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PRIDE Music and Movement
Wed, June 18, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Ms Naomi for singing and dancing in this movement-oriented storytime followed by playtime, and today our sonds and book will be pride themed! This program is designed for children ages 6 and under, along iwth their caretakers. If you require ASL interpretation, please contact us in…
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PENN MED HEART HEALTH SERIES
Wed, June 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Senior Services
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Parkway Central Library
You're Invited! Take a Moment for Your Health with Penn Medicine Stop by to get your blood pressure checked, engage in open conversations, and learn about critical health topics from Penn Medicine experts. We're here to listen, talk, and answer your questions — all while helping…
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Recapturing Black History: Preserving an Inclusive View of Philadelphia History.
Wed, June 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Virtual
Amy Jane Cohen is an educator, historian, and author dedicated to helping Philadelphians understand and appreciate the evolution of Black history in their hometown. She is the author of "Black History in the Philadelphia Landscape: Deep Routes, Continuing Legacy", published by Temple…
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Sew What?! ROOM 108 Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, June 18, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Wednesdays from 2-4:30 pm in…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, June 18, 2025
6:00 P.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 Natalia. The group will meet in HEIM 131/132 on the first floor.…
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PENN MED HEART HEALTH SERIES
Wed, June 18, 2025
11:00 P.M.
Senior Services
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Parkway Central Library
You're Invited! Take a Moment for Your Health with Penn Medicine Stop by to get your blood pressure checked, engage in open conversations, and learn about critical health topics from Penn Medicine experts. We're here to listen, talk, and answer your questions — all while helping…
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Sew What?! Evening CANCELED!! Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, June 19, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in ROOM…
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Preschool Storytime
Fri, June 20, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Scout for stories, songs, and rhymes, and stay for playtime afterwards! Intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. This program has ASL interpretation. In good weather, this program will be held outdoors in Shakespeare Park, directly across the street…
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Early America in Three Songs
Fri, June 20, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Virtual
Chase Castle is a Cultural Historian of Music. He is currently an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music History at the University of Delaware and received his PhD in Music from the University of Pennsylvania in May 2024. For our program titled "Early America in Three Songs," he has…
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Vinyl Listening Session: John Williams Soundtracks
Fri, June 20, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Music Department
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Parkway Central Library
We're in our John Williams era! If you've been missing our Williams movie nights, now's your chance! We're hosting a vinyl listening session featuring some of John Williams' soundtracks. Drop by and listen with us! Jaws is turning 50- limited themed treats provided.…
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Teen Video Games
Fri, June 20, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for video games at the Field Teen Center every Tuesday and Friday! We play a variety of games. New players and experienced pros welcome. Programs at the Field Teen Center are open to individuals ages 12 to 18. Organized groups (including camp groups and school…
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Semblance and Resemblance: Tiberino and Her Inspirations | Exhibition Opening
Fri, June 20, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
This exhibit showcases the works of celebrated Philadelphia artist Ellen Tiberino and her late mother, the groundbreaking Ellen Powell Tiberino (1945–1992). Through mosaic, pencil, paper, and pigment, the two Ellens captured the spirit and likenesses of their world—creating works…
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Semblance and Resemblance: Tiberino and Her Inspirations | Exhibition Opening
Fri, June 20, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
This exhibit showcases the works of celebrated Philadelphia artist Ellen Tiberino and her late mother, the groundbreaking Ellen Powell Tiberino (1945–1992). Through mosaic, pencil, paper, and pigment, the two Ellens captured the spirit and likenesses of their world—creating works…
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Juneteenth | Legacy In Ink Community Book Fair and Exhibition Opening
Sat, June 21, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
Cost: FREE
In partnership with Black Docents Collective and Literacy Nation, we welcome all to attend our daylong Juneteenth celebration with Workshops, Discussions, and Presentations on Saturday, June 21 from 10 AM to 4 PM. Authors, illustrators, editors, publishers and book enthusiasts will…
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PRIDE Concert with the Philadelphia Freedom Band
Sat, June 21, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Join the Free Library and the Philadelphia Freedom Band to celebrate PRIDE Month in Shakespeare Park! The Philadelphia Freedom Band (PFB) is a non-profit organization comprised of a wide variety of talented musicians, ranging from amateur to professional. They come together to perform…
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Legal Workshop for Artists - Presented by Philadelphia Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts.
Sat, June 21, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Artists, Writers, Musicians, Creatives! Please join us for a workshop covering topics such as intellectual property, contract negotiation, and estate planning. Attendees will leave with an overview of some of the essential resources that support artists and other creatives. Panelists…
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Teen Video Games - RESCHEDULED
Sat, June 21, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for video games at the Field Teen Center every Tuesday and Friday! We play a variety of games. New players and experienced pros welcome. Programs at the Field Teen Center are open to individuals ages 12 to 18. Organized groups (including camp groups and school…
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Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!
Mon, June 23, 2025
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. Cooler weather? We'll have storytime in the auditorium on the ground floor! Warmer weather? We'll be…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, June 23, 2025
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. …
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*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Mon, June 23, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
** Class is full and not accepting new students. Please call the number below to be placed on the waitlist or 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…