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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 How to Apply for Pro Bono (Free) Patent Services and More

VIRTUAL How to Apply for Pro Bono (Free) Patent Services and More

Thu, March 11, 2021 5:15 P.M.
Virtual

Interested in free (pro bono) legal assistance to apply for a patent for your invention? Pro-bono patent services are available locally, nationally and internationally, for entrepreneurs and small businesses. Registered Patent Agent Scott Keeley of the IP firm KeeleyDeAngelo will tell you what…

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A Taste of African Heritage

A Taste of African Heritage

Thu, March 11, 2021 5:30 P.M.
Virtual

"The ancestors of African Americans brought wonderful food traditions to parts of the Caribbean, South America, and the southern states." - Oldways A Taste of African Heritage, celebrates the healthy food traditions of the African diaspora. Explore the rich cultural history of African…

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  • Senior
  • Other Great Programs
  • Culinary Literacy
  • Culinary Literacy
  • Cooking and Nutrition
  • Virtual Programs
A Taste of African Heritage with Joseph E. Coleman Library

A Taste of African Heritage with Joseph E. Coleman Library

Thu, March 11, 2021 5:30 P.M.
Virtual

"A Taste of African Heritage is a way of eating based on the healthy food traditions of people with African roots. This healthy way of eating is powerfully nutritious and delicious, and naturally meets the guidelines experts recommend for supporting good health." -  Oldways…

  • Adult
  • Community Events
  • Culinary Literacy
  • Health
  • Culinary Literacy
  • Virtual Programs
Virtual Course | Alice Dunbar-Nelson: Reading from Inside the Archive

Virtual Course | Alice Dunbar-Nelson: Reading from Inside the Archive

Thu, March 11, 2021 6:30 P.M.
Virtual

“Reading from Inside the Archive” is a unique opportunity offering an exploration of Alice Dunbar-Nelson’s life and work through her published writing and literary archive. Questions throughout center on how public persona and personal experience intersect and the degree to…

  • Adult
  • Black History Month
  • Discussion and Participation
  • Foundation Events
  • African American
  • Virtual Programs
Chair Yoga

Chair Yoga

Fri, March 12, 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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  • Young Adult
  • Senior
  • Health Programs
  • Health and Wellness
  • Yoga
  • Virtual Programs
Virtual Friday Trivia

Virtual Friday Trivia

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

Themed trivia questions posted weekly for middle school students. Themes include, but are not limited to, Disney, Marvel, pop culture, history, science, and sports!  Posted biweekly on Fridays at 12pm FB @ LillianMarreroBranch IG @ LillianMarreroLibrary

  • Young Adult
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  • Family Programs
  • Children
  • Family
  • Virtual Programs
Minecraft Day

Minecraft Day

Fri, March 12, 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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  • School Age
  • Other Great Programs
  • Children
  • Teens
  • Minecraft
  • Video Games
  • Virtual Programs
Yoga For the Library

Yoga For the Library

Fri, March 12, 2021 7:00 P.M.
Virtual

Join local yoga teacher Justine Bacon for a series of three online yin yoga sessions to benefit the Friends of the Falls of Schuylkill Library.  Yin is a cooling yoga practice that gently stretches ligaments, tendons, fascia, joints and bones. Anyone can participate, from yoga beginners to…

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  • Community Events
  • Other Great Programs
  • Yoga
  • Virtual Programs
Virtual Baby Storytime

Virtual Baby Storytime

Sat, March 13, 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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  • Family Programs
  • Storytimes
  • Children
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Virtual LEAP at Home

Virtual LEAP at Home

Sat, March 13, 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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Sundays with Frankenstein

Sundays with Frankenstein

Sun, March 14, 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…

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  • Discussion and Participation
  • Foundation Events
  • Virtual Programs
FIT for ALL with Overbrook Park Library

FIT for ALL with Overbrook Park Library

Mon, March 15, 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…

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

Virtual Mindfulness Meditation via Facebook Live

Mon, March 15, 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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  • Health Programs
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  • Virtual Programs
Virtual Baby Storytime with Miss Mary

Virtual Baby Storytime with Miss Mary

Mon, March 15, 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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  • Baby
  • Family Programs
  • Storytimes
  • Children
  • Free Library of Philadelphia Programs & Services
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Virtual LEAP at Home

Virtual LEAP at Home

Mon, March 15, 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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  • Preschool
  • Family Programs
  • Arts and Crafts Programs
  • Children
  • Family
  • arts & crafts
  • Virtual Programs
Virtual Messy Mondays

Virtual Messy Mondays

Mon, March 15, 2021 1:00 P.M.
Virtual

Join Ms. Naomi in making a big mess! Pictures and instructions for fun sensory play with common household items. Geared at children of all ages. Everyone needs time to make a mess! Remember kids, at the library our motto is "We make messes and then we clean them up." so be sure to…

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  • Family Programs
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  • Virtual Programs
Virtual Reference Desk

Virtual Reference Desk

Mon, March 15, 2021 2:00 P.M.
Virtual

BRIC’s business librarian misses you! Stop by the Virtual Reference Desk if you have a quick question for the librarian.  The Virtual Reference Desk will be staffed from 2:00pm to 3:00pm via Zoom. There is no pre-registration for this event. Questions are limited to five to ten…

  • Adult
  • Business
  • Databases and Electronic Resources
  • Free Library of Philadelphia Programs & Services
  • Business and Entrepreneurs
  • Virtual Programs
Minecraft Day

Minecraft Day

Mon, March 15, 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…

  • Young Adult
  • School Age
  • Other Great Programs
  • Children
  • Teens
  • Minecraft
  • Video Games
  • Virtual Programs
VIRTUAL | Teen Reading Lounge

VIRTUAL | Teen Reading Lounge

Mon, March 15, 2021 3:30 P.M.
Virtual

Teen Reading Lounge is an award-winning, nontraditional book club for teens ages 12-18. Teens help to create the reading list for the program and, working with trained facilitators, to design creative and civic engagement projects that bring big ideas to life. Youth ages 12-18 must register…

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  • Discussion and Participation
  • Teens
  • Book Clubs
  • Teen Reading Lounge
  • Virtual Programs
Virtual Course | Ulysses

Virtual Course | Ulysses

Mon, March 15, 2021 6:30 P.M.
Virtual

Registration Tuition for this course is $250 Rosenbach members (including the Dracula Club) receive a 10% discount on tuition. If you have questions about discounted tuition please call (215) 732-1600 x 138 or email gdonahue@rosenbach.org. Not a member? We invite…

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