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Kensington Library

A branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia located near the York-Dauphin El station, serving Kensington, West Kensington, and Norris Square. Offers books, videos, magazines, and music in Spanish and English.

Kensington 104 West Dauphin Street, Philadelphia, PA 19133-3701 215-685-9996 Website

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Upcoming Events

Kensington Library Computer Lab - Open Lab

Do you have a project to complete that will take longer than a usual computer reservation? Stop by the Kensington Library Computer Lab beginning at 10 AM. Lab is open until 4:30 PM. Spaces are limited.

Sat, Jul 18, 2:00 PMKensington Library

General / Other

Watch Party on Discord! Anime/Manga Meetup for Adults & Older Teens

Join our anime watch parties on Discord for part of—or the whole—evening! Discord.gg/yncaWnX July-August 2026, (usually) every other Saturday Sun 7/5 & Sats 7/18, 8/1, 8/15, 8/29, 5:30-8:30 PM

Sat, Jul 18, 9:30 PMKensington Library

Music and Performance

Kensington Library Computer Lab - Open Lab

Do you have a project to complete that will take longer than a usual computer reservation? Stop by the Kensington Library Computer Lab beginning at 10 AM. Lab is open until 5:30 PM. Spaces are limited.

Mon, Jul 20, 2:00 PMKensington Library

General / Other

Kensington Library Computer Lab - Resume Help

Get support crafting and editing your resume! Feel free to bring an existing resume for tips and suggestions. This program takes place from 11AM to 1PM.

Tue, Jul 21, 3:00 PMKensington Library

Adult Education

Preschool Storytime

Join us inside the library for stories, rhymes, songs, and movement! Best suited for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

Tue, Jul 21, 3:00 PMKensington Library

Kids

Kensington Library Computer Lab - Open Lab

Wed, Jul 22, 2:00 PMKensington Library

General / Other

Drag Queen Storytime with Brittany Lynn

Join Brittany Lynn for a fun morning of stories about love, diversity, and acceptance. Brittany Lynn is the creator of the Drag Queen Story Time program for Philly’s libraries, schools, and museums!

Wed, Jul 22, 2:30 PMKensington Library

Kids

Science in the Summer: Be a Chemist!

Have you ever wondered how chemists create dyes, make medicines, or help solve crimes using science? Find out with hands-on STEM activities created by the Franklin Institue. This year's theme is "Be a Chemist". Best suited for children entering grades 2-6. GSK Science…

Wed, Jul 22, 7:00 PMKensington Library

STEM Activities

Clay, Play, Read

The Clay Studio is coming to Kensington Library! Each week, enjoy a read-aloud story followed by a clay project related to the theme of the story. Best suited for ages 3-8.

Thu, Jul 23, 4:00 PMKensington Library

Kids

Preschool Storytime

Join us inside the library for stories, rhymes, songs, and movement! Best suited for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

Tue, Jul 28, 3:00 PMKensington Library

Kids

Science in the Summer: Be a Chemist!

Wed, Jul 29, 7:00 PMKensington Library

STEM Activities

Tiempo de cuentos y cantos en español y diversión para familias

Tiempo de cuentos y cantos en español y diversión para familias, verano de 2026 Spanish-language stories, songs, and playtime for families, Summer 2026 Los siguientes jueves a las 11 AM: 25 de junio * 9 y 30 de julio * 13 y 27 de agosto The following…

Thu, Jul 30, 3:00 PMKensington Library

Kids

Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker

Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. This service will be available today from 2:00pm to 5:00pm. If you have questions, you can email…

Thu, Jul 30, 6:00 PMKensington Library

Social Services

Hands-On Cooking for Kids

Kids of all ages can join us to help prepare a tasty meal. Learn about the culture of the food that you are making, basic cooking skills, and general information on how to have a healthy diet.

Mon, Aug 3, 7:30 PMKensington Library

Kids