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Chair Yoga with Yoga4Philly

Fri, December 8, 2023 10:10 A.M.
Fox Chase Library

Chair Yoga with Yoga4philly Friday 10:10 am No registration; Masking suggested.

Adult
Senior

Stop the Bleed. Save a Life.

Mon, December 11, 2023 2:00 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Death due to traumatic bleeding can occur in less than 5 minutes. In one hour, you can learn to save a life. In response to increased violence throughout Philadelphia an experienced RN will teach non-medical individuals the proper steps to aid an injured person until help arrives.…

Adult
Senior

Healthy Snacks for Kids

Mon, December 11, 2023 3:00 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Have fun creating (and eating) yummy snacks with us. You will be able to make these at home for your family to enjoy. Learn about nutrition and healhty ingredients.. This program is presented by educators from Jefferson-Einstein's A Better Start F.U.N. program and is…

Penn Med's Health Talk Tuesdays | Urinary Health

Tue, December 12, 2023 2:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness at Parkway Central Library

Join us for Bladder Fitness After 60! We will discuss how the bladder works and how to keep yours healthy as you age. Learn from Dr. Udauk Andy, a urogynecologist who specializes in pelvic floor disorders and incontinence. Dr. Andy’s research is focused on urinary health issues in older…

Serving Up MyPlate: A Yummy Curriculum

Tue, December 12, 2023 4:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Learn about the new, improved version of the food pyramid with educators from Jefferson-Einstein. We will explore nutritious foods and fun activities, including food tasting and prep. For school age kids.

School Age

CAMP Info Session

Tue, December 12, 2023 4:00 P.M.
Haddington Library

Join University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Addiction Medicine and Policy for an Information Session on Substance Abuse Harm Reduction and a Narcan Training. Community Meeting Room

Adult

Health

Bridging Blocks: Early Childhood Sex Education?

Tue, December 12, 2023 5:00 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library

Join us for a "Building Blocks" community conversation. WHYY and the Chestnut Hill Library will lead a discussion how young is too young to begin sex education, and what should be taught based on age level. Bridging Blocks is a partnership between WHYY and the Free…

Adult
Senior

Health

Free Narcan and Fentanyl Test Strip Distribution

Wed, December 13, 2023 1:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH) has partnered with the Library to offer a safe, discreet place to pick-up Narcan and Fentanyl Test Strips, during the library's open hours. PDPH will be at the library from 1:00 until 3:00 p.m. to answer questions and provide…

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"Our American Family" Film Screening

Wed, December 13, 2023 6:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness at Parkway Central Library

Join the Free Library and Twin Seas Media in Parkway Central's Skyline Room for a special film screening. Addiction is an all-encompassing force not only in the lives of the afflicted, but also in those around them. Captured at a pivotal “nothing to lose” moment…

Adult Yoga

Thu, December 14, 2023 3:30 P.M.
Whitman Library

Join Whitman Library for in-person yoga classes with instructors Janet Faulis and Ann-Marie Mulgrew. Bring your own or use Whitman's mats and blocks. This class is free and for all levels. This weekly program is sponsored by the Friends of Whitman Library.

Adult

Other Great Programs

Chair Yoga with Yoga4Philly

Fri, December 15, 2023 10:10 A.M.
Fox Chase Library

Chair Yoga with Yoga4philly Friday 10:10 am No registration; Masking suggested.

Adult
Senior

Autism 365 Masked Gala Fundraiser

Sat, December 16, 2023 7:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

The Autism 365 Masked Gala, co-hosted by the Free Library and District Council 33, is designed to bring our community together in support of individuals and families living with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This is a formal event with a catered menu and silent auction: Philadelphia Eagles…

Free COVID-19 Tests & Health Information Table

Mon, December 18, 2023 2:00 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library

A representative from The Philadelphia Department of Public Health will be available at the Donatucci Library to distribute free COVID-19 tests, hand sanitizer and protective face masks for children and adults; in addition to answer questions and provide information on free health…

Adult
Senior

Health

Free Health Screenings

Tue, December 19, 2023 11:00 A.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Miriam Medical Clinics will be at the library providing free health screenings, including: blood pressure screening testing of random glucose medication review with a pharmacist covid and flu vaccinations Stop by between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the Month.

Adult
Senior

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Senior Health Information Series

Tue, December 19, 2023 1:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Join us for an eight-part series on useful health information for seniors. The series will be presented by Ms. Jeraldine Kohut, Community Liaison at Presbyterian Senior Living. We will meet on the third Tuesday of the month, through June 18, 2024. Come one time, or all the…

Adult
Senior

Free Narcan and Fentanyl Test Strip Distribution

Wed, December 20, 2023 1:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

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Free At-Home COVID Test Distribution

Wed, December 20, 2023 2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Pick up FREE at-home COVID tests from the Department of Public Health at Fumo Library. No insurance or ID is required. Please call 215-685-5488 or email health.resourcehubs@phila.gov with any questions.