Events: Calendar of Events

Halloween Movie Screening: The Addams Family

Sat, December 28, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Light Refreshments.

Film Screening

Movies and Television

Anime/Manga Discord Meetup for Adults & Older Teens

Sat, December 28, 2024 5:30 P.M.
Kensington Library

Catch up with other dedicated fans as we watch shows from varied genres (generally with subtitles) on the Discord platform. To receive the Discord invite or for more information, email palmers@freelibrary.org or text 215-948-2719.

Young Adult

Other Great Programs

Halloween Movie Screening: Madea Boo

Mon, December 30, 2024 10:00 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Light Refreshments.

Film Screening

Movies and Television

Open Computer Lab and Computer Assistance

Mon, December 30, 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

Mon, December 30, 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

Mon, December 30, 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

Mon, December 30, 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

CPR and Safety Skills

Mon, December 30, 2024 4:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library

Joins us and learn CPR and other life saving safety skills. Classes will include an information session as well as some hands on practice. Please note that this training does not offer certification. Please register for this class by calling 215-678-0072. Classes provided…

Health

Philadelphia Reads James Baldwin

Mon, December 30, 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

Horror Book Club

Mon, December 30, 2024 6:00 P.M.
Richmond Library

Looking for folks who share a passion for quality literature that give you the creeps? Richmond Library is happy to offer our HORROR BOOK CLUB the last Monday of every month. 18+ only!

Other Great Programs

Book Clubs

All Day Halloween Movie Marathon

Tue, December 31, 2024 10:00 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

All movies are PG13. From 10am-4pm. Light Refreshments.

Film Screening

Movies and Television

Rare Books Roadshow

Tue, December 31, 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 31, 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 31, 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 31, 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 31, 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

Wednesday STEAM LEAP Activity

Wed, January 1, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

An activity that changes from week to week to explore language, art, and/or STEM topics in the children's section from 3pm-4:45pm.

LEAP

Science

Rare Books Roadshow

Thu, January 2, 2025 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, January 2, 2025 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, January 2, 2025 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

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