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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, December 7, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero 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 Daniel. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Book Paper Scissors
Sat, December 7, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Book Paper Scissors is an artists’ book fair, free and open to the public. 2024 marks the 15th year of the fair held at the library in collaboration with the Philadelphia Center for the Book . This festive event features artists’ books, handmade paper, prints, zines,…
Music and Movement Storytime
Sat, December 7, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and movement that celebrates all things music! For ages 7 and under and their caregivers.
SJU Writing Center
Sat, December 7, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
In partnership with Saint Joseph's University Writing Center , the Wynnefield Library will offer free writing assistance to writers. Need help with an essay for school, cover letter, or resume? Come and see how the Writing Center can help! No appointment necessary.
Novels In Progress - Thorns & Roses: A Stem by Lauren Holguin and STOPPING by Nikki Volpicelli
Sat, December 7, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Literature Department
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Parkway Central Library
Molly's Bookstore presents Novels in Progress Series. Thorns & Roses: A Stem by Lauren Holguin Poet and burnt out elementary teacher Lola is devastated by the death of her beloved Abuela. Rushing from Philly to the Los Angeles she worked to get away from, Lola misses her opportunity…
Young Mindz Neuro Meeting
Sat, December 7, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Field Teen Center and Young Mindz Neuro invite teens to learn about brain function together! Participants will read scientific papers together, watch student neuroscience presentations, and prepare for careers in the neuroscience field. The meeting will be held in room 25 between Field Teen…
Adult English Class
Sat, December 7, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Connect with your community and enhance your English skills at this free 12 week class presented by Language Lighthouse. To register and for more information, email ESOL@thomaslearning.org or call 267-571-6537.
Read Baby Read Storytime and Playgroup
Mon, December 9, 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.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, December 9, 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. …
Rare Books Roadshow
Mon, December 9, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
Rare Books Roadshow
Mon, December 9, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
Rare Books Roadshow
Mon, December 9, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
SJU MSET Tutoring
Mon, December 9, 2024
3:15 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Are you a middle or high school student looking for some homework help in geometry, algebra I or II, biology, chemistry or physics? Join us for a session of the Math and Science Enrichment Program (MSET) this fall. St. Joseph's University (SJU) is sponsoring this community program…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, December 9, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional 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 Trainee Faith.
Street Dance Classes: Beginner Hip-Hop
Mon, December 9, 2024
6:30 P.M.
Music Department
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Parkway Central Library
Back by popular demand! Urban Movement Arts returns to the Free Library of Philadelphia to offer a series of dance classes. These are all 1 hour long classes for adult beginners. In the Fall, we're having Waacking, House, and Hip-Hop classes. Our last class is Hip-Hop with Alexis! …
CPR Training with The Mobile CPR Project
Tue, December 10, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for a free non-certified CPR training with The Mobile CPR Project . Whether you are new to CPR or just want to practice your skills, this class is for you! Coffee and bagels will be provided. This 45-minute class will be held in the HEIM room 131/132. Please…
Rare Books Roadshow
Tue, December 10, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
Rare Books Roadshow
Tue, December 10, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
Rare Books Roadshow
Tue, December 10, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
Baby & Toddler Storytime & Free Play
Tue, December 10, 2024
11:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for books, songs, and dancing! Then stick around for free play with toys! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers.