Monday Evening Movies: "It was 50 years ago today..."

Mon, July 15, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Adults and teens can view a movie about a Summer of '69 event from a different perspective.  Stop in and see what we'll be showing this evening.  Of course we'll have popcorn

Adult Young Adult Senior Film Screening Movies & Television History

Cookbook Exchange

Mon, July 15, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Do you have some cookbooks that you no longer use?  Are you looking for some inspiration?  Trade in your no-longer-needed cookbooks and go home with something new-to-you.  You will be able to take home the number of books you drop off, if you desire.  This event will be held…

Adult Young Adult Senior Community Events Other Great Programs Cooking & Nutrition

Bop and Cha-Cha

Mon, July 15, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Mondays at 6:30! Join us for a fun time! Learn how to Bop and Cha-Cha, or show off your moves. No experience necessary. All ages invited! ***Classes provided by the North 5th Street Revitalization Project***

Adult Young Adult School Age Senior Other Great Programs Children Family Summer Reading Teens dance

English Language Conversation Group

Mon, July 15, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Roxborough Library

Are you looking for a place to practice English?  Join us for a weekly group where all levels are welcome.  Come one time, or all the time.  For adults.

Adult Senior New Americans Discussion and Participation ESL - English as a Second Language English Language Learners

Beginning Ukulele Lessons

Mon, July 15, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

 Have you ever wanted to learn a really easy instrument? Now is your chance. Join Ray Verna for this fun summer class. Need a uke? Let us know.

Adult Young Adult Workshops and Enrichment Other Great Programs Music Summer Reading

Andrew Shaffer | Hope Rides Again: An Obama Biden Mystery

Mon, July 15, 2019 7:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Cost: FREE

They’re back! In Andrew Shaffer’s sequel to the New York Times bestseller Hope Never Dies , the bromantic thriller that saw the former president and vice president tumble down a Delaware rabbit hole of conspiracy and murder, Obama and Biden are once again drawn into a web of intrigue…

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Nonprofit Legal Clinic

Tue, July 16, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Regional Foundation Center at Parkway Central Library

Attend this  PhillyVIP  legal clinic to ask an attorney about corporate governance issues, trademarks and logos, employees and consultants, contracts and other nonprofit legal issues. Attorneys will walk clients through PhillyVIP/LawWorks' Nonprofit Legal Assessment Checklist…

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WURD's Summer of Freedom Tour Returns to the Free Library!

Tue, July 16, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Widener Library

Join WURD radio (96.1FM / 900AM) for a LIVE broadcast from the library, 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., as part of their annual Summer of Freedom tour. Additional Library broadcasts: Thursday, July 18, Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library Friday, July 19, Blackwell West Philly Regional Library…

Adult Young Adult Community Events African American

E-Gadget Helpdesk

Tue, July 16, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Frankford Library

Do you have a tablet, smartphone, or other device but are unsure how to use it? Come in on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at noon! Please make sure to have your device fully charged so that we may serve you better.

Adult Senior Computer Classes Other Great Programs Computers Databases & Electronic Resources Digital Collections Digital Media Digital Magazines

New and Expectant Parents Group

Tue, July 16, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

New & Expectant Parents & Caregivers Group Led by a new mom in the neighborhood, this group provides snacks, socializing, and support for parents and their young ones. All parents, nannies, and caregivers that have or are expecting infants and young toddlers are welcome!    

Adult Discussion and Participation Health

Computer Basics

Tue, July 16, 2019 2:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

This class will introduce you to basic computer skills like understanding how to utilize your mouse and keyboard, searching the internet, creating documents, and sending e-mail.  

Adult Computer Classes Computers

Community Health Fairs and Farmer's Market

Tue, July 16, 2019 3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Have the opportunity to connect with health resources for you and your family. Each month, we’ll have representatives from local organizations that focus on health, wellness, and community services! If you’re new to the Free Library system, make sure to pop by the book bike to…

Adult Family Programs Other Great Programs Health

Philadelphia New Voting Machine Demonstration

Tue, July 16, 2019 3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Philadelphia is getting new voting machines for the first time since 2002. Come test out the new touchscreen ExpressVote XL machines and practice voting before the next election on November 5.

Adult Senior Other Great Programs

A Free Tour of Our Five Senses: A Family Friendly, Interactive Exhibition.

Tue, July 16, 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 children's literature Five Senses

Painting with Miss Irene

Tue, July 16, 2019 4:00 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Unlease your inner artist with us.  Drawing and color instruction, as well as supplies, will be provided.  Enjoy yourself and get in the creativity zone. Registration is required as class size is limited.  For Teens and Adults. June 25; July 2, 9 & 16

Adult Young Adult Senior Workshops and Enrichment Art Summer Reading

Read, Baby, Read Parent Circle

Tue, July 16, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Parent Circle is a series of gatherings that provide support and enrichment to any caregiver with a child ages birth to 2 years around language and literacy development. Expectant parents also welcome!  Caregivers may come solo or bring children along. New topics each week! For more…

Adult Toddler Baby Family Programs Family Literacy

Summer Film Series

Tue, July 16, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Lawncrest Library

Join us for our Adult Summer Reading Film Series! July 16 - Argo (R)  

Adult Senior Film Screening Movies & Television Summer Reading Five Senses

Spanish Language Learning Circle

Tue, July 16, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department at Parkway Central Library

Are you interested in learning Spanish or brushing up on your existing Spanish language skills? Have you ever started an online course only to lose motivation a few sessions in and never finish? Do you want to meet new people and explore adult learning opportunities at the library? Here's…

Adult Discussion and Participation Databases & Electronic Resources Education Free Library of Philadelphia Free Library of Philadelphia Programs & Services Language Study Literacy Online Learning

Julie Salamon | An Innocent Bystander: The Killing of Leon Klinghoffer

Tue, July 16, 2019 7:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Cost: FREE

Exploring an astonishing range of genres and subject matter, Julie Salamon is the author of a score of novels, children’s books, and nonfiction books. Initially a longtime banking reporter and film critic for the Wall Street Journal , then a TV critic and arts reporter at the New York…

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Laptop Lounge

Wed, July 17, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Frankford Library

Brush up on your computer skills using our in-house laptops with our Digital Resource Specialist.  Space may be limited.

Adult Young Adult Senior Computer Classes Computers Databases & Electronic Resources Digital Collections