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Crochet Club

Fri, August 9, 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.…

Family Storytime

Sat, August 10, 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

Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!

Mon, August 12, 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…

Kid's Art and Music Club

Mon, August 12, 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…

Chalk the Walk

Mon, August 12, 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..

Monday Fun Day

Mon, August 12, 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.

Chess Club for Kids!

Mon, August 12, 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…

Teen Video Game Hang-out

Mon, August 12, 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…

Read With a Dog!

Mon, August 12, 2024 4:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

Young readers can come meet Daisy, a certified therapy dog, and share a story with her.  Children can practice reading out loud, in a safe, judgment free space.  Daisy loves to hear stories!  Space may be limited.  

Kids Can Cook! with Keisha Prosser

Mon, August 12, 2024 4:00 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library

Kids and Teens are invited to join us for the final in our series of Kids Can Cook! classes at the Fishtown Library! All classes are supervised by ServSafe certified chef Keisha Prosser, aka the Mobile Cooking Teacher. This program is free and open to school age (1st-12th grade) kids and…

Chess Club

Mon, August 12, 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.            

Table & Top for Teens

Mon, August 12, 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…

StitchCraft Crafting Circle

Mon, August 12, 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.  

Read To A Therapy Dog Program

Mon, August 12, 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…

Family BINGO

Mon, August 12, 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…

Family Storytime at Parkway Pals!

Tue, August 13, 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…

Kids' Nature Club

Tue, August 13, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Oak Lane Library

Stop and smell the flowers! Learn about plants, bugs, birds, weather, and more with fun activities.  If it's below 85 degrees, we will meet outside on the front lawn; if not, we will be inside. Best for children entering grades K-5 on Tuesdays, through August 13. An ASL interpreter is…

Family Storytime

Tue, August 13, 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!   

Baby & Toddler Storytime and Free Play

Tue, August 13, 2024 11:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library

Join us for books, songs, and dancing!  Then stick around for free play with toys! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers.

Growing Up Mindfully with CADEKids

Tue, August 13, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Join us for an eight-week series towards helping youth develop self-regulation, communication, and conflict resolution skills.  Kids will have fun with engaging activities, will learn about their important roles in their communities, and discover how to solve issues without violence or…

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