PDPH Overdose Awareness & Reversal Training

Wed, April 24, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

With Philadelphia, and the nation, in the grips of an opioid overdose crisis, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health is now offering FREE training on overdose awareness and overdose reversal using naloxone, or Narcan. Trainings will be held at the Free Library of Philadelphia. Drug abuse…

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Community Open House

Thu, April 25, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Haddington Library

Meet your neighbors and the Friends of the Haddington Library. Join us for an evening of conversation and learning. Meet your neighbors, Haddington Library staff, and the Friends of Haddington Library. Bring your ideas for community collaboration and vision for the future of your neighborhood…

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Mifflin Square Park Vendor Village Spring Kick-Off

Sat, April 27, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Mifflin Square Park, between Wolf and Ritner and 5th and 6th Streets

Join us for the second-ever Vendor Village Kick-Off at Mifflin Square Park! This will be the relaunching of the SoPhiE Food truck for the spring and summer season. From April 27th on, SoPhiE will spend every Wednesday and Saturday at the park. Other Kick-Off activities include a farm stand,…

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Día & Children’s Book Week Celebration

Tue, April 30, 2019 4:30 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library

4:30 p.m.  Bilingual Storytime by Mr. Pagán 4:45 p.m.  Children’s Book Week poster and activity sheet 5:00 p.m.  Craft: Maracas and Mexican sombreros 5:30 p.m.  Puerto Rican live music performance by Bomplé 6:00 p.m.  Puerto Rican fritters food…

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Edible Alphabet en Español: Learn Spanish Through Cooking at the Library

Tue, April 30, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Culinary Literacy Center at Parkway Central Library

Looking for a chance to brush up on your Spanish language skills? Interested in meeting new people, learning to cook a classic Latin American dish and have a great time? Join us in the Culinary Literacy Center for our first ever Spanish language cooking class! Tuesday, April 30, 2019 6:00 pm -…

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Dionysus was Such a Nice Man

Wed, May 1, 2019 2:00 P.M.
The Wilma Theater 265 S. Broad Street

Curated in collaboration with the Wilma’s Literary Department, the Free Library’s Book Bike will be rolling INTO The Wilma Theater stocked with books related to the Wilma’s 2018/19 season. Kate Tarker’s world premiere, Dionysus Was Such a Nice Man, uses absurdism and…

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Philadelphia Theatre: From Then to Now

Sat, May 4, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Theatre Collection at Parkway Central Library

Philadelphia Theatre: From Then to Now Philadelphia holds an important place in the history of American theater. The first play written by an American author and staged by a professional company was presented at Philadelphia’s Southwark Theater. In the late 1800s and early 1900s, the…

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PDPH Overdose Awareness & Reversal Training

Mon, May 6, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

With Philadelphia, and the nation, in the grips of an opioid overdose crisis, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health is now offering FREE training on overdose awareness and overdose reversal using naloxone, or Narcan. Trainings will be held at the Free Library of Philadelphia. Drug abuse…

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Mysterious Traveler All Stars - Spring 2019 Concert

Mon, May 6, 2019 7:00 P.M.
Music Department at Parkway Central Library

The  Mysterious Travelers  are back! After March's magnificent Winter Concert and the  One Book - Report performance back in July, the Mysterious Traveler All Stars take the stage once again at the Montgomery Auditorium at the  Parkway Central Library…

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Primary Challenges: Superior Court Candidate Forum

Tue, May 7, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

In advance of the May 21 mayoral and city council primary elections, explore issues that impact Philadelphia’s neighborhoods through panel discussions and community conversations with policy-makers, candidates, civic groups and self-advocates. Hear from candidates for the Pennsylvania…

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Spanish Language Learning Circle - Information Session

Tue, May 7, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department at Parkway Central Library

Are you interested in learning Spanish or brushing up on your existing Spanish language skills? Have you ever started an online course only to lose motivation a few sessions in and never finish? Do you want to meet new people and explore adult learning opportunities at the library? Join us at…

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2019 Good Food For All! Conference

Thu, May 9, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Culinary Literacy Center at Parkway Central Library

We invite you to the Parkway Central Library for the fifth annual Good Food For All Conference, a gathering of people who are facing and fighting food insecurity in Philadelphia/ Live food demonstrations, workshops... and more! Learn about youth-led programs, equitable food systems, and…

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Access For All! A Digital Inclusion Networking Happy Hour

Fri, May 10, 2019 4:00 P.M.
The Critical Path Learning Center 1233 Locust Street 2nd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19107

Join the Technology Learning Collaborative for a Digital Inclusion happy hour. During this wonderful week dedicated to technology, network with leaders tackling digital literacy and digital equity issues across the city. Learn how you can get involved and be part of creating a world where…

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Free Library Comic Con

Sat, May 11, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Teen Center at Parkway Central Library

Gaming! Cosplay! Workshops! Art! Panel Discussions! The 5th Annual Free Library Comic Con event will be held at the Parkway Central Library on May 11, 2019 from 10:00a.m. 4:00 p.m.! Register for your FREE ticket on Eventbrite !   Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395…

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All Fiber Event

Sat, May 11, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Wynnefield Library

Join Sisters interacting through Stitches as we spend a fun day making creative items using different fabrics, materials, and techniques.  All ages are invited.

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Line by Logan | Fashion Show

Sat, May 11, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Logan Library

You are invited to our fashion extravaganza! Experience clothing conceptualized and brought to life on the runway - designed by our students and talented local designers.  You'll want to get here early to save a spot. Starts at 2:00 p.m. and runs through the afternoon.  

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Primary Challenges: Housing Equity Discussion

Wed, May 15, 2019 4:30 P.M.
McPherson Square Library

In advance of the May 21 mayoral and city council primary elections, explore issues that impact Philadelphia’s neighborhoods through panel discussions and community conversations with policy-makers, candidates, civic groups and self-advocates. How can Philadelphia ensure equitable…

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But What of Black Women? An Evening of Tea and Letters

Wed, May 15, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

"But what of black women?... I most sincerely doubt if any other race of women could have brought its fineness up through so devilish a fire."  -- W.E.B. Du Bois African American Women of the 19th and early 20th centuries would have enjoyed tea at social events, as well as…

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Primary Challenges: Schools and Education Progress Report

Thu, May 16, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Haddington Library

In advance of the May 21 mayoral and city council primary elections, explore issues that impact Philadelphia’s neighborhoods through panel discussions and community conversations with policy-makers, candidates, civic groups and self-advocates. What changes have resulted from the…

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Read Across Philly Weekend - Mifflin Loves Reading Day

Sat, May 18, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Mifflin Square Park

Wherever you are, take time to read! As part of Love Your Park, Come out to Mifflin Square Park from 1-3 to check out some books from the Free Library Book Bike or sign up for a library card.  Take a picture of you reading, reading to child, or just enjoying a book and upload it with the…

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