-in 12-6pm Thursday 12/26: Bookmarks, drop-in 12-4:30pm Friday…

Winter Craft Party!

Mon, December 23, 2024 3:00 P.M.
Independence Library

Snowflakes, candles, and presents! Oh, my! Celebrate the winter holidays with some fun crafts, stickers, and coloring! There will be activities for kids of all ages.

Preschool Play Party: "Camping in the Library"

Mon, December 23, 2024 3:00 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library

Thanks to a new progam, each branch library will be receiving a rotating collection of themed toys designed to help children learn through the work of play.  This month's play adventure will explore "Camping in the Library." From 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Winterfest Celebration & Coat Giveaway

Mon, December 23, 2024 3:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Celebrate the holidays with us! We’ll make fun holiday ornaments, decorate sugar cookies, play games, and drink hot chocolate!  We will also be giving away coats, as long as supplies last.  

Teen Video Game Hang-out

Mon, December 23, 2024 3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

Gaming and Snacks every Monday at Charles Santore Library! Come solo or with friends to play our Nintendo Switch on the BIG screen.  Option to BYO Switch for local or online play. Come hangout, play games, and make friends. The Teen Video Game Hang-out is open to…

After-School Meals

Mon, December 23, 2024 3:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library

Stop by after school and eat a light supper! This program is for students enrolled in pre-K through 12th grade and meals will be available Monday - Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.  Meals must be eaten at the library. This After School Meal Program is a federally-funded Child Nutrition Program…

Knitting with Miss Merrily

Mon, December 23, 2024 4:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

Ms. Merrily shares her knitting skills. All school age children (and parents) are welcome to try their hand at this fun and creative craft. Materials provided.    

Cooking with Keisha

Mon, December 23, 2024 4:00 P.M.
Eastwick Library

Join us and Ms. Keisha as she demonstrates cooking techniques and shares a meal. For families and adults.

Twilight Tales Family Story Time

Mon, December 23, 2024 5:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Join us every Monday at the library for an interactive storytime that includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family! Program is intended for children aged 2 to 5 years old and their families! 

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