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Tween Talk
Mon, January 27, 2025
3:15 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library
Designed to provide a safe, inclusive, and informative space for tweens to learn about important topics that will help them navigate the pre-teen years with confidence and knowledge. This program, led by Planned Parenthood, will cover topics such as consent, gender identity, healthy…
Chair Yoga with Lindsey
Mon, January 27, 2025
5:45 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Chair Yoga is a form of yoga that uses a chair as the main prop versus a traditional mat. This makes the practice more accessible to those that have trouble putting pressure on the knees and wrists, and is suitable for all levels and ages. The program will be taught by Lindsey Gill, a certified…
Resource Table - Community Wellness
Tue, January 28, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Stop by the resource table from the Community Wellness Engagement Unit of the City of Philadelphia's Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Services (DBHIDS). See how they can help you, your family, or friends. 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Community Wellness Resource Table
Tue, January 28, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Stop by the community wellness resource table and chat with certified peer support specialists working in your neighborhood. See how they can help you, your friends, family, and neighbors. Hosted by the Community Wellness Engagement Unit of the City of Philadelphia's Department of Behavioral…
Chair Yoga with Yoga4Philly
Wed, January 29, 2025
10:10 A.M.
Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library will be offering a Chair Yoga series on Wednesdays at 10:10. Chair Yoga will be presented by Yoga4Philly. No registration required. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Bustleton Library.
Walking Wednesdays
Wed, January 29, 2025
10:15 A.M.
Whitman Library
Put on your walking shoes as you join us every Wednesday for Walking Group. We meet at Whitman Library, walk up to Washington Ave and walk back to Whitman Library. No need to be a speed walker, this group is a walk at your own pace, low-pressure walking program.
Health & Wellness Days – Center for Addiction Medicine and Policy (CAMP)
Thu, January 30, 2025
1:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Representatives from UPenn's Center for Addiction Medicine and Policy (CAMP) will provide information on various resources and services in the city along with Free Narcan, toiletries and other giveaways.
Tween Talk
Mon, February 3, 2025
3:15 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library
Designed to provide a safe, inclusive, and informative space for tweens to learn about important topics that will help them navigate the pre-teen years with confidence and knowledge. This program, led by Planned Parenthood, will cover topics such as consent, gender identity, healthy…
Kid's Cooking Club
Mon, February 3, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Experience the art and science of cooking while you make a delicious snack with your very own hands! 2/3 No Bake Sweet Potato Pie 3/3 Grilled Cheese 4/7 Paper Bag Popcorn
Chair Yoga with Lindsey
Mon, February 3, 2025
5:45 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Chair Yoga is a form of yoga that uses a chair as the main prop versus a traditional mat. This makes the practice more accessible to those that have trouble putting pressure on the knees and wrists, and is suitable for all levels and ages. The program will be taught by Lindsey Gill, a certified…
Walking Wednesdays
Wed, February 5, 2025
10:15 A.M.
Whitman Library
Put on your walking shoes as you join us every Wednesday for Walking Group. We meet at Whitman Library, walk up to Washington Ave and walk back to Whitman Library. No need to be a speed walker, this group is a walk at your own pace, low-pressure walking program.
COVID Resources at the Library
Wed, February 5, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Please stop by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH) information table to learn about resources available to you, such as testing, vaccination, information about mental health care, housing or other needs. Pick up a free mask or take-home test kit. PDPH outreach staff…
Philadelphia Department of Public Health Giveaway & Info Table
Wed, February 5, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Kensington Library
Check in with the Philadelphia Department of Public Health table for giveaway and COVID-19 test kits and accurate, up-to-date health information.
Resource Table - Community Wellness
Thu, February 6, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Stop by the resource table from the Community Wellness Engagement Unit of the City of Philadelphia's Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Services (DBHIDS). See how they can help you, your family, or friends. 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Health & Wellness Days – Center for Addiction Medicine and Policy (CAMP)
Thu, February 6, 2025
1:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Representatives from UPenn's Center for Addiction Medicine and Policy (CAMP) will provide information on various resources and services in the city along with Free Narcan, toiletries and other giveaways.
Black Hair Care 101
Sat, February 8, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
This first program will focus on the impact of society on black hair culture and how black hair culture has impacted the world. Michelle Prince will highlight how some of these practices have negatively impacted black hair including alopecia (hair loss) and scalp related issues in the black…
Stop the Bleed Training
Mon, February 10, 2025
1:00 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library
Death due to traumatic bleeding can occur in less than 5 minutes. In under 1 hour, you can learn to save a life. Individuals will receive formal Stop the Bleed training, which includes a presentation followed by hands-on practice of applying direct pressure, packing a wound, and using a…
Philadelphia Department of Public Health Resource Table
Mon, February 10, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Speak with a representative from Philadelphia’s Department of Public Health! Resources will be available as well as free COVID tests, pads, condoms, and other health-related supplies.
Tween Talk
Mon, February 10, 2025
3:15 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library
Designed to provide a safe, inclusive, and informative space for tweens to learn about important topics that will help them navigate the pre-teen years with confidence and knowledge. This program, led by Planned Parenthood, will cover topics such as consent, gender identity, healthy…
Chair Yoga with Lindsey
Mon, February 10, 2025
5:45 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Chair Yoga is a form of yoga that uses a chair as the main prop versus a traditional mat. This makes the practice more accessible to those that have trouble putting pressure on the knees and wrists, and is suitable for all levels and ages. The program will be taught by Lindsey Gill, a certified…