Posts in “healthy-communities” (17)
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The Science and Wellness Department invites you to explore and learn about health topics in a new program series. Introducing Penn Med's Health Talk Tuesdays ! Skip the waiting room and… continue reading Penn Med's Health Talk Tuesdays
By written by Shane M. July 31, 2023 2
May 1 begins Mental Health Awareness Month; this is a time to think more about our mental health journeys. Mental Health Awareness Month was established in 1949 to increase awareness about… continue reading Observing Mental Health Awareness Month With the Free Library
By written by Inaara S. May 1, 2023
by Regina Schliep, Logan Library Work-Study Student Logan Library invites adults and caregivers to an outdoor Resource Fair on Friday, September 24 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., featuring over… continue reading Join the Logan Library for a Community Resource Fair!
By written by Catherine M. September 21, 2021
The ongoing pandemic has elevated stress levels, anxiety, uncertainty, depression, and loneliness within our communities. So what if we took a moment to reflect on self-care? Members of the… continue reading Join Us in Joyful Acts of Mindfulness: In Joy, Take Care
By written by Valentín S. August 12, 2021
Philadelphia residents recently got their bodies moving through two exciting community partnerships with the Free Library's Culinary Literacy Center's Healthy Communities programming!… continue reading Body Connections: It Starts with You!
By written by Valentín S. August 4, 2021
The Free Library's Culinary Literacy Center is excited to bring back A Taste of Latin American Heritage , a workshop produced by Oldways , this upcoming spring! These recipes honor and… continue reading Celebrate Latin American Cuisine and Heritage This Spring!
By written by Valentín S. May 10, 2021
Over the last several weeks, local Philadelphia residents, as well as folks as far reaching as Australia (yes, you read that right!) attended Healthy For Life, a community nutrition and culinary… continue reading Healthy for Life Ignites Community Health and Wellness
By written by Valentín S. March 25, 2021
Welcome to Lillian Marrero / ¡Bienvenidos! Lillian Marrero Lillian Marrero Library was built in 1906 with funds donated by Andrew Carnegie. Today, the library is a landmark in Central… continue reading Reference Desk: Culinary Literacy Programming at Lillian Marrero Library
By written by Jonathan E. March 12, 2021
Today is National Caregivers’ Day, and we’d like to take a moment to honor the essential role that caregivers play in our communities. Whether it is for loved ones or how you earn your… continue reading Self-Care for Caregivers | National Caregivers' Day
By written by Emily S. February 19, 2021 1
Written by Alex Evenson, Philabundance Nutrition Educator, with additions from Caity Rietzen, Culinary Literacy Center Supervisor Frozen peas, canned beans, and potato chips. What do these three… continue reading Stocking Up Food for the Winter
By written by Caity R. December 23, 2020
Healthy Communities just wrapped a fall series of A Taste of African Heritage with instructor Paul O. Mims, who recently spoke with Oldways about Cooking, Culture, and Community During Covid… continue reading A Taste of African Heritage for Kwanzaa
By written by Aurora S. December 15, 2020
Written by Alex Evenson, Philabundance Nutrition Educator, with additions from Caity Rietzen, Culinary Literacy Center Supervisor Cooking is a wonderful way to bring people together, and… continue reading Brighten Up Your Thanksgiving Table
By written by Caity R. November 24, 2020
As COVID-19 cases surge in our city, Philadelphia health officials have announced a new Safer at Home plan, which aims to limit the spread of this virus through this difficult period. Vaccines for… continue reading Using the City's Online Maps to Find Free Food Distribution and COVID-19 Testing Sites
By written by Michael R. November 19, 2020
October is Health Literacy Month and certainly in October 2020—health is on everyone’s mind. At the Free Library, "literacy" is one of our favorite words, as it means… continue reading Health Literacy Month
By written by Peter L. October 15, 2020
Before I was a Rare Book Librarian, I worked as a Stitcher (let's not say "sewer"), and have recently pulled out my sewing machine to make face masks for donation. As of April… continue reading Making Face Masks for Fun (and Not Profit)
By written by Caitlin G. April 17, 2020 6
One of my favorite things about children is how they ask big questions. When adults have the same questions themselves, it can be hard to figure out how to answer in an age-appropriate manner.… continue reading Picture Book Highlights | Germs Are Not For Sharing!
By written by Naomi S. March 17, 2020 1
New year, new you! Let one of our new Home Gym Kits help support your health and fitness goals. You can use your library card to borrow the kit for up to two weeks. Inside the… continue reading Stay Fit—Borrow a Home Gym Kit!
By written by Aurora S. January 29, 2020 8