Read, Baby, Read Little Friends Play Group

Thu, August 22, 2019 11:30 A.M.
Richmond Library

Join us for play and great conversation for babies, toddlers, and grown-ups alike. Text @Portrichmo to 81010 for text reminders. Read, Baby, Read is a series of fun programs for babies, toddlers and their families, using new library spaces and materials to help develop language and literacy.…

Toddler Baby Family Programs Children Family

Spanish Storytime

Thu, August 22, 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

Free Tech Workshops for Middle School Girls! | Web Concepts

Thu, August 22, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Frankford Library

Join the Free Library and TechGirlz for a free workshop where students will be introduced to and discover how websites work and are created as well as how they can become a web designer and/or developer! For more information or to register, visit    http://www.techgirlz.org/techshopz/…

Young Adult Computer Classes Computers

PreK Music & Movement

Thu, August 22, 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 Summer Reading

STEM Lab

Thu, August 22, 2019 1:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Come join us as we learn about science.  We will build volcanoes, examine things under a microscope, build balloon rockets, and build circuits. 

School Age LEAP Children Family Makers & Makerspaces Science Teens STEM

Chair Yoga

Thu, August 22, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

Ground your mind and body with a full hour of FREE chair yoga, led by certified yoga instructor Janet Faulls. This is a twist on traditional yoga, making it accessible for any age or ability.

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

Robot Challenge

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

Beat the heat and crack the code! Children ages 8-12 will engage in problem solving, team-building, and critical thinking with a series of hands-on robotics challenges. Teach a robot how to draw, move through mazes, and more! Are you up to the task? 

School Age Workshops and Enrichment Children Science Summer Reading STEM

Tai Chi

Thu, August 22, 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

E-Gadget Helpdesk

Thu, August 22, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Do you have a new gadget  - iPad, iPod, tablet, smart phone, etc? Come learn how to use it to download books, & magazines, stream music & movies for free from our website.  You will need to have an active library card and pin number to make use of this service.…

Adult Senior Other Great Programs Computer Classes Computers Databases & Electronic Resources ebooks

Flash-Fiction Club/Micro-Fiction Dare

Thu, August 22, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Bushrod Library

Want to try writing a story of your own on the spot in 50 words or less? Come on, we dare you! For Teens and Tweens. Groups must call to make an appointment. 215-685-1474

Young Adult Other Great Programs Summer Reading Teens Five Senses

Guitar Lessons

Thu, August 22, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Local musician Anthony Pena will offer free guitar lessons.  We will have a very limited number of instruments to share.  Strum on by.

Adult Young Adult Senior Other Great Programs Workshops and Enrichment Music

Painting Without the Twist

Thu, August 22, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Teen Center at Parkway Central Library

The Teen Center and the Culinary Literacy Center present a guided painting class, where teens will also learn to make Mock-tails and beverage coolers with fresh fruit and a recipe, or from their imagination! Drinks courtesy Baba’s Brew  

Young Adult Arts and Crafts Programs Health Programs Culinary Literacy Art Cooking & Nutrition Crafts & Hobbies Teens

Chess Club

Thu, August 22, 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

"Wonder"-ful Discoveries: Fun in the Sun!

Thu, August 22, 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 Family Programs Arts and Crafts Programs Art Children Crafts & Hobbies Environment & Nature Literature Science Summer Reading Animals and Nature STEM

Experience Virtual Reality with Oculus Rift

Thu, August 22, 2019 5:15 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Experience the latest in Virtual Reality with Oculus and the Free Library!  Travel the world, scuba dive on an alien planet, face your fears or fight for your life with over 40 exciting or relaxing experiences. Our programs are great for ages 13+ and are totally free. The program will…

Adult Young Adult Other Great Programs Free Library of Philadelphia Free Library of Philadelphia Programs & Services Technology

Games in the Donatucci Library Garden

Thu, August 22, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library

The Donatucci Library and the Friends of the Donatucci Library invite you to games in the Donatucci Library Garden. Grab a blanket and perhaps a picnic and bring the whole family out to play a variety of garden games for all ages. Free soft pretzels will be distributed.    

Young Adult School Age Other Great Programs Games and Gaming

Yoga at the Library

Thu, August 22, 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, August 22, 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

Walnut Street West Library - Beer Garden Fundraiser

Thu, August 22, 2019 7:00 P.M.
City Tap House, 3925 Walnut Street

Join us at City Tap House to enjoy drinks on the rooftop beer garden to benefit the Walnut Street West Library and Free Library of Philadelphia! Live Music and great beer from Victory Beer! Plus! Bring a book to our own book swap; "take a book leave a book"

Adult Community Events

WURD Founder's Day

Fri, August 23, 2019 9:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

Join us to celebrate the life and legacy of WURD founder, Walter P. Lomax Jr. M.D., as we honor his passion for Black Economic Empowerment and Healing Strategies for the community! WURD is also excited to launch Live-ly HOOD at Founder's Day. It's an initiative with a specific…

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