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S.A.G.A. CLUB
Thu, July 18, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Teen Center at
Parkway Central Library
S.A.G.A, short for Sexuality and Gender Acceptance, is the new Youth G.S.A. (Gay Straight Alliance) located at the Field Teen Center at the Parkway Central Library. Please invite any friends that would be interested supporting Queer communities! Program for teens ages 12-18. Snacks will be…
Young Adult Discussion and Participation LGBTQ Teens
Mad Scientists Club
Thu, July 18, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Complete science experiments while having fun. We may make a mess while exploring science concepts, so don't dress to impress. For ages 6-12. ***Groups cannot be accommodated***
School Age Workshops and Enrichment Children Summer Reading STEM
Summer Talent Show
Thu, July 18, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Haddington Library
Snake Party!
Thu, July 18, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Learn all about snake behavior and habitats. Scott Prior will bring some of his favorite live snakes so we can get up-close-and-personal with these fascinating creatures. If you are brave enough, you can pet one! This program is supported with a grant from the Penn…
Adult Young Adult School Age Preschool Senior Discussion and Participation Summer Reading Animals and Nature Five Senses
Teen Cooking: Summer Reading Rolls
Thu, July 18, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Let's work on our culinary literacy skills by making healthy snacks and desserts. Today we’ll be making Summer Reading Rolls, a gluten-free recipe that uses seasonal veggies and rice paper wrappers.
Young Adult School Age Health Programs Culinary Literacy Children Cooking & Nutrition Health & Fitness Health Free Library of Pride
"Wonder"-ful Discoveries: Salsa Making!
Thu, July 18, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Children's Department at
Parkway Central Library
Margaret S. Halloran Literacy Seiries Discover science, literature, art, poetry, and more through hands-on activities at your library! The last Thursday of each month will be a special "fun in the Sun" outdoor session of "Wonder"-ful discoveries.
School Age Preschool Family Programs Arts and Crafts Programs Art Children Crafts & Hobbies Environment & Nature Literature Science Summer Reading Animals and Nature STEM
Slimy, Squishy, Sensory Fun
Thu, July 18, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Kids age 11 & under are invited to make fun sensory DIYs, from slippery slime to edible orbeez! Young makers will take home their tactile creations to extend creative playtime.
School Age Preschool Arts and Crafts Programs Family Programs Summer Reading STEM
Virtual Reality
Thu, July 18, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
For ages 13 plus, this drop-in program is a way for you to spend up to 15 minutes using the Oculus Rift Virtual Reality headset! Lots of fun games! Lots of cool education programs.
Young Adult Other Great Programs Summer Reading Teens Video Games
Build it Club!
Thu, July 18, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Join us on Thursdays for LEGOs, Magnatiles, K'Nex and other STEM building toys for Free Play with kids of all ages. We also have pre-Duplo, Duplo and big kid LEGOs, for kids at all stages and capabilities. There is an optional snack after LEGO club.
School Age Family Programs Children STEM
Tween Book Club
Thu, July 18, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Students ages 10-14 are invited to read and discuss great books with friends and library staff We will be reading Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson, Ghost by Jason Reynolds, Tumble & Blue by Cassie Beasley, A Wrinkle in Time by Madeline L’Engle, and The First Rule of…
Young Adult Discussion and Participation Summer Reading Book Clubs
Chess Club
Thu, July 18, 2019 4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Learn to play chess or improve your game! Students of all ages, and all levels welcome. Register with Prashant at GhoksheP@freelibrary.org.
Young Adult School Age Other Great Programs Chess
Yoga in the Park
Thu, July 18, 2019 4:30 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Root2Rise will be teaching yoga to all who are interested. We will provide a mat. Bring your own water bottles.
Adult Young Adult School Age Health Programs Summer Reading Yoga Health
Yoga at the Library
Thu, July 18, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Try Kundalini Yoga! This type of yoga combines breath, hand positions, eye focus, mantra, posture, and more to bring balance to the body, mind and soul. This course is for adults of all levels and abilities. Each class will include the tune-in mantra, some discussion, a warm-up, a…
Adult Senior Health Programs Other Great Programs Yoga
Yoga for adults!
Thu, July 18, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
Wipe away the stress of the week and get your body and mind ready for a relaxing weekend. Decompress, unwind, and relax and start your weekend off the right way. Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. except the second Thursday of every month. Please bring a mat.
Adult Young Adult Health Programs Body, Mind & Spirit Yoga
Hands-On Tour: Native American History
Thu, July 18, 2019 6:30 P.M.
The Rosenbach
American history is the history of dialogues among the many peoples who have called—and call—America home. Highlighting The Rosenbach’s remarkable collection of books, manuscripts, and printed documents that reveal how Native Americans engaged with European and Euro-American…
Adult Young Adult Workshops and Enrichment Literature History
Richard A. Clarke and Robert K. Knake | The Fifth Domain: Defending Our Country, Our Companies, and Ourselves in the Age of Cyber Threats
Thu, July 18, 2019 7:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: FREE
In conversation with Michael A Smerconish Veteran counterterrorism czar and one of the world’s leading experts on cyberspace security, Richard A. Clarke worked for seven presidents and devoted three decades of his professional life to combating threats to the United States. He is the…
Adult Author Events Speakers and Lectures Author Events - Free Series Author Events Technology Digital Media
Open Computer Lab
Fri, July 19, 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
Technology Help
Fri, July 19, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
Do you need a little assistance with your laptop, tablet or phone? We have a college student here to help. Drop in and ask Elijah!
Adult Young Adult Senior Computer Classes Computers Technology
Sewing Club
Fri, July 19, 2019 10:00 A.M.
McPherson Square Library
Do you have clothes that need repair or favorite pair of jeans needs a hem? Bring them to the library and use our sewing machine! Fridays 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Adult Arts and Crafts Programs Other Great Programs Crafts & Hobbies Summer Reading
WURD's Summer of Freedom Tour Returns to the Free Library!
Fri, July 19, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join WURD radio (96.1FM / 900AM) for a LIVE broadcast from the library, 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., as part of their annual Summer of Freedom tour. Additional Library broadcasts: Tuesday, July 23, Lillian Marrero Library Thursday, July 25, Lovett Memorial Library Friday, July 26, Logan Library…
Adult Young Adult Community Events African American