Documentary Film Screening

Thu, June 27, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Overbrook Park Library

Adult Senior Film Screening Summer Reading

We Are La Cocina: Recipes in Pursuit of the American Dream

Thu, June 27, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Culinary Literacy Center at Parkway Central Library

Join us for an evening of food, drink, and conversation in celebration of the new cookbook,  We Are La Cocina: Recipes in Pursuit of the American Dream (2019). Chef Valerie Erwin will moderate a panel discussion with participants of  La Cocina , an incubator for low-income…

Adult Young Adult Senior Discussion and Participation Culinary Literacy Cooking & Nutrition Business & Entrepreneurs

Song-Poems: The Great Cackler

Thu, June 27, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Literature Department at Parkway Central Library

This experimental folk/punk duo formed from the West Philly underground arts scene of which both Mnady Katz (violin) and Justin Duerr (guitar) have been a part of since the 1990s. They build an alternative musical world using an intuitive process and incorporating both of their visions as visual…

Adult Community Events Music

Financial Aid Workshop

Thu, June 27, 2019 6:00 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Learn the latest information on financial aid for postsecondary education. Attendees will receive a handbook and other useful materials.  This workshop is conducted by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA).  

Adult Young Adult Senior Workshops and Enrichment Education Personal Finance & Investing

Yoga for adults!

Thu, June 27, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library

Wipe away the stress of the week and get your body and mind ready for a relaxing weekend. Decompress, unwind, and relax and start your weekend off the right way. Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. except the second Thursday of every month. Please bring a mat.     

Adult Young Adult Health Programs Body, Mind & Spirit Yoga

Hands-On Tour: Founding Fathers

Thu, June 27, 2019 6:30 P.M.
The Rosenbach

From George Washington’s earliest known letter (he was just 17!) to a meticulously folded page containing a scientific observation made by Thomas Jefferson while he was walking outside on a misty day, this tour offers an intimate view of the Founding Fathers’ writings to family,…

Adult Young Adult Workshops and Enrichment Literature American Presidency

Libraries for Illustrators

Fri, June 28, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Art Department at Parkway Central Library

Cost: FREE

Do you make picture books? Are you interested in illustrating books for children? With nearly100,000 picture books in the collection, the Free Library of Philadelphia is an incredible resource for authors and illustrators. But that’s only scratching the surface; from art books to special…

Adult Young Adult Senior Arts and Crafts Programs Author Events Discussion and Participation Workshops and Enrichment Art Makers & Makerspaces Rare Books, Manuscripts, & Digital Collections Special Collections Maps Print and Picture Collection arts & crafts Book Arts children's literature Five Senses

Sleeping Mat Project

Fri, June 28, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Andorra Library

Did you know that recycled plastic bags can be turned into colorful woven mats for homeless individuals in our community? Join us to make a difference.  All ages are welcome to help - from 10:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m.. This program is a partnership with Integrate for Good.

Adult Young Adult School Age Preschool Senior Arts and Crafts Programs Family Programs Other Great Programs Environment & Nature Social Justice arts & crafts

Resume Help

Fri, June 28, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library

This is an opportunity to take your resume to the next level! Bring in a draft of your resume and a career development professional will help you improve it.  No appointment is necessary.  Drop in between 10:00am and 12noon.

Adult Young Adult Career Workshops

Open Computer Lab

Fri, June 28, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Work on a special project and get one-on-one assistance. Lab is open for 2 hours. This class is offered on a first come, first served basis and space is limited. Register in the lab, by signing the clipboard.

Adult Senior Computer Classes Other Great Programs Computers

CityLife Clinic: Adult Nutrition Workshop

Fri, June 28, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West

This workshop, led by a registered dietitian, is being offered by the Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative's Adult and Senior Nutrition Program in conjunction with CityLife Clinics. The Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative (AUNI) is a program of the Netter Center for Community Partnerships at…

Adult Senior Health Programs Culinary Literacy Cooking & Nutrition Education Health

French Conversation Group

Fri, June 28, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Join a small group of non-native French speakers for conversation.  Native speakers are also welcome. Meets most Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to noon.

Adult Senior Other Great Programs Language Study

Office Hours: Registered Patent Agent - FULL

Fri, June 28, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library

Interested in protecting your invention or design with a patent? Would you like to talk to a registered patent agent for free? We are pleased to announce that we are accepting requests for free 1 hour Patent consultations with registered Patent Agent Scott Keeley from the Intellectual…

Adult Business Discussion and Participation Workshops and Enrichment Free Library of Philadelphia Programs & Services Nonprofit Business & Entrepreneurs Patents & Trademarks

Community Catalyst Information Session

Fri, June 28, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Paschalville Library

Do you like meeting new people, finding out who they are and what they like? Then Paschalville Library wants you! For the next year, we will be working with neighbors to identify “assets” – the gifts, talents, relationships, and passions that make this community special.…

Adult Young Adult Senior Community Events Discussion and Participation

Beginner ESL Class

Fri, June 28, 2019 12:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West

PEDAL@GSE ESL Classes are FREE for adults (17 years+); Registration is preferred. REGISTER IN PERSON AT THE LIBRARY. Classes sponsored by the Penn GSE Educational Linguistics Division.

Adult Senior New Americans New Americans ESL

Adult Summer Reading: Murder Mystery

Fri, June 28, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Tacony Library

It’s Murder at the Library!!  Join us as Mr. Malcolm takes us through a morning of murder and mystery.  Enjoy snacks during intermission.  Preregistration is required.  Please call 215-685-8755 to reserve your seat .  Space is limited!

Adult Senior Other Great Programs Summer Reading Five Senses

ESL Class

Fri, June 28, 2019 1:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

A weekly class for English learners at the Beginner and Intermediate levels. Register with the librarian at 215-685-1866.      

Adult New Americans New Americans ESL

Computer Basics

Fri, June 28, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Welcome to Computer Basics! You will learn about the monitor, control buttons, and ports. You will also improve your mouse, keyboard, and typing skills.

Adult Young Adult Senior Computer Classes Technology

Friday Film Matinees: LGBTQ Pride Month

Fri, June 28, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Join us each Friday in June for popcorn and films celebrating LGBTQ Pride. In the Turn (NR) is a documentary about a 10-year-old transgender girl who finds acceptance and empowerment in the company of a queer roller derby collective.  

Adult Film Screening Movies & Television Free Library of Pride

Computer Basics: Facebook

Fri, June 28, 2019 1:30 P.M.
Hot Spot at Mercy Neighborhood Ministries | 1939 West Venango Street | 19140

1:30 to 3:30 PM Explore the features of Facebook, how to connect with others, and ways to protect your privacy Prerequisite : Keyboard & Mouse, Internet, The Cloud, and an active email account Registration not required. Limited to 5 learners.  

Adult Computer Classes Hot Spots Computers