Events: Calendar of Events

Beginner English

Mon, November 17, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Mondays and Fridays 2:00-3:30 pm (September 22 - December 5, 2025) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For…

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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker

Mon, November 17, 2025 2:00 P.M.
David Cohen Ogontz Library

Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. This service will be available today from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. If you have questions, you can email…

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Senior

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Other Great Programs

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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker

Mon, November 17, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library

Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. This service will be available today from 2:00pm to 5:00 p.m. If you have questions, you can email…

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Adult
Senior

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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Mon, November 17, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library

Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for one-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with résumé development, career counseling, and professional development workshops. Call 1-833-750-5627 to learn more! PA CareerLink®…

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Adult

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Career Workshops

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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Mon, November 17, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Holmesburg Library

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Adult

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Career Workshops

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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Mon, November 17, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

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Adult

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Career Workshops

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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Mon, November 17, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

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Adult

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Career Workshops

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Beginner English

Mon, November 17, 2025 2:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library

Mondays and Fridays 2:30-4 pm (September 22 - December 5, 2025) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners. Sign-up…

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Adult
Senior

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Beginner English

Mon, November 17, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Independence Library

Mondays and Thursdays 3-4:30 pm (September 22 - December 4, 2025) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners. Sign-up…

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Adult
Senior

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Film Club: Addams Family Values

Mon, November 17, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Philbrick Hall at Parkway Central Library

Room 108 Join Philbrick Hall’s Film Club for a special presentation of Addams Family Values Wednesday and Pugsley will stop at nothing to get rid of Pubert, the new baby adored by their parents Gomez and Morticia.

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Film Screening

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Movies and Television

Balloon Racers

Mon, November 17, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Haddington Library

Create racecars using balloons and other supplies!

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School Age

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Arts and Crafts

Thanksgiving Craft Party!

Mon, November 17, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Independence Library

Pumpkins, leaves, and turkeys! Oh, my! Celebrate Thanksgiving with some fun crafts, stickers, and coloring! There will be activities for kids of all ages.

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Monday LEAP Art Explorers

Mon, November 17, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

Materials for self-guided artwork creation will be available from 3pm-5:45pm in the children's section.

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Arts and Crafts

Computer Skills for Beginners: Registration Open

Mon, November 17, 2025 3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Need computer help? Take a free 8-week digital skills course at the Library! Learn how to use a computer, get online, and more. Training provided by Beyond Literacy. Please call to register at 215-474-1235.

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Adult
Senior

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Computer Classes

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FLoP Bowl Esports Tournament

Mon, November 17, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

*** Registration is only open until September 15, 2025. Call or ask a librarian in person for signup info.*** Teens 12-18 are invited to participate in the 2025 FLoP (Free Library of Philadelphia) Bowl! Join one of ten library teams to compete weekly in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on Nintendo…

FLoP Bowl Esports Tournament

Mon, November 17, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

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Young Adult

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Other Great Programs

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Video Games

FLoP Bowl Esports Tournament

Mon, November 17, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library

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Young Adult

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Other Great Programs

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Video Games

FLoP Bowl Esports Tournament

Mon, November 17, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library

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Young Adult

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Other Great Programs

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Video Games

FLoP Bowl Esports Tournament

Mon, November 17, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

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Young Adult

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Other Great Programs

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Video Games

Art Monday: Creative Drawing Challenge

Mon, November 17, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Andorra Library

For Art Monday this week, we'll have a creative drawing challenge. Being able to draw well is not required, but bringing a big imagination will be very helpful! For preschool and school-age kids.