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Frankford Library Continues to Amaze

LaBae Daniels, our Librarian, continues to amaze the community with the breadth of programs offered.  This library is the heart of the community.

See what’s on tap for Spring.

ADULT

Laptop Classes:  Email Basics 12pm-1pm –  April 3,10,17,24; May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; June 5

Resume Assistance: Thursdays 12pm-1pm – April 5, 19, 26; May 3, 17, 24, 31; June 7

One-on-One Assistance available by appointment. Call to make an appt with DRS at 215-685-1473.

 

TEENS

Teen Third Thursdays – Crafts, games and fun for Teens Only.  – 3rd Thursday of the month | 4:30 p.m.  April 19, May 16

 

SCHOOL AGE

Wii Wednesdays with Vince – Come play your favorite Wii games with Mr. Vince.  For Teens and school-aged kids. –  4th Wednesday of the month | 4:30 p.m.   |  April 25, May 23

Frankford Library Minecraft Club – Come build and play Minecraft with other kids, ages 8 to 12.  Your host will be librarian Mr. Pagán.  We’ll be playing in creative and peaceful mode only!  Call or stop by to sign up. –  Saturdays at 2:00 p.m.  April 7  May 5  June 2

Preschool Storytime with Mr. Pagán

Preschoolers and their caregivers are welcome to come to listen to stories, do finger plays and sing songs with children’s librarian Mr. Pagán.  First and third Tuesdays of every month at 11:00 AM – April 3 and 17   May 1 and 15  June 5 and 19

Frankford’s Lego Playtime

Come to build with our Lego collection along other kids ages 6 to 12.  Your host will be children’s librarian Mr. Pagán. Call or stop by to sign up. – Saturdays at 2:00 p.m.  April 21  May 19

Lectura bilingüe de cuentos infantiles

Spanish/English Bilingual Storytime

For children and their parents. Read by librarian Mr. Pagán.  The third Wednesday of every month. Come one time, or all the time. – Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m.  April 18  May 16

 Para niños y sus padres.  Leido por el bibliotecario Sr. Pagán.  El tercer miercoles de cada mes. Vengan una vez o todas la veces que quieran.  Miercoles a las 6:00 p.m.  18 de abril  16 de mayo

 

Block Building Parties

Block Party!?  Wooden Block Party in the library.  On the first Wednesday of the month, join librarian Mr. Pagán to build whatever you want with our collection of over 2,000 blocks, signs and figures!  Children ages 4 and up are encouraged to build, create, and play!  Come one time, or all the time.  – Wednesdays at 5:00 p.m.  April 4  May 2  June 6

 

Frankford’s Wednesday Movie of the Month

Come the second Wednesday of every month and watch a fun family movie hosted by librarian Mr. Pagán. Come one time, or all the time!  – Wednesdays at 5:00 p.m.  April 11 – The Lego Movie  May 9 – Ferdinand

 

LaBae Daniels
Branch Manager & Adult/Teen Librarian
Frankford Neighborhood Library
4634 Frankford Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19124

Phone: 215-685-1473
Email: danielsl@freelibrary.org
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Come Meet Councilwoman Sanchez

Councilwoman Maria Quiñones Sánchez, invites you to join her for

“Conversation with Councilwoman Series”

Saturday, March 10th from 10 AM to 12 PM at the Northeast Frankford Boys and Girls Club at 1709 Kinsey Street

Tuesday, March 13th from 6 PM to 8 PM at the Gambrel Recreation Center at 1900 Wakeling Street

Monday, March 19th from 10 AM to 12 PM at the Simpson Recreation Center at 1010 Arrott Street

 

Space is limited; reservation is required.  Please call 215-686-3448

or email:  quetcy.lozada@phila.gov

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Historical Society to Celebrate the Eagles with the Frankford Yellow Jackets

The Historical Society of Frankford, at the meeting on March 13th at 7 PM, will celebrate the Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl win with a display their extensive collection of Frankford Yellow Jackets memorabilia for viewing and discussion. The Frankford Yellow Jackets, the original Philadelphia NFL franchise, won the NFL Championship in 1926.

Frankford Yellow Jackets 1926 – from Wikimedia Commons

There will also be the Annual report and election of Board Members, a guest appearance by State Representative Jason Dawkins to discuss how his office can be of service to HSF and the neighborhood.

The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Historical Society of Frankford at 1507 Orthodox Street.  Admission is free but donations are very welcome.

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Simpson Recreation Center Update

Lifeguards are NEEDED!  If interested contact us at 215-685-1223

  • Family Bingo Night is Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. cost $0.25 per card
  • Day Camp Registration begins April 2, 2018 for additional information email us.
  • Tee Ball Registration begins Monday, March 12, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.  Call Pat for more information.
  • Lifeguard Fair will be held at Simpson Recreation Center March 24, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. come out and get information or interview for a position.
Cynthia Young

Facility Supervisor
Simpson Recreation Center
1010 Arrott Street
Philadelphia, Pa 19124
215-685-1223 Office
215-537-3494 Fax
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Getting Ready for Spring at McIlvain

Happening at McIlvain Playground, 5200 Penn Street:

  • McIlvain Tot Rec Preschool Program is now enrolling for the 2018-19 school year. Program runs Mon-Fri from 9-12, children ages 2 1/2-5 years old.
  • We are looking for a qualified individual, 18 years or older, to run our After School Program. Program runs Mon-Fri from 2:30-6pm. Call 215-685-1228 for more information.
  • Upcoming programs: Chess Lessons on Friday nights at 6:30 and Art Classes on Monday nights at 6:30, stop by the Rec to register.
  • For more programming information, check out our Facebook page! facebook.com/mcilvainplayground
Matthew McMorrow

City of Philadelphia Parks & Recreation
Recreation Leader 1 | District 2 Visual Arts
McIlvain Playground | 5200 Penn St.
215-685-1228
matthew.mcmorrow@phila.gov