Fri, August 2, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Drop in any time between 2:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to build with LEGO, Magna-Tiles, and more! For children ages 5-12. Younger siblings are welcome (we have blocks for them, too.) No large groups (10+ people) or camp groups please. Children under 7 years old must be supervised by an adult while in…

• School Age

• Other Great Programs
• Family Programs

• Children
• Summer Reading
• LEGO

Fri, August 2, 2024 2:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library

Do you love LEGOS, blocks, Magna-Tiles, Lincoln Logs, and anything that builds? Then stop by Builder Club all summer long to construct your wildest dreams! All ages welcome; toddlers will have their own space to build with age-appropriate blocks. Fridays in the Summer starting June 21

• School Age
• Preschool

• Family Programs

• Children
• Family
• LEGO

Fri, August 2, 2024 3:15 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Have you always wanted to learn how to crochet? Learn the basics of crochet with us or work on your own project.  Supplies and instruction will be provided.  This is a multigenerational club; anyone age 8 and up is welcome.  Meets most Fridays from 3:15 - 4:00 p.m.…

• Adult
• Young Adult
• School Age
• Senior

• Arts and Crafts Programs

• Crafts and Hobbies
• Summer Reading
• Crochet

Sat, August 3, 2024 10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library

Join us Saturday mornings this Summer! Gather the family to enjoy picture books, rhymes, felt stories, and songs. Every storytime will end with bubbles and an opportunity to sign up for Summer of Wonder. Recommended to families with children aged 0-8

• Preschool
• Toddler

• Family Programs

• Storytimes

• Children
• Family

Mon, August 5, 2024 10:15 A.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Join us for a fun storytime.  For children ages 2 to 5 years old, along with an adult caregiver.  Siblings are always welcome.  Please note that groups are encouraged to contact the library to confirm that space is available.

• Preschool

• Family Programs
• Other Great Programs

• Storytimes

Mon, August 5, 2024 10:30 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

Join Miss Mary for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay for playtime immediately following storytime! Intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Nice weather? We'll be in Shakespeare Park, across the street from the library! Unfavorable weather? We'll…

• Toddler
• Baby

• Community Events
• Family Programs

• Storytimes

• Children
• Family
• Literacy
• Shakespeare Park
• Childrens Literature
• Outdoor Event

Mon, August 5, 2024 1:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Learn about our instrument of the week, and even try it out! Then, we will listen to music showcasing our star instrument while completing an art project.  For children, ages 4 and up. most Mondays through August 12. An ASL interpreter is available upon advanced request; please email…

• School Age
• Preschool

• Arts and Crafts Programs
• Other Great Programs

• Art
• Music
• Summer Reading

Mon, August 5, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library

Join us for a family friendly movie! Snacks will be provided. Please stop by or contact the library for the movie title. Best suited for school aged children.  

• School Age

• Film Screening
• Other Great Programs

• Children
• Movies and Television
• Summer Reading

Mon, August 5, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library

Supervised sidewalk chalk art and games.  For childen 0 - 12, outside, most Mondays through August 19, from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m..

• School Age
• Preschool
• Toddler

• Arts and Crafts Programs
• Other Great Programs

• Summer Reading
• Arts and Crafts
• Outdoor Event

Mon, August 5, 2024 3:00 P.M.
Richmond Library

Stop in every Monday for a new activity. Do crafts and science experiments, play games, build with LEGO bricks, and more! Text @ricschool to 81010 for reminders.

• Young Adult
• School Age

• Arts and Crafts Programs

• Crafts and Hobbies
• Games and Gaming
• Science
• Summer Reading
• Arts and Crafts

Mon, August 5, 2024 3:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Join us each Monday from 3:30-4:30pm for Chess Club! Kids 12 and under are welcome to play and learn with support from a skilled chess player. All supplies provided. No experience is necessary; all skill levels welcome! This event will be held in the Story Hour Room, within the Central…

• Young Adult
• School Age
• Preschool

• Family Programs

• Children
• Family
• Games and Gaming
• Chess

Mon, August 5, 2024 4:00 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…

• Young Adult
• School Age

• Other Great Programs

• Games and Gaming
• Teens

Mon, August 5, 2024 4:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Summer Movies - Monday June 24, July 8 & 22, and August 5 @4pm.   Join us inside in the cool air conditioning of the library to watch a family-friendly movie.  

• School Age

• Other Great Programs
• Film Screening
• Family Programs

• Children
• Movies and Television
• Summer Reading

Mon, August 5, 2024 4:00 P.M.
Richmond Library

Learn and improve your chess playing skills with top-notch chess players! Free and open to the public. All ages and skill levels welcome. No registration required. Text @ricadult or @ricschool to 81010 for reminders.            

• Young Adult
• School Age

• Other Great Programs
• Workshops and Enrichment

• Children
• Chess

Mon, August 5, 2024 5:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Teens in grades 7-12, join us for tabletop roleplay games (similar to Dungeons & Dragons). Very friendly to new folk! You don't have to know anything about pen and paper RPGs and you don't have to join every single game. Bring your dice, bring your own characters, or bring nothing at…

• Young Adult
• School Age

• Other Great Programs

• Games and Gaming

Mon, August 5, 2024 5:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Folks of all ages who knit, sew, crochet, weave, or stitch are welcome to bring their projects and join us to work on them in the company of other crafty people! Some materials and assistance may be provided based on availability.  

• Adult
• Young Adult
• School Age

• Other Great Programs

• Crafts and Hobbies
• Crochet
• Knitting

Mon, August 5, 2024 5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library

Readers of all ages can read to Cene and Huey, our certified therapy dogs! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too! Program takes place in the Children's…

• School Age

• Family Programs
• Other Great Programs

• Children
• Family
• Summer Reading
• PAWS Read to a Dog

Mon, August 5, 2024 5:30 P.M.
Whitman Library

Come play BINGO at the library! Children ages 5 and up, teens and their accompanying adults are welcome to attend. We’ll have prizes for everyone! No need to register, just show up. No large groups or camp groups please due to limited space. 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Whitman Library meeting…

• School Age

• Other Great Programs

• Children
• Games and Gaming
• Summer Reading

Tue, August 6, 2024 10:30 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

Join Miss Mary for a Family Storytime and to-go craft, while supplies last! This in-person, outdoor storytime will take place at Sister Cities Park and is in collaboration with Center City District. In the case of bad weather, the program will be cancelled with no make up date (check our…

• School Age
• Preschool
• Toddler
• Baby

• Community Events
• Family Programs

• Storytimes

• Children
• Family
• Literacy
• Summer Reading
• Arts and Crafts
• Childrens Literature
• Outdoor Event

Tue, August 6, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Bustleton Library

On Tuesdays at 11 AM, we will have a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!   

• Preschool
• Toddler
• Baby

• Family Programs

• Storytimes

• Children