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POSTPONED: Jim Clyburn | The First Eight : A Personal History of the Pioneering Black Congressmen Who Shaped a Nation
Wed, November 12, 2025
7:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: $5.00
The Author Events Series presents Jim Clyburn | The First Eight : A Personal History of the Pioneering Black Congressmen Who Shaped a Nation In Conversation with Governor Josh Shapiro THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO A CHANGE IN CONGRESSMAN CLYBURN'S SCHEDULE. WE ARE WORKING HARD TO…
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Irene Levy Baker | Cheers to McGillin's
Wed, November 12, 2025
7:00 P.M.
McGillin's Olde Ale House
Cost: Free
The Author Events Series presents Irene Levy Baker | Cheers to McGillin's Presented in partnership with McGillin's Olde Ale House Note: Doors open at 5:30 pm for a pre-event celebration at McGillin's, followed by the book talk at 7 pm. Step inside one of Philadelphia's most…
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Free Intermediate English Classes
Thu, November 13, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Tacony Library
Join our classes for adults to study and improve your English. We will work on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Taught by IndoChinese American Council. Three hours per week. Every Thursday from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. To inquire or sign up, please Contact Matthew…
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Toddler Storytime
Thu, November 13, 2025
10:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Fun stories and sing-alongs for early literacy development! Ages 1-4 recommended.
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Feeling Puzzled? All Day Puzzling!
Thu, November 13, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
Everyday life can get stressful. Join us if you want to sort out your feelings and get lost in an awesome puzzle. Every Thursday, all day from 10am to 5 pm, we supply a puzzle on a communal table to Puzzle it out! We can also supply The New York Times crossword puzzles for your entertainment.…
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Basic English Literacy
Thu, November 13, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Paschalville Library
Basic English Literacy (for English Language Learners) Paschalville Library (6942 Woodland Ave, 19142) Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 am - 12 pm Do you know an adult who wants to learn English and does not know how to read or write? The Free Library of Philadelphia is offering a FREE basic…
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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Thu, November 13, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Kingsessing Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. This service will be available today from 10:00am to 12:00 p.m. If you have questions, you can email…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, November 13, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Elizabeth. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
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Storytime with the Geography Lady at Glen Foerd-Australia!
Thu, November 13, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Torresdale Library
Storytime with Torresdale Library, the Geography Lady, and Glen Foerd Would you like to see the world with your little one without leaving Philadelphia? Join the Geography Lady at Glen Foerd for a special series of around the world storytimes! We will be exploring five different countries…
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Storytime Adventures!
Thu, November 13, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Join Miss Liz for Storytime Adventures on Thursday mornings at 10:30am, where we'll explore a new theme each week! Stay after storytime for playtime. Intended for preschoolers ages 3+ and their caregivers, but all are welcome. In the colder months this event…
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Adventures in Playland! Preschool Play Party
Thu, November 13, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Explore a rotating thematic collection of imaginative play based toys specifically curated by Free Library Children's librarians! Playtime in the library promotes healthy brain development, builds exploration, language, social and physical skills, encourages creativity, and provides…
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Read, Baby, Read Storytime & Play Group
Thu, November 13, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Richmond Library
Join Ms. Meghan for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces for babies with caregivers. Stay after Storytime to play. Siblings welcome.
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Read Baby Read Storytime & Playgroup
Thu, November 13, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Kingsessing Library
Calling all babies, toddlers and twos! Librarian Rachel will lead families in stories, songs, tickles, bounces, bubbles and maybe a few peek-a-boos! Afterwards, families can stay in our community room to explore baby toys and socialize. Older siblings welcome.
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Preschool Storytime
Thu, November 13, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Wynnefield Library
Come join Ms. Susan and Ms. Haley for stories, songs, and interactive fun for children 2-5 years old! Stay afterwards for playtime with manipulatives and themed activities.
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Read, Baby, Read Storytime
Thu, November 13, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Oak Lane Library
Mr. Alec will lead little ones in stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Bubbles will end storytime, but be sure to stay for our playgroup! For babies and toddlers, their siblings, and caregivers. Thursdays from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
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Preschool Storytime
Thu, November 13, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Andorra Library
Join Ms. Molly as we read, sing, dance, and learn together. For children ages 0-5 and their families.
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English/French Language Exchange
Thu, November 13, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Interested in learning French and helping French speakers practice English? Interested in learning English and helping English speakers practice French? Come join our free informal group. Sign up for the interest list: https://bit.ly/BRLEnglishFrench2025
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Échange linguistique anglais-français
Thu, November 13, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Avez-vous envie d'apprendre le français et d'aider les francophones à pratiquer l'anglais? Vous souhaitez apprendre l'anglais et aider les anglophones à pratiquer le français? Rejoignez notre groupe informel gratuit. Formulaire…
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Medicare Made Simple
Thu, November 13, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Do you have questions about Medicare? Are you turning 65 soon? Unsure about your benefits? In this six-week program, topics covered include: Medicare A, B, C & D Medicare Advantage and Supplemental plans Eligibility Pace PA vs Pace Medicare The "Big Beautiful Bill" and you Life…
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Family Storytime
Thu, November 13, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Paschalville Library
Join us for a storytime with fun activities for the whole family. Filled with stories, rhymes, songs, and activities meant to encourage literacy skills and child development. For children aged 6 and under. All ages are welcome!