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Collage Workshop
Mon, November 4, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Art is for everyone! We’ll make personalized art using repurposed materials including magazines and books. Create a self-portrait, personal story, or something pretty! Participants are welcome to bring their own materials including cutting mats, collage materials, stickers,…
Crochet Corner
Mon, November 4, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library
Whether you are a master crocheter, beginner, or just curious, come on in and join us at the Crochet Corner. All levels are welcome, hosted by Mr. Denis. Please bring your own supplies, if you have them. Meets from 5:00 to about 7:00 p.m.
English Conversation Group
Mon, November 4, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Bustleton Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required, but it is encouraged ( https://www.remind.com/join/8cchfh ).
Roxborough Writing Club
Mon, November 4, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Roxborough Library
Come join us for some free-writing, prompts, and sharing of each other’s work. This is a positive and nonjudgmental community for motivation and inspiration. Open to writers of all genres and skill levels. Meets most Monday evenings, from 5:30 - to about 6:45 p.m.
The Vidocq Society: Solving Cold Case Homicides
Mon, November 4, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
The Vidocq Society: Solving Cold Case Homicides 11/4 at 5:30 pm Howard Lebofsky, Deputy Commissioner of the Vidocq Society, and John "Jack" Maxwell, Chief Inspector of the Philadelphia Police Department's Detective Bureau (retired) will offer a slide presentation and talk…
Read To a Therapy Dog
Mon, November 4, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Readers of all ages can read to Cene, Fig and Huey, our certified therapy dogs! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too!
Stop The Bleed
Mon, November 4, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join us for this FREE one hour class where you can learn to save a life! (Registration link below) Individuals will receive formal Stop the Bleed training, which includes a presentation followed by hands-on practice of applying direct pressure, packing a wound, and using a tourniquet to stop…
Chair Yoga with Lindsey
Mon, November 4, 2024
5:45 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Chair Yoga is a form of yoga that uses a chair as the main prop versus a traditional mat. This makes the practice more accessible to those that have trouble putting pressure on the knees and wrists, and is suitable for all levels and ages. The program will be taught by Lindsey Gill, a certified…
Canceled: Philadelphia Reads James Baldwin
Mon, November 4, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
at
Parkway Central Library
***Please note that this event is canceled on Monday, November 4th due to the closure of Parkway Central Library because of the Get Out the Vote concert taking place on the Parkway. We will be back for our next regularly scheduled reading group on Monday, November 18th.*** As part of the…
Friends of Whitman Library Monthly Meeting
Mon, November 4, 2024
6:30 P.M.
Whitman Library
The Friends of Whitman Library is an adult volunteer group who meets once a month (usually on the first Monday of the month) to discuss library happenings and fundraising opportunities. This meeting will take place inside the library. Anyone interested in learning more about the Friends of…
Math for GED
Tue, November 5, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Our small learning group builds math skills you can use to pass tests, understand the world, and solve problems at work and at home. The topics we work with will be taken from various areas of math. Online materials are provided to explain concepts and give additional practice between group…
Edible Alphabet: Learn English through Cooking! (Online)
Tue, November 5, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Zoom
Adults are invited to this FREE online English class. Each week we read, write, and speak in English--and cook a meal together (at our own homes, connected through video call). Free grocery pick up available. Register at www.bit.ly/EAEnglish Edible Alphabet English is made possible…
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Tue, November 5, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Join us for a fun morning filled with singing, dancing, and stories followed by a short play session. For children 5 and under and their caregivers.
Free Intermediate English Classes with IAC
Tue, November 5, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Tacony Library
Free English Classes by IAC Fall Session 2024 Mondays through Thursdays 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays: Beginner Level Tuesdays and Thursdays: Intermediate Level Improve your ability to read, write and speak English! Questions? Beginner…
I Wish To Say: Write a Postcard to the Next President
Tue, November 5, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
On Election Day, dictate your messages to the next president of the United States in the lobby of Parkway Central from 11 AM to 3 PM. This free, all ages public program will be led by Sheryl Oring, an artist who formerly served as the Dean of the School of Art at the University of the Arts.…
Read, Baby, Read: Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, November 5, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces that will help your young child develop important pre-literary skills while you bond and have fun together! This program is intended for our friends ages 2 and under, and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.
Family Storytime
Tue, November 5, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Bustleton Library
On Tuesdays at 11 AM, we will have a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
Read, Baby, Read: Baby Storytime in the Park
Tue, November 5, 2024
11:15 A.M.
Roxborough Library
Join Mr. Rich for stories, songs, rhymes, and dances perfect for infants and toddlers along with their caregivers! Free play with baby-friendly toys and a baby-friendly climbing wall will wrap up the program. Siblings are always welcome. Read, Baby, Read is a series of programs…
Toddler Storytime
Tue, November 5, 2024
11:15 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join Ms. Blake on tuesdays for toddler storytime. We will enjoy songs, stories, rhymes, and follow up with a special toddler playtime!
Baby & Toddler Storytime & Free Play
Tue, November 5, 2024
11:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for books, songs, and dancing! Then stick around for free play with toys! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers.