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Exhibition Opening | Secretary to the People: Sheryl Oring Uses a Typewriter to Activate Democracy with Art on the Streets of Philly and Beyond
Thu, January 30, 2025
5:30 P.M.
First Floor Gallery West
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Parkway Central Library
Join us on the evening of January 30th at the Parkway Central branch of The Free Library of Philadelphia as we launch this multimedia installation showcasing over 20 years of work by artist Sheryl Oring. With her “I Wish to Say” project, in which she dresses as a 1960s secretary and…
Today We Are Possible Exhibit
Now through Fri, January 31, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
"Today We Are Possible" is an exploration of the connections between gender and wealth. Photographer Gregory Wright skillfully captures vibrant and intimate portraits depicting the captivating stories of six remarkable Philadelphia women—Faith, Ingrid, Ivy, Taina, Tamara,…
Poe Party
Fri, January 31, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Join The Raven Society , Philadelphia’s premier young professional group of literacy lovers and curiosity connoisseurs, for a celebration of Edgar Allan Poe's 216th birthday! Step into an evening of intrigue and revelry with heavy hors d’oeuvres, complimentary cocktails, and…
Ants on a Log Presents: Ice Cream for Breakfast Day Concert!
Sat, February 1, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join local musical group Ants on a Log for an Ice Cream for Breakfast Day Concert! This FREE event will be extra special as the Ants welcome Brittany Lynn to participate in the festivities! Join us for a magical morning of songs and stories. After the show, stick around for more…
Music and Movement Storytime
Sat, February 1, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and movement that celebrates all things music! For ages 7 and under and their caregivers.
Heritage Hangout
Sat, February 1, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Join Friends of the Tanner House and Free Library Exhibitions for their second annual Heritage Hangout from 2:30 - 4:30 PM. We invite all those interested in Black memory work, the archives, and heritage preservation to join us at Parkway Central Library to celebrate one another and steward…
Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!
Mon, February 3, 2025
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. Cooler weather? We'll have storytime in the auditorium on the ground floor! Warmer weather? We'll be…
Read To a Therapy Dog
Mon, February 3, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Readers of all ages can read to Huey, our certified therapy dog! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too! You may wish to call in advance day-of to confirm that…
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…
Friends of Whitman Library Monthly Meeting
Mon, February 3, 2025
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…
Free Library Chess Club
Tue, February 4, 2025
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…
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.
Threading the Past into the Future: Memory Work
Thu, February 6, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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Parkway Central Library
This free, drop-in series will gather library users and staff to sort through memories and materials related to Parkway Central Library and its opening in 1927. Everyone is welcome to attend one or more sessions in the series to share their recollections and interpretations of this space…
Micheaux Mission Black History Podcast – Live!
Thu, February 6, 2025
7:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
The Free Library is excited to have Vincent Williams and Len Webb provide a live broadcast of their podcast, the Micheaux Mission. Two Men. One Podcast. Every Black Film Ever Made. Join us to review and discuss the Top Ten Black Films that started as books. The conversation will be…
Music and Movement Storytime
Sat, February 8, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and movement that celebrates all things music! For ages 7 and under and their caregivers.
Lunar New Year Celebration!
Sat, February 8, 2025
12:15 P.M.
Music Department
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Parkway Central Library
Celebrate the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Snake at this joyful cultural exchange event with the Asian communities, students, and families! Enjoy an afternoon of fascinating Asian music and dance performances. Event program: bit.ly/FLPLunarNY25 Hosted by The Free Library…
Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!
Mon, February 10, 2025
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. Cooler weather? We'll have storytime in the auditorium on the ground floor! Warmer weather? We'll be…
Read To a Therapy Dog
Mon, February 10, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Readers of all ages can read to Huey, our certified therapy dog! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too! You may wish to call in advance day-of to confirm that…
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…
Free Library Chess Club
Tue, February 11, 2025
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…