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Theatre Writers Gathering in Philadelphia
Sat, July 27, 2024
2:30 P.M.
Literature Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us at our Theatre Writer Advocacy Session on Saturday, July 27, from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm, featuring our new Philadelphia Affinity Regional Rep, Will Vence Jr, and our new Philadelphia Regional Rep, Charles Primerano. The Dramatists Guild is thrilled to continue our national…
Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!
Mon, July 29, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay for playtime immediately following storytime! Intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Nice weather? We'll be in Shakespeare Park, across the street from the library! Unfavorable weather? We'll…
Philadelphia Department of Health @ Parkway Central Library
Mon, July 29, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health offers immunizations and health outreach services at the Central Library. Our services include providing information on vaccines for all ages, distributing COVID-19 tests, masks, and hand sanitizers. Staff from the Department will be available…
Family Storytime at Parkway Pals!
Tue, July 30, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for a Family Storytime and to-go craft, while supplies last! This in-person, outdoor storytime will take place at Sister Cities Park and is in collaboration with Center City District. In the case of bad weather, the program will be cancelled with no make up date (check our…
Happy Birthday to the Wadsworth Library!
Tue, July 30, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library
The Wadsworth Library turns 65 on July 30th! Help us celebrate and no presents necessary. Join us for facepainting, balloon twisting, grilling, games and more. From 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Free Library Chess Club
Tue, July 30, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
Are you looking for a place to play chess, or are you interested in learning how to play? Join us on Tuesdays from 4:00-7:00 pm in the Heim Center on the First Floor. We have 20 chess sets and a limited amount of clocks available for use, or feel free to bring your own. RSVP at Facebook…
Town Hall with State Representative Tarik Khan
Tue, July 30, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Come meet Representative Khan and his staff! From 5:30 - 6:30 pm, they will be providing constituents with information on state government-related programs and services available like older adult SEPTA cards, PACE and PACENET, Property Tax and Rent Rebate applications, and more. From 6:30 pm -…
Narcan Training & Info Session
Tue, July 30, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Presented by UPenn's Center for Addiction Medicine and Policy (CAMP) Join us for a comprehensive training session where you'll learn how to administer Narcan (naloxone) to reverse opioid overdoses and understand the dangers associated with illicit xylazine (tranq) use. This…
National Avocado Day Family Program
Wed, July 31, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Bustleton Library
It’s national avocado day! We invite patrons to enjoy some fresh slices of avocado with different topping options and guacamole and chips.
Summer of Wonder Wednesdays
Wed, July 31, 2024
1:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Wednesdays are wonder-ful at South Philadelphia Library! Join us for activities and crafts, to track your summer reading, check out new books, and win prizes!
The Philadelphia City Commissioner's Office 2024 Elections Resource
Wed, July 31, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Have you ever wondered how the election system works in Philadelphia? The Philadelphia City Commissioners' Office will be in the Parkway Central lobby on Wednesday, July 31, from 2:00 p.m.-4 :00 p.m. to answer your questions regarding how elections work, and…
July New Play Reading Series
Wed, July 31, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Literature Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us on July 31st to hear a new play brought to life by actors and afterwards meet the cast and playwright. You might meet the next Suzin Lori Parks or Quiara Alegría Hudes! Good Boy Best Friend by Liv Shoup Shelby’s dog was dead to begin with.…
National Ice Cream Sandwich Day
Fri, August 2, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Bustleton Library
It's National Ice Cream Sandwich Day! Patrons are invited to join us for a cool treat.
Courageous Kids: Wilma Exhibit
Now through Fri, August 2, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
In partnership with Philadelphia Doll Museum Forward , we now have on display Wilma alongside related library materials and activities. Wilma was made to honor four brave Black girls named Ruby Bridges, Leona Tate, Gail Etienne Stripling, and Tessie Prevost who challenged school segregation. The…
Art Making Club
Sat, August 3, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for this drop-in, informal art making group. We'll have a variety of materials, project prompts, and of course, books! Participants may choose to bring their own projects and materials.
Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!
Mon, August 5, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay for playtime immediately following storytime! Intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Nice weather? We'll be in Shakespeare Park, across the street from the library! Unfavorable weather? We'll…
Friends of Whitman Library Monthly Meeting
Mon, August 5, 2024
6:30 P.M.
Whitman Library
The Friends of Whitman Library is a volunteer group who meets once a month to discuss library happenings and fundraising opportunities. This meeting will take place inside the library. Anyone interested in learning more about the Friends of Whitman Library is welcome to attend! Please email…
Family Storytime at Parkway Pals!
Tue, August 6, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for a Family Storytime and to-go craft, while supplies last! This in-person, outdoor storytime will take place at Sister Cities Park and is in collaboration with Center City District. In the case of bad weather, the program will be cancelled with no make up date (check our…
Summer Family Craft Day
Tue, August 6, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Join us and have fun making various crafts with your family, all afternoon from 12:00-6:00 p.m.!
End of Summer Reading Raffle Party!
Tue, August 6, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Join us for a batch of activities throughout the afternoon and evening: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.: StoryCorps Black History Project presentation 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.: Board Games 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.: Amazing Mr. Q performance for children. 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.: Julian Hartwell, a jazz soloist will perform 5:00 -…