Open Chess Play

Mon, July 1, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Fox Chase Library

We have the boards and pieces, now we need you to play! Chess boards will be put out on Mondays at 5PM. All ages and levels welcome. Children 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Adult Young Adult School Age Senior Other Great Programs Children Summer Reading Teens Chess Seniors Five Senses

Advanced ESL Class

Mon, July 1, 2019 5:30 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

English Conversation Group

Mon, July 1, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Please join us for a free conversation hour as you build your confidence in speaking English. Topics may involve small talk, holidays and customs, and common slang. Participants will get to practice speaking in a casual environment and meet other international adults. This program will be held…

Adult New Americans New Americans ESL

Monday Evening Movies: "It was 50 years ago today..."

Mon, July 1, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Adults and teens can view a movie about a Summer of '69 event from a different perspective.  Stop in and see what we'll be showing this evening.  Of course we'll have popcorn

Adult Young Adult Senior Film Screening Movies & Television Summer Reading History

Bop and Cha-Cha

Mon, July 1, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Mondays at 6:30! Join us for a fun time! Learn how to Bop and Cha-Cha, or show off your moves. No experience necessary. All ages invited! ***Classes provided by the North 5th Street Revitalization Project***

Adult Young Adult School Age Senior Other Great Programs Children Family Summer Reading Teens dance

English Language Conversation Group

Mon, July 1, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Roxborough Library

Are you looking for a place to practice English?  Join us for a weekly group where all levels are welcome.  Come one time, or all the time.  For adults.

Adult Senior New Americans Discussion and Participation ESL - English as a Second Language English Language Learners

Beginning Ukulele Lessons

Mon, July 1, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

 Have you ever wanted to learn a really easy instrument? Now is your chance. Join Ray Verna for this fun summer class. Need a uke? Let us know.

Adult Young Adult Workshops and Enrichment Other Great Programs Music Summer Reading

What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?

Mon, July 1, 2019 7:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

A special exploration of At these Crossroads will be followed by a discussion of Frederick Douglass' famous speech, "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" Registration is recommended for this event. To register, visit blackresistencelab.eventbrite.com.  

Adult Young Adult Senior Discussion and Participation African American History

Grupo de conversacion espanol con Sra. Iris and Sra Tuesday

Tue, July 2, 2019 11:00 A.M.
McPherson Square Library

Únase a nosotros para hablar sobre su comunidad bibliotecaria. Se servirán aperitivos

Adult Other Great Programs Language Study Summer Reading

Resume Assistance

Tue, July 2, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Frankford Library

Receive help building a resume or improving your current one utilizing our new laptops for extended time.

Adult Senior Career Workshops Computer Classes Computers Jobs & Job Seekers

New and Expectant Parents Group

Tue, July 2, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

New & Expectant Parents & Caregivers Group Led by a new mom in the neighborhood, this group provides snacks, socializing, and support for parents and their young ones. All parents, nannies, and caregivers that have or are expecting infants and young toddlers are welcome!    

Adult Discussion and Participation Health

Computer Basics

Tue, July 2, 2019 2:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

This class will introduce you to basic computer skills like understanding how to utilize your mouse and keyboard, searching the internet, creating documents, and sending e-mail.  

Adult Computer Classes Computers

A Free Tour of Our Five Senses: A Family Friendly, Interactive Exhibition.

Tue, July 2, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department at Parkway Central Library

Sign up for your free curator-led tour of Our Five Senses, the first family friendly, fully-interactive exhibition at the Free Library. Tours begin at 3:00 p.m and are 45 minutes. While the exhibition is geared for all ages, the suggested minimum age for the tour is 10 years old. Tours are…

Adult Young Adult School Age Family Programs Children Education Family Humor Literacy Literature Rare Books, Manuscripts, & Digital Collections Science Special Collections History children's literature Five Senses

Painting with Miss Irene

Tue, July 2, 2019 4:00 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Unlease your inner artist with us.  Drawing and color instruction, as well as supplies, will be provided.  Enjoy yourself and get in the creativity zone. Registration is required as class size is limited.  For Teens and Adults. June 25; July 2, 9 & 16

Adult Young Adult Senior Workshops and Enrichment Art Summer Reading

Read, Baby, Read Parent Circle

Tue, July 2, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Parent Circle is a series of gatherings that provide support and enrichment to any caregiver with a child ages birth to 2 years around language and literacy development. Expectant parents also welcome!  Caregivers may come solo or bring children along. New topics each week! For more…

Adult Toddler Baby Family Programs Family Literacy

Spanish Language Learning Circle

Tue, July 2, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department at Parkway Central Library

Are you interested in learning Spanish or brushing up on your existing Spanish language skills? Have you ever started an online course only to lose motivation a few sessions in and never finish? Do you want to meet new people and explore adult learning opportunities at the library? Here's…

Adult Discussion and Participation Databases & Electronic Resources Education Free Library of Philadelphia Free Library of Philadelphia Programs & Services Language Study Literacy Online Learning

ENAensemble presents the Serial Opera Project

Tue, July 2, 2019 7:00 P.M.
Music Department at Parkway Central Library

ENAensemble’s new Serial Opera project is a multi-month performance of a new chamber opera. Each month, the next scene will be premiered, along with solo and chamber music performances by ENAensemble’s players. The opera, with a premise by the award-winning author and librettist…

Adult Live Performances Music Performing Arts

Intermediate ESL Class

Wed, July 3, 2019 12:00 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

Family Game Day

Wed, July 3, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library

Board games, puzzles, charades, oh my! Join us for fun and games with family and friends.

Adult Young Adult School Age Senior Family Programs Games and Gaming Summer Reading

Community Walk

Wed, July 3, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Join library staff members for a leisurely 30-minute walk around the neighborhood! We’ll choose a different route to explore each week. Please meet at the Reference Desk by 3:00 pm.

Adult Health Programs Health & Fitness