Summer Reading Kickoff with Fabulous Faces

Wed, June 5, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Try on a different look with face painter and artist Jane Lashner at Whitman's Summer Reading Party! Refreshments provided by The Friends of Whitman Library. Find us in the backyard (weather permitting) or inside if it's raining!

Young Adult School Age Preschool Family Programs Summer Reading

Summer Reading Kickoff Party!

Wed, June 5, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Try on a different look with face painter and artist Jane Lashner at our Summer Reading party! Refreshments provided by The Friends of Whitman Library. Find us in the backyard (weather permitting) or inside if it's raining!

Young Adult School Age Preschool Family Programs Children Family Summer Reading Teens

Teen Parent Summer Reading Ice Cream Social

Wed, June 5, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Kick-off the summer with an ice cream social for teen parents and their kids! Connect with other parents and learn about our Summer programs for you and your children! This event is free! Text @READBABYWP to 81010 for text reminders. For questions or more information, contact Natasha:…

Young Adult Toddler Baby Family Programs Family Summer Reading Teens

The Amazing Mr. Q!

Wed, June 5, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Independence Library

Summer Reading Kick-off Party with the Amazing Mr. Q's puppets, magic, mischief and mayhem!

School Age Family Programs Summer Reading

Drag Queen Storytime with Asia Monroe

Wed, June 5, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library

Please join the Wyoming Library as we welcome Drag Queen Asia Monroe to our stage.  Asia will share stories of inclusion and acceptance, sing and dance and help start our Summer of WonderPRIDE off in a joyous manner.  This program is intended for children of all ages and their families…

School Age Preschool Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children Family Summer Reading LGBTQ Free Library of Pride Five Senses

Art Splash!

Wed, June 5, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library

Have fun doing art activities with us.  For afternoon art lovers.  

School Age Preschool Arts and Crafts Programs Art Summer Reading

Children's BINGO

Wed, June 5, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Come play BINGO at the Library afterschool! Prizes too! Program is for school age children, ages 6 and up.  This program is intended for children and their caregivers. Day cares and other groups please call to schedule an appointment.

School Age Other Great Programs Children Games and Gaming

Pride Craft

Wed, June 5, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library

Pride Craft and make your own Diversity Water Ice.  

Young Adult Arts and Crafts Programs Crafts & Hobbies Family Free Library of Pride

Headshots at the BRIC!

Wed, June 5, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library

Get a FREE headshot photo taken at the Business Resource and Innovation Center (BRIC)! Headshots are a new service for entrepreneurs, nonprofit professionals, job seekers, and more! Use your photo to enhance your professional portfolio and make your LinkedIn profile stand out among the…

Adult Business RFC Program Calendar Business & Economics Nonprofit Jobs & Job Seekers Business & Entrepreneurs Patents & Trademarks

Let’s Speak English! | For International Adults

Wed, June 5, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Independence Library

Join us for a weekly conversation hour and build your confidence in speaking English. Topics may include: small talk, holidays, customs, and common slang. You can practice speaking English in a casual and relaxed environment without examinations. You will be able to make friends with other…

Adult New Americans New Americans ESL

Family Matters Podcasting Series: My Lillian Marrero Family Matters

Wed, June 5, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

An intergenerational learning experience for all Lillian Marrero guests. Join us for a series of programs that will explore culture and family dynamics through positive communication and dialogue.  Want to participate in the conversation? Please speak to a staff member or call the library…

Adult Young Adult Senior Discussion and Participation

PAWS for Reading—Read with Sophie!

Wed, June 5, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library

Readers of all ages and stages are invited to read aloud to a well-trained therapy animal in order to improve their reading and communication skills. Since pets don’t correct mistakes, there is no pressure to “perform” and reading becomes a fun, positive, enjoyable experience.…

School Age Family Programs Children Family Literacy PAWS Read to a Dog

Teen Wednesdays: Pizza Party & Game Night

Wed, June 5, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library

Eat pizza while playing games.  Try out a classic, like Jenga, or learn a new game, like Codenames.  Feel free to bring your own favorite game to share.

Young Adult Other Great Programs Games and Gaming Summer Reading

Laptop Lounge

Wed, June 5, 2019 5:30 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 Hot Spots Computers Databases & Electronic Resources Digital Collections

Summer Reading Kickoff with Safari Party

Wed, June 5, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Torresdale Library

Join us for a "Safari Party"! Animal friends who will be joining us include an alligator, hedgehog, Flemish rabbit, chinchilla, and much more! Please arrive early as seating is limited. Children ages 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Sponsored by the Friends of…

Young Adult School Age Preschool Family Programs Other Great Programs Children Summer Reading Animals and Nature Five Senses

Adulting 101: Personal Finances

Wed, June 5, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Students age 15-24 are invited to join us for a series of six free workshops on important life skills needed to succeed in adulthood. All workshops will be held from 6:00-7:30 pm, in the meeting room on the library’s lower level. We regret there is no elevator. Registration is required at…

Young Adult Workshops and Enrichment Education Personal Finance & Investing Teens

Bibliophiles Reading Group

Wed, June 5, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Join us as we discuss Homegoing, by Yaa Gyasi. Tonight's discussion is led by Thomasene Mathis. Branch staff can assist you to obtain copies of the books, from the Free Library system. Are you interested in leading the discussion?  Do you have questions?  Contact Ms. Ahrens, the…

Adult Discussion and Participation Summer Reading Humanities Book Clubs

English Classes

Wed, June 5, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Tacony Library

Learn how to speak English! Rolling admission/Walk-ins welcome! Taught by IndoChinese American Council. For more information, please call 215-457-0272 x. 108.  

Adult Senior New Americans New Americans ESL ESL - English as a Second Language

Read, Baby, Read Walkers and Talkers Pajama Storytime

Wed, June 5, 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…

Toddler Baby Family Programs Storytimes Children Family

Evaluating Starting a Consultancy

Wed, June 5, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library

Today, professionals are looking to start full-time or part-time consultancies in order to control their financial futures and/or add to their existing income. Marc Kramer , who has been a consultant for 30 years, working with startup companies, Fortune 500 companies, and nonprofits around…

Adult Business Speakers and Lectures RFC Program Calendar Business & Entrepreneurs