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Canceled: Philadelphia Reads James Baldwin
Mon, November 4, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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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…
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…
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.…
Baby and Toddler Playtime!
Tue, November 5, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Play, talk, sing and explore books and toys while listening to music and gaining social, emotional, fine and gross motor skills. This program is intended for babies and toddlers along with parents, grandparents or caregivers. We will be meeting in the Storyhour Room.
Working Remotely – Telecommuting Tips and Tools for Job Seekers: Virtual Full Circle Career Workshop
Tue, November 5, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
A Full Circle workshop which shares strategies for setting up a productive, efficient remote workspace, and best practices for leveraging technologies like WebEx and Zoom for telecommuting and remote interviewing. Participants learn how to set themselves up for success in the remote work…
Gretchen Gettes plays the Viola da Gamba
Tue, November 5, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Gretchen Gettes plays the viola da gamba in the Art & Literature Department balcony. Gretchen Gettes is a professional musician living in Philadelphia, whose life philosophy is to do more of what she loves. When she heard the beautiful, earthy tone of the viola da gamba, an instrument dating…
Teen Video Games
Tue, November 5, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for video games at the Field Teen Center every Tuesday and Friday! We play a variety of games. New players and experienced pros welcome. Programs at the Field Teen Center are open to individuals ages 12 to 18. Organized groups (including camp groups and school…
LEAP into Fun!
Tue, November 5, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join the LEAP team for craft and construction projects in our Story Hour Room. All ages (12 and under) are welcome! The Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program (LEAP) offers K-12 out-of-school programming that fosters an inclusive, informal learning environment for children,…
*RESCHEDULED* Let's Eat: Papier-Mâché Workshop
Tue, November 5, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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Parkway Central Library
Because Parkway Central Library will be closing at 5:00 p.m. on November 5, this workshop has been rescheduled. Please see visit tinyurl.com/papier feast to RSVP to the new dates. We invite you to *fake * bread with us in this 3-part workshop! Participants will design, construct, and…
Night Raven Gaming Society
Tue, November 5, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
New to 40k... come and learn to play... experienced players we have organized play.... Assemble forces for historical battles in WWII, Vietnam, Middle East and even Modern conflicts. The Masquerade continues to with Vampire the Eternal Struggle here... Chose a clan and direct your minions to…
SOLD OUT-- The Free Library of Philadelphia Workplace and PA CareerLink Entry Level Job Fair- SOLD OUT
Wed, November 6, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
The Free Library of Philadelphia Workplace and PA CareerLink Entry Level Job Fair! Wednesday, November 6, 2024, 10am-2pm Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street Philadelphia, PA, 19103. Join us at the Parkway Central Library for a fantastic opportunity to explore entry-level job openings from…
Music and Movement!
Wed, November 6, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Ms Naomi for songs, dance, and fun explorations of rhythm and movement! This program is intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. Wednesdays at 10:30am in Shakespeare Park, or in inclement weather, in the Montgomery Auditorium. Instagram: @freelibraryccd…
Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, November 6, 2024
2:00 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, Wednesdays from 2-4:30 pm in the…
Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, November 6, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Art Department
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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, Wednesdays from 2-4:30 pm in the…
Philly Young Playwrights Present: Haiku a Play!
Wed, November 6, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Join the Field Teen Center and Philly Young Playwrights for a free writing workshop that'll help you turn your haikus into plays! Location: Field Teen Center, Ground Floor Parkway Central Library Programs at the Field Teen Center are open to individuals ages 12 to…
Monthly Book Club
Wed, November 6, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us to discuss books and life and eat snacks! This book club is ideal for fourth through sixth graders. Copies of each book will be available to check out at the reference desk. We will discuss The Rhythm of Time by Questlove with S.A. Cosby.
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, November 6, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Independent readers and children who are learning to read are invited to practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Yes, you can pet them, too! Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program & each child will be assigned…
Mindfulness Meditation | Beginner Session
Wed, November 6, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Join instructor Maceo Hood in this beginner friendly meditation class. In this one-hour course, you will learn about the benefits of meditation and how to practice. We will conclude with a short, guided meditation. Maceo received his certification from the Institute for Organizational Science…
BORBS: Improv Musical Performance
Wed, November 6, 2024
5:45 P.M.
Music Department
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Parkway Central Library
What's you favorite bird sound? Ours is a coo (both pigeons and chickens coo when you feed them birdseed ❤). The Music Department hosts BORBS for an improvisational musical performance, followed by a brief Q&A session. Come have a hoot with us! This is a FREE, *all-ages performance.…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, November 6, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Natalia. The group will meet in HEIM 131/132 on the first floor.…