Saturday Morning Cartoons

Sat, August 17, 2019 9:00 A.M.
Teen Center at Parkway Central Library

Need to get out of the house on Saturday morning but have nothing to do? Come join us at the Field Teen Center for some early morning cartoon watching! Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for more info. Follow @FLPTeenCenter on Facebook and Instagram. Teen programming at the…

Young Adult Other Great Programs Teens Digital Media

Open Computer Lab

Sat, August 17, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Work on a special project and get one-on-one assistance. Lab is open for 2 hours. This class is offered on a first come, first served basis and space is limited. Register in the lab, by signing the clipboard.

Adult Senior Computer Classes Other Great Programs Computers

Read, Baby, Read Storytime

Sat, August 17, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Read! Sing! Play! Help your child learn through stories, songs, and fun activities. All programs are for children ages birth through 24 months and their caregivers. Expecting parents and siblings welcome.  Read, Baby, Read is a series of fun programs for babies, toddlers and…

Toddler Baby Family Programs Children Family Literacy

Read, Baby, Read Play Group

Sat, August 17, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Join us for play time and connecting with other families. All programs are for children ages birth through 24 months and their caregivers. Expecting parents and siblings welcome. Childcares and groups, please call the library to make an appointment.  Read, Baby, Read is a…

Toddler Baby Family Programs Children Family

Self-Care Saturday

Sat, August 17, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Teen Center at Parkway Central Library

12:00 p.m. -2:00 p.m. in the Field Teen Center, Ground Floor. Come take time for yourself as we explore efforts and crafts to help meet our physical, emotional, and mental health needs.   Program for teens ages 12-18 only. Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for more…

Young Adult Other Great Programs Health & Fitness Self-Help Teens meditation Reimagined Parkway Central

Maker Studio -Mosaics

Sat, August 17, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Teen Center at Parkway Central Library

Feeling crafty? In addition to our regular weekday crafting we have Maker Studio! We will do different project every week! Program for teens ages 12-18. Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for more info. Follow @FLPTeenCenter on Facebook and Instagram. Teen…

Young Adult Arts and Crafts Programs Crafts & Hobbies Teens

Movie Double Feature

Sun, August 18, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Teen Center at Parkway Central Library

Escape the heat this summer as with these essential movies each Sunday in the Field Teen Center! Program for teens ages 12-18. Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for more info. Follow @FLPTeenCenter on Facebook and Instagram. Teen programming at the Field Teen Center is…

Young Adult Film Screening Movies & Television Summer Reading Teens

Intermediate Knitting Class

Sun, August 18, 2019 1:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

In this 8 week course, you will learn how to swatch in the round, learn to knit in the round on both circular and double pointed needles, and learn how to cable and knit lace. Projects include a hat, a cabled coffee cup cozy, and a cable and lace cowl. You will be responsible for all your own…

Adult Young Adult Arts and Crafts Programs Crafts & Hobbies Teens Knitting

Sundays on Stage: Thunderbird American Indian Dancers - Yah-Oh-Way

Sun, August 18, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Performed by the Thunderbird American Indian Dancers, Yah-Oh-Way, meaning "it is good" in Hopi, highlights the depth anf complexity of Native American societies with traditional dances and songs, along with explanations of their origins and meanings.  Seating is on a first-come,…

Adult Young Adult School Age Preschool Toddler Senior Family Programs Live Performances Sundays on Stage Children Family Performing Arts Teens

Peace

Now through Sun, August 18, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Art Department at Parkway Central Library

In partnership with the Free Library of Philadelphia,  Friends, Peace, and Sanctuary  invites you to experience this groundbreaking exhibition, available for quiet contemplation surrounding the true meaning of peace and tranquility. Featuring artists’ books by individual…

Adult Young Adult School Age Senior Exhibitions Community Events Citizenship Family New Americans Philadelphia arts & crafts ESL - English as a Second Language Book Arts

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Mon, August 19, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Books, songs, rhymes and bounces for children (birth to 23 months) and their caregivers!

Toddler Baby Family Programs Storytimes Children Education Family Free Library of Philadelphia Literacy Literature Summer Reading children's literature Five Senses

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Mon, August 19, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Books, songs, rhymes and bounces for children (birth to 23 months) and their caregivers!

Toddler Baby Family Programs Storytimes Children Education Family Free Library of Philadelphia Literacy Literature Summer Reading children's literature Five Senses

Marvel Movie Mondays- Avengers: Infinity War

Mon, August 19, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Teen Center at Parkway Central Library

Escape the heat this summer as we recap the essential movies from the Marvel Cinematic Universe each week in the Field Teen Center! Program for teens ages 12-18. Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for more info. Follow @FLPTeenCenter on Facebook and Instagram. Teen…

Young Adult Film Screening Comics & Graphic Novels Movies & Television Summer Reading Teens

Community Conversation with the 16th District

Mon, August 19, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library

Pizza will be served!  All ages are welcome! Join officers from the 16th District for a Community Conversation. 

Adult Senior Discussion and Participation Community Events

Chair Yoga

Mon, August 19, 2019 12:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Chair yoga is a twist on traditional yoga, making it accessible for any age. This program is for adults and groups of 2 or more people, must call the librarian at 215-685-1758 before coming to class.

Adult Family Programs Health and Wellness Body, Mind & Spirit Summer Reading Yoga

ESL Conversation Group - Monday Afternoon

Mon, August 19, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

This group is a great way to practice speaking everyday English.  ALL are welcome.

Adult Senior New Americans New Americans ESL - English as a Second Language

Game Day Mondays

Mon, August 19, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Richmond Library

Indoor and outdoor fun and games for children and teens.

School Age Family Programs Children Summer Reading Board Games and Role-Playing

Movement Monday

Mon, August 19, 2019 1:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Come join us each Monday as move, play, and have fun.  We will be doing activities like Simon Says, Obstacle Courses, Dance games with the PS4, Yoga, and Hot Potato.  Meet us in the downstairs meeting room.

School Age LEAP Children Family Health & Fitness Makers & Makerspaces Teens Yoga

Mindfulness Meditation

Mon, August 19, 2019 1:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Ground your mind and body with Mindfulness Meditation and Chair Yoga.

Adult Family Programs Health and Wellness Body, Mind & Spirit Yoga

Chair Yoga

Mon, August 19, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Chair yoga is a twist on traditional yoga, making it accessible for any age. This program is for adults and groups of 2 or more people, must call the librarian at 215-685-1758 before coming to class.

Adult Family Programs Health and Wellness Body, Mind & Spirit Yoga