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CANCELLED - Author Talk: Fasaha Traylor
Tue, March 31, 2020
6:30 A.M.
West Oak Lane Library
Cost: FREE
Fasaha Traylor, co-author with Dr. Allener Baker-Rogers, will be here to speak about their new book They Carried Us: The Social Impact of Philadelphia's Black Women Leaders . This book traces the lives and impact of ninety-five Philadelphia black women, and is part of our Women's History…
Home
Now through Wed, April 1, 2020
6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
The Home mural project is a collaboration between artist Michelle Angela Ortiz and Writers Room members Carol Richardson McCullough and Jordan McCullough. Amy Gottsegen (Drexel ’19) contributed the portrait of Keyssh Datts (Robeson High School ’19), taken while they were TRIPOD…
Census Action Day Senior Fair
Sat, April 4, 2020
1:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Seniors count! And the 2020 Census counts on you. Visit information tables and find out about services from local and city organizations, and get help with completing the census online. 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Enjoy live music 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Learn how to make the most of…
Free Tree Giveaway!
Sat, April 4, 2020
2:00 P.M.
Logan Library
Would you like to receive a free tree for your yard? TreePhilly will be on hand with young trees for Philadelphia residents. There are a limited amount of trees available, and you will need to rsvp in advance, by clicking this link https://forms.gle/DgLiBuZynq4r51XX9 to…
Saving and Debt Management
Thu, April 9, 2020
5:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Learners are introduced to the benefits of saving and how to set reasonable and achievable savings goals. In addition, strategies for establishing a savings account and developing savings habits will be reviewed.
Using the Marketing Mix to Rise Above the Competition
Mon, April 13, 2020
6:00 P.M.
Workplace
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Parkway Central Library
Curtis' story is from when he got laid off and how devastating it was for him. He took actions to get himself back to employment and developed new strategies to ensure he would never fear being laid off again. The 5 key messages and more that will be discussed include: 1. Understand that you…
Beating the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
Sat, April 18, 2020
11:00 A.M.
Andorra Library
As a job seeker, are you wondering why you are not getting any response to your online submissions? Uncover why human eyes may never see the resumes you submit online and discover what you need to do to optimize your resume to beat the dreaded ATS. Have your current resume available to mark up…
Becoming a Homebuyer
Thu, April 23, 2020
5:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Learners are introduced to the pros and cons of homeownership and the process of buying a home. This topic will review all the steps involved in purchasing a home, including searching for a home, applying for a loan, homebuyer’s assistance, mortgage payments, and the associated taxes and…
Japanese Conversation Club
Thu, April 23, 2020
6:30 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join us in the Heim Center Room 131 to enjoy a casual environment where you can talk about all things Japan! All levels of Japanese and English speakers are welcome. Registration not required. For more information contact JAPANPHILLY.ORG or adultlearning@freelibrary.org
Explore the Whitman Sampler With Artist Kelly McQuain
Fri, April 24, 2020
3:00 P.M.
First Floor Gallery West
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Parkway Central Library
Join Voyages by Road and Sea featured artist Kelly McQuain in the West Gallery for an up-close look at his Whitman Sampler . McQuain will share the origin of this unique sculpture and explain the significance of its hidden parts. McQuain writes this about his artwork: "The Whitman Sampler…
Garden Variety: An Arrangement of Exceptional Art
Now through Sun, May 3, 2020
5:00 P.M.
Print and Picture Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Hints of warmer weather and longer days signal to gardeners that spring is near. For many, the season unofficially begins with the Philadelphia Flower Show, the largest and longest-running horticultural celebration in the country. The Map Collection , Children’s Literature Research…
Garden Variety: An Arrangement of Exceptional Art
Now through Sun, May 3, 2020
5:00 P.M.
Map Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Hints of warmer weather and longer days signal to gardeners that spring is near. For many, the season unofficially begins with the Philadelphia Flower Show, the largest and longest-running horticultural celebration in the country. The Map Collection , Children’s Literature Research…
Garden Variety: An Arrangement of Exceptional Art
Now through Sun, May 3, 2020
5:00 P.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Hints of warmer weather and longer days signal to gardeners that spring is near. For many, the season unofficially begins with the Philadelphia Flower Show, the largest and longest-running horticultural celebration in the country. The Map Collection , Children’s Literature Research…
Japanese Conversation Club
Tue, May 5, 2020
6:30 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join us in the Heim Center Rooms 131-132 to enjoy a casual environment where you can talk about all things Japan! All levels of Japanese and English speakers are welcome. Registration not required. For more information contact JAPANPHILLY.ORG or adultlearning@freelibrary.org
Dance the Bop at the Library
Tue, May 5, 2020
6:30 P.M.
Logan Library
The African American community in Philadelphia created a style of dance that took the country by storm in the 1950s, called the Philly Bop. All skill levels are invited to join us to learn "The Bop" in this fun dance class! We'll also dance the Cha Cha. Social dances,…
Preventing Foreclosure
Thu, May 7, 2020
5:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Learners are introduced to foreclosure, how to find help to prevent foreclosure, create emergency plans, and aid family and friends in a foreclosure crisis.
Building a Network for Success
Mon, May 11, 2020
6:00 P.M.
Workplace
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Parkway Central Library
Decision makers and influencers who can actually move your business or career forward are leaving over saturated networking channels in droves, looking to more curated invitation only experiences and communities where they can maximize their value and protect their time. It's time to stop…
Dance the Bop at the Library
Tue, May 12, 2020
6:30 P.M.
Logan Library
The African American community in Philadelphia created a style of dance that took the country by storm in the 1950s, called the Philly Bop. All skill levels are invited to join us to learn "The Bop" in this fun dance class! We'll also dance the Cha Cha. Social dances,…
Dance the Bop at the Library
Tue, May 19, 2020
6:30 P.M.
Logan Library
The African American community in Philadelphia created a style of dance that took the country by storm in the 1950s, called the Philly Bop. All skill levels are invited to join us to learn "The Bop" in this fun dance class! We'll also dance the Cha Cha. Social dances,…
Taxes
Thu, May 21, 2020
5:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Learners will gain understanding of tax credits, the forms necessary to file, the how to prepare for tax season, and where to go for assistance with taxes. The Earned Income Tax Credit and the federal guidelines to receive this credit will also be briefly covered.