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Movie Matinee
Mon, November 18, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Join us for a screening of a newly released film for school age kids and teens. Please stop by or contact the library for movie titles (215-685-9790).
Hair Flair Experience
Mon, November 18, 2024
3:30 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library
Philadelphia's own Tanisha Singleton Thompson will teach young people how to care for their natural hair. Tanisha is a certified hair stylist who, along with her daughters, will teach you how to use professional styling tools, hair products, and answer any questions about hair…
Teen Video Game Hang-out
Mon, November 18, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Gaming and Snacks every Monday at Charles Santore Library! Come solo or with friends to play our Nintendo Switch on the BIG screen. Option to BYO Switch for local or online play. Come hangout, play games, and make friends. The Teen Video Game Hang-out is open to…
Read With a Dog!
Mon, November 18, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Young readers can come meet Daisy, a certified therapy dog, and share a story with her. Children can practice reading out loud, in a safe, judgment free space. Daisy loves to hear stories! Space may be limited.
Knitting with Miss Merrily
Mon, November 18, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Ms. Merrily shares her knitting skills. All school age children (and parents) are welcome to try their hand at this fun and creative craft. Materials provided.
Crocheting
Mon, November 18, 2024
4:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Learn how to crochet with local artist Katie Brown. We have all supplies, just bring yourself.
Kids’ Bird Bonanza!
Mon, November 18, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Join the Audubon Mid-Atlantic from the Discovery Center at our branch for hand-on activities to learn about bird artifacts, bird adaptations, migration, watersheds and pollution, seeds and seed dispersal, garden work, and bird walks.
The Claymobile Visits the Library
Mon, November 18, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Children 3-12 are invited to make a ceramic work of art under the guidance of a Claymobile teaching artist!
Chess Club for Kids!
Mon, November 18, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us each Monday from 3:30-4:30pm for Chess Club! Kids 12 and under are welcome to play and learn with support from a skilled chess player. All supplies provided. No experience is necessary; all skill levels welcome! This event will be held in the Story Hour Room, within the Central…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, November 18, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional 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 Trainee Faith.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, November 18, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Kensington 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 John. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Be A Doll Fashion Designer
Mon, November 18, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Tacony Library
Be A Doll Fashion Designer! Monday, November 18th at 4:30 PM For youth ages 7+ Dreaming of being a designer? Design a dress for your doll with Ms. Maddie! Fabric, mannequin, and designing supplies will be provided. Only 8 spots available. Sign up in advance by calling 215-685-8755 or talk to Ms.…
Middle School Hangout! Babysitting 101 - Tales from the Crib
Mon, November 18, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
Come for snacks and stay for crafts! Interested in babysitting, but unsure how to get started? Join us for free pizza and a discussion of the basics of babysitting. We'll have something different each month, bring a friend! This program is designed for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.…
Crochet Corner
Mon, November 18, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library
Whether you are a master crocheter, beginner, or just curious, come on in and join us at the Crochet Corner. All levels are welcome, hosted by Mr. Denis. Please bring your own supplies, if you have them. Meets from 5:00 to about 7:00 p.m.
Crochet Corner
Mon, November 18, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library
Whether you are a master crocheter, beginner, or just curious, come on in and join us at the Crochet Corner. All levels are welcome, hosted by Mr. Denis. Please bring your own supplies, if you have them. Meets from 5:00 to about 7:00 p.m.
English Conversation Group
Mon, November 18, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Bustleton Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required, but it is encouraged ( https://www.remind.com/join/8cchfh ).
Queer Film Club: But I'm a Cheerleader
Mon, November 18, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
LGBTQIA+ Movies with ACTUAL happy endings! Join us for a screening of But I’m a Cheerleader , a cult classic comedy. A naive teenager is sent to rehab camp when her straitlaced parents and friends suspect her of being a lesbian. *Gasp* Rated R. Content note: …
Fox Chase Book Club
Mon, November 18, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
Parable of the Sower Parable of the Sower is a 1993 speculative fiction novel by American writer Octavia E. Butler. It is set in a post-apocalyptic Earth heavily affected by climate change and social inequality. The novel follows Lauren Olamina, a young woman who can feel the pain of others and…
The Science of Fibers presented by the Science History Institute
Mon, November 18, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Explore the history of science through hands-on encounters with museum objects: a 1930s wool swimsuit, nylon sample books, and Gore-Tex. Learn about the history of fibers and the myriad ways they shape our lives – often in unexpected and unintended ways.
Roxborough Writing Club
Mon, November 18, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Roxborough Library
Come join us for some free-writing, prompts, and sharing of each other’s work. This is a positive and nonjudgmental community for motivation and inspiration. Open to writers of all genres and skill levels. Meets most Monday evenings, from 5:30 - to about 6:45 p.m.