Free Library of Philadelphia - Chestnut Hill

Free Library of Philadelphia - Chestnut Hill The Chestnut Hill Branch offers free enrichment programs & activities for patrons of all ages.

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June's Branch Calendar is ready for you to pick up or print out! Stop by to attend a program, participate in an activity...
06/01/2026

June's Branch Calendar is ready for you to pick up or print out! Stop by to attend a program, participate in an activity, and browse our book displays on Father's Day, Juneteenth, Pride Month, Summertime, Soccer, New Books and more...

(Please remember, day-of changes to our schedule due to unanticipated Staffing Shortages or Buildings Emergencies are posted to the branch webpage and page).

05/30/2026

The Chestnut Hill Library must transition to materials pick-up only this Saturday, May 30th due to a staffing shortage. We deeply apologize for the inconvenience.

We compiled our list of over 300+ names, and while there were so many egg-cellent suggestions, the chicks have peeped th...
05/28/2026

We compiled our list of over 300+ names, and while there were so many egg-cellent suggestions, the chicks have peeped their preference: Klaus, Violet, and Sunny!

Egg-cellent news! Two of the eggs have hatched! Our baby chicks will stay in the incubation station for 24 more hours an...
05/26/2026

Egg-cellent news! Two of the eggs have hatched! Our baby chicks will stay in the incubation station for 24 more hours and then we'll move them to the warming station where visibility will be better and names will be appointed. Stop by to welcome them to Libraryland before they are relocated to The Farm where they'll be reunited with their momma chicken.

05/21/2026

The Chestnut Hill Library will have a early 1PM closure on Friday, May 22nd, and will be closed fully on Monday, May 25th for Memorial Day. Saturday hours will still be operational. We hope you enjoy the long weekend!

Dewey Dinosaur Biscuit had a BIG day yesterday! Thanks to the incredible generosity of Dewey’s fans, we were able to tak...
05/14/2026

Dewey Dinosaur Biscuit had a BIG day yesterday!

Thanks to the incredible generosity of Dewey’s fans, we were able to take Dewey to the veterinarian for a beak trim, blood work, scans, and a full check-up!

And we learned something exciting… at 4 years and 3 months old, Dewey is officially a GIRL!

Thank you all so much for your love, support, and donations. Because of you, Dewey is getting the care she needs and deserves!

We will continue to keep the fundraiser going becasue Dewey needs a follow-up visit with the veterinarian as well as a habitat upgrade. Stay tuned for more updates!

https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-dewey-the-tortoise-stay-healthy

Update: Thanks to the generosity of our library community and Dewey’s many fans, we’re happy to share that he’ll be visi...
05/07/2026

Update: Thanks to the generosity of our library community and Dewey’s many fans, we’re happy to share that he’ll be visiting the vet next Wednesday, May 13th!

We’re so grateful for your support and care. We’ll be sure to post photos and updates to document his visit—stay tuned!

Dewey's Fundraiser is managed by our Friends Group. You can continue to donate, as Dewey needs ongoing care as well as a Habitat Renovation.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-dewey-the-tortoise-stay-healthy

Notice something egg-citing and new in our Children's section? We've teamed up with Rent The Chicken to hatch baby chick...
05/06/2026

Notice something egg-citing and new in our Children's section? We've teamed up with Rent The Chicken to hatch baby chicks at our library! Chicken eggs take about 21 days to hatch, so be sure to check in all month long on their progress!🥚🐣🐥

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8711 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19118

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 7pm
Tuesday 11am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

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(215) 685-9290

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