Events: Calendar of Events

James Baldwin Reading Group

Tue, January 28, 2025 4:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

"The People of Philadelphia Read James Baldwin" is a citywide series of book clubs at several locations across Philadelphia. Facilitated by the Saturday Free School as part of their "Year of James Baldwin." Tuesdays at 4:30pm at the Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional…

Discussion and Participation

Photo club: Featuring Jano Cohen

Tue, January 28, 2025 5:30 P.M.
Art Department at Parkway Central Library

All photographers and photography fans are invited to drop in in on Photo Club meetings that typically take place every other month in the Art Department. Our featured local photographer this month will be Jano Cohen who will present her work, particularly her recent book, Grace &…

Speakers and Lectures

Falls Writing Group

Tue, January 28, 2025 5:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

Connect with other writers for motivation, accountability, and inspiration via free writing, prompts and writing games, group sharing, feedback sessions and more. This will be a positive and non-judgmental community open to writers of all genres and skill levels. Meets most…

Tuesday night yoga

Tue, January 28, 2025 6:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Join us for a free weekly yoga class taught by Anne-Marie Mulgrew, All levels welcome! Bring your own mat or use one of ours. Cleaning wipes for mats are also available. No need to register, just show up! This weekly class series will begin on October 1, 2024 and end on June 24, 2025.

Yoga

Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker

Wed, January 29, 2025 10:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library

Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. Our social worker is generally here for approximately 2 hours. If you have questions, you can email…

Adult
Senior

Other Great Programs

Chair Yoga with Yoga4Philly

Wed, January 29, 2025 10:10 A.M.
Bustleton Library

Bustleton Library will be offering a Chair Yoga series on Wednesdays at 10:10. Chair Yoga will be presented by Yoga4Philly. No registration required. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Bustleton Library.

Adult
Senior

Walking Wednesdays

Wed, January 29, 2025 10:15 A.M.
Whitman Library

Put on your walking shoes as you join us every Wednesday for Walking Group. We meet at Whitman Library, walk up to Washington Ave and walk back to Whitman Library. No need to be a speed walker, this group is a walk at your own pace, low-pressure walking program.

Adult
Senior

Other Great Programs

Gadget Help (Upon Request)

Wed, January 29, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Do you have a tablet, smart phone, or laptop that you don't know how to use? Stop by our Computer Lab in the Magazines and Newspapers Department on the 3rd floor beginning at 11 AM. Gadget Help Desk is normally open 11 AM until 1:30PM, except during early closures…

Adult
Senior

English for Beginners

Wed, January 29, 2025 1:00 P.M.
Independence Library

Build your confidence in listening to and speaking English in a welcoming atmosphere with other adult learners. No registration required, all are welcome. Space is limited so please arrive on time to get a spot. Questions? Speak to a librarian, email AdultLearning@freelibrary.org, or call…

Adult
Senior

Beginners Crochet Class

Wed, January 29, 2025 1:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Nicetown Library neighbor and crochet enthusiast Jo-Ann will teach us some basic crochet techniques and help support any ongoing crochet projects. All materials will be provided. We'll meet most Wednesdays. .

Adult
Senior

Arts and Crafts Programs

Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Wed, January 29, 2025 2:00 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, Wednesdays from 2-4:30 pm in the…

Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Wed, January 29, 2025 2:00 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, Wednesdays from 2-4:30 pm in the…

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, January 29, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Haverford Library

Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., for one-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with résumé development, career counseling, and professional development workshops. Call 1-833-750-5627 to learn more! PA CareerLink®…

Adult
Senior

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, January 29, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., for one-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with résumé development, career counseling, and professional development workshops. Call 1-833-750-5627 to learn more! PA CareerLink®…

Adult
Senior

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, January 29, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for one-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with résumé development, career counseling, and professional development workshops. Call 1-833-750-5627 to learn more! PA CareerLink®…

Adult
Senior

Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker

Wed, January 29, 2025 2:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library

Stop by for Open Office Hours 2pm-5pm Wed. with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. If you have questions, you can email socialservices@freelibrary.org. Social Workers are also available…

Adult
Senior

Other Great Programs

Microsoft Word

Thu, January 30, 2025 12:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word. Word is an application you can use to type letters, notes, and all kinds of other documents. . This course requires proficiency in using a mouse and keyboard. Spots are limited and given to the first folks to show up. Please call 215-685-0525 with…

Adult
Senior

FULL Computer Skills for Beginners

Thu, January 30, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

*Class is full and not accepting new students. Please call the number below to 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 Beyond Literacy, please call to…

Adult
Senior

Computer Classes

Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Thu, January 30, 2025 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, January 30, 2025 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…

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