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…

Adult Young Adult Other Great Programs Speakers and Lectures Live Performances African American Free Library of Philadelphia Free Library of Philadelphia Programs & Services Philadelphia

Financing Your Business

Fri, August 23, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Financing Your Business Learn what lenders look for when making business loans, SBA loan programs available to small businesses and the loan application process. Free. No registration required.    

Adult Young Adult Senior Business Other Great Programs Personal Finance & Investing Business & Entrepreneurs

Open Computer Lab

Fri, August 23, 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

Play Circle

Fri, August 23, 2019 10:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Every Friday, join us for play time to connect with other families. Children and their caregivers are encouraged to imagine, build, create, and play! Drop-in anytime between 10 and 12. Blocks and other toys will be provided. Groups and daycares, please call the Children’s Librarian…

Preschool Toddler Family Programs Children Family

CareerLink Job Searching

Fri, August 23, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Lawncrest Library

Looking for a job? Or a better one? Stop in to see CareerLink! Browse jobs, create a resume, and apply. 10 AM - 12 PM

Adult Senior Career Workshops Jobs & Job Seekers

Infant and Toddler Playgroup

Fri, August 23, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library

Infants and toddlers along with their parents, grandparents or caregivers are invited to join us at the library for some fun activities.  Play, talk, read and listen to music as the kids explore and interact with one another

Toddler Baby Family Programs Children

Big Kid Storytime and Playgroup

Fri, August 23, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

10:30 a.m. Stories, songs, rhymes, music, movement, and lots of fun for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. 11:00 a.m. Creative play for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome! Children ages 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Preschool Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children Literacy

Storytime with Arts and Crafts

Fri, August 23, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West

Join us for stories followed by a craft project.

Preschool Family Programs Arts and Crafts Programs Storytimes

CityLife Clinic: Adult Nutrition Workshop

Fri, August 23, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West

This workshop, led by a registered dietitian, is being offered by the Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative's Adult and Senior Nutrition Program in conjunction with CityLife Clinics. The Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative (AUNI) is a program of the Netter Center for Community Partnerships at…

Adult Senior Health Programs Culinary Literacy Cooking & Nutrition Education Health

Summer Storytime

Fri, August 23, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Oak Lane Library

Preschool children are invited to join Ms. Karen for a storytime around the "campfire"!

Preschool Other Great Programs Storytimes Literacy Summer Reading

Baby Storytime

Fri, August 23, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Books, songs and rhymes and bounces for children (birth to 23 months) and their caregivers.  Space is limited, first come, first served.

Toddler Baby Other Great Programs Storytimes Summer Reading

Pre-K Storytime

Fri, August 23, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Queen Memorial Library

Join us as we read, sing, dance, and learn together! Playtime following storytime. Older siblings are always welcome. For additional information, please call or email Miss Liz at 215-685-1899 / gardinere@freelibrary.org.  

School Age Family Programs Storytimes Children

The Pocket Joys

Fri, August 23, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library

Bring the whole family for a musical performance by The Pocket Joys, a kid-friendly Philly based indie-folk musical duo. Performing songs from their new EP, Aquatic Constellations.  

School Age Preschool Other Great Programs Family Music

BAE Cafe: Breastfeeding Awareness & Empowerment

Fri, August 23, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

BAE (Breastfeeding Awareness and Empowerment) Cafe is a free breastfeeding support group for expecting parents and breastfeeding parents led by Jabina Coleman, LSW, MSW, IBCLC. Meet up with other parents, and receive the lastest breastfeeding information from a Lactation Consultant! Receive the…

Adult Baby Health Programs Family

Community Catalyst Information Session

Fri, August 23, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Paschalville Library

Do you like meeting new people, finding out who they are and what they like? Then Paschalville Library wants you! For the next year, we will be working with neighbors to identify “assets” – the gifts, talents, relationships, and passions that make this community special.…

Adult Young Adult Senior Community Events Discussion and Participation

CareerLink-Job Search Help

Fri, August 23, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Looking for a job? Or a better one?  One-on-one help with your resume, job search or interview. Stop in to see CareerLink! Browse jobs and apply. 12PM-2PM Free; no registration required.

Adult Senior Career Workshops Jobs & Job Seekers

Computer Basics: Online Safety

Fri, August 23, 2019 1:30 P.M.
Hot Spot at Mercy Neighborhood Ministries | 1939 West Venango Street | 19140

1:30 to 3:30 PM Learn techniques to protect yourself and your information on the internet Prerequisite: Keyboard & Mouse, Internet Registration not required. Limited to 5 learners.  

Adult Senior Computer Classes Hot Spots Computers

Technology Fridays

Fri, August 23, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library

Come join us as we explore the world of technology.  We will play with our Wii, explore our VR console, and other fun uses of technology.

School Age LEAP Children Family Makers & Makerspaces Teens STEM

Mobile Story Booth

Fri, August 23, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Do you have stories to share? The Free Library Story Booth is coming to Whitman Library! Step inside the booth for a casual interview, and have your voice recorded to be part of the neighborhood libraries oral history archive. The audio of your story will be posted online at StoryCorps and the…

Adult Young Adult Community Events

Theater Workshop

Fri, August 23, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

Learn the fundamentals of theater in an ASAP Drama workshop for children, 3rd-6th grade! Imagine, create, improvise, collaborate, and have fun! This program culminates with a performance for friends, family, and the library community. Participants are encouraged to attend the entire week.

School Age Workshops and Enrichment Children Performing Arts Summer Reading