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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, December 14, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero 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 Daniel. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Free Tai Chi
Sat, December 14, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Tai Chi Chi Kung I form is short, simple, and is easy to learn with 13 repeating moves. Through the regular practice of Tai Chi Chi Kung I you can learn to move your body effortlessly, utilizing the energy of circulation, or Chi, rather than muscle tension. By feeling the circulation through the…
Music and Movement Storytime
Sat, December 14, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and movement that celebrates all things music! For ages 7 and under and their caregivers.
Paper Craft Club
Sat, December 14, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Let’s craft together! We’ll make paper crafts we enjoy or learn new ones from each other. This includes card-making, junk journaling, scrapbooking, and anything you can create paper, scissors, and glue. Materials are provided but feel free to bring your own…
Read To a Therapy Dog
Sat, December 14, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Readers of all ages can read to Cene, Fig and Huey, our certified therapy dogs! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too!
Music with Ry
Sat, December 14, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
Ry will be at the library to present a music program designed to get even the smallest kiddo clapping along! Kiddos and their caregivers are invited to join in.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, December 14, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Independence 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 Gail. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Jingle All The Way to Financial Freedom
Sat, December 14, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Financial Literacy Event: "Jingle All The Way to Financial Freedom" on Saturday, December 14th at 11:00 AM at the Parkway Central Library! This is the perfect opportunity to gain valuable financial knowledge, share ideas, and…
Music Special Collections Showcase
Sat, December 14, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Fleisher Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Join Special Collections staff for a pop-up event highlighting materials from the Music Special Collections including the Edwin A. Fleisher Collection of Orchestral Music , the Drinker Collection of Choral Music, and Sheet Music. You will explore and learn…
WinterFest!
Sat, December 14, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Winter Fest Saturday, 12.14.2024 from 12 to 3 pm Come join us for a fun-filled event everyone will love! Enjoy food from local businesses and complete holiday activities at the Library. Don’t forget to visit the Olney Community Collaborative at 5458 N. 5th Street to listen to…
Free Monthly Saturday Drum & Percussion Workshops Featuring Karen Smith
Sat, December 14, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Music Department
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Parkway Central Library
Back by immense popular demand - the Free Library's Music Department presents a stellar fifth season of percussion and drum workshops one Saturday a month from October to December! The series opens Saturday, October 12th, continues Saturday, November 2nd, and concludes December…
Holiday Card Crafting
Sat, December 14, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Want to add a unique, heartfelt touch to your holiday greetings this year? We'll provide you with all the materials to create handcrafted cards to spread holiday cheer! Registration is recommended but not required for this program. To sign up online and reserve a spot, click here .
Kwanzaa with Keepers of the Culture
Sat, December 14, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Learn all about Kwanzaa from Keepers of the Culture, Philadelphia's Afrocentric Storytelling Group, who share stories that inform, educate, and enrich while celebrating the African-American oral tradition. This programs is presented by the Saturdays on Stage performance series and made…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, December 14, 2024
2:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia 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 Christine. Questions? Email AdultLearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Adult English Class
Sat, December 14, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Connect with your community and enhance your English skills at this free 12 week class presented by Language Lighthouse. To register and for more information, email ESOL@thomaslearning.org or call 267-571-6537.
Anime/Manga Discord Meetup for Adults & Older Teens
Sat, December 14, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Kensington Library
Catch up with other dedicated fans as we watch shows from varied genres (generally with subtitles) on the Discord platform. To receive the Discord invite or for more information, email palmers@freelibrary.org or text 215-948-2719.
Sundays on Stage: The Nutcracker with Pages to Pirouettes
Sun, December 15, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Presented by Pages to Pirouettes , The Nutcracker returns to the Free Library stage! Bring the whole family to hear the story of Marie and the Nutcracker Prince, then see the tale come to life to the enchanting music of Tchaikovsky. A brief ballet lesson for the whole audience will follow the…
COURTNEY BELL--MEDICARE--EVERY MONDAY
Mon, December 16, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Senior Services
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Parkway Central Library
Courtney Bell is a Medicare benefits advisor. She will be on-hand Mondays from 10 am- 12 pm to answer your Pennsylvania Medicare questions. Attend one of her free workshops and find the best plan for you! This is a free workshop. No reservations are required. Please meet at the Senior…
Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!
Mon, December 16, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay for playtime immediately following storytime! Intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Nice weather? We'll be in Shakespeare Park, across the street from the library! Unfavorable weather? We'll…
Read Baby Read Storytime and Playgroup
Mon, December 16, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Join us every Monday for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay after storytime for playgroup. This program is intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. For large groups or classes, please call to schedule a library visit.