Fri, August 16, 2024 12:30 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library

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,…

• Preschool
• Toddler

• Author Events
• Family Programs

• Storytimes

• Author Events
• Body Mind and Spirit
• Children
• Family

Fri, August 16, 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 16, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library

Join us with friends, or come make new friends!  Pick from our selection of board games.  Fun for all ages. Meets most Fridays, through August 23.

• Adult
• Young Adult
• School Age
• Preschool

• Other Great Programs

• Summer Reading
• Board Games and Role-Playing

Fri, August 16, 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 17, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 2024 3:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Young children are invited to practice their reading skills with Bear, a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines.  Bear will sit quietly and listen to stories, helping kids build confidence in reading.  Bear will be accompanied by his handler during the program.  Program…

• School Age

• Other Great Programs

• Literacy

Mon, August 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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
• PAWS Read to a Dog

Mon, August 19, 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 20, 2024 10:00 A.M.
Charles L. Durham Library

The Eagles Eye Mobile will be at Charles Durham Libary, this summer giving kids (ages 5-18) NO-COST eye exams and if needed, glasses! Please visit  https://eem.intakeq.com/booking  to schedule an appointment.  Contact us at 215-339-6770 or Email…

• Young Adult
• School Age
• Preschool

• Health Programs
• Other Great Programs

• Children
• Teens
• Health

Tue, August 20, 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

Tue, August 20, 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.

• Toddler
• Baby

• Family Programs

• Storytimes

• Children
• Family
• Literacy

Tue, August 20, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library

Create with Legos and other building activities, guided with a goal in mind.  We'll work on a different theme each time. Meets most Tuesdays from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., through August 20.  Best for ages 3 - 12.

• School Age
• Toddler

• Arts and Crafts Programs

• Summer Reading
• LEGO

Tue, August 20, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Drop in any time between 2:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to play board games like Sorry, Candy Land, and many more! Games will be available to play on the children's side of the library. No large groups, please (10+ people) due to space constraints. For children ages 5-12, teens and their families.…

• School Age

• Other Great Programs

• Children
• Games and Gaming
• Summer Reading

Wed, August 21, 2024 10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library

Join Mr. John for stories, songs, and play! All programs are subject to change.

• Toddler

• Family Programs

• Children