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Outdoor Read, Baby, Read Storytime
Sat, May 8, 2021
10:00 A.M.
Kingsessing Library
Ms. Rachel will be providing socially distanced outdoor storytimes for children aged 0-24 months on the 2nd Saturday of the month. Parents and caregivers are asked to wear masks & socially distance from other households. Ms. Rachel will lead us in stories, songs, tickles & bounces. Big…
Outdoor Yoga
Sat, May 8, 2021
11:00 A.M.
Richmond Library
Bring your yoga mat and join us for an 8 week outdoor yoga series in the lovely shaded Almond Street side garden beneath the old oak tree. In the event of bad weather the class will be postponed until the following week.
Meditation Club for Adults
Sat, May 8, 2021
1:30 P.M.
Andorra Library
Let's meditate together while staying apart. We will explore various modalities of meditation. 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 Meditation…
Spring Sunprints
Sat, May 8, 2021
3:00 P.M.
Paschalville Library
An invitation to all Paschalville and area Teens and Young Adults (12+) to take part in the magic of creating cyanotype art! Free program with all materials provided beforehand. Watch a short demonstration on Zoom and then make your own works of art using cotton fabric, found materials,…
Teen Workshop: The Dialogue: Coming of Age as a Warrior, Healer, and Poet
Sat, May 8, 2021
4:00 P.M.
Online
"Take the Mic" is a virtual series of spoken word workshops that invites teens to explore the themes of The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo, the 2021 One Book, One Philadelphia Young Adult selection, and their own multiple identities using poetry and theater exercises. In this…
English Conversation Group: Art and Architecture
Mon, May 10, 2021
9:00 A.M.
Virtual
Join us to learn and practice English while discussing famous art and architecture of Philadelphia. Every Monday, starting October 5, 2020. 9-10:30 am Class is currently full - for more information or to join the waitlist, call 215-686-8664 or register at the link here.
Virtual-Intro to Homework Help Online
Mon, May 10, 2021
10:00 A.M.
Katharine Drexel Library
Virtual Introduction to Free Library Databases: Homework Help Online Learn more about the Free Library’s family-friendly database, Homework Help Online, where you can live chat with a tutor! This video will be posted Monday at 10:00am on the Katharine Drexel Branch Library…
Virtual-Intro to Homework Help Online
Mon, May 10, 2021
10:00 A.M.
Welsh Road Library
Virtual Introduction to Free Library Databases: Homework Help Online Learn more about the Free Library’s family-friendly database, Homework Help Online, where you can live chat with a tutor! This video will be posted Monday at 10:00am on the Welsh Road Library Facebook…
In-Person Baby Storytime with Miss Mary!
Mon, May 10, 2021
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary Mondays at 10:30 am at Shakespeare Park (across the street from the library on Vine St) for Baby Storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, and fun! This program is intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. As per City of Philadelphia and Parks & Recreation's…
Making Her Mark: Philadelphia Women Fight for the Vote: Self-Guided Tour
Now through Mon, May 10, 2021
1:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
The Making Her Mark exhibition, open by appointment weekday afternoons in the West Gallery of the Parkway Central Library, offers a look at the stories of Philadelphia women who built and sustained movements dedicated to voting rights. Making Her Mark was curated by Jennifer Zarro, Ph.D.,…
COVID-19--How to Protect Yourself and Others
Mon, May 10, 2021
1:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
at
Parkway Central Library
Get the facts, and your questions answered by experts from the US Public Health Service. Talk will cover: • How the illness spreads, symptoms and complications • Testing and treatment • Prevention through face masks, vaccines, and more 1-2:30 p.m. with Q&A…
Virtual Spanish Conversation Group
Mon, May 10, 2021
1:00 P.M.
Virtual
Mondays and Thursdays 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. This FREE online class will build your knowledge and confidence in the Spanish language all while introducing you to other Spanish-speaking adults in a casual, fun learning environment. This group is currently full. To join the waitlist, register…
Virtual Messy Mondays
Mon, May 10, 2021
1:00 P.M.
Virtual
Join Ms. Naomi in making a big mess! Pictures and instructions for fun sensory play with common household items. Geared at children of all ages. Everyone needs time to make a mess! Remember kids, at the library our motto is "We make messes and then we clean them up." so be sure to…
Virtual Reference Desk
Mon, May 10, 2021
2:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
at
Parkway Central Library
BRIC’s business librarian misses you! Stop by the Virtual Reference Desk if you have a quick question for the librarian. The Virtual Reference Desk will be staffed from 2:00pm to 3:00pm via Zoom. There is no pre-registration for this event. Questions are limited to five to ten…
Making Her Mark: Philadelphia Women Fight for the Vote: Self-Guided Tour
Now through Mon, May 10, 2021
2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
The Making Her Mark exhibition, open by appointment weekday afternoons in the West Gallery of the Parkway Central Library, offers a look at the stories of Philadelphia women who built and sustained movements dedicated to voting rights. Making Her Mark was curated by Jennifer Zarro, Ph.D.,…
Making Her Mark: Philadelphia Women Fight for the Vote: Self-Guided Tour
Now through Mon, May 10, 2021
3:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
The Making Her Mark exhibition, open by appointment weekday afternoons in the West Gallery of the Parkway Central Library, offers a look at the stories of Philadelphia women who built and sustained movements dedicated to voting rights. Making Her Mark was curated by Jennifer Zarro, Ph.D.,…
Virtual English Conversation Circle
Mon, May 10, 2021
3:00 P.M.
Virtual Program
Join us for a free conversation circle. Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other international adults in a casual learning environment. 3:00-4:30 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday. Class is currently full - for more informaiton or to join the waitlist, call 215-686-8664…
VIRTUAL | Teen Reading Lounge
Mon, May 10, 2021
3:30 P.M.
Teen Center
at
Parkway Central Library
Teen Reading Lounge is an award-winning, nontraditional book club for teens ages 12-18. Teens help to create the reading list for the program and, working with trained facilitators, to design creative and civic engagement projects that bring big ideas to life. Youth ages 12-18 must register…
Virtual Movie Club
Mon, May 10, 2021
3:30 P.M.
Torresdale Library
The Torresdale Facebook Film Club meets online. Please join on our Torresdale Film Club Group on our Torresdale Branch Library Facebook Page and vote for movies each to watch on Hoopla or Kanopy - streaming movie services available with your library card. Polls for the…
Online English Language Learning through Storytelling
Mon, May 10, 2021
4:00 P.M.
Virtual
Mondays 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. March 8 - May 24, 2021 Practice English by sharing stories and exploring literary and performing arts. Enjoy virtual performances and bring your whole self to these fun sessions to explore creativity and art-making guided by professional Philadelphia…