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Computer Basics
Wed, May 22, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness at
Parkway Central Library
Join us in Science & Wellness and learn how the use the computer. This class is offered on a first come, first served basis. We encourage attendees to arrive 15 minutes before the start of the class.
Adult Senior Computer Classes Computers Education Free Library of Philadelphia Literacy TechnologyComputer Basics
Wed, May 22, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at
Parkway Central Library
Join us in room 202 (formerly the Business, Resource and Innovation Center) and learn how the use the computer.This class is offered on a first come, first served basis. We encourage attendees to arrive 15 minutes before the start of the class.
Adult Senior Computer Classes Computers Education Free Library of Philadelphia Literacy Technology
Geekscapes
Wed, May 22, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Teen Center at
Parkway Central Library
Hang out in the Field Teen Center and geek out about all your favorite fandoms! Play Dungeons and Dragons, Yugi-oh, Magic the Gathering, board games, and more. Program for teens ages 12-18 only. Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for more info. Follow @FLPTeenCenter on…
Young Adult Other Great Programs Games and Gaming Board Games and Role-Playing
LEAP: Monster Plants!
Wed, May 22, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Children's Department at
Parkway Central Library
Learn about exotic jungle plants and make your own jungle plant craft to take home.
School Age LEAP Children Crafts & Hobbies Environment & Nature Literacy Science Animals and Nature STEM arts & crafts
Brews & Views: The Library's Rooftop Beer Garden Series!
Wed, May 22, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
The Free Library’s rooftop beer garden series, Brews & Views, held in partnership with Brûlée Catering , pops back up at the Parkway Central Library ! On May 21, 22, and 23, and May 28, 29, and 30, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., join us on…
Adult Community Events Beer Gardens
Imaginations Take Flight: An Introduction to Creative Writing
Wed, May 22, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Literature Department at
Parkway Central Library
In these 6 sessions, we will be writing to prompts provided by the facilitator. Participants will be asked to read what they have written and there will be general feedback and discussion. We will also be discussing various kinds of creative writing. A short list of recommended…
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Eve Ensler | The Apology
Wed, May 22, 2019 7:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: FREE
One of Newsweek ’s “150 Women Who Shake the World” and the Guardian ’s “Top 100 Women,” Tony Award–winning playwright Eve Ensler is a performer, activist, and author. Her phenomenon The Vagina Monologues has been…
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Ancient Wisdom & Modern Heartbreak: How Rome Helped Shape the U.S.
Thu, May 23, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Senior Services at
Parkway Central Library
Explore the Roman world with distinguished professors from Princeton University and the University of Pennsylvania, who will weave together the connections between this ancient empire and our democratic republic today. Part 4: Roman Consolations for Calamitous Times University of Pennsylvania…
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A Free Tour of Our Five Senses: A Family Friendly, Interactive Exhibition.
Thu, May 23, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department at
Parkway Central Library
Sign up for your free curator-led tour of Our Five Senses, the first family friendly, fully-interactive exhibition at the Free Library. Tours begin at 3:00 p.m and are 45 minutes. While the exhibition is geared for all ages, the suggested minimum age for the tour is 10 years old. Tours are…
Adult Young Adult School Age Family Programs Children Education Family Humor Literacy Literature Rare Books, Manuscripts, & Digital Collections Science Special Collections History Five Senses
Teen Art Contest
Thu, May 23, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Teen Center at
Parkway Central Library
In the Field Teen Center’s monthly art contest, make a new piece of art for a chance to win a prize. We’ll provide supplies from paints to collage to charcoal. Your fellow teens will vote to determine the winner. All levels of artistic skill are encouraged to join. Program for teens…
Young Adult Arts and Crafts Programs Art Crafts & Hobbies Teens arts & craftsBrews & Views: The Library's Rooftop Beer Garden Series!
Thu, May 23, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
The Free Library’s rooftop beer garden series, Brews & Views, held in partnership with Brûlée Catering , pops back up at the Parkway Central Library ! On May 21, 22, and 23, and May 28, 29, and 30, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., join us on…
Adult Community Events Beer Gardens
John Waters | Mr. Know-It-All: The Tarnished Wisdom of a Filth Elder
Thu, May 23, 2019 7:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: $47/$32 couple + book/single + book
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Purchase couples ticket here In conversation with Jason Freeman John Waters’s transgressive movies include Pink Flamingos , Hairspray , Cry-Baby , Serial Mom , and Cecil B. Demented . He is also the author of Shock Value , Crackpot , …
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Fri, May 24, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Teen Center at
Parkway Central Library
Play video games at the Field Teen Center! 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 .
Young Adult Other Great Programs Games and Gaming Video Games
Wooden Block Party
Sat, May 25, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at
Parkway Central Library
Join us in the Story Hour Room for fun with big wooden blocks. What will you build?
School Age Preschool Toddler Family Programs
Chess Club
Sat, May 25, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Children's Department at
Parkway Central Library
Learn to play or improve your game! Chess Club meets every Satruday, 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…
School Age LEAP Workshops and Enrichment Children ChessLEAP: Fiber Crafts Club
Sat, May 25, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Children's Department at
Parkway Central Library
Sharpen your motor skills with a craft activity using yarn, felt, fabric, and more!
School Age LEAP Art Science arts & crafts Five SensesBig Kids Story Time
Tue, May 28, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at
Parkway Central Library
Stories, songs, rhymes, music, movement, and lots of fun for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers! Free! No registration required. Children's Department Story Hour Room School, camp, and daycare groups - please call to schedule a visit. 215-686-5369
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Tue, May 28, 2019 11:30 A.M.
Children's Department at
Parkway Central Library
Creative Play for children ages 2-5 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
Preschool Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children Education FamilyVideo Games for Teens
Tue, May 28, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Teen Center at
Parkway Central Library
Play video games at the Field Teen Center! 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 .
Young Adult Other Great Programs Games and Gaming Video Games