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"The Automat" Film Screening and Filmmaker Q&A
Sat, July 27, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for a screening of The Automat followed by a Q&A with the filmmaker, Lisa Hurwitz. Featuring photographs from the Free Library of Philadelphia's Print and Picture Collection and filmed locally, The Automat premiered at the 2021 Telluride Film Festival and was…
Theatre Writers Gathering in Philadelphia
Sat, July 27, 2024
2:30 P.M.
Literature Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us at our Theatre Writer Advocacy Session on Saturday, July 27, from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm, featuring our new Philadelphia Affinity Regional Rep, Will Vence Jr, and our new Philadelphia Regional Rep, Charles Primerano. The Dramatists Guild is thrilled to continue our national…
Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!
Mon, July 29, 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, July 29, 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. …
Computer Skills for Beginners
Mon, July 29, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
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 by the indicated time or call to register at 215-474-1235. Classes will take place in the Technology Training Lab,…
Philadelphia Department of Health @ Parkway Central Library
Mon, July 29, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health offers immunizations and health outreach services at the Central Library. Our services include providing information on vaccines for all ages, distributing COVID-19 tests, masks, and hand sanitizers. Staff from the Department will be available…
Chess Club for Kids!
Mon, July 29, 2024
3:30 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…
Teen Karaoke
Mon, July 29, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Sing your heart out to your favorite artists at Karaoke! Programs at the Field Teen Center are open to individuals ages 12 to 18. Organized groups (including camp groups and school groups) must contact the Teen Center to see if special arrangemnts are possible.…
Meet the artist: Chuck Schultz
Mon, July 29, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Works by Chuck Schultz are on display in the historic announcement stands in the Art Department. Part of an ongoing series highlighting work by artists who make use of our space as a free artist studio and library resources for inspiration. Stop by the Art Department on Monday, July…
Family Storytime at Parkway Pals!
Tue, July 30, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for a Family Storytime and to-go craft, while supplies last! This in-person, outdoor storytime will take place at Sister Cities Park and is in collaboration with Center City District. In the case of bad weather, the program will be cancelled with no make up date (check our…
Free Library Chess Club
Tue, July 30, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
Are you looking for a place to play chess, or are you interested in learning how to play? Join us on Tuesdays from 4:00-7:00 pm in the Heim Center on the First Floor. We have 20 chess sets and a limited amount of clocks available for use, or feel free to bring your own. RSVP at Facebook…
All About Blueberry the Betta
Tue, July 30, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
From the science of fish bodies to habitat and more, come learn all everybody's favorite library staff member, Blueberry! Tuesdays July 9, 16, and 30 at 4:00pm in the Story Hour Room This program is intended for children ages 2-12 and their caregivers
Night Raven Gaming Society
Tue, July 30, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
New to 40k... come and learn to play... experienced players we have organized play.... Assemble forces for historical battles in WWII, Vietnam, Middle East and even Modern conflicts. The Masquerade continues to with Vampire the Eternal Struggle here... Chose a clan and direct your minions to…
COME AND CHAT WITH THE DIGITAL NAVIGATORS
Wed, July 31, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Stop into the Lobby between 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM to learn more about the services provided by the Drexel Digital Navigators. The Drexel Digital Navigator program is designed to assist the local community with finding…
Wednesdays of Wonder: Telling Tales with Mama Carla
Wed, July 31, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Attend our final Wednesdays of Wonder program: Telling Tales with Mama Carla This interactive storytelling program includes movement, call and response, rhyme and hand clapping games! For all ages; camp groups welcome. This event will be held in the Montgomery Auditorium on the…
Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, July 31, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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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 the…
The Philadelphia City Commissioner's Office 2024 Elections Resource
Wed, July 31, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Have you ever wondered how the election system works in Philadelphia? The Philadelphia City Commissioners' Office will be in the Parkway Central lobby on Wednesday, July 31, from 2:00 p.m.-4 :00 p.m. to answer your questions regarding how elections work, and…
Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, July 31, 2024
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 the…
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, July 31, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Independent readers and children who are learning to read are invited to practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Yes, you can pet them, too! Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program & each child will be assigned…
DIY Phone Cases
Wed, July 31, 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…