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Kid's Art and Music Club

Mon, July 8, 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…

Movie Mondays!

Mon, July 8, 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.  

Chalk the Walk

Mon, July 8, 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..

Science in the Summer: Space Science

Mon, July 8, 2024 3:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Join us for an hour of hands-on fun and learning every Monday in July, as we explore Mars with science!    July 8: Be a Rocket Engineer!    July 15: Be a Spacesuit Designer!    July 22: Be an Astrobiologist!    July 29: Be a Robotics Engineer!…

Monday Fun Day

Mon, July 8, 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.

Ants on a Log Pride Concert

Mon, July 8, 2024 3:00 P.M.
Holmesburg Library

Ants on a Log plays music for children and other childlike people. Their award-winning music centers positivity, social justice, and silliness and has been featured widely in national media, serving as a soundtrack for social justice education and…

Chess Club for Kids!

Mon, July 8, 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, July 8, 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…

Chess Club

Mon, July 8, 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.            

Summer Movies

Mon, July 8, 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.  

Table & Top for Teens

Mon, July 8, 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, July 8, 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, July 8, 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!

Family BINGO

Mon, July 8, 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, July 9, 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, July 9, 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…

Preschool Storytime

Tue, July 9, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Kensington Library

Join us inside the library for stories, rhymes, songs and movement! Best suited for ages 2-5 and their caregivers.  

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Tue, July 9, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Join us for a fun morning filled with singing, dancing, and stories followed by a short play session. For children 5 and under and their caregivers

Storytime in Gold Star Park

Tue, July 9, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library

Let's meet at Gold Star Park (613 Wharton St) for an outdoor storytime full of dancing, singing and bubbles with Ms. Lindsay! Bring your own blanket! Cancellations due to weather will be announced that morning at  https://www.facebook.com/CharlesSantoreLibrary      

Family Storytime

Tue, July 9, 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!   

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