What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up? Creating a Sustainable, Successful Organization with Andy Robinson

Thu, September 19, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Regional Foundation Center at Parkway Central Library

More and more, your donors, funders, and peers are asking tough questions: What are the hallmarks of a successful organization? What benchmarks do you use to measure success — and how do you measure up? How can you look beyond the next grant cycle (or funding crisis) and design a…

Adult Other Great Programs Speakers and Lectures Workshops and Enrichment RFC Program Calendar Fundraising Nonprofit

Construction Club

Thu, September 19, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library

Children aged eight and younger, accompanied by a caregiver, are invited to join us as we build with wooden blocks, magnetic tiles, Lincoln Logs, Mega Bloks, and more, with people, animals, and vehicles to inhabit their creations! In addition to being a lot of fun, construction play supports the…

School Age Preschool Family Programs Children LEGO

Drop In Help for Job Seekers

Thu, September 19, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Whitman Library

Looking for a new job or updating your resume? Stop in to speak with a Careerlink specialist for one on one help with applications, resumes, and job resources.  

Adult Career Workshops

Open Computer Lab

Thu, September 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

Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation

Thu, September 19, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Learn how to reduce stress, increase energy, and attention in this one-hour workshop with Deborah Cooper.  The benefits accrue with practice.  Ms. Cooper has been teaching Mindfulness Meditation for over a decade.  

Adult Senior Health Programs Other Great Programs Workshops and Enrichment Body, Mind & Spirit

Storytime!

Thu, September 19, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West

Young children and families are invited to join us for stories, songs, and activities!

Preschool Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children Family Literacy

Baby Lap-Sit Storytime!

Thu, September 19, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

REGISTRATION CLOSED. CLASS IS FULL. Thursdays in September (5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th) This special 4-part lap-sit storytime is for babies 0-9 months and their care givers. REGISTRATION and ATTENDANCE at all four programs is required. Sign up with a librarian in Central Childrens Department,…

Baby Family Programs Children Education Family Fiction Free Library of Philadelphia children's literature

Genealogy Club

Thu, September 19, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library

This is a friendly, informal monthly gathering of genealogy enthusiasts.   All levels are welcome.  Come on in and learn about family history research resources and give Ancestry.com a try.  We are all sharing and searching together.       

Adult Discussion and Participation Genealogy General Research

Genealogy Club

Thu, September 19, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library

This is a friendly, informal monthly gathering of genealogy enthusiasts.   All levels are welcome.  Come on in and learn about family history research resources and give Ancestry.com a try.  We are all sharing and searching together.       

Adult Discussion and Participation Genealogy General Research

Storytime and Block Play

Thu, September 19, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

Hear a new story and play with our wooden block collection. Recommended for ages 2 to 6, accompanied by an adult; siblings are always welcome.  Imagine, build, and create!   Groups must call the children's librarian to schedule separate appointments (216-685-2093).

Preschool Toddler Workshops and Enrichment Family Programs Children Literacy Mathematics STEM Wooden Block Party

Resume and Job Help

Thu, September 19, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Create a resume. Get help with online job searching and applications.

Adult Computer Classes Computers Jobs & Job Seekers

Preschool Storytime

Thu, September 19, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Wynnefield Library

Join Ms. Susan for stories, songs, and interactive play.

Preschool Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children Family Literacy

Spanish Storytime

Thu, September 19, 2019 11:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West

Join us for bilingual storytime with stories and songs in Spanish and English.

Preschool Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children Family Bilingual Programs

Crimes and Mysteries Bookish Club

Thu, September 19, 2019 11:30 A.M.
Whitman Library

Join us each month for a casual chat about our favorite detective series, true crime podcasts, unsolved cases, cozy mysteries and more. We’ll pick a different book to read and discuss each month, but there’s no pressure to read along or finish the book before the meeting. …

Adult Discussion and Participation Book Clubs

PreK Music & Movement

Thu, September 19, 2019 12:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Join us for Music & Movement with Mr. Ray! This is a time to sing, dance, and share stories. Free and no registration required. Groups please call the children's librarian for an appointment at 215-685-1866.    

Preschool Family Programs Children Music

Tai Chi for Adults with Darrell Bryant

Thu, September 19, 2019 1:30 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

A healthy and stress relieving break in the middle of your day: Tai Chi for Adults with Darrel Bryant, instructor.

Adult Health Programs Health & Fitness Tai Chi

Computer Basics

Thu, September 19, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Kensington Library

This class will introduce you to basic computer skills like understanding how to utilize your mouse and keyboard, searching the internet, creating documents, and sending e-mail.  

Adult Senior Computer Classes Computers

Computer Tutoring

Thu, September 19, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Join us in the Lab for individualized assistance provided by our Digital Resource Specialist.

Adult Young Adult Senior Computer Classes Digital Media

Tai Chi

Thu, September 19, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Based on Chinese soft-style martial arts, modern T’ai Chi is best known as a gentle slow-motion exercise that improves balance, leg strength, relaxation, deep breathing, calmness, focus and alertness. Please wear comfortable clothing. Registration is required. To register, please call…

Adult Other Great Programs Health and Wellness Body, Mind & Spirit Health & Fitness

Sight Word Game Day

Thu, September 19, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Game play can be a fun and exciting way to practice reading skills and sight word recognition. Each week Miss Echo will provide games for beginner readers to play that will improve fluency, pronunciation, and confidence in early readers. This activity is suggested for Pre-K through 3rd grade.

School Age Preschool Other Great Programs Literacy