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Cuentos Infantiles en Español |Children’s Storytime in Spanish with Read, Baby Read!
Thu, May 26, 2022
11:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Se invita a los niños/as y a los adultos que los acompañan para que participen en un programa de cuentos, rimas y cantos en inglés y español en el parque infantil DiSilvestro. ----- Children and their caregivers are invited to take part in a storytime program…
Pop-Up Library at Markward Playground
Thu, May 26, 2022
11:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
The Free Library Book Bike is coming to a neighborhood spot near you! Join PCI Library staff to learn more about summer reading and other library programs, pick up a take-and-make craft kit, and sign up for a library card at Markward Playground.
Storytime: Alma and How She Got Her Name
Thu, May 26, 2022
4:00 P.M.
Bushrod Library
Children and their caregivers are invite to join the Bushrod Library for a read-aloud of the One Book, One Philadelphia 2022 children’s selection, Alma and How She Got Her Name by Juana Martinez-Neal. A limited supply of free copies of the book will be available for…
Collage and Storytime: Alma and How She Got Her Name
Thu, May 26, 2022
4:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Children and their caregivers are invite to join the Lucien Blackwell Library at Malcom X Park for a read-aloud of the One Book, One Philadelphia 2022 children’s selection, Alma and How She Got Her Name by Juana Martinez-Neal. A limited supply of free copies of the book…
Storytime: Alma and How She Got Her Name
Tue, May 31, 2022
11:00 A.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
Children and their caregivers are invite to join the Thomas F Donatucci Library for a read-aloud of the One Book, One Philadelphia 2022 children’s selection, Alma and How She Got Her Name by Juana Martinez-Neal. A limited supply of free copies of the book will be available…
Souls Shot Exhibition
Tue, May 31, 2022
11:00 A.M.
Logan Library
Please make it a point to come in and view the powerful portraits of the Souls Shot exhibition. Fine artists were teamed up with families of individuals who died due to gun violence. Today is the last day to view the exhibition.
Live Music at the Library!
Tue, May 31, 2022
2:00 P.M.
Logan Library
Join ARTZ Philadelphia for a live in-person performance by members of the Big Bad Band Combo ! This is a rain or shine event. For more info about ARTZ Philadelphia, contact them at info@artzphilly.org This program is presented by "Music in the Neighborhood", a new program in our…
Zine Workshop for Teens
Tue, May 31, 2022
4:00 P.M.
Widener Library
Who are you? Tell the world in a zine, a classic DIY magazine meant to be shared! Using this year’s One Book, One Philadelphia selection as inspiration, teens are invited to explore aspects of their own identities as they learn to make a classic 8-page minizine. All…
Live Cooking Demo - Vegan Dishes
Tue, May 31, 2022
5:00 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Join the Fishtown Community Library and the Mobile Cooking Teacher on Facebook Live for a virtual live cooking demo. We are cooking vegan dishes in May! Keisha Prosser, aka the Mobile Cooking Teacher and founder of Kids Can Cook PA Workshops, is a native of Philadelphia, PA. Having over 20…
Indigenous Caribbean Heritage Workshop
Tue, May 31, 2022
7:00 P.M.
Online
In My Broken Language --the One Book, One Philadelphia 2022 featured book --Quiara Alegría Hudes explores her own indigenous heritage and some of the history of indigenous peoples in Puerto Rico. This online presentation and discussion will provide an introduction to Caribbean…
Gardening Stories Workshop
Wed, June 1, 2022
4:00 P.M.
Richmond Library
This hands-on workshop for children and caregivers celebrates culturally relevant plants in the Latine diaspora, as well as plants that are native to Philadelphia. Focusing on how they connect us and help to tell the stories of who we are, we’ll learn to identify different plants and their…
Environmental Care in the Climate Crisis: A 'Hear Me Out' Dialogue
Wed, June 1, 2022
5:30 P.M.
Zoom
Join your fellow Pennsylvanians in dialogue across distance and difference! With growing attention towards global natural disasters caused by climate change, loss of hope for the future of our planet and climate doomism is prevalent in public discourse. The goal of this two-hour session is…
Pop-Up Library in Fitler Square
Thu, June 2, 2022
11:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
The Free Library Book Bike is coming to a neighborhood spot near you! Join PCI Library staff to learn more about summer reading and other library programs, pick up a take-and-make craft kit, and sign up for a library card in Fitler Square.
Cuentos Infantiles en Español |Children’s Storytime in Spanish with Read, Baby Read!
Thu, June 2, 2022
11:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Se invita a los niños/as y a los adultos que los acompañan para que participen en un programa de cuentos, rimas y cantos en inglés y español en el parque infantil DiSilvestro. ----- Children and their caregivers are invited to take part in a storytime program…
Zine Workshop for Teens
Thu, June 2, 2022
3:00 P.M.
Bustleton Library
Who are you? Tell the world in a zine, a classic DIY magazine meant to be shared! Using this year’s One Book, One Philadelphia selection as inspiration, teens are invited to explore aspects of their own identities as they learn to make a classic 8-page minizine. All…
Cooking Class: Arroz con Gandules (rice with pigeon peas)
Thu, June 2, 2022
4:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Does your family have a recipe for rice, beans, or both? This workshop includes quick cooking demos and tips, tastings, and conversations that focus on rice and beans recipes from Puerto Rico, ranging from staple and comfort foods to celebratory dishes. As we learn about these dishes and eat,…
Summer Reading Kick-Off Party
Thu, June 2, 2022
4:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Outdoor “block-party” on the rec center tennis courts. Neighbors of all ages can sign up for Summer of Wonder, grab some water ice & soft pretzels, and enjoy live music. For the kids we’ll have games, prizes, arts & craft tables, storytime, and even a traffic garden to…
One Book & PHLAFF 2022 Mixer: Happy Hour, Treats and Shorts
Thu, June 2, 2022
6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
The One Book, One Philadelphia 2022 selection, My Broken Language --Quiara Alegría Hudes' memoir of coming of age in 1980s and 90s Philadelphia--is a testament to the power of story-keeping and building a community archive of Philly's Latinx voices. Join us for a…
Getting to Know Me: Ayesha
Fri, June 3, 2022
3:00 P.M.
Frankford Library
Ayesha is a fictional character who is Muslim. She was born and raised in West Philadelphia, and has selected a number of objects that reflect her life, culture and heritage, which she would like to share with you. Shahadah Abdul-Rashid, program creator, will…
Produce Palette: an art and agriculture workshop
Fri, June 3, 2022
5:30 P.M.
Culinary Literacy Center
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Parkway Central Library
The Free Library of Philadelphia's Culinary Literacy Center and Art Department welcome you to a free, community class that will enhance both your culinary palate and your artistic palette! We will gather to draw or paint a still life of interesting fruits, to develop artistic skills,…