Beginner/Intermediate English Language Class

Mon, December 10, 2018 12:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

A weekly class for English learners at the Beginner and Intermediate levels. Register with the librarian at 215-685-1866.

Adult New Americans New Americans ESL

Mindfulness Meditation | Chair Yoga

Mon, December 10, 2018 12:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Ground your mind and body with Mindfulness Meditation and Chair Yoga. Spend a peaceful half-hour with a guided meditation. Chair yoga is a twist on traditional yoga, making it accessible for any age. This program is for adults. Newcomers please attend the 12:30 p.m. class. Our 2:00 p.m. Chair…

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

ESL Conversation Group - Monday Afternoon

Mon, December 10, 2018 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

Mindfulness Meditation | Chair Yoga

Mon, December 10, 2018 1:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Ground your mind and body with Mindfulness Meditation and Chair Yoga. Spend a peaceful half-hour with a guided meditation. Chair yoga is a twist on traditional yoga, making it accessible for any age. This program is for adults. Newcomers please attend the 12:30 p.m. class. Our 2:00 p.m. Chair…

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

Slime Time

Mon, December 10, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Torresdale Library

Join us as we experiment with common household ingredients to create squishy, fluffy, glittery, and scented slime! 

Young Adult School Age LEAP Children Science STEM

Anime & Manga Discussion Group for Kids & Teens

Mon, December 10, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library

Children ages 11 and up and teens are invited to explore Japanese animation, comics and pop culture! Get to know different anime and manga series and try your hand at fan activities. For more information, contact Sara Palmer, Children's Librarian, at 215-686-1768 or palmers@freelibrary.org.

Young Adult School Age Discussion and Participation Film Screening Children Movies & Television Anime & Manga

Board Game Bonanza!

Mon, December 10, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

From Chutes and Ladders to Connect 4, from Bingo to Twister, play some games and make some friends!   Parkway Central Library Children's Department Ground Floor, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 215.686.5369 ***Programs are subject to change*** Find us on…

School Age Other Great Programs Children Board Games and Role-Playing

Balloon Cars

Mon, December 10, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Design and build your own balloon powered car! 

School Age Family Programs LEAP Children Education Family Free Library of Philadelphia Makers & Makerspaces Science Teens STEM

Read With A Dog!

Mon, December 10, 2018 4:15 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

School age kids - ages  6 to 12 - are invited to come read independently with Orchid, a certified therapy dog, and share a new book or an old favorite in a judgement free space.  Dogs love to hear stories! Space may be limited.  Groups cannot be accommodated at this…

School Age Other Great Programs PAWS Read to a Dog

Yoga

Mon, December 10, 2018 4:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Stretch and breathe deeply in preparation for the week ahead 

School Age Workshops and Enrichment Children Yoga

Bee Bots

Mon, December 10, 2018 4:30 P.M.
Eastwick Library

Children will have fun coding using Bee Bot robots in this exciting STEM program

School Age Other Great Programs STEM

SmART Readers

Mon, December 10, 2018 4:30 P.M.
Torresdale Library

Students ages 7-12 can join us for an exciting visual art and literacy program! A visiting artist will engage students in fun art making experiences tied to literacy skills. Space is limited and registration is encouraged! See the Children's Librarian for more information and to register.…

School Age Family Programs Children

English Conversation Group

Mon, December 10, 2018 5:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Please join us for a free conversation hour as you build your confidence in speaking English. Topics may involve small talk, holidays and customs, and common slang. Participants will get to practice speaking in a casual environment and meet other international adults. This program will be held…

Adult New Americans New Americans ESL

Let's Speak English | For International Adults

Mon, December 10, 2018 5:30 P.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library

Join us for a weekly conversation hour and build your confidence in speaking English. Topics may include: small talk, holidays, customs, and common slang. You can practice speaking English in a casual and relaxed environment without examinations. You will be able to make friends with other…

Adult Discussion and Participation New Americans New Americans ESL - English as a Second Language

Overdose Awareness and Reversal Training

Mon, December 10, 2018 6:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

FREE training on how to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose using naloxone presented by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health. To register please go to  overdose.prevention@phila.gov. Walk-ins are welcome!

Adult Health Programs Health

Settlement Music School's High School Choir

Mon, December 10, 2018 6:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

The High School Choir will perform for us once again. Their voices are heavenly! . 

Young Adult School Age Preschool Senior Live Performances Music

Navigating the Justice System: Landlord-Tenant Court

Mon, December 10, 2018 6:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Going to Housing Court can be an overwhelming experience both for landlords and tenants. This presentation will help build knowledge and confidence by guiding you through the process. It will cover how a case gets to court, courtroom etiquette, what happens in the courtroom, and the physical…

Adult Young Adult Workshops and Enrichment Law Social Justice

Financial Planning 101

Mon, December 10, 2018 6:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library

Adult Young Adult Senior Other Great Programs

Online Safety

Mon, December 10, 2018 6:00 P.M.
Bustleton Library

Students will learn best practices for increasing their safety and privacy online. Please call (215-685-0472) or visit branch to sign-up.

Adult Young Adult Senior Computer Classes Hot Spots Computers

Intelligent by Design Nonfiction Book Group | What the Qur’an Meant and Why it Matters by Gary Wills

Mon, December 10, 2018 6:00 P.M.
Independence Library

Do you enjoy reading? We read critically acclaimed nonfiction old and new. All readers welcome. For additional information, please call 215- 685-1633. Directing himself to those who know little about Islam beyond what they glean from unsavory headlines, this Pulitzer Prize winning Western…

Adult Other Great Programs Book Clubs