Movement Saturday

Sat, September 21, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

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

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

Photoshop, Part 1

Sat, September 21, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

Thinking of buying Photoshop? This class is a demonstration of Photoshop’s digital darkroom capabilities. (In Spanish and English.)

Adult Young Adult Senior Other Great Programs Photography

Special Saturday Storytime

Sat, September 21, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Bushrod Library

Join us for a special Saturday storytime featuring Max and the Tag-Along Moon. A giveaway book will be provided for each family to take home (while supplies last.) Younger/older siblings are welcome.

School Age Preschool Other Great Programs Family Programs Storytimes Children children's literature

New Voting Machine Demonstration

Sat, September 21, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

Philadelphia has a new voting system which we will use in the November 2019 General Election. The new machines will allow voters to securely mark their selections on a touch screen, or with an assistive device, and will produce a voter-verifiable paper ballot, providing an auditable paper…

Adult Senior Other Great Programs Voting and Elections

Voter Registration Event

Sat, September 21, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library

Your vote counts! Are you registered to vote?  If not, stop by the library to register.  Volunteers from the League of Women Voters will be here from 1:00 to 4:00 pm to help.

Adult Senior Other Great Programs Voting and Elections

LGBTQ Teen Cafe

Sat, September 21, 2019 1:30 P.M.
Tacony Library

LGBTQ Teen Café! Join us on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 1:30-4:00 Air hockey!  Crafts!  Gaming!  Jigsaw puzzles!  Snacks! Learn something new, meet new friends, or come to just chill. Ages 12-19

Young Adult Other Great Programs LGBTQ Free Library of Pride

Virtual Reality

Sat, September 21, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Experience the latest in virtual reality with Oculus and the Free Library! Travel the world, scuba dive on an alien planet; face your greatest fears with over 40 exciting or relaxing experiences.

Young Adult Other Great Programs Teens Video Games

Read, Baby, Read: Baby Massage with Tiffany Silliman Cohen

Sat, September 21, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Come learn infant and pediatric massage through song, story, and hands on interactive skills. Bring a blanket and anything you may need to take care of you and your 0-2 year old. Tiffany Silliman Cohen is an Advanced Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist (CPMTII) and Certified Infant Massage…

Adult Young Adult Toddler Baby Family Programs Body, Mind & Spirit Literacy

The Immigration Paradox: A Screening & Discussion

Sat, September 21, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library

Join us to watch this documentary, which attempts to understand why people would risk their lives to come to the U.S. and why others would try to keep them out, made by Mexico-born Arizona-raised director Lourdes Lee Vasquez. A conversation will follow, led by HIAS Pennsylvania, which supports…

Adult Young Adult Senior Discussion and Participation Film Screening

Anime, Manga, & Gaming Meetups for Adults & Older Teens

Sat, September 21, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Kensington Library

Adults and teens 16 and up are invited to meet up for ongoing screenings, conversation, and gaming sessions! Bring your love for different series and get to know new titles.  

Adult Young Adult Discussion and Participation Anime & Manga

Movie Double Feature

Sun, September 22, 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

Bellydance Class

Sun, September 22, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Ever wanted to learn bellydance? Now is your chance! The Blackwell Library will offer a 4-week series focused on absolute beginners of all physical levels. The first three weeks will introduce basic bellydance movements. The final week will teach an easy choreography for all to enjoy! And…

Adult Young Adult Senior Other Great Programs dance

PAWS for People Therapy Dog Training

Sun, September 22, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

PAWS for People is pleased to offer orientations and training for potential pet therapy teams here in Central Children's on June 23rd and 30th! CheckoutPawsforPeople.org for more information! Registration Required

Adult Young Adult Workshops and Enrichment Education

Baby Storytime

Mon, September 23, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, music, movement, and lots of fun! For children birth through 18 months and their caregivers. School, camp, and daycare groups - please call to schedule a visit. 215-686-5369

Baby Family Programs Storytimes Children Education Family Free Library of Philadelphia

Baby Play Group

Mon, September 23, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Creative Play for children birth to 18 months old and their caregivers!  Children's Department Story Hour Room. Free. No registration required.  School, camp, and daycare groups - please call to schedule a visit. 215-686-5369

Baby Family Programs Storytimes Children Education Family Free Library of Philadelphia

Computer Basics: Internet

Mon, September 23, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Hot Spot at Village of Arts & Humanities | 2544 Germantown Ave | 19133

*This class was originally scheduled for the 27th* 12:00 to 1:30 PM Accessing the internet, understanding browsers, and navigating safely Prerequisite : Keyboard & Mouse Registration not required. Limited to 5 learners.  

Adult Senior Computer Classes Hot Spots Computers

Chair Yoga

Mon, September 23, 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 Yoga

Philadelphia Department of Public Health| FREE NARCAN DAY

Mon, September 23, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Holmesburg Library

Health department staff will be available to answer questions, give information about responding to drug overdoses, offer training, and distribute Narcan. From 1-4PM

Adult Young Adult Senior Community Events Health Programs Other Great Programs Self-Help Health

ESL Conversation Group - Monday Afternoon

Mon, September 23, 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

Know Your Courts-Criminal Court

Mon, September 23, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library

Court rules and processes are often intimidating and unfamiliar, but criminal matters are high stakes for all involved. Learn about criminal court processes, terms and possible outcomes. This program is designed to bring you awareness and knowledge, so that you can become a more empowered and…

Adult Speakers and Lectures Other Great Programs Discussion and Participation Free Library of Philadelphia Free Library of Philadelphia Programs & Services Government Information Law Social Science Humanities Reimagined Parkway Central