Regional branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia located on 52nd Street, the major commercial and shopping district of West Philadelphia. In 2004 the branch was renamed after Lucien Blackwell, a former congressman.
Weekly Saturday morning session of sensory movement and play with dimmed lights and special toys, aimed at children, families and those interested in autism.
Weekly interactive storytime with read-aloud books, songs and crafts for children aged 2 to 5 and their families.
Weekly teen-run lounge at the West Philadelphia Regional Library with video games, board games and monthly crafts for young adults.
Drop-in reading session where children from Pre-K to 6th grade read aloud with a local librarian to build their reading skills.
Interactive storytime with read-aloud books, songs and craft for children aged 2 to 5 and their families.
Four-week youth guitar session to learn the parts of a guitar, tuning, basic chords and strum patterns, with guitars provided.
Informal, free language exchange group for adults and seniors to practice English and French with native speakers at the West Philadelphia library.
Free English class for adults starting to learn the language, held on Wednesdays and Fridays at the West Philadelphia regional library.
Weekly Monday storytime with stories, rhythms and songs for children aged 2 to 5 and their caregivers, followed by a playgroup session.
Teen-run lounge at the West Philadelphia regional library with video games, board games and monthly crafts on Tuesdays.
