A branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia located near Franklin Mills Mall, serving the communities of Normandy, North and West Torresdale, Morrell Park, Millbrook, Parkwood, and Crestmont Farms. Opened September 24, 1969, and dedicated to Mary Katharine Drexel, a Philadelphia heiress who founded the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament.
Grab & Go Craft Bags Mondays, Jun 15, 22, 29, Jul 6, 13, 20, 27, Aug 3, 10 at 11:00 a.m . Visit the library on select Mondays this summer to pick up a Grab & Go Craft bag for children in K-5th grade! Instructions are included in the bag. Supplies are limited and are first-come,…
The Science of Soccer: Think Fast! Engineered by The Franklin Institute, presented by Bentley, and led in partnership with the Free Library of Philadelphia Monday July 20, 2026 3:30-4:30 PM Learners test their reaction times through a series of fast-paced challenges. They’ll explore…
The Science of Soccer: Foot Friction Engineered by The Franklin Institute, presented by Bentley, and led in partnership with the Free Library of Philadelphia Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:30-4:30 PM Learners take on the role of sports engineers to test how traction works on the sole of a soccer cleat.…
Whose Library is it Anyway? Teen Improv Tuesdays - 6/23 through 8/11 at 4:30 PM Yes, and... All teens and tweens are invited to join us at Katharine Drexel Library to play weekly improv games. Whether you are a seasoned actor, or just love to have a good time, we promise there will be lots of…
Crossword Race at Katharine Drexel Library Fridays, June 26 through August 14 at 10:30 AM Calling all word puzzle enthusiasts! Join us each Friday during our Ultimate Summer Quest as we have a friendly race to see who can complete this week's crossword the fastest! This is open to…
Grab & Go Craft Bags Mondays, Jun 15, 22, 29, Jul 6, 13, 20, 27, Aug 3, 10 at 11:00 a.m . Visit the library on select Mondays this summer to pick up a Grab & Go Craft bag for children in K-5th grade! Instructions are included in the bag. Supplies are limited and are first-come,…
Whose Library is it Anyway? Teen Improv Tuesdays - 6/23 through 8/11 at 4:30 PM Yes, and... All teens and tweens are invited to join us at Katharine Drexel Library to play weekly improv games. Whether you are a seasoned actor, or just love to have a good time, we promise there will be lots of…
Crossword Race at Katharine Drexel Library Fridays, June 26 through August 14 at 10:30 AM Calling all word puzzle enthusiasts! Join us each Friday during our Ultimate Summer Quest as we have a friendly race to see who can complete this week's crossword the fastest! This is open to…
Grab & Go Craft Bags Mondays, Jun 15, 22, 29, Jul 6, 13, 20, 27, Aug 3, 10 at 11:00 a.m . Visit the library on select Mondays this summer to pick up a Grab & Go Craft bag for children in K-5th grade! Instructions are included in the bag. Supplies are limited and are first-come,…
Native Plant Gardening Series: Session 2-Container Gardening Monday, August 3 at 1 PM Join master gardener Barbara Mancini, Penn State extension program, for two presentations on two types of native plant gardening in our Meeting Room. Landscaping with native plants is…
Whose Library is it Anyway? Teen Improv Tuesdays - 6/23 through 8/11 at 4:30 PM Yes, and... All teens and tweens are invited to join us at Katharine Drexel Library to play weekly improv games. Whether you are a seasoned actor, or just love to have a good time, we promise there will be lots of…
