Events: Calendar of Events

Philadelphia Reads James Baldwin

Mon, December 23, 2024 6:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department at Parkway Central Library

As part of the Year of James Baldwin, the Free Library is hosting one of many Philadelphia Reads James Baldwin reading groups throughout the city in collaboration with the Saturday Free School for Philosophy and Black Liberation . Celebrate the life, work, and legacy of James Baldwin as we…

Discussion and Participation

Rare Books Roadshow

Tue, December 24, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Tue, December 24, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Tue, December 24, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Free Library Chess Club

Tue, December 24, 2024 4:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement at 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 4:00-7:00 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…

Community Events

Night Raven Gaming Society

Tue, December 24, 2024 6:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement at 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…

Other Great Programs

Rare Books Roadshow

Thu, December 26, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Thu, December 26, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Thu, December 26, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Kwanzaa Celebration for All Ages!

Thu, December 26, 2024 12:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

2-DAY CELEBRATION! From 12:00-3:00 p.m. in the Auditorium (Ground Floor). Join the Kwanzaa Cooperative in this FREE Annual KWANZAA Celebration for all ages. Multicultural groups from around greater Philadelphia will perform dance, music, and share the history of the…

Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Thu, December 26, 2024 5:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness at Parkway Central Library

Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in the Heim…

Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Thu, December 26, 2024 5:00 P.M.
Art Department at Parkway Central Library

Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in the Heim…

Open Computer Lab and Computer Assistance

Fri, December 27, 2024 11:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Do you need extra assistance on the computer or a longer timeframe to apply for jobs, take a test, or fill out applications? Walk in to receive computer help or call 215-685-1866 to register for a longer computer reservation (up to 1.5 hours) during our open computer lab hours!

Computer Classes

Rare Books Roadshow

Fri, December 27, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Fri, December 27, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Fri, December 27, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Kwanzaa Celebration for All Ages!

Fri, December 27, 2024 12:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

2-DAY CELEBRATION! From 12:00-3:00 p.m. in the Auditorium (Ground Floor). Join the Kwanzaa Cooperative in this FREE Annual KWANZAA Celebration for all ages. Multicultural groups from around greater Philadelphia will perform dance, music, and share the history of the Kwanzaa holiday.…

Chess Club

Fri, December 27, 2024 3:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Lillian Marrero Library's Chess Club is open to players of all skill levels! From beginners to experienced players, any student that wants to deepen their understanding of chess tactics and strategies is welcome.

Video Game Hang

Fri, December 27, 2024 3:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Come play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros and more! For teens and school-aged children.

Other Great Programs

Crochet Club

Sat, December 28, 2024 1:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library

Join Wynnefield Library and Sisters Interacting Through Stitches to create craft projects by sharing skills at all levels in quilting, knitting, crocheting, sewing, and felting. Throughout the year we will engage in special projects for Autism Awareness, Women’s History, Heart…

Other Great Programs

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