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Jewelry Making Workshop
Thu, December 12, 2019
3:00 P.M.
Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Intro to jewelry making, wire wrapping, and beading! Youth ages 12-18 are welcome to come create a piece of wearable art to keep. We'll be exploring the many jewelry making e-books on our digital resource Hoopla for inspiration and instructions. Materials provided. …
FullMoon Werewolf!
Thu, December 12, 2019
3:30 P.M.
Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Every full moon we will host a game of Werewolf. What role will you get in this social deduction game, werewolf or villager? Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for more info. Follow @FLPTeenCenter on Facebook and Instagram. Teen programming at the Field Teen Center is made…
Thursday Crafternoons!
Thu, December 12, 2019
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for a short storytime and craft for the whole family!
Elaine Sciolino | The Seine: The River That Made Paris
Thu, December 12, 2019
7:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: $15.00
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A former Paris bureau chief and contributing writer for the New York Times , Elaine Sciolino is acclaimed for her “deliciously detailed and smart” ( Vogue ) chronicles of French culture and history. Her books include the bestsellers The Only Street in Paris: Life on the Rue des…
Music and Movement
Fri, December 13, 2019
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for songs, dance, and fun excploring rhythm and movement! Children ages 11 and under. Children ages 6 & under must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Video Games
Fri, December 13, 2019
3:00 P.M.
Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Need a little Mario party in your life? How about some more Smash Bros? We have you covered here in the Field Teen Center every Tuesday and Friday! Wondering what games we have? Nintendo Switch: Mario Party, Mario Kart, Smash…
Teen Center Language Lab
Fri, December 13, 2019
3:30 P.M.
Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Come join us Fridays for our language learning lab! Program for teens ages 12-18 only. Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for more info. Follow @FLPTeenCenter on Facebook and Instagram.
S.A.G.A. CLUB
Fri, December 13, 2019
3:30 P.M.
Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
S.A.G.A, short for Sexuality and Gender Acceptance, is the new Youth G.S.A. (Gay Straight Alliance) located at the Field Teen Center at the Parkway Central Library. Please invite any friends that would be interested in supporting Queer communities! Usually on the 2nd Friday of the month!…
Board Game Bonanza!
Fri, December 13, 2019
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
From Chutes and Ladders to Connect 4, from Bingo to Twister, play some games and make some friends! Find us on Facebook: http://tinyurl.com/parkwaycentralchildrens Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ParkwayCCD
Saturday Morning Cartoons
Sat, December 14, 2019
9:00 A.M.
Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Need to get out of the house on Saturday morning but have nothing to do? Come join us at the Field Teen Center for some early morning cartoon watching! Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for more info. Follow @FLPTeenCenter on Facebook and Instagram. Teen programming at the…
Pathway Forward: G.E.D Preparation Class
Sat, December 14, 2019
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 G.E.D. and Adult Basic Education classes on Saturdays and Sundays. Free classes on Saturdays starting October 12 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. English/Social Studies GED Prep 10:00 am…
LEAP Art Club!
Sat, December 14, 2019
12:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
*Special time due to early library closing.* Come join the Children Department's new weekly club for painting, drawing, crafting, stamping, and CREATING! Program is intended for our friends ages 12 and under. Children 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
SATurdays: SAT and College Prep Workshops for Teens
Sat, December 14, 2019
12:00 P.M.
Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Join the Field Teen Center for a series of college prep and standardized testing workshops. We'll combine practice tests and test-taking strategies with self-care techniques for a well-rounded approach to the big test! We'll also help to answer…
Chess Club
Sat, December 14, 2019
1:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Learn to play or improve your game! Chess Club meets every Saturday, 1:00 p.m. -2:00 p.m. in the Story Hour Room. School-age children. No experience necessary. All materials provided. Chess coaches are here to help. Brought to you by LEAP (Free Library of Philadelphia Literacy Enrichment…
Charles Dickens: Part of the Hands-on History Series at The Free Library, Parkway Central
Sat, December 14, 2019
2:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
Charles Dickens: Part of the Hands-on History at The Free Library, Parkway Central Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was one of the most successful writers of the nineteenth century, achieving international fame during his own lifetime. The Rare Book Department at the Free Library of Philadelphia is…
Movie Double Feature
Sun, December 15, 2019
1:00 P.M.
Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Come watch these essential movies each Sunday in the Field Teen Center! Program for teens ages 12-18. Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for more info. Follow @FLPTeenCenter on Facebook and Instagram. Teen programming at the Field Teen Center is made possible in…
Pathway Forward: G.E.D Preparation Class
Sun, December 15, 2019
1:00 P.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 G.E.D. and Adult Basic Education classes on Saturdays and Sundays. Free classes on Saturdays starting October 12 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. English/Social Studies GED Prep 10:00 am…
Arabic/English Language and Cultural Exchange
Mon, December 16, 2019
10:30 A.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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Parkway Central Library
Interested in learning Arabic and helping Arabic speakers practice English? Come join our free cultural connections group, where we will explore language, customs, foods, and other aspects of culture. Mondays, starting October 7, 2019 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 2M Classroom in…
Baby Storytime
Mon, December 16, 2019
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, music, movement, and lots of fun! Storytime will be followed by a half hour playgroup. For children birth through 18 months and their caregivers. School, camp, and daycare groups - please call to schedule a visit. 215-686-5369
Baby Play Group
Mon, December 16, 2019
11:00 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Creative Play for children birth to 18 months old and their caregivers! Children's Department Story Hour Room. Free. No registration required. School, camp, and daycare groups - please call to schedule a visit. 215-686-5369