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CANCELLED - Pathway Forward: GED Preparation and ABE Classes
Sat, July 11, 2020
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 GED. and Adult Basic Education classes on Saturdays and Sundays. Free Classes on Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. English/Social Studies GED Prep 10:00 am – 12:00 p.m.…
Virtual Program | Free Shakespeare Read-Aloud Group: Henry VI Part One
Sat, July 11, 2020
1:00 P.M.
Zoom
The Shakespeare Read-Aloud is moving online! We'll be hosting the reading on Zoom in the coming weeks while The Rosenbach is closed to the public. Be sure to register to receive email instructions ahead of the meeting time. Reading Shakespeare’s plays aloud offers not only a…
Lunchtime Chapter Book Read Aloud (Virtual)
Sat, July 11, 2020
1:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Make your lunch and join us for a virtual chapter book read aloud with Miss Kayla! We'll start by reading one chapter each week of Look Both Ways by Jason Reynolds, a collection of 10 hilarious and unique stories about kids on their way home from school. This book is great for youth ages 10…
Virtual Hands-on History–Hands Off: Touch Not the Theremin
Sat, July 11, 2020
2:00 P.M.
Fleisher Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Some of us may remember that weird sound made famous in the original Star Trek theme song. That was the sound of the Theremin, the grandfather of all electronic instruments. It remains one of the stranger instruments in sound, function, and history. Join us in this virtual…
CANCELLED - Sing Along with the Movies
Sat, July 11, 2020
2:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Join us for "Popeye" in the Meeting Room and sing along with your favorite characters!
Summer Crafts Sundays
Sun, July 12, 2020
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Let's get crafty! Check out our social media platforms to follow step-by-step instructions on creating a fun Summertime craft! Easy craft with little supplies needed. Instagram: freelibraryccd Facebook: ParkwayCentralChildrens Twitter: ParkwayCCD
CANCELLED - Pathway Forward: GED Preparation and ABE Classes
Sun, July 12, 2020
1:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join Pathway Forward and the Free Library of Philadelphia's Languages and Learning Center for FREE GED. and Adult Basic Education classes on Saturdays and Sundays. Free Classes on Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. English/Social Studies GED Prep 10:00 am – 12:00 p.m.…
CANCELLED - Open Sew
Sun, July 12, 2020
1:15 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Open sew is a great opportunity to focus on your own sewing project or to just relax and enjoy creating with friends. So, bring your work(s) in progress and hang out with us as we craft together. Whether you need a bit of extra help, just a little bit of fun or great inspiration and the…
Virtual Program | Sundays with Dracula
Sun, July 12, 2020
2:00 P.M.
Zoom
Every Sunday for 27 weeks, we’ll be having a live virtual conversation about Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula and highlight one chapter per week. The novel begins on May 3 and ends 27 weeks later on November 6. Join us for one program or all 27! Joining Edward G. Pettit of The…
Virtual Mindfulness Meditation via Facebook Live
Mon, July 13, 2020
10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library
Join Miss Abbe on Mondays at 10:00 a.m. live ( Fumo Family Library ) for some calm Mindfulness Meditation using a body scan and breathing techniques, ground your body and mind.
Yoga at the Library (Virtually)
Mon, July 13, 2020
10:00 A.M.
Andorra Library
Try Kundalini Yoga! This type of yoga combines postures, movement, mantras, breathing techniques and meditation to promote mental, physical, and spiritual health. Each week a new video on a different chakra will be shared, through August 31. This class is taught by professional…
Virtual Program - Arabic/English Language and Cultural Exchange
Mon, July 13, 2020
10:30 A.M.
Virtual Program
Interested in learning Arabic and helping Arabic speakers practice English? Come join our free cultural connections group on video call, where we will explore language, customs, foods, and other aspects of culture. 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. To register, email…
Virtual Baby Storytime with Miss Mary
Mon, July 13, 2020
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for Baby Storytime on Facebook live (ParkwayCentralChildrens) Mondays at 10:30 am! Enjoy stories, songs, and fun! The storytime will be available on our Facebook page after the live event is over! This program is intended for our friends 2 years and under but anyone…
Virtual Story Time
Mon, July 13, 2020
11:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Join us every Wednesday on Facebook or Instagram for virtual story time with Ms. Kayla. Each book shared will be appropriate for pre-school to school age children and their families. Facebook: LillianMarreroBranch Instagram: LillianMarreroLibrary
Virtual Messy Mondays
Mon, July 13, 2020
1:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Ms. Naomi in making a big mess! Pictures and instructions for fun sensory play with common household items. Geared at children of all ages. Everyone needs time to make a mess! Remember kids, at the library our motto is "We make messes and then we clean them up." so be sure to…
Podcast Reviews and Recommendations
Mon, July 13, 2020
2:00 P.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library
Join Ms. Chelsea, the children's librarian at Ramonita G. de Rodriguez, as she explores various podcasts for a variety of ages on the Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Facebook page ! She will discuss what she thought of them, then pose questions for those who chose to listen to an episode as well.…
Virtual Storytime
Mon, July 13, 2020
2:00 P.M.
Widener Library
Join us on the Widener Facebook page for a virtual storytime
Virtual English Conversation Circle
Mon, July 13, 2020
3:00 P.M.
Virtual Program
Join us for a free conversation circle. Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other international adults in a casual learning environment. 3:00-4:30 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday. Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org to register.
Minecraft Day
Mon, July 13, 2020
3:00 P.M.
Kensington Library
Come join us for Minecraft Club, where up to eight players can play together on our very own Minecraft Realm! We will be hosting sessions on Mondays and Fridays from 3PM - 5:30PM. Work by yourself or cooperatively. Appropriate for ages 8 and up. Please note: requires Minecraft Java Edition for…
Virtual Yoga for Children with Ms. Danielle
Mon, July 13, 2020
3:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Virtual yoga class on Facebook Live ( https://www.facebook.com/FLPYouthServices/ ) for kids, offering a safe environment to play, explore and experience the wonderful benefits of yoga, including grounding, self-expression, balance, and flexibility. Class is centered around a series of yoga poses…