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Chair Yoga
Fri, February 21, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for a 1-hour gentle yoga practice that uses a chair for seating and balance. Taught by Janet McAllister Faulls, a registered yoga teacher with over 13 years of experience in Philadelphia. All ages and abilities welcome. Please dress comfortably! Class will be held in Room…
Intermediate English
Fri, February 21, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Tuesdays and Fridays 2-3:30 pm (January 28 - April 15, 2025) The course is for students with a basic understanding of English and interested in developing their communication skills. Learn and practice English for daily life in the in-person course taught by the University of…
Mindful Yoga Basics with Kate Howell
Fri, February 21, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Are you new to yoga or looking for a gentle, supportive introduction to this transformative practice? Join us for, "Mindful Yoga Basics" to experience a comprehensive introduction to yoga – postures, breath, and relaxation tools – in a warm and welcoming environment.…
English Conversation Group - Advanced
Fri, February 21, 2025
3:45 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest 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 advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library staff. We will meet for about 45 minutes.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, February 22, 2025
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…
Music Special Collections Showcase
Sat, February 22, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Fleisher Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Join Special Collections staff for a pop-up event highlighting materials from the Music Special Collections including the Edwin A. Fleisher Collection of Orchestral Music , the Drinker Collection of Choral Music, and Sheet Music. You will explore and learn…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, February 22, 2025
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…
Queer Comics Club
Sat, February 22, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join our book club where we explore graphic novels and manga centering queer stories and voices. Open to all ages! Meeting dates: February 22, March 8 & 22, April 5 & 19, and May 3 & 17.
Lay it on the Line: Creating a Graphic Novel with Angela Dominguez, Jamar Nicholas, and Isabel Roxas
Sat, February 22, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection
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Parkway Central Library
In November 1964, Richard Kyle coined the term “graphic novel” in “Richard Kyle's Wonderworld 2,” written for the second issue of the comics fanzine Capa-Alpha . In his essay, Kyle used the term to describe “…the artistically serious ‘comic…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, February 22, 2025
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…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, February 24, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central 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 Nancy. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
English and Digital Literacy
Mon, February 24, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Mondays and Thursdays 12-1:30 pm (February 6 - April 21, 2025) Are you looking to improve your English language and digital literacy skills? Join us at the library for this empowering program taught by two University of Pennsylvania Graduate Students. We will practice English while learning…
Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, February 24, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-868-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Adult Basic Literacy classes at Blackwell West…
LIHEAP / Crisis Application Assistance
Mon, February 24, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Utility Emergency Services Mobile Office (UESF) can help with: LIHEAP / Crisis; CAP (Customer Assistance Program); CRP (Customer Responsibility Program); Senior Food Box. UESF can see people up to 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. To be eligible, individuals and families must be any one…
Fight Poverty with Serve Philadelphia Vista Corps
Mon, February 24, 2025
1:30 P.M.
General Information Department
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Parkway Central Library
Serve Philadelphia Vista Corps will be tabling at the Parkway Central Library lobby. Come get free swag, giveaways and find out how you can volunteer to help fight poverty in Philadelphia. For more information contact Sarah Chalmin at sarah.chalmin@phila.gov
Intermediate ESL
Mon, February 24, 2025
1:30 P.M.
Independence Library
Join us as we read about and talk about a variety of topics, including current events, American cultural issues, English grammar, current American expressions, etc. - all with the goal of improving participants' proficiency in spoken and written English. Each week participants…
Philadelphia Department of Public Health Resource Table
Mon, February 24, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Speak with a representative from Philadelphia’s Department of Public Health! Resources will be available as well as free COVID tests, pads, condoms, and other health-related supplies.
Beginner English
Mon, February 24, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Mondays and Wednesdays 2-3:30 pm (February 3 - April 21, 2025) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by UPenn graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners. Sign up for the interest list at…
Beginner English
Mon, February 24, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Mondays and Wednesdays 2:30-4:00 pm (February 3 - April 21, 2025) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by UPenn graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners. Sign up for the interest list…
Story Quilting with Mama Carla
Mon, February 24, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Combine the tales of the African diaspora with the opportunity to create your very own tied quilt square. Mama Carla Wiley will show you how to tell your stories in words and cloth. For children, teens, and families.