Our 5 Senses Community Day

Sun, September 8, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department at Parkway Central Library

On Sunday, September 8, join us with your family in the Rare Book Department for a special Storytime in celebration of the Our 5 Senses exhibition. Taste candy made by a Historic Drop Roller Candy Machine demonstration with Shane’s Confectionary. Listen to a live performance by Sundays on…

Adult Young Adult School Age Preschool Senior Family Programs Speakers and Lectures Other Great Programs Children Rare Books, Manuscripts, & Digital Collections Special Collections

Orientation - Pathway Forward: G.E.D Preparation Class

Sun, September 8, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department at Parkway Central Library

Join Pathway Forward and the Free Library of Philadelphia's Languages and Learning Center for FREE G.E.D. and Adult Basic Education classes on Saturdays and Sundays. Orientation Saturday, September 7, 2019 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Sunday, September 8, 2019 1:00 p.m. – 3:00…

Adult Young Adult Senior Discussion and Participation Education Free Library of Philadelphia Free Library of Philadelphia Programs & Services Jobs & Job Seekers Literacy Mathematics Science Test Preparation GED

Sundays on Stage: Zydeco-a-go-go

Sun, September 8, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Stomp your feet and dance in the aisle to this popular local band's spicy gumbo of irresistible rhythms. Enjoy special activities before and after as part of the Our 5 Senses Community Day. Seating is on a first-come, first-seated basis.Late seating is at the discretion of the library.…

Adult Young Adult School Age Preschool Toddler Senior Live Performances Sundays on Stage Children Music Performing Arts Five Senses

Bellydance Class

Sun, September 8, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Ever wanted to learn bellydance? Now is your chance! The Blackwell Library will offer a 4-week series focused on absolute beginners of all physical levels. The first three weeks will introduce basic bellydance movements. The final week will teach an easy choreography for all to enjoy! And…

Adult Young Adult Senior Other Great Programs dance

Chess Club

Mon, September 9, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Do you like to play chess?  Do you want to learn how to play, or how to play better? Join us for a friendly game.  All level players are welcome and some instruction is available.  For ages 8 and up.  We'll be playing from 3:00 until 5:00 p.m.

Adult Young Adult School Age Senior Other Great Programs Summer Reading Chess

Pop-Up Cooking Classes with the Mobile Cooking Teachers

Mon, September 9, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library

Stop by once a month for Ree & Kei’s Pop-up Mobile Cooking classes. Bringing the fun back into the kitchen! Lessons include: knife skills, team building, cooking and baking principles, food safety, healthy choices, and how to cook with less sugar and salt.  You will enjoy a…

Adult Young Adult Health Programs Culinary Literacy Cooking & Nutrition Health

Monday Poets | Airea D. Matthews and Brian Teare

Mon, September 9, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Literature Department at Parkway Central Library

Airea D. Matthews is the author of  Simulacra  (Yale University Press, 2017), selected by Carl Phillips as the winner of the 2016 Yale Series of Younger Poets. Matthews received an MFA from the Helen Zell Writers’ Program at the University of Michigan. A Cave Canem…

Adult Young Adult School Age Senior Live Performances Monday Poets Reading Series African American Author Events Literature

Tabletop Tuesdays

Tue, September 10, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

We'll play classic board games like Checkers or Candy Land, and also explore contemporary games like Codenames or Magic: The Gathering.  Bring a friend. For teens and adults.

Adult Young Adult Senior Other Great Programs Games and Gaming

Teen Advisory Board

Tue, September 10, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Young friends from 12-19 years old are invited to join our Teen Advisory Board. These monthly meet ups are a great way to make a difference in your community, plan events, recommend books, and earn community service credit. Snacks provided, new members welcome.

Young Adult Other Great Programs Teens

14 Week Beginner Spanish Learning Circle

Tue, September 10, 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 Young Adult Senior Discussion and Participation Other Great Programs Databases & Electronic Resources Education Free Library of Philadelphia Free Library of Philadelphia Programs & Services Language Study Literacy English Language Learners

9 Week Intermediate Spanish Learning Circle

Tue, September 10, 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 Young Adult Senior Discussion and Participation Databases & Electronic Resources Language Study Literacy Online Learning English Language Learners

Storytelling for Adults

Tue, September 10, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

This monthly meet-up for adults and teens will be an opportunity to listen to stories and tell your own, real or made-up.  Featured storytellers will go first and then everyone is invited to sign up to take the stage for up to 10 minutes.  To RSVP or for more information, contact…

Adult Young Adult Discussion and Participation

Mobile Story Booth

Wed, September 11, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Do you have stories to share? The Free Library Story Booth is coming to Fumo Library! Step inside the booth for a casual interview, and have your voice recorded to be part of the neighborhood libraries oral history archive. The audio of your story will be posted online at StoryCorps and the…

Adult Young Adult Senior Community Events Biography & Autobiography

Teen Open House

Wed, September 11, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Attention teens in grades 7-12! Please join us for pizza and planning for another year of awesome after-school activies, including Teen Reading Lounge.  Tell us what you want to explore and experience at the library this school year!

Young Adult Discussion and Participation Other Great Programs Teens Teen Reading Lounge

Indego Urban Riding Basics

Wed, September 11, 2019 6:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Are you interested in urban bicycling but want some tips for navigating city streets? Or, are you a veteran bicyclist who wants to learn how to use Indego Bike share? All are welcomed to join this free class that will give you the knowledge and confidence to start bicycling safely in…

Adult Young Adult Workshops and Enrichment Health & Fitness Bicycling

Artists in Conversation: Ouizi & Roxana Azar

Wed, September 11, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Art Department at Parkway Central Library

Join Detroit-based painter Ouizi  and local artist Roxana Azar   for the third part of Mural Arts' newest speaker series: Artists in Conversation. This collaboration with the Parkway Central Library’s Art Department will provide unique insight into each…

Adult Young Adult Senior Community Events Discussion and Participation Speakers and Lectures Art Philadelphia Artist Talk

Jammin' on the Porch

Wed, September 11, 2019 7:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Come to play, come to listen!  Join our library jam session.  Bring your own instruments. Program will be held on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdaya and will be canceled if the weather is inclement. Also September 25.

Adult Young Adult Senior Community Events Music

Guitar Lessons

Thu, September 12, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Local musician Anthony Pena will offer free guitar lessons.  We will have a very limited number of instruments to share.  Strum on by.

Adult Young Adult Senior Other Great Programs Workshops and Enrichment Music

Teens, Tech, and Love: Staying Safe Online

Thu, September 12, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

First in a three-part series on our relationships to technology, and each other.  In this session, participants will learn how to identify inappropriate or risky flirting and chatting online, learn how to deal with uncomfortable situations, while also identifying the positive aspects of…

Young Adult Discussion and Participation Other Great Programs Teens

Chess Club

Thu, September 12, 2019 4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Learn to play chess or improve your game! Students of all ages, and all levels welcome.  Register with Prashant at GhoksheP@freelibrary.org.  

Young Adult School Age Other Great Programs Chess