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Spanish Language Learning Circle
Tue, June 25, 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
Conversations In Color - Coretta Scott King Awards
Now through Tue, June 25, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Senior Services at
Parkway Central Library
In the final installment of a five-part discussion series commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Awards for excellence in African American children's literature, the staff of Central Senior Services hosts internationally acclaimed fine artist and award-winning…
Adult Young Adult Senior Discussion and Participation Other Great Programs Family Programs Speakers and Lectures Exhibitions Community Events Central Senior Services Calendar African American Art Children Free Library of Philadelphia Literature Seniors children's literature
Elaine Welteroth | More Than Enough: Claiming Space for Who You Are (No Matter What They Say)
Tue, June 25, 2019 7:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: FREE
The firebrand former editor-in-chief of Teen Vogue and the first African American ever to hold the post of beauty and health director in Condé Nast’s 107-year history, Elaine Welteroth “masterminded the reinvention of the beauty and fashion magazine as a voice for social…
Adult Young Adult Author Events Speakers and Lectures Author Events - Free Series Author Events
Interview Preparation and Coaching
Wed, June 26, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Workplace at
Parkway Central Library
Stop by the Workplace in the Business Resource and Innovation Center (BRIC) between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to prepare for interviews with a hiring manager with over two decades of experience hiring, firing, and managing employees. Discuss tactics for your next in-person,…
Adult Career Workshops Jobs & Job Seekers
Free Library of Pride Drag Show
Wed, June 26, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Teen Center at
Parkway Central Library
Returning for its third year, this all-ages drag show features local Philadelphia performers! No registration required. This event will be held on the 4th floor of the Parkway Central Library in the Skyline Room. Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for more info.…
Adult Young Adult School Age Community Events Live Performances LGBTQ Free Library of Pride
Rachel Louise Snyder | No Visible Bruises: What We Don’t Know About Domestic Violence Can Kill Us
Wed, June 26, 2019 7:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: FREE
PLEASE NOTE: THE EVENT WITH OTTESSA MOSHFEGH HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND WILL NOT BE RESCHEDULED. The recipient of an Overseas Press Award for her contributions to This American Life , Rachel Louise Snyder is the author of No Visible Bruises . A “gut-wrenching” ( Esquire ) and intimate…
Adult Author Events Speakers and Lectures Author Events - Free Series Author Events Law Politics Psychology Social Science
How to Protect Your Network while Networking: An Update on the Changing Cyber-security and Data Privacy Landscape in 2019
Thu, June 27, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at
Parkway Central Library
Privacy and security of information is a concern for every business owner. Employers need to protect their employee’s data; businesses need to protect their client’s data; and contractors need to prepare to be compliant with corporate privacy and information security guidelines. The…
Adult Business Speakers and Lectures RFC Program Calendar Nonprofit Business & Entrepreneurs
To Belong: A Community Conversation
Thu, June 27, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
In recognition of both Immigrant Heritage Month and Pride Month, gather for facilitated conversations that explore what it means to belong—or not belong. This event is in partnership with the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Immigrant Affairs and Office of LGBT Affairs.
Adult Community Events Discussion and Participation New Americans New Americans Free Library of Pride
Libraries for Illustrators
Fri, June 28, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Art Department at
Parkway Central Library
Cost: FREE
Do you make picture books? Are you interested in illustrating books for children? With nearly100,000 picture books in the collection, the Free Library of Philadelphia is an incredible resource for authors and illustrators. But that’s only scratching the surface; from art books to special…
Adult Young Adult Senior Arts and Crafts Programs Author Events Discussion and Participation Workshops and Enrichment Art Makers & Makerspaces Rare Books, Manuscripts, & Digital Collections Special Collections Maps Print and Picture Collection arts & crafts Book Arts children's literature Five Senses
Roots2Rise Wellness: Yoga on the Rooftop Summer Series
Sat, June 29, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Join Roots2Rise for an eight week yoga series on the beautiful rooftop at Parkway Central Library! You're invited to $5.00 yoga every Saturday--beginning June 1 and continuing through July 20--from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. All proceeds go towards yoga and wellness programming in neighborhood…
Adult Young Adult Senior Community Events Yoga
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Mon, July 1, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at
Parkway Central Library
Books, songs, rhymes and bounces for children (birth to 23 months) and their caregivers!
Toddler Baby Family Programs Storytimes Children Education Family Free Library of Philadelphia Literacy Literature Summer Reading children's literature Five Senses
Teen Chess Club
Mon, July 1, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Teen Center at
Parkway Central Library
Teens of any skill level are welcome to join us for Chess Club. Mondays in the Field Teen Center from 3pm-5pm. Program for teens ages 12-18 only. Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for more info. Follow @FLPTeenCenter on Facebook and Instagram.
Young Adult Other Great Programs Games and Gaming Chess
Teen Anime Club
Mon, July 1, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Teen Center at
Parkway Central Library
Teens interested in watching Anime are invited to join the Field Teen Center Teen Anime Club! Mondays in the Field Teen Center from 3pm-5pm. Program for teens ages 12-18 only. Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for more info. Follow @FLPTeenCenter on Facebook and…
Young Adult Other Great Programs Teens Anime & MangaBlack Resistance Discussion Lab and Tour
Mon, July 1, 2019 7:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
A special exploration of At these Crossroads will be followed by a dialogue with historians, community advocates, and activists who will consider Douglass's and Du Bois's work within the framework of African American resistence against violence from its beginnings to today's urgent…
Adult Young Adult Senior Discussion and Participation African American History
Big Kids Story Time
Tue, July 2, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at
Parkway Central Library
Stories, songs, rhymes, music, movement, and lots of fun for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers! Free! No registration required. Children's Department Story Hour Room School, camp, and daycare groups - please call to schedule a visit. 215-686-5369
Preschool Toddler Family Programs Education Family Free Library of Philadelphia Free Library of Philadelphia Programs & Services Literacy Five Senses
Big Kids (age 2-5) Story Time -
Tue, July 2, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at
Parkway Central Library
Stories, songs, rhymes, music, movement, and lots of fun for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. Stay for Play Group on Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m.
Preschool Family Programs Children Family Five SensesBig Kids Play Group
Tue, July 2, 2019 11:30 A.M.
Children's Department at
Parkway Central Library
Creative Play for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers! Children's Department Story Hour Room. Free. No registration required. School, camp, and daycare groups - please call to schedule a visit. 215-686-5369
Preschool Toddler Family Programs Storytimes Children Education Family
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
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