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Fishadelphia’s Seafood Stories Extravaganza!
Sat, September 14, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
at
Parkway Central Library
Come learn about local seafood, learn to shuck an oyster, and make some fish prints! Philadelphia’s own community seafood program Fishadelphia is highlighted in the PBS docuseries Hope in the Water . This event will include a brief screening of the show and a panel of community members…
Intro to Houseplants & Repotting
Mon, September 16, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Erica Johnson will explore and share information on a variety of houseplants and how to care for them—proper lighting, watering, soil, repotting, and much more. Each attendee will receive an easy-care plant, soil and a flowerpot. Limited to 10 participants; please call 215-685-6621 to sign…
All About Mushrooms! with Philly Mycology Club
Mon, September 16, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Explore fungal diversity and general mushroom morphology with members of the Philadelphia Mycology Club. This talk will serve as a beginner-friendly introduction to fungal identification and ecology. For more info, check out their website at https://phillymycoclub.com/about .
Nature Rambling
Fri, September 20, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Andorra Library
Join us for short walks and nature journaling. We will provide materials and prompts to get you started. This is a multigenerational program and all are welcome. We will be meeting at the Wissahickon Environmental Center on September 20 & 27; October 4 & 11.
Clark Park Storytime (This is through the end of October)
Fri, September 20, 2024
10:00 P.M.
Clark Park (43rd St & Chester Ave.)
Join us in Clark Park by the playground (43rd St & Chester Ave.) for outdoor storytime! Bring a blanket & snack & get ready to read, sing & dance! Storytime will take place at the library in case of inclement weather.
Nature Book Club
Tue, September 24, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Join us for a monthly book discussion. Our first book will be Crossings by Ben Goldfarb. A limited number of copies will be available at the library; please call before picking up your copy. Tea will be provided. We would like you to register, by using this link: …
Nature Rambling
Fri, September 27, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Andorra Library
Join us for short walks and nature journaling. We will provide materials and prompts to get you started. This is a multigenerational program and all are welcome. We will be meeting at the Wissahickon Environmental Center on September 20 & 27; October 4 & 11.
Clark Park Storytime (This is through the end of October)
Fri, September 27, 2024
10:00 P.M.
Clark Park (43rd St & Chester Ave.)
Join us in Clark Park by the playground (43rd St & Chester Ave.) for outdoor storytime! Bring a blanket & snack & get ready to read, sing & dance! Storytime will take place at the library in case of inclement weather.
Nature Rambling
Fri, October 4, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Andorra Library
Join us for short walks and nature journaling. We will provide materials and prompts to get you started. This is a multigenerational program and all are welcome. We will be meeting at the Wissahickon Environmental Center on September 20 & 27; October 4 & 11.
Clark Park Storytime (This is through the end of October)
Fri, October 4, 2024
10:00 P.M.
Clark Park (43rd St & Chester Ave.)
Join us in Clark Park by the playground (43rd St & Chester Ave.) for outdoor storytime! Bring a blanket & snack & get ready to read, sing & dance! Storytime will take place at the library in case of inclement weather.
Madan Sara
Sat, October 5, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Literature Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Women known as Madan Sara in Haiti work tirelessly to buy, distribute, and sell food and other essentials in markets through the country. Despite the obstacles faced by the women working in a sector that lacks investment, infrastructure and state assistance, the Madan Sara continue…
Animal Tales with the Philadelphia Zoo
Thu, October 10, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Each month, Charles L. Durham Library will be hosting the Philadelphia Zoo! Come listen to a story read by the librarian. Then, meet an animal from the story and discover and learn more about the animal with knowledgeable educators of the Philadelphia Zoo.
Nature Rambling
Fri, October 11, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Andorra Library
Join us for short walks and nature journaling. We will provide materials and prompts to get you started. This is a multigenerational program and all are welcome. We will be meeting at the Wissahickon Environmental Center on September 20 & 27; October 4 & 11.
Clark Park Storytime (This is through the end of October)
Fri, October 11, 2024
10:00 P.M.
Clark Park (43rd St & Chester Ave.)
Join us in Clark Park by the playground (43rd St & Chester Ave.) for outdoor storytime! Bring a blanket & snack & get ready to read, sing & dance! Storytime will take place at the library in case of inclement weather.
Clark Park Storytime (This is through the end of October)
Fri, October 18, 2024
10:00 P.M.
Clark Park (43rd St & Chester Ave.)
Join us in Clark Park by the playground (43rd St & Chester Ave.) for outdoor storytime! Bring a blanket & snack & get ready to read, sing & dance! Storytime will take place at the library in case of inclement weather.
Clark Park Storytime (This is through the end of October)
Fri, October 25, 2024
10:00 P.M.
Clark Park (43rd St & Chester Ave.)
Join us in Clark Park by the playground (43rd St & Chester Ave.) for outdoor storytime! Bring a blanket & snack & get ready to read, sing & dance! Storytime will take place at the library in case of inclement weather.
Spooky Ssssssnake Party!
Mon, October 28, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join snake expert Scott Prior and meet his favorite scaly friends as they visit the library, share interesting facts about snake behaviors and habitats, and answer your questions. If you are brave enough, you can pet one. For all ages. This event will take place in our The…
We Are What We Eat: An Exhibition from Special Collections
Now through Sat, November 2, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department
at
Parkway Central Library
The Free Library’s exhibition, We Are What We Eat , explores the intersection of food, community, and identity. With recipes and cooking techniques passed down through generations, culinary heritage helps preserve flavors and traditions of our ancestors. Food also connects us with the here…
Animal Tales with the Philadelphia Zoo
Thu, November 14, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Each month, Charles L. Durham Library will be hosting the Philadelphia Zoo! Come listen to a story read by the librarian. Then, meet an animal from the story and discover and learn more about the animal with knowledgeable educators of the Philadelphia Zoo.
Dinosaur Party
Thu, November 14, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Richmond Library
ROAR! It's Dinovember! Stomp on over to the library for dinosaur stories, crafts, and games for children and families.