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Musicopia: West African Dance
Thu, June 1, 2023
4:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Explore some of the ways African Diaspora performing arts practices are used to affirm community, communicate values and inpire dialog. This inspiring and interactive program will include dance and music from the countries of West Africa.
Meditation Club for Adults (Virtual)
Thu, June 1, 2023
5:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Let's meditate together! We will explore various modalities of meditation in this ongoing program. Meditation has many benefits. It can reduce stress, help control anxiety, improve sleep and emotional health, and may reduce blood pressure and help control pain. Our…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+ (ONLINE)
Thu, June 1, 2023
5:00 P.M.
Virtual
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Mary. Sign up for the Interest Form here: http://www.bit.ly/LLCnewprograms
Vertical Display: Chris Dowling
Now through Thu, June 1, 2023
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Pen and ink drawings by Philadelphia artist Chris Dowling are now in a display created by the artist using the historic announcement stands in the Art Department. The artist worked on these drawings in the Art Department itself. This is the fourth such display in a…
Sew What?! Needle Crafts
Thu, June 1, 2023
5:30 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursday evening from 5:30 pm -…
Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, June 1, 2023
5:30 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 in the Heim…
Music and Mandarin - Beginner/Intermediate (ONLINE)
Thu, June 1, 2023
6:30 P.M.
Virtual
Learn and practice Mandarin through music and song. This group for beginning and intermediate Mandarin speakers will teach language and culture, as well as basic reading and writing skills. This group is led by Free Library volunteer Feng. Click here to join the interest list: …
Airea D. Matthews | Bread and Circus
Thu, June 1, 2023
7:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: Pay What You Wish
REGISTER In conversation with poet Phillip B. Williams Airea D. Matthews is the 2022–23 Philadelphia Poet Laureate and directs the poetry program at Bryn Mawr College. Her collection Simulacra won the 2016 Yale Series of Younger Poets Prize and her work has appeared in The New York Times,…
Feet First Fridays!
Fri, June 2, 2023
9:00 A.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Grab your sneakers and water bottle, we're going on a walk! Enjoy the great outdoors, exercise, and get to know your community. Whether you are an advanced or beginner walker, this club is for you. This event will be canceled if there is inclement weather, including heat emergencies. Meet us…
Storytime at Dickinson Square Park
Fri, June 2, 2023
9:30 A.M.
Whitman Library
Join Whitman Library's Ms. Rachel for an outdoor storytime at Dickinson Square Park in South Philly! We'll be inside the park near the corner of Moyamensing and Tasker. This storytime is for children ages 2 and up with caregiver, but younger or older children and siblings are also…
One on One Basic Computer Help
Fri, June 2, 2023
10:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Would you like to use the computer but need help? Help is available from 10-3 by appointment. Call the Magazines & Newspapers Department to schedule your Friday appointment at 215-685-0525.
Library Playgroup
Fri, June 2, 2023
10:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
This is a free, child-focused playgroup for young children and their caregivers that will take place in the library meeting room. Groups please call to set up a separate appointment.
Urban Foraging Tour of Washington Square Park
Fri, June 2, 2023
10:00 A.M.
Independence Library
Join Lady Danni of Landed Gentress on a tour of the urban ecosystem and learn about the "plants formerly known as weeds" all around us that can be used for culinary and medicinal purposes. Meet at the Independence Library. Tour departs at 10:15 a.m. sharp. Maximum capacity: 20 people.…
Friday Family Storytime!
Fri, June 2, 2023
10:00 A.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Children age 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to the library for stories, songs, games, and dancing at Family Storytime! Depending on the weather, storytime will be outside in the library courtyard or inside in the Children’s Department.
Gadget Help?
Fri, June 2, 2023
10:15 A.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
Need one on one help with your gadgets? Our Digital Resource Specialist are taking appointmsnets to help with computer tablets, smart phone, and other electronics devices. Call or visit the Gadget Bar in the heim Center on the first floor to make your appointment. Monday and Fridays 10:15 -…
Preschool Storytime with Ms. Scout
Fri, June 2, 2023
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Ms. Scout for stories, songs, and rhymes, and stay for playtime afterwards! Intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. In good weather, this program will be held outdoors in Shakespeare Park, directly across the street from the library's main…
Story Moves: Arts & Crafts Series
Fri, June 2, 2023
10:30 A.M.
Torresdale Library
This six week series for preschoolers is based on a movement book, followed by a fun project that will allow each child to experience and process art they can be proud of and take home.
Infant and Toddler Playgroup
Fri, June 2, 2023
10:30 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Play, talk, read and listen to music as the kids explore and interact with one another. For youngsters along with their parents, grandparents or caregivers. Come one time, or all the time. May 12, 19 & 26; June 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
Summer of Wonder Storytime with Ms. Nyia
Fri, June 2, 2023
10:30 A.M.
Haddington Library
Join Ms. Nyia for a fun Storytime at the Haddington Library.
Edible Alphabet - Learning English Through Cooking! (In Person)
Fri, June 2, 2023
10:30 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Adults are invited to this FREE English class. Each week we read, write, and speak in English--and cook a meal together! W/hen; Fridays 10:30 am - 1:30 pm (May 5 - June 9, 2023) Where: Lillian Marrero Library - Downstairs Meeting Room (601 E Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA,…