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Read to a Therapy Dog at Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, PhiladelphiaWeek of Events
Monday, October 19, 2026
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October 19, 2026 -Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Bring the family at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library for an interactive storytime. Every Monday, this event includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family!
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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October 21, 2026 -Read to a Therapy Dog at Parkway Central Library
Read to a Therapy Dog at Parkway Central Library
On Wednesdays at Parkway Central Library, independent readers and children can practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program, and each child will be assigned individual time to read to […]
Thursday, October 22, 2026
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Friday, October 23, 2026
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October 23, 2026 -Fiber Craft Fridays at Kingsessing Library
Fiber Craft Fridays at Kingsessing Library
At Kingsessing Library, little ones can learn the basics of crochet, finger knit, mushroom knit, or just get cozy with some yarn on Friday afternoons. Yarn will be out in the children’s area starting at 3:30 pm, and then Librarian Rachel will provide a short […]
Saturday, October 24, 2026
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October 24, 2026 -Stories of Science at Science History Institute
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October 24, 2026 -Trick or Street Street at Franklin Square
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October 24, 2026 -2026 Tacony Fall Festival!
Stories of Science at Science History Institute
At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]
Trick or Street Street at Franklin Square
Celebrate the sweet and spooky season with a trick or treating at Franklin Square. Kids 10 and under are welcome for a family-friendly afternoon of candy and fun. Follow the trail in Franklin Square and get some sweets on Trick-or-Treat Street. This event is FREE! Capacity is […]
2026 Tacony Fall Festival!
Join in for a day full of entertainment, costume contests, carnival games, and more! The 6800-6900 blocks of Torresdale Ave will be blocked off for this event.
Sunday, October 25, 2026
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October 25, 2026 -Sensory-Friendly Day at National Constitution Center
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October 25, 2026 -Sensory Friendly Day – Halloween Edition!
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October 25, 2026 -Spooky Science Day!
Sensory-Friendly Day at National Constitution Center
Families can visit the National Constitution Center for its Sensory-Friendly Days. These are accessible learning experiences for people of all abilities and their families. Visitors with sensory-processing challenges can explore the museum in a secure and comfortable environment that includes modified programming and emotionally safe […]
Sensory Friendly Day – Halloween Edition!
Celebrate Halloween with a family-friendly day at The Franklin Institute designed with sensory needs in mind. Sensory Friendly Halloween offers a more comfortable, welcoming museum experience, complete with sensory-friendly shows, Halloween trick-or-treating, hands-on activities, community programming, and access to the museum’s general admission exhibits.
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Spooky Science Day!
Celebrate the spooky season with fall-inspired activities and Halloween fun for all ages. Featured activities includes the “That’s Gross!” live science show exploring gross secrets inside us. Guests can watch pumpkin carving turn into a wild science experiment. There’s also a slime, dough, and putty […]
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