Read, Baby, Read Parent Circle

Tue, June 18, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Parent Circle is a series of gatherings that provide support and enrichment to any caregiver with a child ages birth to 2 years around language and literacy development. Expectant parents also welcome!  Caregivers may come solo or bring children along. New topics each week! For more…

Adult Toddler Baby Family Programs Family Literacy

Wellness Workshop

Tue, June 18, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Get the support you need to be healthy! Join our weekly program led by a certified health coach * To learn about lifestyle changes proven to prevent/delay type 2 diabetes * For cooking demo/educational series on staying motivated, calorie tracking, portion control * Be in a supportive…

Adult Senior Health Programs Health & Fitness

E-Gadget Help

Tue, June 18, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Sign up for an 30 minutes of hands-on help with a Digital Resource Specialist. Assistance with Laptops, Tablets, and Smartphones.

Adult Senior Computer Classes Digital Media

Money Management Basics

Tue, June 18, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Presented by: Nelson J. Acevedo Vice President and Community Development Specialist PNC Bank   Learn how to: Manage and use a checking account. Identify benefits of using a checking account versus check-cashing services. Identify strategies to reconcile an account and avoid overdrafts.…

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Spanish Language Learning Circle

Tue, June 18, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department at Parkway Central Library

Are you interested in learning Spanish or brushing up on your existing Spanish language skills? Have you ever started an online course only to lose motivation a few sessions in and never finish? Do you want to meet new people and explore adult learning opportunities at the library? Here's…

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Esi Edugyan | Washington Black

Tue, June 18, 2019 7:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Cost: FREE

Esi Edugyan’s novel Half-Blood Blues , the story of a World War II–era mixed-race jazz band’s abducted star trumpeter, was shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize, among other honors. She is also the author of another novel, The Second Life of Samuel Tyne , and Dreaming of…

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First Club meeting

Wed, June 19, 2019 12:30 A.M.
McPherson Square Library

This summer we have set aside a special time to work on bigger projects.  Interested in painting?  Come join our Art Club.  Interested in fixing bicycles? Come join our Bike Club.  Interested in playing chess? Come join our Chess club. Have some other interest?  Come and…

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Storytime in The Garden

Wed, June 19, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Union Baptist Church (19th/Fitzwater)

This free interactive storytime for Pre-K kids and families is rain or shine, and held in the newly redesigned Garden of Eden at the historic Union Baptist Church. Bamboo mats are provided for lawn seating; please bring your own sunscreen and water. In case of bad weather storytime will be held…

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English as a Second Language Class

Wed, June 19, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Paschalville Library

The Paschalville Community Group provides English as a Second Language Classes for students of all levels. Registration for new students is held on Tuesday at 12:30 p.m.

Adult New Americans New Americans

Jams! in the Park @ Dickinson Square

Wed, June 19, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library

Meet us in the park for stories, music, and a sensory activity. 

School Age Preschool Family Programs Storytimes Children Family Summer Reading

Census Job Fair

Wed, June 19, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Senior Services at Parkway Central Library

The 2020 Census is coming and the Philadelphia region hopes to employ over 3,000 people to ensure a complete and accurate count of everyone. Get a head start on these opportunities, by attending a job fair at the Parkway Central Library. There will be presentations at 10:00 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00…

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Preschool Storytime

Wed, June 19, 2019 10:30 A.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Bnng your little ones to hear stories, sing songs, and move all around.  For toddlers and preschoolers.

Preschool Toddler Other Great Programs Storytimes Summer Reading

Storytime!

Wed, June 19, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Kingsessing Library

Join us on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 for storytime! Children aged 3-5 and their grownups are welcome – no sign up required. Just drop on by! Large groups please call in advance so we can be sure we have enough space

Preschool Family Programs Storytimes Children Literacy

Drag Queen Storytime

Wed, June 19, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Logan Library

A special guest will share stories aobut diversity and affirmation at this fabulous storytime.  For the whole family.

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Spring Toddler Storytime

Wed, June 19, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Kensington Library

Join us for toddler storytime! Together, we’ll explore stories and activities that help the reading habit in children . This program is intended primarily for children from one to three years of age and their caregivers, but siblings of other ages are welcome. For more information, contact…

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Open Climb

Wed, June 19, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Climb and play in the library! Our climbing wall and assortment of toys encourages imaginative play and boosts children’s learning and development. Closed-toe shoes required. Use of wall subject to staff availability. Children ages 6 and under must be accompanied by a responsible…

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Conversations In Color - Coretta Scott King Awards

Wed, June 19, 2019 10:30 A.M.
10100 Jamison Avenue

In the fourth of a five-part discussion series commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Awards for excellence in African American children's literature, the staff of Central Senior Services visits KleinLife Senior Center  to talk with people over 60 about…

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WOW!: C.G. Esperanza, author of Red, Yellow, Blue (and a Dash of White, Too!)

Wed, June 19, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Author and illustrator C.G. Esperanza will perform his picture book Red, Yellow, Blue (and a Dash of White, Too!).  Through this interactive performance, with drumming and more, children will learn about mixing colors. Reading will be followed by audience Q & A. WOW! (Wednesdays of…

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Intermediate ESL Class

Wed, June 19, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West

PEDAL@GSE ESL Classes are FREE for adults (17 years+); Registration is preferred. REGISTER IN PERSON AT THE LIBRARY. Classes sponsored by the Penn GSE Educational Linguistics Division.

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Open Computer Lab

Wed, June 19, 2019 12:00 P.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.

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