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In the Path of Islam Lecture Series: The Concept of Justice in Islam
Fri, May 20, 2022
3:00 P.M.
Virtual
Aziz Nathoo discusses the complex topic of Justice in Islam. This includes justice to oneself (nafs), family (‘Aila), community (Ummah), humanity (kulfis insaan), earth & animals (duniya) and, most importantly, Allah. Aziz Nathoo is a Muslim Interfaith and Peace teacher and preacher…
Up Above: Thinking About the Skies
Now through Fri, May 20, 2022
5:00 P.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection
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Parkway Central Library
The dream of flying through the skies with a bird’s perspective has captivated people for centuries. Mythological tales and folklore encouraged humankind to consider the science of flight. Hot air balloons create a unique spectacle and sport. Crisscrossing the skies, airplanes allow for…
Exhibition: Up Above: Thinking About the Skies
Now through Fri, May 20, 2022
5:00 P.M.
Print and Picture Collection
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Parkway Central Library
The dream of flying through the skies with a bird’s perspective has captivated people for centuries. Mythological tales and folklore encouraged humankind to consider the science of flight. Hot air balloons create a unique spectacle and sport. Crisscrossing the skies, airplanes allow for…
Up Above: Thinking About the Skies
Now through Fri, May 20, 2022
5:00 P.M.
Map Collection
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Parkway Central Library
The dream of flying through the skies with a bird’s perspective has captivated people for centuries. Mythological tales and folklore encouraged humankind to consider the science of flight. Hot air balloons create a unique spectacle and sport. Crisscrossing the skies, airplanes allow for…
Rediscovered Public Art: Alexander Calder, Sheila Hicks, Gerhard Marcks
Now through Fri, May 20, 2022
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
This display looks at two works of art that have been recently returned to public display in Philadelphia and the three artists behind them. Two of the eight textile banners designed by Alexander Calder and made by Sheila Hicks through Philadelphia’s Percent for Art program in 1976 are on…
Join Us For a Live Quran Recitation Contest!
Sat, May 21, 2022
8:30 A.M.
Virtual
Join us on May 21 for the Islamic Heritage Foundation's 29th Annual Quran Contest. Quran reciters ages 7 to 25 compete for cash prizes. The competition begins at 8:30 a.m. Contestants register one hour prior to the start of the event. To attend this…
Friends of Whitman Library Spring Cleanup
Sat, May 21, 2022
10:00 A.M.
Whitman Library
Volunteer to help clean up and beautify Whitman’s yard! All gardening/cleanup supplies and bottled water will be provided by the Friends. The library is closed Saturdays so you’ll find us outside in front of the library from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.. Rain date is Sunday, May 22.
Norris Square Gardens Tour and Discussion
Sat, May 21, 2022
11:00 A.M.
Parcelas Garden, 2248 Palethorp Street, Philadelphia, PA
Created between 1980 and 2006 by a collective of women called Grupo Motivos, the Norris Square Neighborhood Project's Gardens are dedicated to Puerto Rican cultural heritage. Located in the Kensington neighborhood depicted in the One Book, One Philadelphia 2022…
Foundations of Khmer Cuisine with Seri Chao
Sat, May 21, 2022
11:00 A.M.
Culinary Literacy Center
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Parkway Central Library
If you ever visit a Cambodian home, you’ll most likely hear the following question: Nyum Bai noh? It means “Have you eaten yet?” It’s a gesture to guests wishing them to be full and happy when they leave. Seri Chao of Seri Cooks will share that same feeling of…
Book arts workshop (virtual): Eco Printing for Bookmakers
Sun, May 22, 2022
10:00 A.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
In this free virtual workshop, participants will learn eco printing techniques from Philadelphia artist Cassandra Gunkel. Use found objects and a few basic kitchen supplies to create striking unique prints on paper and fabric. Add colorful texture and design to your prints or journals. In…
Virtual Sundays on Stage: Dancing Wheels Company
Sun, May 22, 2022
2:00 P.M.
Virtual
If dance is an expression of the human spirit, then it is best expressed by people of all abilities. That is the fundamental belief behind the Dancing Wheels Company & School, considered one of the premier arts and disabilities organizations in the U.S., Dancing Wheels is a professional,…
Souls Shot Exhibition
Mon, May 23, 2022
11:00 A.M.
Logan Library
Please make it a point to come in and view the powerful portraits of the Souls Shot exhibition. Fine artists were teamed up with families of individuals who died due to gun violence. The exhibition will be available to be viewed from May 3 until May 31, anytime the library is open.
Art and Illustration Class
Mon, May 23, 2022
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
The Kingsessing Library will host a free Art and Illustration class led by artist, Martha O’Connell. Participants will play with art materials and learn techniques in drawing, collage, and printmaking in a relaxed and generative space. Please RSVP to RemsenB@freelibrary.org.
Our Names and Their Meanings: Collage Workshop
Mon, May 23, 2022
3:30 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join the Parkway Central Library's Children's Department for this workshop for children and caregivers. We'll read the One Book, One Philadelphia 2022 children's book, Alma and How She Got Her Name, and celebrate the stories and meanings of our own names with a collage…
VIRTUAL | Teen Reading Lounge | Field Teen Center
Mon, May 23, 2022
4:00 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Teen Reading Lounge is an award-winning, nontraditional book club for teens ages 12-18. Teens help to create the reading list for the program and, working with trained facilitators, to design creative and civic engagement projects that bring big ideas to life. The current session takes…
Virtual Spanish Conversation Group/Grupo de conversación en español de forma virtual
Mon, May 23, 2022
4:00 P.M.
Kensington Library
Has your Spanish gotten rusty? Do you have nagging questions about grammar and vocabulary? Or do you simply miss using your Spanish? Gather virtually with others to practice conversing in Spanish (lower to intermediate level), pick up new vocabulary, and connect with other Spanish…
Story to Screen: Free Filmmaking Program for Teens
Mon, May 23, 2022
4:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Lil’ Filmmakers presents a free, five week program for aspiring teen filmmakers! Make a short film, meet new people, and learn everything from scriptwriting, cinematography, acting to directing. Snacks provided. Mondays, April 25th-May 23rd from 4-5:30
Art on the Road
Mon, May 23, 2022
4:30 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Join us for a fun and exciting art program! Professional Artists Mr. Abdul Karim and Mr. Ali Salman engage budding artists as they work together to create a one of a kind collaborative, community-created art piece. The art piece is inspired by a…
Virtual FREE Unlocking Your Inner Composer
Mon, May 23, 2022
6:00 P.M.
Virtual
The PRISM Quartet , a world-renowned all-sax ensemble are, presenting a series of free workshops with the Music Department at the Free Library of Philadelphia. Virtual event. Register here:…
W. E. B. Du Bois Reading Group
Mon, May 23, 2022
6:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West
Starting May 9th, 2022 until June 20th 2022 Mondays at 6:00pm until 7:30pm Meeting VIRTUALLY over Zoom, hosted by the Walnut Street West Branch Our W. E. B. Du Bois Reading Group is continuing on to the next book in Du Bois’s Black Flame Trilogy. The Black Flame Trilogy is a trilogy…