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SJU Writing Center
Sat, February 15, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
In partnership with Saint Joseph's University Writing Center , the Wynnefield Library will offer free writing assistance to writers. Need help with an essay for school, cover letter, or resume? Come and see how the Writing Center can help! No appointment necessary.
Live! At the Library With Beyond the Bars
Sat, February 15, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Music Department
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Parkway Central Library
Live at the Library Volume 3! Hosted by Beyond the Bars and the Free Library of Philadelphia's Music Department Back by popular demand! Join us for the third in our series featuring youth and established musicians! Saturday February 15th's session will feature intimate…
Backpacking Pennsylvania
Sat, February 15, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Pennsylvania is a premier backpacking destination, with over 800 miles of trails throughout the State forest lands. Join Falls Library staff member Lisa Myers, who will share some of her travels on a selection of trails - some well known and some more off the beaten track! Included…
What is Love 2025 presented by MBKCares
Sat, February 15, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
MBKCares and the Walnut West Library have partnered once again for a wonderful event. The 3rd annual "What is Love?” program takes place Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 1:00 pm-3:30 pm at the Walnut West Library located at 40th and Walnut Street in Philadelphia. Admission…
Story Time with Kala Jojo: The Tall Story Teller
Sat, February 15, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Kala Jojo, known as “The Tall Storyteller”, performs his songs, chants and stories with authentic African instruments, evoking African, African-American and Caribbean oral traditions.
Crowned Head wrapping workshop
Sat, February 15, 2025
1:30 P.M.
Widener Library
An in-depth teaching about the history of head wrapping. The workshop will also provide demonstrations on how to tie a headwrap through self-expression.
Fundamentals of Rhythm and Hip Hop Fundamentals
Sat, February 15, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Amaze yourselves and learn basic moves to create your own choreography by exploring the American art form of breakdancing, with Hip Hop Fundamentals . Created in the 1970s by New York's youth, the dance form is an engaging and exciting way for young people to express themselves, have…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, February 15, 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…
Night Side Songs - A Musical
Sat, February 15, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Literature Department
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Parkway Central Library
The Philadelphia Theatre Company presents a ninety-minute new musical, Night Side Songs. The performance explores the intimacy of illness, mortality, and the incredible dignity of caregivers through the story of Yasmine Holly, a fictional character informed by interviews with…
Exhibition: Our Flesh of Flames by Theodore Harris and Amiri Baraka
Now through Sat, February 15, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
An exhibition of artwork by Philadelphia-based artist Theodore Harris will be on display in the hallway galleries of the Art & Literature departments through the end of January 2025. This exhibit will take place in conjunction with a reading from the new and expanded…
Monday LEAP Art Explorers
Mon, February 17, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Materials for self-guided artwork creation will be available from 3pm-5:45pm in the children's section.
StitchCraft
Mon, February 17, 2025
5:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Folks of all ages who knit, sew, crochet, weave, or stitch are welcome to bring their projects and join us to work on them in the company of other crafty people! Some materials and assistance may be provided based on availability.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, February 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Kensington Library
Join us inside the library for stories, rhymes, songs and movement! Best suited for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
Family Storytime
Tue, February 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Bustleton Library
On Tuesdays at 11 AM, we will have a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
Storytime Yoga
Tue, February 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Take a fun and playful yoga journey led by Sarah of Surya Moon Yoga! We'll learn individual and partner poses through songs and storytelling, all while building confidence, creativity, and strong, healthy bodies. Children and parents will practice how to center themselves through…
Free Intermediate English Classes with IAC
Tue, February 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Tacony Library
Free English Classes by IAC Mondays through Thursdays 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays: Beginner Level Tuesdays and Thursdays: Intermediate Level Improve your ability to read, write and speak English! Questions? Beginner level: text or whatsapp…
Rare Books Roadshow
Tue, February 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
Rare Books Roadshow
Tue, February 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
Rare Books Roadshow
Tue, February 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
Read, Baby, Read: Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, February 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces that will help your young child develop important pre-literary skills while you bond and have fun together! This program is intended for our friends ages 2 and under, and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.