Thu, April 25, 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…

Thu, April 25, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Kensington Library

Need help with your resume? Come to our resume open lab with extended time. 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Thu, April 25, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Please join our book discussion group for Adults at the Philadelphia City Institute.  We meet on the last Thursday of every month, at 2:00 p.m. in the meeting room.  For our current title and a copy of the book, please inquire at the Reference Desk. All book discussions will be held in…

Thu, April 25, 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.

Thu, April 25, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Learn to use the power in your keyboard to simplify computer tasks.  This class is offered on a first come, first served basis. We encourage attendees to come 15 minutes before the start of the class to get a registration ticket at the reference desk, in the Magazines and Newspapers…

Thu, April 25, 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.…

Thu, April 25, 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.

Thu, April 25, 2019 3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Free help with: Resumes Cover Letters Filling out Forms ( unable to help with legal, financial, or tax documents) Writing Projects College/School Papers Letters No reservations. First come, first served!

Thu, April 25, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Teen Center at Parkway Central Library

Date: Thursday, April 25th 2019 Time: 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Where: Skyline Room Join us at Parkway Central Library for volunteer, job training, education, and employment opportunities for teens and upcoming high school graduates! We’re raffling off a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card, so you…

Thu, April 25, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

See! Touch! Listen! Baby Sensory Play Group is a chance for your baby to explore different materials using all of their senses. For children ages 3 to 24 months and their caregivers. The program will take place in the Story Hour Room. Expecting parents and siblings welcome. Childcares and…

Thu, April 25, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Let your imagination grow with books and play! Join us for a story, then discover what you can build with wooden blocks! This program is intended for children 3-6 and their families. Older siblings are welcome; soft blocks can be provided for younger siblings. Daycares and other large…

Thu, April 25, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

Help us plant our beautiful library garden.  Learn how to garden, why plants are important and find out about the bugs that live amongst them.  Feel free to bring your own gardening tools or gloves, if you have some.  This program is best for children under 12 years old, but all…

Thu, April 25, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Wyoming Library

PAFA staff provides community-based art lessons during out of school time to participating students, families and community members. Workshops are held during after-school hours using a drop in model, with no registration required providing an out-of-school setting for families to…

Thu, April 25, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Learn how to design and create your own buttons! Decorate your hat, bag or jacket with your own unique style!

Thu, April 25, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Children are invited to participate in Ukulele for Beginners.

Thu, April 25, 2019 4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Join us on the last Thursday of each month to collage, craft, and create your own zines! A zine is a self-published magazine or mini comic that can be about any topic or interest. You’ll learn about simple folding techniques and design layout, and then have the time, space, and supplies to…

Thu, April 25, 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.  

Thu, April 25, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Interested in learning to play the guitar? Looking for tips, or even just a place to practice? We welcome the Penn Music Department, as they will be helping teach students and other young people how to play the guitar. For more information, please ask at the reference desk on the second floor.…

Thu, April 25, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library

Learn how to play various percussion instruments and discover how the drum has been a historically relevant method of communication.  The classes will culminate in a performance for friends and family.  Taught by Brother Mike.   Meets on selected Thursdays through June…

Thu, April 25, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library

Join us on Thursdays for LEGOs, Magnatiles, K'Nex and other STEM building toys for Free Play with kids of all ages.  We also have pre-Duplo, Duplo and big kid LEGOs for kids at all stages and capabilities.  There is an optional snack after LEGO club.