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Music for Tiny Friends! with Miss Margaret
Sat, November 2, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
ππ₯πΆ It's a special Weekend edition of Music with Tiny Friends! πΆπ₯π In partnership with the Fishtown Community Library, Music with Miss Margaret presents Music for Tiny Friends! A musical playgroup for children ages 4 and under. Parents and caregivers are welcome to bring…
Kids Art Workshop
Sat, November 2, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Aurora-Christine School of the Arts is partnering with Wynnefield library to offer a variety of artistic activities from painting and drawing to sculpting and mixed media. Registration is required. Please visit the link: …
Free Monthly Saturday Drum & Percussion Workshops Featuring Karen Smith
Sat, November 2, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Music Department
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Parkway Central Library
Back by immense popular demand - the Free Library's Music Department presents a stellar fifth season of percussion and drum workshops one Saturday a month from October to December! The series opens Saturday, October 12th, continues Saturday, November 2nd, and concludes December…
Presidential Pets with the Geography Lady
Sat, November 2, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Explore all the animal companions that have ever lived in the White House, vote on the best pet, decide what kind of pet we would want to take with us if we were moving to the White House, and make it out of clay to display in a White House pop up book!
Novels In Progress - Who Disturbs My Peace This Lovely Evening? by Chandler Myer and Planet Surrey by Maya Afilalo
Sat, November 2, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Literature Department
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Parkway Central Library
Molly's Bookstore presents the Novels in Progress Series. Who Disturbs My Peace This Lovely Evening? by Chandler Myer Who Disturbs My Peace This Lovely Evening? is the story of two women, Wendy and Gladys, who have been best friends for 50 years. They live across the hall from one…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, November 2, 2024
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…
We Are What We Eat: An Exhibition from Special Collections
Now through Sat, November 2, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
The Free Library’s exhibition, We Are What We Eat , explores the intersection of food, community, and identity. With recipes and cooking techniques passed down through generations, culinary heritage helps preserve flavors and traditions of our ancestors. Food also connects us with the here…
COURTNEY BELL--MEDICARE--EVERY MONDAY
Mon, November 4, 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 4, 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 4, 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. …
Read Baby Read Storytime and Playgroup
Mon, November 4, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Join us every Monday for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay after storytime for playgroup. This program is intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. For large groups or classes, please call to schedule a library visit.
Open Computer Lab and Computer Assistance
Mon, November 4, 2024
11:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Do you need extra assistance on the computer or a longer timeframe to apply for jobs, take a test, or fill out applications? Walk in to receive computer help or call 215-685-1866 to register for a longer computer reservation (up to 1.5 hours) during our open computer lab hours!
Free Beginner English Classes with IAC
Mon, November 4, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Tacony Library
Free English Classes by IAC Fall Session 2024 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…
*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Mon, November 4, 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…
Little Yogis: Yoga Series for Families
Mon, November 4, 2024
11:30 A.M.
Lovett Memorial 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…
Read, Baby, Read Storytime!
Mon, November 4, 2024
11:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Join Miss Liz for Read, Baby, Read storytime on Monday mornings at 11:30am. Stay after storytime for playtime! Intended for babies and toddlers ages 0-2, but all are welcome. In good weather this event will be held outdoors at the Fishtown Recreation Center, directly across…
Little Ones' Storytime
Mon, November 4, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Welsh Road Library
Experience fun and welcoming storytimes with books, laughter, songs to sing, and play led by librarian, Mr. Jay. Best for families with children ages 0-5. Caregivers are required to be present during storytime
English and Digital Literacy
Mon, November 4, 2024
12:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Mondays and Fridays 12:30-2 pm (September 20 - November 18, 2024) Are you looking to improve your English language and digital literacy skills? Join us at the library for this empowering program taught by two University of Pennsylvania Graduate Students. We will practice English while…
GED English Language Arts & Social Studies Prep Presented by Community College of Philadelphia
Mon, November 4, 2024
1:10 P.M.
Tacony Library
GED English Language Arts & Social Studies Prep Presented by CCP Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 1:10 – 3:40 PM October 7 – December 5, 2024 Are you planning to take the GED or HiSET exam? This Community College of Philadelphia course will help you prepare for…
Intermediate ESL
Mon, November 4, 2024
1:30 P.M.
Independence Library
Join us as we read about and talk about a variety of topics, including current events, American cultural issues, English grammar, current American expressions, etc. - all with the goal of improving participants' proficiency in spoken and written English. Each week participants…