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While our in-person events are on hold, we are offering virtual programming via a variety of platforms! Click an event to watch or join in.

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Virtual Beginning Russian Learning Circle

Virtual Beginning Russian Learning Circle

Thu, March 4, 2021 6:00 P.M.
Virtual

Thursdays 6 - 7 p.m. Meet with other adults interested in learning Russian to explore the language through the Free Library database Mango Languages, For beginners. Register at the link here .  For more informaiton, call 215-686-8664 or email SouthworthL@freelibrary.org 

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  • Language Study
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VIRTUAL - Yaba Blay | <i>One Drop: Shifting the Lens on Race</i>

VIRTUAL - Yaba Blay | One Drop: Shifting the Lens on Race

Thu, March 4, 2021 7:30 P.M.
Virtual

Cost: FREE

REGISTER HERE In conversation with Imani Perry Referred to by Michael Eric Dyson as “one of the most brilliant and committed critics and advocates writing and thinking and working on behalf of Black people today,” Dr. Yaba Blay is a scholar, activist, and cultural consultant.…

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Intermediate Online English Classes

Intermediate Online English Classes

Fri, March 5, 2021 9:30 A.M.
Virtual

Join us for a FREE Intermediate English class online, taught by graduate students in the University of Pennsylvania TESOL program.   9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.  Wednesdays and Fridays  February 3 - April 16, 2021 Class is currently full.  To register for the…

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  • Discussion and Participation
  • New Americans
  • Language Study
  • English Language Learners
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Chair Yoga

Chair Yoga

Fri, March 5, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Virtual

Join us each Friday at 10:00 a.m. for Chair Yoga live on the Fumo Family Library Facebook Page . The program will be taught by Kate Howell, a certified yoga teacher with over seven years of experience teaching in the Philadelphia area. Chair Yoga is a twist on traditional yoga making it…

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  • Health Programs
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  • Virtual Programs
Online English Conversation Group

Online English Conversation Group

Fri, March 5, 2021 11:00 A.M.
Virtual

Fridays 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.  starting February 5 Join us for a free conversation circle. Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other international adults in a casual learning environment. This group is currently full.  To join the waitlist, register  at the…

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  • Language Study
  • English Language Learners
  • Languages and Learning Center
  • Virtual Programs
English Writing 101 Learning Circle

English Writing 101 Learning Circle

Fri, March 5, 2021 12:00 P.M.
Virtual

Fridays 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.  starting February 5 Meet with other English language learners to improve your writing skills using the Universal Class database.  For intermediate/advanced/fluent English learners.  This group is currently full. Join the waitlist at the link here .…

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Minecraft Day

Minecraft Day

Fri, March 5, 2021 3:00 P.M.
Virtual

Come join us for Minecraft Club, where up to eight players can play together on our very own Minecraft Realm! We will be hosting sessions on Mondays and Fridays from 3PM - 5:30PM. Work by yourself or cooperatively. Appropriate for ages 8 and up. Please note: requires Minecraft Java Edition for…

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  • Minecraft
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Virtual-5-Minute Storybreak

Virtual-5-Minute Storybreak

Fri, March 5, 2021 4:00 P.M.
Virtual

Join us Wednesdays and Fridays at 4:00 PM on our Facebook page Northeast Children's for a quick story! All are invited to watch!  

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Online English Learning Circle

Online English Learning Circle

Fri, March 5, 2021 4:00 P.M.
Virtual

Fridays 4-5 pm Learn and practice English using the FREE online resource: We Speak NYC! Every week you will watch videos and complete activities on your own, then meet on Fridays with a group of English language learners to continue to practice your English skills.  This group is currently…

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Virtual Mandarin Chinese Conversation Circle

Virtual Mandarin Chinese Conversation Circle

Fri, March 5, 2021 4:30 P.M.
Virtual

Join the Languages and Learning Center’s online Mandarin Chinese Conversation Circle! This FREE online class will build your knowledge and confidence in Mandarin Chinese in a casual and fun learning environment!  This class will meet on: Fridays from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. …

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Virtual Baby Storytime

Virtual Baby Storytime

Sat, March 6, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Virtual

Join Ms. Meghan on our Facebook page each Saturday for a short virtual baby storytime full of stories, songs, and fun activities. Geared toward children ages 2 and under. Read, Baby, Read is made possible by a generous grant from the William Penn Foundation.

