Events: Calendar of Events

Online Math for GED

Thu, November 21, 2024 9:30 A.M.
Zoom

Our small learning group builds math skills you can use to pass tests, understand the world, and solve problems at work and at home. The topics we work with will be taken from various areas of math. Online materials are provided to explain concepts and give additional practice between group…

Adult
Senior

Preschool Storytime

Thu, November 21, 2024 10:30 A.M.
Charles L. Durham Library

Every Thursday morning, join us for stories, songs, and movement. This program is intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. For large groups or classes, please call to schedule a library visit.

中文故事時間 (Chinese Storytime)

Thu, November 21, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library

Stick around for Chinese Storytime! All are welcome to come read, sing, and learn at our storytime entirely in Chinese.

Family Programs

Rare Books Roadshow

Thu, November 21, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Thu, November 21, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Thu, November 21, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

GED English Language Arts & Social Studies Prep Presented by Community College of Philadelphia

Thu, November 21, 2024 1:10 P.M.
Tacony Library

GED English Language Arts & Social Studies Prep Presented by CCP Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 1:10 – 3:40 PM October 7 – December 5, 2024 Are you planning to take the GED or HiSET exam? This Community College of Philadelphia course will help you prepare for…

Adult
Senior

Build Club

Thu, November 21, 2024 4:00 P.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Join us for Build Club! Explore different types of toddler-friendly construction toys including MagnaTiles, Duplos, Blocks, and more. Open to all ages.

Arts and Crafts Programs

Preschool Storytime

Fri, November 22, 2024 10:30 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Join Scout in the Auditorium for stories, songs, and rhymes, and stay for playtime afterwards! Intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. ASL interpreted.

Family Programs

Edible Alphabet: Learn English through Cooking

Fri, November 22, 2024 10:30 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Adults are invited to this FREE class for English language learners. Each week we read, write, and speak in English - and cook a meal together! The class is in the basement meeting room. To sign-up, call, email kitchen@freelibrary.org , or visit www.bit.ly/EAEnglish Edible…

Adult
Senior

Culinary Literacy

Rare Books Roadshow

Fri, November 22, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Fri, November 22, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Fri, November 22, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Read To a Therapy Dog

Sat, November 23, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library

Readers of all ages can read to Cene, Fig and Huey, our certified therapy dogs! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too!

Fox Chase Library Family Resource Fair

Sat, November 23, 2024 12:00 P.M.
Fox Chase Library

Join us for an informative afternoon with a number of fantastic local organizations! The Children's Scholarship Fund of Philadelphia, FELS Early Learning Services, SPIN, PATH, and the Immunization Program of the Philadelphia Department of Public Health will have tables at the event,…

Family Programs

RESCHEDULED - Scholarships 101 for Teens

Sat, November 23, 2024 2:00 P.M.
Field Teen Center at Parkway Central Library

College and test prep workshops return to the Free Library for the 2024-2025 school year, hosted by Field Teen Center in partnership with The Alexander Advantage . This free series is for high school students up to age 18. This in-person workshop will explore available…

Young Adult

Workshops and Enrichment

Read Baby Read Storytime and Playgroup

Mon, November 25, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Charles L. Durham Library

Join us every Monday for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay after storytime for playgroup. This program is intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. For large groups or classes, please call to schedule a library visit.

Toddler
Baby

Storytimes

Rare Books Roadshow

Mon, November 25, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Mon, November 25, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Mon, November 25, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

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