Wed, July 17, 2019 6:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Join a circle of knitters and crocheters for an informal evening of needlecrafts.  Any skill level welcome, though formal instruction will not be guaranteed. All are welcome!

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Come experience Virtual Reality using the Oculus Rift and Go! Travel the world, scuba dive on alien planets or face your fears with over 30 exciting virtual games, movies and experiences!

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Bring the family! Light snacks will be served. Play nostalgic board games like Checkers or Sorry and explore contemporary games like Dominion, Exploding Kittens, or Catan.  In partnership with Haven Philly www.havenphilly.com

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Richmond Library

Dance, wiggle, and sing along in our fun storytime for young independent movers.  For babies and toddlers with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.  Text @Portrichmo to 81010 for text reminders!  Read, Baby, Read is a series of fun programs for babies, toddlers and their…

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Art Department at Parkway Central Library

Oakland painter Muzae Sesay and local artist Glossblack will kick off Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Artists in Conversation series. This collaborative program with the Free Library and Mural Arts Philadelphia will provide insight into each artist’s work and practices. In this series…

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Whille hippies were enjoying "three days of peace and love" in Bethel, NY, another huge music festival was staged over eight weeks in Harlem.  The Harlem Cultural Festival, aka Black Woodstock was a historic but nealy forgotten event.  Come learn more about it. …

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Contested Image revisits the debates that surrounded iconic works of visual culture in Philadelphia--Thomas Eakins’ 1875 painting, The Gross Clinic, the Rocky Statue, and the Barnes Foundation--and how each item changed through the ways that viewers used these objects to define their…

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Senior Services at Parkway Central Library

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

A poetry reading and book launch. Join us for the launch of the 2019 issue of Philadelphia Poets, Volume 25. The new issue is dedicated to Carmella Vernick, and its 167 pages include 35 pages of poetry of Italian/American women. Admission is Free – light refreshments.

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Holmesburg Library

Come join us for our brand new POETRY CLUB! Share your favorite poem, or share one that you created.This program is for adults.

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Independence Library

The Mid East Ensemble engages families with ethnic sounds and beats, and a variety of rhythms, melodies & songs, as they perform Classical and Traditional Middle Eastern music with some of the world's oldest musical traditions and authentic instruments! The Oud instrument originated from…

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Join us for a free weekly conversation hour.  Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other international adults, in a casual learning environment.

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

This group is a great way to practice speaking everyday English.  ALL are welcome.

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:39 P.M.
The Rosenbach

Mathematician and cleric Charles Lutwidge Dodgson published children’s books under the pen name Lewis Carroll. This tour will explore both the man and the author, drawing on letters from Dodgson to his publishers, original drawings by John Tenniel (the illustrator of the Alice books)…

Wed, July 17, 2019 7:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

 Join us for bedtime stories. Children ages 3 to 5 and their adult caregiver. Come in your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal or doll!    

Thu, July 18, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Whitman Library

This five-week series of English classes from the Center for Literacy is for adults with children. Snacks and activities will be available for children who are attending. Adults who are interested should plan to attend the intake/testing session on Wednesday, June 26 at 12 pm at Whitman Library.…

Thu, July 18, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library

Do you need a little assistance with your laptop, tablet or phone?  We have a college student here to help.  Drop in and ask Elijah! 

Thu, July 18, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Work on a special project and get one-on-one assistance. Lab is open for 2 hours. This class is offered on a first come, first served basis and space is limited. Register in the lab, by signing the clipboard.

Thu, July 18, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library

Children aged eight and younger, accompanied by a caregiver, are invited to join us as we build with wooden blocks, magnetic tiles, Lincoln Logs, Mega Bloks, and more, with people, animals, and vehicles to inhabit their creations! In addition to being a lot of fun, construction play supports the…

Thu, July 18, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Whitman Library

This workshop, led by a Careerlink specialist, will help you craft a better resume for your job search. The workshop will run from 10:00 to 11:00 and will be followed by drop-in style, one on one help with applications and job resources.