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Welcome! From craft to college prep, from movie screenings to film making the Free Library has it all for teens! Check out an event at your local library or visit the Teen Space at the Parkway Central Library on Vine Street. Find awesome programs around the city and find your next great read!

Need homework help? Get access to tutoring services available for Math, Science, English, Social Studies (in Spanish and English), skills building, and a 24-hour writing lab.

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Little Yoga Squad Presents: Family Yoga

Thu, December 26, 2024 10:00 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Join us for some family yoga with Ms. Mariah from Little Yoga Squad! This program is a fun and interactive session that will bring families together through playful poses, mindfulness and connection. For all ages and abilities.  It's a perfect way to bond while nurturing health and well…

Rare Books Roadshow

Thu, December 26, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials.   This pop-up event will take place…

Rare Books Roadshow

Thu, December 26, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials.   This pop-up event will take place…

Rare Books Roadshow

Thu, December 26, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials.   This pop-up event will take place…

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Free SAT and College Prep Workshops 2024–2025

College and test prep workshops , hosted by  Field Teen Center  in partnership with  The Alexander Advantage , will return to the Free Library for the 2024–2025 school year . This free series is for high school students up to… continue reading

By Yona Y.    September 23, 2024    1   

Introducing the 2024–25 Philadelphia Youth Poet Laureate

The Free Library of Philadelphia is pleased to announce the 2024–25 Philadelphia Youth Poet Laureate : Malaya Ulan , a junior at Science Leadership Academy at Beeber! She was selected from a competitive pool of applicants by the Poet… continue reading

By Yona Y.    September 17, 2024   

View Life Through the Lens: Photography Without Borders at the Free Library

Photography is a powerful outlet for expression and creativity in young people. Teens aged 12–18 can explore their abilities as photographers at the Kensington  and Lillian Marrero branches of the Free Library this summer, where… continue reading

By Anthony T.    July 23, 2024   

Library Department Highlights: Field Teen Center

Since Parkway Central Library opened in 1927, patrons have had free and open access to its rich and unique collections, expanding services, and professionally trained and welcoming staff. The robust programs and collections available are… continue reading

By Yona Y.    July 17, 2024    1   

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