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LET'S DANCE SERIES *biweekly
Sat, March 29, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Senior Services
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Parkway Central Library
We invite you to participate in introductory dance classes hosted by SHIRLADELPHIA in the Central Senior Services area. These sessions will cover fundamental footwork and holds for partner dances, incorporating contemporary music and style.
SJU Writing Center
Sat, March 29, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
In partnership with Saint Joseph's University Writing Center , the Wynnefield Library will offer free writing assistance to writers. Need help with an essay for school, cover letter, or resume? Come and see how the Writing Center can help! No appointment necessary.
Adult Writing Club
Sat, March 29, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for a weekly drop in writing club for adults. For writers, authors and poets and any background or genre. Come bring your work and write along side other writers or chat about your inspiration and struggles. LGBTQ+, BIPOC and Neurodivergent friendly!
Motive: The Essence of Mystery (Authors Panel and Discussion)
Sat, March 29, 2025
12:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: FREE
Join us in Room 108 on the First Floor of the Library! Motive: The Essence of Mystery Without a motive, there would be no story because there would be no crime. What is your process to ensure that the reader recognizes and relates to the criminal’s and the sleuth’s…
Wagashi Workshop
Sat, March 29, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Culinary Literacy Center
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Parkway Central Library
This hands-on program is open to adults and teens ages 15 and up. Registraion Required! Tickets are pay as you wish on a sliding scale and available here: https://Wagashi2025.eventbrite.com The Cherry Blossom Festival is a beloved annual Philadelphia tradition, when we welcome…
State Organs Film Screening and Panel Discussion
Sat, March 29, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Please join us for a screening and discussion of State Organs , a 2025 Oscar Contender for Best Documentary Feature and an eye-opening expose revealing a state sanctioned, billion-dollar transplant industry fueled by forced organ harvesting in China. Produced by Peabody Award-winner Raymond…
Molly Russakoff | Red Tape
Sat, March 29, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Philbrick Hall
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Parkway Central Library
Cost: FREE
Heim Center Room 131/132 Molly Russakoff will read from her self-published novel, Red Tape. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. Red Tape is the story of Helen Goldberg, a woman who is overwhelmed by the barrelling changes, greed and consumerism that has taken over…
Entrepreneur Book Club
Sat, March 29, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
Most CEOs read 4 - 5 books a month - join their ranks! The Entrepreneur Book Club will read books that focus on starting, running, and enhancing business success, as well as titles that speak to the entrepreneurial mindset. We will meet in the BRIC on the fourth Saturday of the month. Join us in…
Horror in Black: Get Out Film Screening
Sat, March 29, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Horror in Black is a film screening series about Black horror films hosted by Lex Wilson, followed by a group discussion of the film. Get Out (2017) is an Oscar winning film by acclaimed director Jordan Peele, about a Black man who visits his white girlfriend’s family only to uncover…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, March 29, 2025
2:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia 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 Christine. Questions? Email AdultLearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Wagashi Workshop
Sat, March 29, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Culinary Literacy Center
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Parkway Central Library
This hands-on program is open to adults and teens ages 15 and up. Registraion Required! Tickets are pay as you wish on a sliding scale and available here: https://Wagashi2025.eventbrite.com The Cherry Blossom Festival is a beloved annual Philadelphia tradition, when we welcome…
Patterns of Knowledge Exhibit
Now through Sat, March 29, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
"Patterns of Knowledge," now on view in the main lobby of Parkway Central Library, features the work of Philadelphia high school students apprenticing at The Fabric Workshop and Museum (FWM). Each piece, screen-printed on cotton satteen, explores themes of identity, culture, and…
Business Resource and Innovation Center is now on Instagram
Sat, March 29, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
The Business Resource and Innovation Center of Free Library of Philadelphia is on Instagram @ BRIC_FLP. Look out for posts and reels on our upcoming events and resources.
Caring for Our Hands
Sat, March 29, 2025
10:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
We put our hands through a lot. This class is designed to give them a little extra care and attention. You will be guided by a licensed physical therapist through techniques and exercises that will help to stretch and strengthen your hands. These exercises will include self-massage, gentle…
Rare Books Roadshow
Mon, March 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection
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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…
Rare Books Roadshow
Mon, March 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection
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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…
Rare Books Roadshow
Mon, March 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department
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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…
*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Mon, March 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
** Class is full and not accepting new students. Please call the number below to be placed on the waitlist or find an alternate class location. ** Need computer help? Take a free digital skills workshop at the Library! Learn how to use a computer, get online, and more. Training provided by…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, March 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central 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 Nancy. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
Free Beginner English Classes with IAC
Mon, March 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Tacony Library
Free English Classes By Indochinese American Council Free English classes for adults are happening now! Join our classes to study and improve you English. We will work on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Beginner level: Mondays and Wednesdays, 11-1 Intermediate level:…