Friends of McPherson

09/23/2026

We’re breaking ground on a major $21.7 million transformation of McPherson Square Library and Park as we celebrate Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s 1,000th day in office!

Where: McPherson Square Library and Park, 601 E. Indiana Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19134
When: Monday, September 28, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.

This project will transform one of Kensington’s most important community spaces, with major improvements to both the library and surrounding park.

Join Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, Councilmember Quetcy Lozada, Capital Program Office, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, Free Library of Philadelphia, Impact Services, community partners, and neighbors as we celebrate the start of construction.

08/19/2026

07/09/2026

Tomorrow!!

06/25/2026

Free ID

06/25/2026

Free lunches 12-2pm and free snacks 3-4pm inside of the McPherson Square Library!

05/31/2026

Join us for our monthly community meeting over at the McPherson Square Branch. This month we’ll be learning more about our rights when it comes to ICE. A training will be provided during the meeting as well as catered food from Freddy & Tony’s restaurant.

05/31/2026

Come see the goats 🐐 from Philly Goat Project at the McPherson Square Park tomorrow from 4-6pm! Hope to see everyone there! Impact Services McPherson Square Branch

05/22/2026

Join us for our Annual Kensington Summer Kickoff at McPherson Square Park on Saturday, June 13th from 12-3pm. More info on the flyer! Hope to see everyone there! It’s going to be a blast!