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There is no There: Mixed Fibers Workshop
Fri, February 28, 2020
6:00 P.M.
Fleisher Art Memorial, 719 Catharine Street
Tommy Orange’s novel There There is titled after something Gertrude Stein once said about Oakland--“there is no there there anymore.” In this mixed fibers workshop with artist Jessica Curtaz, experience art-making with simple tools and discuss gentrification and connections to…
African Americans and the Vote: Book and Picture Display/Collage
Sat, February 29, 2020
9:00 A.M.
Overbrook Park Library
The display will highlight the journey of African American suffrage. It will support and mirror the 2020 national theme. Exhibition or display…what to do? This display will be on view all month.
Garden Variety: An Arrangement of Exceptional Art
Sat, February 29, 2020
9:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection
at
Parkway Central Library
Hints of warmer weather and longer days signal to gardeners that spring is near. For many, the season unofficially begins with the Philadelphia Flower Show , the largest and longest-running horticultural celebration in the country. The Map Collection , Children’s Literature Research…
Citizenship Class Session
Sat, February 29, 2020
10:00 A.M.
Tacony Library
The IndoChinese American Council at Tacony Library will host an information session about free Citizenship Classes on Saturday, February 22, at 10AM. To apply for classes, you must: -be 18 years or older -be able to read, speak, and write English -have a Green Card -live in Philadelphia, Bucks,…
Pathway Forward: GED Preparation and ABE Classes
Sat, February 29, 2020
10:00 A.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 GED. and Adult Basic Education classes on Saturdays and Sundays. Free Classes on Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. English/Social Studies GED Prep 10:00 am – 12:00 p.m.…
Pathways Tax Prep - MUST RSVP
Sat, February 29, 2020
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West
To schedule an appointment, please visit http://pathwaysvita.com/schedule-your-appointment or call 610-543-5022 or 800-209- 2914 You must RSVP to attend the tax prep sessions — space is limited! You must RSVP to attend the tax prep sessions. Space is limited!
In the Kitchen with Brûlée Catering: Pâte à Choux Puffs
Sat, February 29, 2020
11:00 A.M.
Culinary Literacy Center
at
Parkway Central Library
Learn the French art of making puffs (Pâte à Choux) through this demonstration led by pastry chef Jacqueline Jones. Tastings included. Choux pastry, or pâte à choux, is a light pastry dough used in many pastries. It contains only butter, water, flour and eggs. Instead…
Open Computer Lab
Sat, February 29, 2020
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Work on a special project and get one-on-one assistance. Lab is open for 3 hours. This class is offered on a first come, first served basis and space is limited. Register in the lab, by signing the clipboard.
Friendly Bridge Club
Sat, February 29, 2020
11:00 A.M.
Andorra Library
Please join us to play Contract Bridge, socially. All levels are welcome - learners, experienced players and teachers.
Computer Tutor
Sat, February 29, 2020
11:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library
Do you need help with the basics? Do you have a new device that needs to be set up? Need to learn how to type or just a little help with MS Word? Call 215-685-1758 for additional information. Wednesdays 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Fridays 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturdays 11:00 am to 5:00 p.m.
Let's Speak English! for International Adults
Sat, February 29, 2020
11:00 A.M.
Kensington Library
Meet other adult English learners for conversation. Topics may involve small talk, holidays, customs, and common slang. Practice in a casual environment—no exams! Program is free.
Gentle Yoga with Roots to Rise
Sat, February 29, 2020
11:15 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Roots2Rise is bringing yoga to the South Philly Free Library this fall! Join Becca for a gentle flow, suitable for beginners and older adults. We will have some mats handy for those who do not have their own. Class is free to attend and all are welcome!
Crochet with Gigi!
Sat, February 29, 2020
11:30 A.M.
Logan Library
Join our crochet club. All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your favorite materials. For all ages.
Urban Medicine Cabinet
Sat, February 29, 2020
12:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Make and take home your own tinctures, salves, and syrups using native wild plants such as plantain herb, yarrow herb, and elderberry and learn more deeply about ceremonial healing practices that, like the ones in Tommy Orange's novel There There , “come from a long way…
Census 2020 - Job Fair
Sat, February 29, 2020
12:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library
The Census Bureau is hiring! Stop by to talk with a Census Bureau representative about the great job opportunities available, ask questions, and gather information. A table will be staffed from noon. to 3:00 p.m. 2020CENSUS.GOV/JOBS
Old-School Dance Party
Sat, February 29, 2020
1:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Come Bop, bump, line dance, and do the Funky Chicken during a dance party that highlights African American social dancing. Refreshments will be served.
Black History Month
Sat, February 29, 2020
1:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
This dance party will highlight African American social dancing. Come Bop, bump, line dance, and do the Funky Chicken. Refreshments will be served.
Stories that Heal: Black Ancestral Wisdom as Medicine
Sat, February 29, 2020
1:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Our ancestors have much to teach us about survival, healing and resistance in hard times. The workshop will invite participants to celebrate the last day of Black History Month by creating community space to honor our Black warrior ancestors. We will practice drawing strength from connecting to…
Multimedia Book Talk | She Came to Slay: The Life and Times of Harriet Tubman
Sat, February 29, 2020
1:00 P.M.
Haverford Library
More than a book talk, this program incorporates passages from the book, as well as historical and contemporary insights, audio and video clips, and more for a richer understanding of She Came to Slay .
Play Dungeons & Dragons With Us!
Sat, February 29, 2020
1:30 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Come one, come all! The Dungeon Master requests your presence. Games are open to all players, including newbies who would like to learn how to play. Are you an experienced player? If so, please come with some ideas about who your character (village, hero, extremely…