PDPH Overdose Awareness & Reversal Training

Mon, September 9, 2019 6:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

With Philadelphia, and the nation, in the grips of an opioid overdose crisis, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health is now offering FREE training on overdose awareness and overdose reversal using naloxone, or Narcan. This training will teach you concrete actions you can take to help…

Adult Community Events Health Programs Health and Wellness Health

African American Interest Book Discussion

Mon, September 9, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Philbrick Hall at Parkway Central Library

The African American Interest Book Discussion Group will hold its next meeting on September 9, 2019 in Room 405 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.  This will be a book and movie discussion of If Beale Street Could Talk by James Baldwin. Please RSVP to librarian Lisa Hardy (215-686-5320) or…

Adult Discussion and Participation African American Book Clubs

The How and Why of Seed Saving

Mon, September 9, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Learn about saving seeds for thrifty and heritage gardening, biodiversity preservation, and food sovereignty.  You will learn how and when to harvest plants for saving seeds, how to process those seeds, and the best way to store your seeds.  Bring a friend. This program will be led by…

Adult Senior Other Great Programs Speakers and Lectures Workshops and Enrichment Environment & Nature House & Home

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

Friends of Whitman Library Meeting

Mon, September 9, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Whitman Library

New schedule! The Friends of the Whitman Library will be holding their monthly on the first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. New friends are always welcome. The focus of this meeting will be program planning, fundraising, and new member recruitment.      

Adult Community Events

Spinning Yarns

Mon, September 9, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

For those who knit and crochet, bring your latest project and enjoy a relaxing, low-key evening of crafting at the library.  All fiber arts are welcome. This program is intended for adults.    

Adult Senior Arts and Crafts Programs arts & crafts

Business Plan Toolkit

Tue, September 10, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library

Learn to use free library resources to research your business plan professionally! Get an introduction to business plans and industry codes Start researching the competition Target your audience by learning to find and use demographic information Gain executive perspective by learning…

Adult Business Databases & Electronic Resources Free Library of Philadelphia Programs & Services Business & Entrepreneurs

Careerlink Workshops for Job Seekers

Tue, September 10, 2019 10:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library

CareerLink we be hosting workshops to support you through the job seeking process;  workshops will consist of Welcome to PA CareerLink, Do’s and Don’ts of Resumes, Modern Interviewing, and more.  

Adult Career Workshops

Careerlink Drop In Help for Job Seekers

Tue, September 10, 2019 12:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Looking for a new job or updating your resume? Stop in to speak with a Careerlink specialist for one on one help with applications, resumes, and job resources.

Adult Career Workshops

Open Computer Lab

Tue, September 10, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Work on a special project and get one-on-one assistance. Lab is open for 2 hours. This class is offered on a first come, first served basis and space is limited. Register in the lab, by signing the clipboard.

Adult Senior Computer Classes Other Great Programs Computers

CareerLink Job Searching

Tue, September 10, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Holmesburg Library

Looking for a job? Or a better one? Stop in to see CareerLink! Browse jobs, create a resume, and apply. 1PM - 3PM

Adult Senior Career Workshops Jobs & Job Seekers

New and Expectant Parents Group

Tue, September 10, 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

New and Expectant Parents Group

Tue, September 10, 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, September 10, 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

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

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

Chat-n-Chew Book Club

Tue, September 10, 2019 6:30 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Do you love to read?  Do you like to talk?  If you do, please consider joining the West Oak Lane Library's book group. We will meet approximately every five weeks.  Today, we'll be talking about "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng.  

Adult Senior Discussion and Participation African American Book Clubs

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

Resume Review

Wed, September 11, 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 have your resume reviewed by a hiring manager with over two decades of experience hiring, firing, and managing employees.  No registration is required! You will be…

Adult Career Workshops Jobs & Job Seekers