Upcoming Events

Showing 201 to 220 of 728

Filters On: Ages: Toddler, Preschool, School Age

Wonder Wednesday

Wed, July 17, 2024 1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Explore the wonderful world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math this July!  Join us every Wednesday in July for some fun with STEAM. There will be Robots, magnets, slime and so much more!

Science in the Summer: Be a Rocket Engineer!

Wed, July 17, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library

Explore Mars with GSK and the Franklin Institute's Science in the Summer program!  Over five weeks, we will learn about rockets, engineering, astronauts, and more.  Today we will talk about being a Robotics Engineer. This program is for children entering 2nd through 6th…

Science in the Summer

Wed, July 17, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library

  Science in the Summer Let’s explore space! Join us for GSK’s Science in the Summer program! This program is for children entering 2nd through 6th grades. Registration is required as supplies and space are limited. Groups cannot be accommodated.

Science in the Summer: Be a Space Scientist!

Wed, July 17, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Bustleton Library

Explore Mars with GSK and the Franklin Institute's Science in the Summer program. Learn about rockets, engineering, astronauts, and more. For students going into 2nd through 6th grade. 

Science in the Summer – Be a Planetary Geologist

Wed, July 17, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library

Be a space scientist this summer! Science in the Summer , in collaboration with  The Franklin Institute , is a fun free STEM program for youth entering grades 2 – 6 that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers! Come be an Astrobiologist and find out…

Science in the Summer: Be a Space Scientist

Wed, July 17, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library

Science in the Summer is a fun, free, STEM program that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists! Participants will receive a lab book, stickers, and a pass to visit the Franklin Institute.  For children entering 2nd through 6th grade. Meets July 10, 17, 24 & 31; and August 7

Science in the Summer: Be a Space Scientist!

Wed, July 17, 2024 2:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

The Free Library is teaming up with The Franklin Institute for a free, informal science summer program for children. The goal of Science in the Summer is to increase children's interest and confidence in doing science and pursuing STEM careers!

Read to a Therapy Dog!

Wed, July 17, 2024 3:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Independent readers and children who are learning to read are invited to practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Yes, you can pet them, too! Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program & each child will be assigned…

Lego Club

Wed, July 17, 2024 3:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Explore your creativity and build friendships with weekly Lego challenges and games! Questions? Email BeelerW@freelibrary.org or call the phone number below.

Baby and Toddler Storytime

Thu, July 18, 2024 10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library

Join us for books, songs & dancing! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers

Outdoor Read, Baby, Read Storytime

Thu, July 18, 2024 10:30 A.M.
Oak Lane Library

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! We will meet on the front lawn outside of the library.  If it's over 85 degrees by 9:00 a.m., we will meet inside. Best for children from birth to age 2; siblings welcome. Most Thursdays through August 15. Read, Baby, Read is made…

Storytime Adventures!

Thu, July 18, 2024 10:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library

Join Miss Liz for  Storytime Adventures on Thursday mornings at 10:30am, where we'll explore a new theme each week! Stay after storytime for playtime. Intended for preschoolers ages 3+ and their caregivers, but all are welcome. This program will be held on the…

Playtime with Pippi

Thu, July 18, 2024 10:30 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library

It's storytime with beloved Swedish book character Pippi Longstocking.  Play some of Pippi's favorite games from Villa Villekulla and make a Pippi craft to take home.  This program is lead by educators from the American Swedish Historical Museum.

Chinese Storytime - 中文故事時間

Thu, July 18, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library

中文故事時間 Stick around for Chinese storytime! All are welcome to come read, sing and learn at our storytime entirely in Chinese. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Toddler Art Studio

Thu, July 18, 2024 11:15 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Come explore process art for toddlers as we experiment with colors, shapes, and a variety of unconventional art materials. Prepare to get messy! This program will be held outdoors at the Goat Statue in Rittenhouse Square.

Life at Sea!

Thu, July 18, 2024 1:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library

The Museum of the American Revolution presentsLife at Sea! Climb aboard as we learn about life on a privateer ship, including what a sailor might have eaten, what his job might have been, and how he would have passed the time.  Meet some of the Revolution’s most famous sailors. All…

Movie and Coloring

Thu, July 18, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library

Enjoy two fun things! Watch a kids movie and do some movie-themed coloring at the same time.  For preschoolers and kids up to age 12. Meets most Thursdays, through August 22.

Science in the Summer: Be a Space Scientist!

Thu, July 18, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Bustleton Library

Explore Mars with GSK and the Franklin Institute's Science in the Summer program. Learn about rockets, engineering, astronauts, and more. For students going into 2nd through 6th grade. 

Crafternoon for Kids

Thu, July 18, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Join us for a new self-directed craft every week in July and August! Drop-in on Thursday afternoons 2:00-4:30 p.m. July 18: Bookmarks July 25: Make Your Own Comic Book August 1: Suncatchers August 8: DIY Jigsaw Puzzles August 15: Scratch Art August 22: Origami August 29: Assortment of crafts…

Connect with Early Literacy