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Family BINGO Night
Mon, December 2, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
Back by popular demand, it's Family BINGO at the library! Every round wins a prize, and best of all, it's free! All ages are welcome and no experience is necessary. Please arrive on time because space will be limited.
Philadelphia Reads James Baldwin
Mon, December 2, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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Parkway Central Library
As part of the Year of James Baldwin, the Free Library is hosting one of many Philadelphia Reads James Baldwin reading groups throughout the city in collaboration with the Saturday Free School for Philosophy and Black Liberation . Celebrate the life, work, and legacy of James Baldwin as we…
Friends of Whitman Library Monthly Meeting
Mon, December 2, 2024
6:30 P.M.
Whitman Library
The Friends of Whitman Library is an adult volunteer group who meets once a month (usually on the first Monday of the month) to discuss library happenings and fundraising opportunities. This meeting will take place inside the library. Anyone interested in learning more about the Friends of…
Math for GED
Tue, December 3, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Our small learning group builds math skills you can use to pass tests, understand the world, and solve problems at work and at home. The topics we work with will be taken from various areas of math. Online materials are provided to explain concepts and give additional practice between group…
Resource Table - Community Wellness
Tue, December 3, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Stop by the resource table from the Community Wellness Engagement Unit of the City of Philadelphia's Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Services (DBHIDS). See how they can help you, your family or friends. 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Giving Tuesday: Workshop and Awards Ceremony
Tue, December 3, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
Come celebrate Giving Tuesday at the library with this special event hosted by Michelle Snow ! Following a powerful workshop helping nonprofit organizations increase funding, we'll celebrate and recognize the work of our city's nonprofit organizations and leaders through the…
Rare Books Roadshow
Tue, December 3, 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 3, 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
Tue, December 3, 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…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Tue, December 3, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
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 Margie. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Mobile Constituent Services with State Rep Regina Young
Tue, December 3, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
Mobile Constituent Services with State Rep Regina Young Every Tuesday from 12:00 P.M.-4.00 P.M. The Office of PA State Representative Regina Young provides constituent services at the Donatucci Library every Tuesday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Representatives provide assistance with SEPTA…
Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Tue, December 3, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-686-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Please note this class will be taking place in the upstairs…
Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Tue, December 3, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-686-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Please note this class will be taking place in the main floor…
Changing Careers & Transferable Skills: Virtual Full Circle Career Workshop
Tue, December 3, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
Create a path for successful career change. Learn how to navigate your career transition, and understand what transferable skills are any why they are valuable in a career change. Discover the difference between hard and soft skills. To join, please register here . Zoom meeting information…
Councilmember Anthony Phillips
Tue, December 3, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Mobile Pop-Up Office Hours Tuesday, 12.3 @ 1 pm Learn about City services and ask questions from 1 to 4 pm! Provided by Councilmember Anthony Phillips’ Office.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Tue, December 3, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Independence 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 Stan. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
English Class - Mixed Level
Tue, December 3, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
This informal group is for mid-level beginner to intermediate learners and will cover vocabulary building, pronounciation, phrases, idioms, and basic grammar. Taught by IndoChinese American Council. Classes open to all, for more information please contact Dan O’Neill at…
Computer Skills for Beginners-Bilingual
Tue, December 3, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Tacony Library
Computer Skills for Beginners A Free Course in English or Spanish Tuesdays, October 15 – December 3, 2024 2:00 – 3:30 PM Join us to learn basic computer concepts, including keyboard skills, email, Internet basics and Google Docs. You will complete lessons provided by Northstar…
Come and Learn Tai Chi!
Tue, December 3, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Holmesburg Library
Come and learn about the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi Qigong with Michael McCormack, a teacher with over 40 years of experience. Learn about the health benefits of Tai Chi all done in a relaxed, fun class environment. Sponsored by a grant from the Philadelphia Activities Fund.
LCD Office Hours - Unresolved Repairs
Tue, December 3, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Social Science and History Department
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Parkway Central Library
Are you a tenant that is dealing with unresolved repairs? Want to know what protections you or someone you know has and how to troubleshoot maintenance requests and repair requests? A representative from the Legal Clinic for the Disabled will be on hand to answer your questions…