Events: Calendar of Events

Exhibition Tour: Telling Tales: From Oral Tradition to Art

Sat, November 30, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Map Collection at Parkway Central Library

Join us Saturday, November 30th at 11 AM for a tour of the latest exhibition from the Free Library's Special Collections Division: Telling Tales: From Oral Tradition to Ar t . Meet on the Second Floor of Parkway Central Library in West Gallery 2. All ages can enjoy the…

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T-Rex Tea Party

Sat, November 30, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library

Celebrate the mighty T-Rex in Dinovember! Join us for a dinosaur themed storytime followed by activities and snacks with herbal tea. Meet and take your picture with the Mighty T-Rex! For children ages 11 and under and their families. Children ages 6 and under must be accompanied by an…

Anime/Manga Discord Meetup for Adults & Older Teens

Sat, November 30, 2024 5:30 P.M.
Kensington Library

Catch up with other dedicated fans as we watch shows from varied genres (generally with subtitles) on the Discord platform. To receive the Discord invite or for more information, email palmers@freelibrary.org or text 215-948-2719.

Young Adult

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Open Computer Lab and Computer Assistance

Mon, December 2, 2024 11:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Do you need extra assistance on the computer or a longer timeframe to apply for jobs, take a test, or fill out applications? Walk in to receive computer help or call 215-685-1866 to register for a longer computer reservation (up to 1.5 hours) during our open computer lab hours!

Computer Classes

Rare Books Roadshow

Mon, December 2, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Mon, December 2, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Mon, December 2, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

SJU MSET Tutoring

Mon, December 2, 2024 3:15 P.M.
Wynnefield Library

Are you a middle or high school student looking for some homework help in geometry, algebra I or II, biology, chemistry or physics? Join us for a session of the Math and Science Enrichment Program (MSET) this fall. St. Joseph's University (SJU) is sponsoring this community program…

Young Adult

Workshops and Enrichment

Hair Flair Experience

Mon, December 2, 2024 3:30 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Philadelphia's own Tanisha Singleton Thompson will teach young people how to care for their natural hair. Tanisha is a certified hair stylist who, along with her daughters, will teach you how to use professional styling tools, hair products, and answer any questions about hair…

Movie Matinee

Mon, December 2, 2024 3:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Join us for a screening of a newly released film for school age kids and teens. Please stop by or contact the library for movie titles (215-685-9790).

Movies and Television

Decorate the Library

Mon, December 2, 2024 3:30 P.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library

Come decorate the Rodriguez Library with snowflakes while listening to music. We'll have hot cocoa and winter themed books on display. Cocoa is available from 3:30-5:00 PM. Snowflake making is available all day! All ages, cannot accommodate large groups such as daycares, classes, or…

Arts and Crafts Programs

Arts and Crafts

Teen Video Game Hang-out

Mon, December 2, 2024 3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

Gaming and Snacks every Monday at Charles Santore Library! Come solo or with friends to play our Nintendo Switch on the BIG screen. Option to BYO Switch for local or online play. Come hangout, play games, and make friends. The Teen Video Game Hang-out is open to…

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After-School Meals

Mon, December 2, 2024 3:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library

Stop by after school and eat a light supper! This program is for students enrolled in pre-K through 12th grade and meals will be available Monday - Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Meals must be eaten at the library. This After School Meal Program is a federally-funded Child Nutrition Program…

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Social Services

After-School Meals

Mon, December 2, 2024 3:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Stop by after school and eat a light supper! This program is for students enrolled in pre-K through 12th grade and meals will be available Monday - Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Meals must be eaten at the library. This After School Meal Program is a federally-funded Child Nutrition Program…

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Social Services

Chess Club for Kids!

Mon, December 2, 2024 4:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Join us each Monday from 3:30-4:30pm for Chess Club! Kids 12 and under are welcome to play and learn with support from a skilled chess player. All supplies provided. No experience is necessary; all skill levels welcome! This event will be held in the Story Hour Room, within the Central…

Family Programs

Crocheting

Mon, December 2, 2024 4:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library

Learn how to crochet with local artist Katie Brown. We have all supplies, just bring yourself.

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Kids’ Bird Bonanza!

Mon, December 2, 2024 4:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Join the Audubon Mid-Atlantic from the Discovery Center at our branch for hand-on activities to learn about bird artifacts, bird adaptations, migration, watersheds and pollution, seeds and seed dispersal, garden work, and bird walks.

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Family BINGO Night

Mon, December 2, 2024 5:30 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Back by popular demand, it's Family BINGO at the library! Every round wins a prize, and best of all, it's free! All ages are welcome and no experience is necessary. Please arrive on time because space will be limited.

Philadelphia Reads James Baldwin

Mon, December 2, 2024 6:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department at Parkway Central Library

As part of the Year of James Baldwin, the Free Library is hosting one of many Philadelphia Reads James Baldwin reading groups throughout the city in collaboration with the Saturday Free School for Philosophy and Black Liberation . Celebrate the life, work, and legacy of James Baldwin as we…

Discussion and Participation

Rare Books Roadshow

Tue, December 3, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

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