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Children's BINGO
Thu, July 11, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
We’re playing BINGO at the library. We have snacks and prizes for the whole family.
Fun in the Shade!
Thu, July 11, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Are you ready for some fun in the shade? Cool down with us on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 pm while we play, explore, build, create, and more each week! This program will take place in our Story Hour Room and is intended for our friends 12 and under. Please note that some programs may be…
Jewelry Club
Thu, July 11, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Join us to make fun and creative jewelry including friendship bracelets, earrings, necklaces, and more! Supplies and instruction will be provided. For school-aged children.
Science in the Summer
Thu, July 11, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional 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.
Courageous Kids: Wilma Exhibit
Now through Thu, July 11, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
In partnership with Philadelphia Doll Museum Forward , we now have on display Wilma alongside related library materials and activities. Wilma was made to honor four brave Black girls named Ruby Bridges, Leona Tate, Gail Etienne Stripling, and Tessie Prevost who challenged school segregation. The…
Library Playgroup
Fri, July 12, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
We’ve filled our meeting room with toys good for a range of ages. Come and socialize in the comfort of the library. Groups please call to set up a separate appointment. This program is brought to you by Read, Baby, Read and is made possible by a generous grant from the William Penn…
Storytime at Clark Park
Fri, July 12, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us in Clark Park by the playground (43rd St & Chester Ave.) for outdoor storytime! Bring a blanket & snack & get ready to read, sing & dance! Storytime will take place at the library in case of inclement weather.
Family Storytime in the Garden
Fri, July 12, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Children age 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to the library for stories, songs, games, and dancing at Family Storytime! Depending on the weather, storytime will be outside in the library courtyard or inside in the Children’s Department.
Read, Baby, Ready: Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, July 12, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Independence Library
Join Ms. Chen on Fridays at 10:30am for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Bubbles will end storytime. Then stay after for our playgroup! This program is for babies and toddlers with their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. Read, Baby, Read is made possible by a generous grant from The William…
Preschool Storytime
Fri, July 12, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Roxborough Library
Join us for songs, stories and dancing with Mr. Rich! Dress for jumping around! Meets most Fridays this summer. Come one time, or all the time!
Drag Queen Storytime
Fri, July 12, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Philly’s favorite drag queen Brittany Lynn is back to read stories in honor of Pride Month & summertime!
Preschool Storytime
Fri, July 12, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Join Scout for stories, songs, and rhymes, and stay for playtime afterwards! Intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. In good weather, this program will be held outdoors in Shakespeare Park, directly across the street from the library's main entrance. In…
Infant and Toddler Playgroup
Fri, July 12, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Play, talk, explore books and toys while listening to music and gaining early social, emotional, fine and gross motor skills. For infants and toddlers along with their parents, grandparents or caregivers. Come one time, or all the time. Meets most Fridays, from 10:30 a.m. until noon.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, July 12, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Wadsworth Library
Come join Ms. Dee for songs, movement, and stories most Fridays at 11:00 a.m.! Stay awhile for playtime afterward. This program is intended for children ages 2 - 6 and their caregivers.
Toddler Storytime with Miss Chelsea
Fri, July 12, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library
Join Miss Chelsea for storytime! We’ll read, sing, and play! This program is geared towards toddlers, but can be adapted for younger and older children.
Read, Baby, Read Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, July 12, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join us every Friday for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay after storytime for playgroup. This program is for babies and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. Read Baby Read made possible by a grant from the William Penn Foundation.
Midsommar Cool-Off
Fri, July 12, 2024
11:30 A.M.
Independence Library
Cool off with free water ice, pretzels, and books! Celebrate the season with our midday mid-summer party. Get a library card or sign up for our summer reading raffle! Free for all ages. Sponsored by the Friends of the Independence Library.
Summer Meal Program
Fri, July 12, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Stop by and have a light lunch at the library. This program is for students enrolled in pre-K through 12th grade and meals will be available Monday - Friday, from noon - 1:00 p.m. Meals must be eaten at the library. This program is a federally-funded Child Nutrition Program sponsored by…
Fun-tastic Friday
Fri, July 12, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
LEGOS, Blocks and Stones oh my! Join us every Friday for building time. Children can use their imagination to construct amazing things and complete challenges. Come bring your ideas and creativity to this fun building program.
Fantastic Fridays at Durham!
Fri, July 12, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Join us at for a different activity every Friday throughout Summer of Wonder. From building to crafts, we will have a lot of fun on these Fantastic Friday afternoons.