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Bump into Fashion
Sat, November 23, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Join local Philadelphia author and clothing boutique owner Tamara Hudson for tips on mastering cozy, comfortable, and chic maternity style for all occasions and budgets. This event is part of the "Nurturing Beginnings" series from the "Read, Baby, Read" program.
Exhibition Tour: Telling Tales: From Oral Tradition to Art
Sat, November 23, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Print and Picture Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Join us Saturday, November 23 at 11 AM for a tour of the latest exhibition from the Free Library's Special Collections Division: Telling Tales: From Oral Tradition to Ar t . Meet on the Second Floor of Parkway Central Library in West Gallery 2. All ages can enjoy the…
Exhibition Tour: Telling Tales: From Oral Tradition to Art
Sat, November 23, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Map Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Join us Saturday, November 23 at 11 AM for a tour of the latest exhibition from the Free Library's Special Collections Division: Telling Tales: From Oral Tradition to Ar t . Meet on the Second Floor of Parkway Central Library in West Gallery 2. All ages can enjoy the…
Fall in Love with Finance
Sat, November 23, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
We are delighted to invite you to a special festive event, Fall in Love with Finance . This gathering will take place at the BRIC in Parkway Central Library . Enjoy insightful discussions on financial well-being in a warm and inviting atmosphere. We will also be serving light…
RESCHEDULED - Scholarships 101 for Teens
Sat, November 23, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
College and test prep workshops return to the Free Library for the 2024-2025 school year, hosted by Field Teen Center in partnership with The Alexander Advantage . This free series is for high school students up to age 18. This in-person workshop will explore available…
Film Screening: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022)
Sat, November 23, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Map Collection
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Parkway Central Library
To accompany "Telling Tales: From Oral Tradition to Art," the latest Special Collections exhibition on the 2nd floor of Parkway Central Library , we are showing three films related to mythology this fall! The series includes Jason and the Argonauts (1963) on Monday, October 28th, Puss…
Artist talk and book launch: Theodore Harris
Sat, November 23, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Theodore Harris for a reading from the new and expanded edition of his book, Our Flesh of Flames: Collages by Theodore A. Harris and Captions by Amiri Baraka (2024). The reading will be followed by a conversation between Harris and Taji Ra’oof Nahl / TR7 and will take…
Film Screening: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022)
Sat, November 23, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Print and Picture Collection
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Parkway Central Library
To accompany "Telling Tales: From Oral Tradition to Art," the latest Special Collections exhibition on the 2nd floor of Parkway Central Library , we are showing three films related to mythology this fall! The series includes Jason and the Argonauts (1963) on Monday, October 28th, Puss…
COURTNEY BELL--MEDICARE--EVERY MONDAY
Mon, November 25, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Senior Services
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Parkway Central Library
Courtney Bell is a Medicare benefits advisor. She will be on-hand Mondays from 10 am- 12 pm to answer your Pennsylvania Medicare questions. Attend one of her free workshops and find the best plan for you! This is a free workshop. No reservations are required. Please meet at the Senior…
Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!
Mon, November 25, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay for playtime immediately following storytime! Intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Nice weather? We'll be in Shakespeare Park, across the street from the library! Unfavorable weather? We'll…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, November 25, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central 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 Nancy. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Mon, November 25, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
*Class is full and not accepting new students. Please call the number below to find an alternate class location.* Need computer help? Take a free digital skills workshop at the Library! Learn how to use a computer, get online, and more. Training provided by Beyond Literacy, please arrive…
Rare Books Roadshow
Mon, November 25, 2024
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
Mon, November 25, 2024
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…
Rare Books Roadshow
Mon, November 25, 2024
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…
DIY Phone Cases
Mon, November 25, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Come and design your own phone case or keychain! Clear phone cases for a variety of phones and keychains will be provided for decorating, along with charms, glue and more to add some flair to your everyday. Programs at the Field Teen Center are open to individuals ages 12 to…
Chess Club for Kids!
Mon, November 25, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us each Monday from 3:30-4:30pm for Chess Club! Kids 12 and under are welcome to play and learn with support from a skilled chess player. All supplies provided. No experience is necessary; all skill levels welcome! This event will be held in the Story Hour Room, within the Central…
Exhibition Opening Reception: Our Flesh of Flames by Theodore Harris and Amiri Baraka
Now through Mon, November 25, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for an opening reception with the artist. The 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 is taking place in…
Philadelphia Reads James Baldwin
Mon, November 25, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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Parkway Central Library
As part of the Year of James Baldwin, the Free Library is hosting one of many Philadelphia Reads James Baldwin reading groups throughout the city in collaboration with the Saturday Free School for Philosophy and Black Liberation . Celebrate the life, work, and legacy of James Baldwin as we…
Math for GED
Tue, November 26, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Our small learning group builds math skills you can use to pass tests, understand the world, and solve problems at work and at home. The topics we work with will be taken from various areas of math. Online materials are provided to explain concepts and give additional practice between group…