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Book arts workshop (virtual): Eco Printing for Bookmakers
Sun, May 22, 2022
10:00 A.M.
Art Department
at
Parkway Central Library
In this free virtual workshop, participants will learn eco printing techniques from Philadelphia artist Cassandra Gunkel. Use found objects and a few basic kitchen supplies to create striking unique prints on paper and fabric. Add colorful texture and design to your prints or journals. In…
English Conversation Group: Art and Architecture
Mon, May 23, 2022
9:00 A.M.
Virtual
Join us to learn and practice English while discussing famous works of art and architecture (in Philadelphia and beyond). If you are interested in exploring the great collections and museums of the region, public art as well as historic neighborhoods and sites, join the “tour”. The…
Souls Shot Exhibition
Mon, May 23, 2022
11:00 A.M.
Logan Library
Please make it a point to come in and view the powerful portraits of the Souls Shot exhibition. Fine artists were teamed up with families of individuals who died due to gun violence. The exhibition will be available to be viewed from May 3 until May 31, anytime the library is open.
Art and Illustration Class
Mon, May 23, 2022
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
The Kingsessing Library will host a free Art and Illustration class led by artist, Martha O’Connell. Participants will play with art materials and learn techniques in drawing, collage, and printmaking in a relaxed and generative space. Please RSVP to RemsenB@freelibrary.org.
Story to Screen: Free Filmmaking Program for Teens
Mon, May 23, 2022
4:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Lil’ Filmmakers presents a free, five week program for aspiring teen filmmakers! Make a short film, meet new people, and learn everything from scriptwriting, cinematography, acting to directing. Snacks provided. Mondays, April 25th-May 23rd from 4-5:30
Art on the Road
Mon, May 23, 2022
4:30 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Join us for a fun and exciting art program! Professional Artists Mr. Abdul Karim and Mr. Ali Salman engage budding artists as they work together to create a one of a kind collaborative, community-created art piece. The art piece is inspired by a…
Virtual: English Learning through Theater and Storytelling
Tue, May 24, 2022
10:30 A.M.
Virtual
Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10:30 am - 12:00 pm through May 24, 2022 Practice English by sharing stories and exploring literacy and performing arts. Enjoy virtual performances and bring your whole self to these fun sessions. Explore creativity and art-making guided by professional Philadelphia…
Virtual: English Learning through Theater and Storytelling
Wed, May 25, 2022
10:30 A.M.
Virtual
Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10:30 am - 12:00 pm through May 25, 2022 Practice English by sharing stories and exploring literacy and performing arts. Enjoy virtual performances and bring your whole self to these fun sessions. Explore creativity and art-making guided by professional Philadelphia…
Art Explorers - Outdoors!
Wed, May 25, 2022
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join us for a story and messy art process fun with Art Explorers! We'll be meeting at Shakespeare Park on select days in April and May at 10:30am. This program is intended for children 5 and under and their caregivers. Weather-permitting. Please check CCD's social media for…
Art on the Road
Wed, May 25, 2022
4:00 P.M.
Logan Library
Join us for a fun and exciting art program! Professional Artists Mr. Abdul Karim and Mr. Ali Salman engage budding artists as they work together to create a one of a kind collaborative, community-created art piece. The art piece is inspired by a…
A Love Letter to Philadelphia: Food through Photography
Thu, May 26, 2022
3:01 P.M.
Art Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join the Culinary Literacy Center and Art Department in the sun-bathed Skyline Room for an afternoon of Philly, food, and photos with local photographer Neal Santos . Learn the basics of food photography through technical skill and camera work, lighting, and some software combined with practical…
Story to Screen with Lil' Filmmakers
Thu, May 26, 2022
4:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Story to Screen is Lil' Filmmakers' community filmmaking program. Youth from 11 to 17 years old will come together to learn the full scope of filmmaking from development to production and they will produce a short film. Story to Screen incorporates Social-emotional Learning…
Souls Shot Exhibition
Tue, May 31, 2022
11:00 A.M.
Logan Library
Please make it a point to come in and view the powerful portraits of the Souls Shot exhibition. Fine artists were teamed up with families of individuals who died due to gun violence. Today is the last day to view the exhibition.
Draw a Pokémon
Tue, May 31, 2022
4:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Come to the library to learn how to draw some Pokémon with step-by-step instructions! If you play Pokémon Go, stick around afterwards for Spotlight Hour featuring Magikarp.
Vertical Display: Francesco Richesse
Now through Tue, May 31, 2022
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Works by Philadelphia's Francesco Richesse are part of a display created by the artist using the historic announcement stands in the Art Department. Many of the drawings were created in the library itself, using the Art Department's space as a free artist studio. Stop…
Celebrate Arts and Aging
Now through Tue, May 31, 2022
5:00 P.M.
First Floor Gallery West
at
Parkway Central Library
Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) is holding its 20th annual Celebrate Arts and Aging (CAA) exhibition of artwork by artists over 55 years of age. The event features 125 paintings, drawings, prints, and photography pieces that have been created by older adults, highlighting the fact that…
Storytime and Craft with Black Soul Vintage
Wed, June 1, 2022
3:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
Join us for a three-week series of learning and creating for grades K-5. Black Soul Vintage will lead these learning experiences centering on African-descendent history and literature for children. Book readings will be followed by an arts and crafts activity that will be displayed…
Art on the Road
Wed, June 1, 2022
4:00 P.M.
Kensington Library
Join us for a fun and exciting art program! Professional Artists Mr. Abdul Karim and Mr. Ali Salman engage budding artists as they work together to create a one of a kind collaborative, community-created art piece. The art piece is inspired by a…
Crafter Gather
Wed, June 1, 2022
6:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Makers, crafters, artists! You are invited to join us on zoom every other Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m! Log in with your latest project and enjoy an evening of crafting and conversation. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 821 3211 5544 Passcode: 097661
Story to Screen with Lil' Filmmakers
Thu, June 2, 2022
4:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Story to Screen is Lil' Filmmakers' community filmmaking program. Youth from 11 to 17 years old will come together to learn the full scope of filmmaking from development to production and they will produce a short film. Story to Screen incorporates Social-emotional Learning…