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Tiny Treasure Artist Book with Rebecca Kelly
Sat, June 14, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
This workshop is now full but you can still sign up for the waitlist at the link below. Inspired by the work of outsider artist Nellie Mae Roe and other self-taught artists we will explore a free, fresh approach to a miniature artist book! Using a simple one page book structure with…
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Walking Club
Sat, June 14, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Looking to get active? Enjoy the local scenery? Relieve stress? Walk with us at Cobbs Creek Library! Every other Saturday beginning on June 14th. We will meet at the front of the library at 10am and return by 11:00am. Everyone is welcome!
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Music and Movement Storytime
Sat, June 14, 2025
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.
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Drag Queen Storytime
Sat, June 14, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Andorra Library
Children and families are invited to our family Pride event and kickoff to Summer Reading! Join Brittany Lynn for a Drag Queen Storytime. Hear stories about love, diversity, and acceptance.
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Artsy Craftsy Storytime
Sat, June 14, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Kingsessing Library
Join Librarian Rachel for stories, songs and scarves in our community room. After storytime, stay for a craft. The last storytime of every month will be a STEM craft!
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(CANCELLED) Your Health and Wealth
Sat, June 14, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
You're invited to a powerful and informative Free Financial Literacy Campaign: "Your Health & Wealth" on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 11:00 AM. This special event is designed to help individuals and families understand the vital connection between physical well-being and…
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- Speakers and Lectures
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Queer Comics Club
Sat, June 14, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join our book club where we explore graphic novels and manga centering queer stories and voices. Open to all ages!
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Music Special Collections Showcase
Sat, June 14, 2025
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…
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Snakes Alive!
Sat, June 14, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join snake expert Scott Prior for a fun, interactive presentation of live snakes (all harmless) from around the world. We'll learn general information on types of snakes, their habits, care and conservation, and he will help dispell any negativity or fears. If you dare, you may…
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Queer Poetry Workshop with Stephanie Cawley
Sat, June 14, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
What does it mean to see the world queerly? To read and write queerly? Join local poet Stephanie Cawley to read, write, think, feel, and share together, exploring these and other questions. This program will take place on the library's 3rd floor, accessible by stairs or elevator.
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Adult Writing Club
Sat, June 14, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for a weekly drop in writing club for adults. For writers, authors and poets and any background or genre. Come bring your work and write along side other writers or chat about your inspiration and struggles. LGBTQ+, BIPOC and Neurodivergent friendly!
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Photography Workshop: Characteristics of Light
Sat, June 14, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join us for the first of two free photography workshops, presented by local artist Damian Stipanovich. In this workshop, we will cover dynamic range, hard vs soft light, color, absorption, reflection, and light intensity. Damian Stipanovich was born and raised in Argentina,…
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Switch Saturdays
Sat, June 14, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join us every Saturday for Nintendo Switch games! We will take turns playing multiplayer games like MarioKart and Super Smash Bros on our TV. You can also bring your own Switch to play our games handheld. Don’t forget you can check out video games from the library! Please note,…
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Juneteenth Event: Introduction to Black American Sign Language (BASL) with Tempest Cooper
Sat, June 14, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Tempest Cooper in an interactive, educational and culturally enriching experience. We will be reading children’s books in Black American Sign Language (BASL) and participating in a Juneteenth activity. Children and caregivers will have the opportunity to learn sign…
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Science in the Summer: Be an Orthopedic Doctor
Sat, June 14, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Science in the Summer is a free, informal science program for children entering grades 2 - 6. Supported by GSK and offered in collaboration with The Franklin Institute, the goal of the program is to increase children's interest and confidence in doing science and persuing STEM careers…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, June 14, 2025
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…
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Houseplant Care and Repotting for All Ages
Sat, June 14, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Andorra Library
Patrons of all experience levels (aged 5 through 105 years) are welcome to join us in learning how to care for house plants and how to repot them when they outgrow their space. Please wear clothing that can get dirty.
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Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
Sat, June 14, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is a tabletop role-playing game which relies on imagination and teamwork. Players gather together at a table, using dice, miniature figurines, maps, game rules and their imaginations to tell an exciting story together. For adults. 2:30-4 p.m. Never played before?…
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West African Drum and Dance
Sat, June 14, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Troupe Da-Da African Dance and Drum Ensemble will take you on a family-friendly musical journey through West Africa. Watch percussionists communicate through drumming, while dancers guide you through breaks and movements. Participation encouraged! Troupe Da-Da African Dance and Drum…
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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Mon, June 16, 2025
9:00 A.M.
Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians (LAMP)
Stop by for Open Office Hours 9am-12pm on Monday June 16th with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. If you have questions, you can email socialservices@freelibrary.org. Social…