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Free Library Chess Club
Tue, September 10, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
Are you looking for a place to play chess, or are you interested in learning how to play? Join us on Tuesdays from 5:00-7:30 pm in the Heim Center on the First Floor. We have 20 chess sets and a limited amount of clocks available for use, or feel free to bring your own. RSVP at Facebook…
Democracy is an Action Word. ("Power Up!" Civics & Citizenship Month Program)
Tue, September 10, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
SESSION 2. Explore the inner workings of political empowerment. Learn how to get involved and become an active change-agent in local, state, and federal government.. Part 2 of the Power Up! Civics & Citizenship Month Programming. All programs are free and open to the public.…
Night Raven Gaming Society
Tue, September 10, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
New to 40k... come and learn to play... experienced players we have organized play.... Assemble forces for historical battles in WWII, Vietnam, Middle East and even Modern conflicts. The Masquerade continues to with Vampire the Eternal Struggle here... Chose a clan and direct your minions to…
Preschool Storytime at Gateway to Brandywine St Park
Wed, September 11, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Every Wednesday morning, meet us at the Gateway to Brandywine St Park to enjoy stories, songs, and movement. This program is intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. For large groups or classes, please call to schedule a library visit. Cancellations due to weather will be…
Movie Matinee
Wed, September 11, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join us for a screening of a newly released film in our downstairs meeting room. Please contact the library for movie titles (215-685-6621).
Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, September 11, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Wednesdays from 2-4:30 pm in the…
Beginner English
Wed, September 11, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Independence Library
Mondays and Wednesdays 3-4:30 pm (September 4 - November 18, 2024) For Beginner English learners, this course offers structured lessons to enhance your ability to read, write, listen, and speak in English. The class focuses on practical language use in everyday contexts and integrates cultural…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, September 11, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore 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 volunteers Robin and Ted. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, September 11, 2024
6:00 P.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 Natalia. The group will meet in HEIM 131/132 on the first floor.…
Citizenship Class Session
Thu, September 12, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
We are excited to offer Free Citizenship Classes in West Philadelphia! District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund will host an In-Person Citizenship Class at the Walnut Street West Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia on Tuesdays and Thursdays from…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, September 12, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Whitman 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 Doris. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Bird Walk
Thu, September 12, 2024
3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Location: Columbus Square Park (13th & Wharton) Thursdays are for the birds! Join South Philly Library for a walk to Columbus Square Park & catch a glimpse of some neighborhood birds. We will have some binoculars and bird guides available for use during the program to help identify the…
Yoga for Adults
Thu, September 12, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Whitman Library
Free yoga every Thursday at Whitman Library, with instructors Janet Faulls and Anne-Marie Mulgrew! This class is for all levels of practice and beginners are welcome. Bring your own mat or use one of ours. Cleaning wipes for mats are also available.This weekly class is sponsored by The Friends…
Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, September 12, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in the Heim…
Read, Baby, Ready: Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, September 13, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Independence Library
Join Ms. Chen on Fridays at 10:30am for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Bubbles will end storytime. Then stay after for our playgroup! This program is for babies and toddlers with their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. Read, Baby, Read is made possible by a generous grant from The William…
Fun Fridays
Fri, September 13, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Join us on Fridays for crafts, science experiments, or games! This program is for school age children, beginning at 3 p.m
We the People. ("Power Up!" Civics & Citizenship Month Program)
Sat, September 14, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
SESSION 3. It’s Election Season! Let’s talk about the power of elections, and how local elections can affect our everyday lives, for better or for worse. Part 3 of the Power Up! Civics & Citizenship Month Programming. All programs are free and open to the…
Art Making Club
Sat, September 14, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for this drop-in, informal art making group. We'll have a variety of materials, project prompts, and of course, books! Participants may choose to bring their own projects and materials.
Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, September 16, 2024
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…
Beginner English
Mon, September 16, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Independence Library
Mondays and Wednesdays 3-4:30 pm (September 4 - November 18, 2024) For Beginner English learners, this course offers structured lessons to enhance your ability to read, write, listen, and speak in English. The class focuses on practical language use in everyday contexts and integrates cultural…