Play Dungeons & Dragons With Us!

Sat, May 25, 2019 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…

Adult Young Adult Other Great Programs Games and Gaming

Movement Mondays

Mon, May 27, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Join us for some exercise and fun activities. LEAP (Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program) homework help and literacy activities offered for grades K-12 while school is in session.

Young Adult School Age LEAP

Marbled Paper Making with the Rosenbach Museum

Tue, May 28, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Paschalville Library

Come make a marbled paper bookmark with us! We'll try two different paper marbling techniques and see how science makes it all possible. You'll also get a free family pass to visit the Rosenbach Museum where you'll discover some examples of marbled paper and…

Adult Young Adult School Age Other Great Programs arts & crafts

Literacy Tuesdays

Tue, May 28, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Join Ms. Abigail for story-telling, letter-writing, poem-crunching, and crafty fun with words.  LEAP (Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program) homework help and literacy activities offered for grades K-12 while school is in session.

Young Adult School Age LEAP Literacy

The Amazing Mr. Q Kickoff Party!

Wed, May 29, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Richmond Library

Summer Reading Kick-off Party with the Amazing Mr. Q's puppets, magic, mischief and mayhem! Enjoy the show and sign up for the Summer of Wonder!

Adult Young Adult School Age Toddler Family Programs Summer Reading

STEAM Wednesdays

Wed, May 29, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Join us for a new experiment or fun game that challenges your mind! LEAP (Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program) homework help and literacy activities offered for grades K-12 while school is in session.

Young Adult School Age LEAP Games and Gaming Science

Yoga

Wed, May 29, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library

Wipe away the stress of the week and get your body and mind ready for a relaxing weekend. Decompress, unwind, and relax and start your weekend off the right way. Brittany from Roots2Rise will be our instructor.      

Adult Young Adult Health Programs Body, Mind & Spirit Yoga

Summer of Wonder Kick-off

Thu, May 30, 2019 3:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

Let's kick off Summer Reading with registration, pizza, science activities and Fabulous Faces face painting.  For all ages. We'll be here from 3:30 to 5:30.

Young Adult School Age Preschool Toddler Family Programs Family Summer Reading

Teen Pizza Hour

Thu, May 30, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Learn about upcoming events for Teens at the library! Bring ideas for events you’d like to see! Pizza provided.

Young Adult Other Great Programs Teens

Chess Club

Thu, May 30, 2019 4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Learn to play chess or improve your game! Students of all ages, and all levels welcome.  Register with Prashant at GhoksheP@freelibrary.org.  

Young Adult School Age Other Great Programs Chess

Teen Pizza Hour

Thu, May 30, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Young Adult Other Great Programs Teens

DIY Zine Workshop

Thu, May 30, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Join us on the last Thursday of each month to collage, craft, and create your own zines! A zine is a self-published magazine or mini comic that can be about any topic or interest. You’ll learn about simple folding techniques and design layout, and then have the time, space, and supplies to…

Young Adult Other Great Programs Teens arts & crafts

Watermelon: A Celebration of Summer with Ronna Welsh

Thu, May 30, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Culinary Literacy Center at Parkway Central Library

Cost: $30 single / $45 couple

Ronna Welsh has been a professional cook for over 20 years. She has worked as an executive chef, pastry chef, consulting chef, and recipe developer for Saveur, Whole Living Magazine, Bon Appetit Magazine, Martha Stewart Living, and many others. As the owner and founder…

Adult Young Adult Senior Community Events Author Events Workshops and Enrichment Culinary Literacy

Yoga for adults!

Thu, May 30, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library

Wipe away the stress of the week and get your body and mind ready for a relaxing weekend. Decompress, unwind, and relax and start your weekend off the right way. Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. except the second Thursday of every month. Please bring a mat.     

Adult Young Adult Health Programs Body, Mind & Spirit Yoga

Sleeping Mat Project

Fri, May 31, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Andorra Library

Did you know that recycled plastic bags can be turned into colorful woven mats for homeless individuals in our community? Join us to make a difference.  All ages are welcome to help - from 10:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m.. This program is a partnership with Integrate for Good.

Adult Young Adult School Age Preschool Senior Arts and Crafts Programs Family Programs Other Great Programs Environment & Nature Social Justice arts & crafts

Yoga at the Library

Fri, May 31, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Join us for an hour-long, weekly yoga class which will offer participants a judgment free space for gentle movement, quiet meditation and guided breath work. Our aim will be to decrease perceived levels of stress, and increase overall well being. This class is recommended for all ages and…

Adult Young Adult School Age Senior Other Great Programs Health Programs Yoga

Whitman Illustrated

Now through Fri, May 31, 2019 3:40 P.M.
Art Department at Parkway Central Library

A selection of Walt Whitman illustrated editions and other works by artists inspired by the American poet, such as Wharton Esherick, Antonio Frasconi and Leonard Baskin, from the collections of the Art & Literature Departments on the occasion of his 200 year anniversary. In…

Adult Young Adult Senior Exhibitions Art LGBTQ Literature Poetry printmaking Book Arts

Slam Your Senses

Fri, May 31, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department at Parkway Central Library

Attention all teens! Join your friends for a special teen reception (this means free food!) followed by a Poetry Slam performance on Friday May 31 from 4:00–5:30 p.m. in the Rare Book Department.   This free program in offered in conjunction with Our 5 Senses,…

Young Adult Live Performances Discussion and Participation Rare Books, Manuscripts, & Digital Collections Special Collections Teens Five Senses

Beginner's Knitting Class

Sat, June 1, 2019 11:30 A.M.
Fumo Family Library

Leap into spring by learning how to knit! Class starts on Saturday, April 27th from 11:30-1 for 6 weeks.  Students need to supply their own needles, 8" to 10" US Size 8 (5mm) straight needles in wood/bamboo, metal, or plastic though wood/bamboo is preferred. Practice yarn will be…

Adult Young Adult Arts and Crafts Programs Family Teens Knitting

DIY with Abigail

Sat, June 1, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

We’ll make something new that you can take home with you every time we meet, such as bouncy balls and some fun crafts that the group suggests! For kids in grades K-12.   

Young Adult School Age Arts and Crafts Programs arts & crafts