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Saturday Morning Cartoons
Sat, December 14, 2019
9:00 A.M.
Teen Center
at
Parkway Central Library
Need to get out of the house on Saturday morning but have nothing to do? Come join us at the Field Teen Center for some early morning cartoon watching! Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for more info. Follow @FLPTeenCenter on Facebook and Instagram. Teen programming at the…
Citizenship Class Session
Sat, December 14, 2019
10:00 A.M.
Tacony Library
The IndoChinese American Council at Tacony Library will host an information session about free Citizenship Classes. To apply for classes, you must: -be 18 years or older -be able to read, speak, and write English -have a Green Card -live in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, or Delaware…
Know Your Rights, Know Your System Workshop
Sat, December 14, 2019
10:00 A.M.
Logan Elementary School
Students from 5th to 12th grade are invited to learn about their rights as a citizen, if they are detained. A pop-up expungement clinic will be hosted by The Defender Association of Philadelphia. Refreshments will be provided by Victoria's Kitchen. Pre-registration is…
Pathway Forward: G.E.D Preparation Class
Sat, December 14, 2019
10:00 A.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Pathway Forward and the Free Library of Philadelphia's Languages and Learning Center for FREE G.E.D. and Adult Basic Education classes on Saturdays and Sundays. Free classes on Saturdays starting October 12 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. English/Social Studies GED Prep 10:00 am…
Read, Baby, Read Storytime and Playgroup
Sat, December 14, 2019
10:30 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Read! Sing! Play! Help your child learn through stories, songs, and fun activities. All programs are for children ages birth through 24 months and their caregivers. Expecting parents and siblings welcome. Read, Baby, Read is a series of fun programs for babies, toddlers and…
Colorful Stories Presents: Colorful Conversations
Sat, December 14, 2019
11:00 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Join us for a series of interactive read alouds, followed by activities that are guaranteed to spark conversations around race, with young children and their families. Our presenter, Lisa Browne, is an Early Childhood Educator, Trainer, and the founder of Colorful Stories. Through Colorful…
E-Gadget Help Desk
Sat, December 14, 2019
11:00 A.M.
Fox Chase Library
Bring your portable device and we'll help you to get the most out of it. Bring along your phone, ipad, tablet or other device, along with your library card (and PIN). Space may be limited; first come, first served. All day.
Project BUILD: Designed to Survive
Sat, December 14, 2019
11:00 A.M.
Overbrook Park Library
Join us and our friends from the Philadelphia Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers to design and build structures that can withstand the forces of nature. This hands-on STEM program is for children GRADES 2–5 and their parents or caregivers.
Friendly Bridge Club
Sat, December 14, 2019
11:00 A.M.
Andorra Library
Please join us to play Contract Bridge, socially. All levels are welcome - learners, experienced players and teachers.
Let's Speak English | For International Adults
Sat, December 14, 2019
11:00 A.M.
Kensington Library
Meet other adult English learners for conversation on Saturdays at 10:30 AM. Topics may involve small talk, holidays, customs, and common slang. Practice in a casual environment—no exams! Program is free.
Digital Resources
Sat, December 14, 2019
11:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Learn about some of the great, free resources available through the Free Library's website. This workshop will introduce you to ways of accessing literature, music and video, using your library card. You will learn how to stream, download and access digital resources, including…
Saturday Morning Cartoon Storytime and Movie with Morris Monster
Sat, December 14, 2019
11:00 A.M.
Frankford Library
Saturday Morning Cartoon Storytime and Movie with Morris Monster Ages 3-6 (older and younger siblings are welcome). Enjoy silly stories and cereal before getting your Saturday started. Selected Saturdays. Starting at 11am. Oct 5,19 Nov 2,16, Dec 14
Census 2020 - Job Fair
Sat, December 14, 2019
11:00 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
The Census Bureau is hiring! Stop by to talk with a Census Bureau representative about the great job opportunities available, ask questions, and gather information. A table will be staffed from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 2020CENSUS.GOV/JOBS
Need Help with What You're Writing?
Sat, December 14, 2019
12:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Faculty from Penn's Critical Writing Program will be available for drop-in help with resumes, cover letters, job applications, college essays, grant applications, fiction, poetry, personal essays, or anything else you're writing! No appointment needed.
Movement Saturday
Sat, December 14, 2019
12:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Come join us each Saturday as move, play, and have fun. We will be doing activities like Simon Says, Obstacle Courses, Dance games with the PS4, Yoga, Balloon Games, and Hot Potato. Meet us in the downstairs meeting room.
LEAP Art Club!
Sat, December 14, 2019
12:00 P.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
*Special time due to early library closing.* Come join the Children Department's new weekly club for painting, drawing, crafting, stamping, and CREATING! Program is intended for our friends ages 12 and under. Children 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Literacy Lab
Sat, December 14, 2019
12:00 P.M.
Independence Library
Literacy Lab is a small group literacy instruction program for students in 1st to 3rd grade who struggle to read on grade level. The core components of the program are: Read Alouds, Writing Activities, Independent Reading, and Literacy Activities, Games and Crafts. The Literacy Lab…
Literacy Lab
Sat, December 14, 2019
12:00 P.M.
Overbrook Park Library
Literacy Lab is a small group literacy instruction program for students in 1st to 3rd grade who struggle to read on grade level. The core components of the program are: Read Alouds, Writing Activities, Independent Reading, and Literacy Activities, Games and Crafts. The Literacy Lab…
SATurdays: SAT and College Prep Workshops for Teens
Sat, December 14, 2019
12:00 P.M.
Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Join the Field Teen Center for a series of college prep and standardized testing workshops. We'll combine practice tests and test-taking strategies with self-care techniques for a well-rounded approach to the big test! We'll also help to answer…
Literacy Lab
Sat, December 14, 2019
12:00 P.M.
Tacony Library
Literacy Lab is a small group literacy instruction program for students in 1st to 3rd grade who struggle to read on grade level. The core components of the program are: Read Alouds, Writing Activities, Independent Reading, and Literacy Activities, Games and Crafts. The Literacy Lab…