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Friends of Whitman Library Meeting
Mon, January 6, 2020
6:30 P.M.
Whitman Library
Curious about getting involved with your neighborhood library? The Friends of the Whitman Library will be holding their monthly meeting to plan programs, fund raise, and advocate for the library. Meetings are held on the first Monday of every month. New friends are always welcome.
ESL Conversation Group
Mon, January 6, 2020
7:00 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
This group is a great way to practice speaking everyday English. For adults.
Storytime
Tue, January 7, 2020
10:00 A.M.
Whitman Library
Join us for rhymes, songs, movement activities, and stories! This program is intended for babies thru preschoolers and their caregivers; older siblings are always welcome. Daycares and other groups should call the Children's Librarian at 215-685-1754 to schedule their own storytime session.
Introduction to Finding Grants
Tue, January 7, 2020
10:00 A.M.
Regional Foundation Center
at
Parkway Central Library
Discover what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants. During this interactive workshop you will learn: who funds nonprofits, what funders want to know about organizations they are interested in funding, how to identify potential funders and make the first approach. Advance…
Toddler Storytime and Playgroup
Tue, January 7, 2020
10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library
Join us for stories, songs, and activities, with time to socialize and play with the library's toys after storytime! These programs are intended for children three years old and younger, accompanied by a caregiver. Daycares, please call for separate appointments. For more…
Toddler Storytime and Playgroup
Tue, January 7, 2020
10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library
Join us for stories, songs, and activities, with time to socialize and play with the library's toys after storytime! These programs are intended for children three years old and younger, accompanied by a caregiver. Daycares, please call for separate appointments. For more…
Baby Storytime
Tue, January 7, 2020
10:15 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
A lap-sit storytime with stories, songs, and bounces for babies and their caregivers. Daycares and groups please call the children's librarian at 215-685-1866 to make an appointment.
Play Group
Tue, January 7, 2020
10:30 A.M.
Whitman Library
Socialize and play with the library's toys after storytime! This program is intended for children 0-5 years old and their caregivers; older siblings are always welcome. Daycares and other groups should call the Children's Librarian at 215-685-1754 to schedule their own library visit.
PreK Storytime
Tue, January 7, 2020
11:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Dance, listen, and sing along in this story time for independent movers. Stay after story time for a make and take craft. Daycares and groups please call the children's librarian at 215-685-1866 to make an appointment.
Storytime
Tue, January 7, 2020
11:00 A.M.
Welsh Road Library
Join us for songs and stories, followed by playtime. Younger siblings welcome. Tuesdays, November-March @ 11:00 A.M. Groups: please call Heather at 215-685-0498 to schedule a time.
Citizenship Class
Tue, January 7, 2020
12:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Work with a tutor to go over questions on the Citizenship Test and prepare for the interview.
One-on-One Tech Support
Tue, January 7, 2020
2:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Bring your phone, tablet, eReader or laptop to the library with your questions and our tech experts can help! Our computer lab will also be open for you to use and our tech experts can give you one-on-one help as needed.
Free Play with Wii and Switch!
Tue, January 7, 2020
4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Come out to the library after school to play with Nintendo Wii and Switches for free! Kids can play games like Mario Kart, Labo, Dance Dance Revolution and more.
Philly Reading Coaches
Tue, January 7, 2020
4:00 P.M.
Lawncrest Library
Philly Reading Coaches Tuesdays and Thursdays Beginning October 1 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. 1-1 reading sessions with Philly Reading Coaches! Boost your child’s reading skills and receive 25 free books. Reading Coaches is for children in kindergarten to 3rd grade. A…
English for Beginners
Tue, January 7, 2020
4:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Free beginner level English classes for adults, meeting for 13 weeks this winter. All are welcome. Classes are provided in partnership with Seamaac.
Philly Reading Coaches
Tue, January 7, 2020
4:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
PHILLY READING COACHES combines early reading support, access to books, and community volunteers to boost reading skills for children in grades K-3. Each child enrolled receives 25 free books to take home. For info, contact PRC@phila.gov or 215-686-0317.
Kids Can Cook!
Tue, January 7, 2020
4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Kids and Teens are invited to join us select Tuesdays during the school year (approximately every other week) to help prepare and enjoy a health-conscious meal! All classes are supervised by ServSafe certified chef Keisha Prosser, aka the Mobile Cooking Teacher. This program is free and open to…
Paws for Reading
Tue, January 7, 2020
6:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
We are delighted to host Paws for Reading, a program that gives children a chance to read out loud to a well-trained, certified therapy dog in order to improve their reading and communication skills. Since dogs don't correct mistakes - and they love to hear stories - , the…
Learn to Speak English
Tue, January 7, 2020
6:00 P.M.
Lawncrest Library
Free English as a Second Language classes for adults! Learn English for conversation, reading, and writing. Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8PM. The program is sponsored by the IndoChinese American Council. For more information, please call 215-457-0272 x.…
Japanese Conversation Club
Tue, January 7, 2020
6:30 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join us in the Heim Center Rooms 131-132 to enjoy a casual environment where you can talk about all things Japan! All levels of Japanese and English speakers are welcome. Registration not required. For more information contact JAPANPHILLY.ORG or adultlearning@freelibrary.org