DIY Zine Workshop

Thu, May 30, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Join us on the last Thursday of each month to collage, craft, and create your own zines! A zine is a self-published magazine or mini comic that can be about any topic or interest. You’ll learn about simple folding techniques and design layout, and then have the time, space, and supplies to…

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Watermelon: A Celebration of Summer with Ronna Welsh

Thu, May 30, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Culinary Literacy Center at Parkway Central Library

Cost: $30 single / $45 couple

Ronna Welsh has been a professional cook for over 20 years. She has worked as an executive chef, pastry chef, consulting chef, and recipe developer for Saveur, Whole Living Magazine, Bon Appetit Magazine, Martha Stewart Living, and many others. As the owner and founder…

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Yoga for adults!

Thu, May 30, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library

Wipe away the stress of the week and get your body and mind ready for a relaxing weekend. Decompress, unwind, and relax and start your weekend off the right way. Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. except the second Thursday of every month. Please bring a mat.     

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Sleeping Mat Project

Fri, May 31, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Andorra Library

Did you know that recycled plastic bags can be turned into colorful woven mats for homeless individuals in our community? Join us to make a difference.  All ages are welcome to help - from 10:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m.. This program is a partnership with Integrate for Good.

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Slam Your Senses

Fri, May 31, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department at Parkway Central Library

Attention all teens! Join your friends for a special teen reception (this means free food!) followed by a Poetry Slam performance on Friday May 31 from 4:00–5:30 p.m. in the Rare Book Department.   This free program in offered in conjunction with Our 5 Senses,…

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Beginner's Knitting Class

Sat, June 1, 2019 11:30 A.M.
Fumo Family Library

Leap into spring by learning how to knit! Class starts on Saturday, April 27th from 11:30-1 for 6 weeks.  Students need to supply their own needles, 8" to 10" US Size 8 (5mm) straight needles in wood/bamboo, metal, or plastic though wood/bamboo is preferred. Practice yarn will be…

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DIY with Abigail

Sat, June 1, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

We’ll make something new that you can take home with you every time we meet, such as bouncy balls and some fun crafts that the group suggests! For kids in grades K-12.   

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Spanish Conversation Group

Sat, June 1, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Join us for conversation and community. For intermediate Spanish speakers.  Spanish speakers who would like to improve their English are also welcome.  

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Summer Reading Kickoff

Mon, June 3, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Come on out to sign up for the Summer Reading Game! For children and teens ages 6-18.

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Summer of Wonder Kick-off Party | Reptiles around the World!

Mon, June 3, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Sign up for summer reading and enjoy an exciting show about reptiles around the world, presented by Raging Reptiles!  We will also have prize raffles!  For all ages This program is supported by Friends of Lovett Library.

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Beginning Ukulele Lessons

Mon, June 3, 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.

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Grow Microgreens & Sprouts

Mon, June 3, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Nutritious and delicious! By growing your own tiny greens, you can save money and have something super fresh and healthy to snack on or add to your salads, sandwiches, or smoothies. You don't need much more than a windowsill worth of space to do it!

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Teen Tuesday

Tue, June 4, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Each week enjoy a fun make and take project such as jewelry making, zine workshops, incense making, working with clay, etc.

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Teen Tuesdays | Virtual Reality

Tue, June 4, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

For ages 13 plus, this drop-in program is a way for you to spend up to 15 minutes using the Oculus Rift Virtual Reality headset! Lots of fun games! Lots of cool education programs.

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Teen Tuesdays: Guerilla Kindness Action

Tue, June 4, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Teens and tweens are invited to join Ms. Deb in  weekly wonderful activities.  For kids in 6th to 12th grade.  We'll meet from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.  Today, to get the summer started on a kind note, let's add something to the Kindness carboard box in the library. …

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Lankenau Live Healthy Series: Sodium

Tue, June 4, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Overbrook Park Library

Educators from Lankenau Medical Center will lead a workshop on health and wellness.

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Summer of Wonder Kick-off

Tue, June 4, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Logan Library

Sign up for summer reading and get a soft pretzel and a water ice (while supplies last).  Also, enjoy a photo travelogue at 5:30 p.m.. Refreshments will be on the steps of the library (weather permitting)

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Urban Explorers Travelogue

Tue, June 4, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Logan Library

The teens in the neighborhood have been busy exploring and taking pictures of their experiences around Philadelphia this past Winter and Spring.  Join us for a presentation of their work, which documents trips to many of Philadelphia's institutions and events.  For all 

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Young Writers' Group

Wed, June 5, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Write with us.  Fairytale and superhero themes.  Group will be led by local author Hariett Atkerson. Also, July 31

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Read-A-Latte

Wed, June 5, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

We will read 2 books over the course of the summer regarding mental health issues.  Participants will vote on which books to read.  Each week we will discuss chapters we have read. The group will meet at Starbucks for lots of latte.

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