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Virtual LEAP at Home

Virtual LEAP at Home

Sat, March 6, 2021 12:00 P.M.
Virtual

STEAM arts and crafts ideas by Ms. Laurin and Ms. Kesha, LEAP Maker Mentors. Mondays and Saturdays, 12pm.  FB @ LillianMarreroBranch IG @ LillianMarreroLibrary

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Virtual Program | Free Shakespeare Read-Aloud Group: Love’s Labour’s Lost

Virtual Program | Free Shakespeare Read-Aloud Group: Love’s Labour’s Lost

Sat, March 6, 2021 1:00 P.M.
Virtual

The Shakespeare Read-Aloud is continuing online! We meet twice per month on Zoom to read Shakespeare’s plays as a group, round-robin style, just like we did when we met in person at The Rosenbach. Be sure to register to receive email instructions ahead of the meeting time. All readers are…

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  • Foundation Events
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Anime, Manga, & Gaming Meetup for Adults & Older Teens

Anime, Manga, & Gaming Meetup for Adults & Older Teens

Sat, March 6, 2021 3:30 P.M.
Virtual

Adults and teens 16 and up are invited to hang out on Discord with fellow fans, chat, watch anime! Held every other Saturday. For more information, visit here: fb.me/e/1KUAsvIOo

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**CANCELED** Virtual Program | ENA ensemble presents: A Different Kind of Song

**CANCELED** Virtual Program | ENA ensemble presents: A Different Kind of Song

Sat, March 6, 2021 7:00 P.M.
Virtual

This event has been canceled,  We apologize for any inconvenience.   ENA ensemble , who brought us the  Serial Opera Project  and the Serial Musical Project are back! Join us for the online premiere of "A Different Kind of Song: Unsung Stories of Black Women in Classical…

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Sundays with Frankenstein

Sundays with Frankenstein

Sun, March 7, 2021 2:00 P.M.
Virtual

Following our very successful series, Sundays with Dracula, which ran from May 3–November 15, 2020 (you can watch past episodes here!) we now bring to you a fifteen week exploration of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Shelley’s landmark monster novel was a…

  • Adult
  • Discussion and Participation
  • Foundation Events
  • Virtual Programs
Virtual Sundays on Stage: Arabiqa with Karim Nagi

Virtual Sundays on Stage: Arabiqa with Karim Nagi

Sun, March 7, 2021 2:00 P.M.
Virtual

Native Egyptian Karim Nagi will perform on multiple percussion and stringed instruments from around the Arab world. Modern and authentic clothing, Arab Folk dance, history about instruments, and opportunities for lively audience participation will give attendees a entertaining and…

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FIT for ALL with Overbrook Park Library

FIT for ALL with Overbrook Park Library

Mon, March 8, 2021 7:00 A.M.
Virtual

Fitness where you are, with what you have. Exercise and strengthen your body with  Healthy Communities  and  UliftU  on Monday mornings from 7-8 a.m. from March 1 to May 3, 2021. Join us on Facebook @ OverbrookParkLibrary . Please note that…

  • Adult
  • Health Programs
  • Health and Wellness
  • Health and Fitness
  • Health
  • Culinary Literacy
  • Virtual Programs
Virtual Mindfulness Meditation via Facebook Live

Virtual Mindfulness Meditation via Facebook Live

Mon, March 8, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Virtual

Join Miss Abbe on Mondays at 10:00 a.m. live ( Fumo Family Library ) for some calm Mindfulness Meditation using a body scan and breathing techniques, ground your body and mind. 

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Virtual Baby Storytime with Miss Mary

Virtual Baby Storytime with Miss Mary

Mon, March 8, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Virtual

Join Miss Mary for Baby Storytime on Facebook live (ParkwayCentralChildrens) Mondays at 10:30 am! Enjoy stories, songs, and fun! The storytime will be available on our Facebook page after the live event is over! This program is intended for our friends 2 years and under but anyone…

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