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Trauma Processing Workshop for Teens (Ages 13-15)
Tue, July 9, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Empowering youth to develop skills to process community violence through storytelling. Workshops will use trauma-informed practices to support youth in building community connections and reducing the cycle of violence. Presented by First Person Arts. Please register here . Tuesdays, July…
Tuesday Chess Club with Mx. Kate
Tue, July 9, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Kids 12 and under are welcome to play and learn with support from Mx. Kate. All supplies provided. No experience is necessary; all skill levels welcome! Chess Club will be held inside the library in the meeting room.
Chess Club for Kids and Teens
Tue, July 9, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Learn to play chess, or learn to play better chess! This program is intended for school age children and teens, grades 2-12.
Chess Club for Adults
Tue, July 9, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Chess Club for Adults Join us on Tuesdays in the Humanities Department on the 2nd floor for an evening of chess from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with exceptions to holidays and early closures. Use one of our sets or bring your own. Participants should have basic knowledge of…
Penn Med's Health Talk Tuesdays | Accessing Health Benefits
Tue, July 9, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Do you find accessing health care benefits and community resources complicated? Are you in need of help with day-to-day problems? Join us to hear from Patti Meehan, Director of the Social Work Department at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Patti will share knowledge from her 40…
All About Blueberry the Betta
Tue, July 9, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
From the science of fish bodies to habitat and more, come learn all everybody's favorite library staff member, Blueberry! Tuesdays July 9, 16, and 30 at 4:00pm in the Story Hour Room This program is intended for children ages 2-12 and their caregivers
Learn the Lion Dance
Tue, July 9, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Children will be instructed in the instruments and movements of the Lion Dance. The Lion Dance is a form of traditional dance in which performers mimic a lion's movements in a lion costume, to bring good luck and fortune. The Lion Dance is usually performed during the Lunar New…
Scarlette's Web Crochet Club
Tue, July 9, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Join us as we crochet, share tips, and spend time with fellow artists. Beginners welcome!
Free Library Chess Club
Tue, July 9, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
Are you looking for a place to play chess, or are you interested in learning how to play? Join us on Tuesdays from 5:00-7:30 pm in the Heim Center on the First Floor. We have 20 chess sets and a limited amount of clocks available for use, or feel free to bring your own. RSVP at Facebook…
Trauma Processing Workshop for Teens (Ages 16-18)
Tue, July 9, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Empowering youth to develop skills to process community violence through storytelling. Workshops will use trauma-informed practices to support youth in building community connections and reducing the cycle of violence. Presented by First Person Arts. Please register here . Tuesdays, July…
Holmesburg Library Book Club
Tue, July 9, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Holmesburg Library
Holmesburg Library Book Club The Holmesburg Library's Book Club usually meets every two weeks on Tuesday night at 5:30PM. Join us for a lively discussion on some great books. For more information on how you can join and what book we are reading, please email Adult/Teen Librarian…
Author Talk: Caroline Wiseblood-Meline, PhD
Tue, July 9, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Cost: FREE
This unique book helps readers address four major obstacles to conquering chronic and compulsive overeating: not understanding the constraints on their will, not living in their creative true self, unconsciously working against their own aims, and not dieting realistically. The book offers an…
Voyaging Vikings
Tue, July 9, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Set sail with the Vikings! These Scandinavian explorers chartered a course over much of the Northern Hemisphere. Learn about their travels through Viking boat navigation activities, and try your hand at being a Viking. This special program will be led by the American Swedish Historical…
English Conversation Group
Tue, July 9, 2024
5:45 P.M.
Fishtown Community 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 Gleb. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Night Raven Gaming Society
Tue, July 9, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
New to 40k... come and learn to play... experienced players we have organized play.... Assemble forces for historical battles in WWII, Vietnam, Middle East and even Modern conflicts. The Masquerade continues to with Vampire the Eternal Struggle here... Chose a clan and direct your minions to…
Community Meeting about Lovett's Humidity Issues
Tue, July 9, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Please join us for updates on Lovett's humidity issues and emergency closures along with information on the proposal for remediation. Representatives from the Free Library of Philadelphia Property Management Division and Executive Staff Members will be on hand to address community…
Computer Basics Class for Adults
Wed, July 10, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
Learn how to successfully navigate computers. This class uses everyday examples to make learning fun and easy. No reservation needed, first come, first serve. Follow signs on the ground floor to the Tech Lab in Room 15.
Infant and Toddler Storytime and Playgroup
Wed, July 10, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library
Join Mr. John for stories, songs, and play! All programs are subject to change.
Toddler and Preschooler Storytime
Wed, July 10, 2024
10:15 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
We’re going to read books, sing songs and move our bodies at the library with Ms. Lindsay. This storytime is intended for children 18 months to 5 years old. Siblings welcome. Groups please call to make an appointment.
Stories and Songs for Babies and Toddlers
Wed, July 10, 2024
10:15 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Join Ms. Grace for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces perfect for infants and toddlers along with their caregivers! Free play with baby-friendly toys will wrap up the program. Siblings welcome. Read, Baby, Read is a series of programs focused on language and literacy development for…