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After-School Meals
Fri, November 15, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Stop by after school and eat a light supper! This program is for students enrolled in pre-K through 12th grade and meals will be available Monday - Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Meals must be eaten at the library. This After School Meal Program is a federally-funded Child Nutrition Program…
Raptor Jawns - Meet the Raptors!
Fri, November 15, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us to learn about birds of prey & their homes; as well as meet a red-tailed hawk, a peregrine falcon, & an eastern screech owl! Find more information on Raptor Jawns at https://www.raptorjawns.com/ (please note handling of the birds will only be done by the professional). All…
BIG DUST: Photographs by Mark Cohen
Now through Fri, November 15, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Ten recent photographs by Philadelphia-based artist Mark Cohen are on display alongside library materials in the Art Department hallway gallery through November 14th, 2024. BIG DUST is like a warning , a broken window on the city surface. The planet is warming, and the politics are…
Judge David Tatel | Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice
Fri, November 15, 2024
7:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: Pay What You Wish
The Author Events Series presents Judge David Tatel | Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice REGISTER In Conversation with Mattathias Schwartz David Tatel has served nearly 30 years on America’s second highest court, the United States Court of Appeals for the D.C.…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, November 16, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero 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 Daniel. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Fall Book Sale Donation Drop-off
Sat, November 16, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
We are accepting donations of adult and children's books, CDs, DVDs, and jigsaw puzzles (no magazines, encyclopedias, videos or audio cassettes). You can bring your bagged or boxed donations during these hours only: November 13, 14 & 15 - from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. November 16 -…
Infant CPR/First Aid Workshop
Sat, November 16, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
In this interactive workshop for new/expecting parents, public health professional Kaila King-Collins will share basic infant and pediatric CPR skills. Participants will learn how to assess whether a child needs CPR, appropriate CPR techniques, how to use an AED machine, how to prevent and…
Music and Movement Storytime
Sat, November 16, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and movement that celebrates all things music! For ages 7 and under and their caregivers.
Palestine Storytime & Crafts!
Sat, November 16, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Join us for a storytime presented by Families for Ceasefire Philly! We will read and learn about Palestine, followed by activities inspired by the stories we've read. All-ages; families welcome!
Music with Ry
Sat, November 16, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
Ry will be at the library to present a music program designed to get even the smallest kiddo clapping along! Kiddos and their caregivers are invited to join in.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, November 16, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Independence 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 Gail. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Classic Mystery Book Club: The Hound of the Baskervilles
Sat, November 16, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Join us for a series of book discussions on classic and historical mystery novels! This month we will be reading and discussing The Hound of the Baskervilles , by Arthur Conan Doyle. Sherlock Holmes is called to protect the heir of the Baskerville estate, after his father is killed by what…
Musiquita
Sat, November 16, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Musiquita is a bilingual (English/Spanish) interactive family music experience, appropriate for children of all ages and backgrounds, as well as kids at heart. The wife/husband duo features Blanca Cecilia González (violin/voice/uke/percussion) and Jesse Elder…
Movement Adventures with Thembi Palmer
Sat, November 16, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
A series for kids encouraging creativity, mindfulness, and a deeper understanding of the world. 11/16 Yoga & Mindfulness: Cultivating inner Peace 12/7 Arts & Crafts: Moving with Creativity 12/21 Geography: Movement Around the World Space is limited, please register in advance.
Kids Art Workshop
Sat, November 16, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Aurora-Christine School of the Arts is partnering with Wynnefield library to offer a variety of artistic activities from painting and drawing to sculpting and mixed media. Registration is required. Please visit the link: …
Saturdays on Stage: Los Bomberos de la Calle
Sat, November 16, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Get ready to dance and move with Philadelphia-based Los Bomberos de la Calle ! This musical group brings a piece of Puerto Rican culture and life everywhere they perform with vibrant, soulful music. This performance will feature bomba, plena, & musica Navidena! Doors open at 1:30p.m. All…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, November 16, 2024
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…
Saving/Budgeting Workshop
Sat, November 16, 2024
3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Saving and Budgeting are essential parts of financial planning focused on managing income and expenses to meet financial goals. Budgeting involves tracking spending to ensure it aligns with priorities and goals, while saving sets aside funds for future needs, emergencies, and major purchases.…
PhilHarmonia Presents: A Read on Philly
Sat, November 16, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Music Department
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Parkway Central Library
When you think of Philadelphia – do you think of cheesesteaks and pretzels, the Eagles, Phillies, and Flyers? Do you picture the Rocky Statue and Love Park? How about all of this inside our beloved Free Library? The friendly neighborhood chamber choir, PhilHarmonia , is…
COURTNEY BELL--MEDICARE--EVERY MONDAY
Mon, November 18, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Senior Services
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Parkway Central Library
Courtney Bell is a Medicare benefits advisor. She will be on-hand Mondays from 10 am- 12 pm to answer your Pennsylvania Medicare questions. Attend one of her free workshops and find the best plan for you! This is a free workshop. No reservations are required. Please meet at the Senior…