Indego Bicycle Street Skills

Thu, August 24, 2017 6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Do you want to try Indego , but need to build a little more confidence in your city biking skills? Indego Street Skills is a FREE 90 minute class that will give you the knowledge to start bicycling safely in Philadelphia. We cover everything you need to know to have fun and be safe. Includes: ?…

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Savoring Summer Fruits

Thu, August 24, 2017 6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Join cookbook author Marisa McClellan and fruit farmer Ben Wenk for a fresh take on preserving the summer's abundant harvest. Marisa will demonstrate how to make Spicy Tomato Chutney and a low sugar Peach Jam and Ben will share stories on what goes into bringing all that luscious fruit to…

Adult Senior Health Programs Workshops and Enrichment Culinary Literacy

CityLife Clinic: Adult Nutrition Workshop

Fri, August 25, 2017 10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West

FREE Cooking and Nutrition Workshops every Friday in January from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This workshop, led by a registered dietitian, is being offered by the Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative's Adult and Senior Nutrition Program in conjunction with CityLife Clinics. The Agatston Urban…

Adult Discussion and Participation Health Programs Workshops and Enrichment Culinary Literacy Cooking & Nutrition Education Health

A Taste of African Heritage

Mon, August 28, 2017 5:30 P.M.
David Cohen Ogontz Library

This 4-week nutrition and hands-on cooking program will teach you about:  traditional herbs and spices, greens, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, tubers, stews and more!   This is supported by Einstein's Nutrition Education Program.  Space is limited and pre-registration is…

Adult Health Programs African American Body, Mind & Spirit Cooking & Nutrition Health

Yoga

Mon, August 28, 2017 6:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

Monday night yoga for all levels with certified instructor. Adults and teens of all skill levels are welcome to participate.  Please, bring your own mat.  New participants will be asked to sign a waiver. 

Adult Young Adult Health Programs Body, Mind & Spirit Yoga

Live, Eat, Breathe, Sleep, Be Healthy

Wed, September 6, 2017 12:00 P.M.
Haverford Library

Stop by the library and have  a member of the Lankenau Medical Center staff check your blood pressure. Knowing your numbers can help you take the right steps to protect your heart.

Adult Young Adult Senior Health Programs Culinary Literacy Health & Fitness

Winter Squash: A World of Flavors

Wed, September 6, 2017 6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Winter squash are a great source of Vitamins A & C, potassium and fiber, especially soluble fiber that helps regulate blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Herbs and spices can transform winter squash favorites such as butternut squash into simple and delicious vegetable dishes. In this class,…

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Storytime Yoga for Preschoolers

Sat, September 9, 2017 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Beth Heed from Oak and Acorn Wellness will host a class filled with stories, yoga and fun for 2- to 5-year-olds. Move, play and explore your body in creative ways as we read stories!  No prior yoga experience is necessary, but bring a mat if possible.  Free; 11 a.m. to noon.  For…

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A Taste of African Heritage

Mon, September 11, 2017 5:30 P.M.
David Cohen Ogontz Library

This 4-week nutrition and hands-on cooking program will teach you about:  traditional herbs and spices, greens, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, tubers, stews and more!   This is supported by Einstein's Nutrition Education Program.  Space is limited and pre-registration is…

Adult Health Programs African American Body, Mind & Spirit Cooking & Nutrition Health

You Can Quit Smoking!

Tue, September 12, 2017 1:00 P.M.
Lawncrest Library

If you are ready to gain control and stop smoking, we are here to help! This 4-week program is offered by the Fox Chase Cancer Center and will help you learn to live smoke-free! Get help understanding addiction, learning about nicotine replacement therapy, coping with urges and stresses and…

Adult Health Programs Health & Fitness

You Can Quit Smoking!

Tue, September 19, 2017 1:00 P.M.
Lawncrest Library

If you are ready to gain control and stop smoking, we are here to help! This 4-week program is offered by the Fox Chase Cancer Center and will help you learn to live smoke-free! Get help understanding addiction, learning about nicotine replacement therapy, coping with urges and stresses and…

Adult Health Programs Health & Fitness

Live, Eat, Breathe, Sleep, Be Healthy

Wed, September 20, 2017 12:00 P.M.
Haverford Library

Stop by the library and have  a member of the Lankenau Medical Center staff check your blood pressure. Knowing your numbers can help you take the right steps to protect your heart.

Adult Young Adult Senior Health Programs Culinary Literacy Health & Fitness

You Can Quit Smoking!

Tue, September 26, 2017 1:00 P.M.
Lawncrest Library

If you are ready to gain control and stop smoking, we are here to help! This 4-week program is offered by the Fox Chase Cancer Center and will help you learn to live smoke-free! Get help understanding addiction, learning about nicotine replacement therapy, coping with urges and stresses and…

Adult Health Programs Health & Fitness

Teen Tuesday with Get HYPE!

Tue, September 26, 2017 3:30 P.M.
Teen Center at Parkway Central Library

Join us for a special Teen Tuesday with our friends at  Get HYPE Philly!  This Teen Tuesday will feature a cooking element where we learn to make healthy food and snacks! This program will be located in Room 108. Get HYPE! is a high-energy collective impact initiative…

Young Adult Health Programs Body, Mind & Spirit Cooking & Nutrition Health & Fitness Teens Get HYPE Philly Health

Indego Bicycle Street Skills

Thu, September 28, 2017 6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Do you want to try Indego , but need to build a little more confidence in your city biking skills? Indego Street Skills is a FREE 90 minute class that will give you the knowledge to start bicycling safely in Philadelphia. We cover everything you need to know to have fun and be safe. Includes: ?…

Adult Young Adult Health Programs Environment & Nature Health & Fitness Sports & Recreation Bicycling

You Can Quit Smoking!

Tue, October 3, 2017 1:00 P.M.
Lawncrest Library

If you are ready to gain control and stop smoking, we are here to help! This 4-week program is offered by the Fox Chase Cancer Center and will help you learn to live smoke-free! Get help understanding addiction, learning about nicotine replacement therapy, coping with urges and stresses and…

Adult Health Programs Health & Fitness

Storytime Yoga for Preschoolers

Sat, October 14, 2017 10:30 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Beth Heed from Oak and Acorn Wellness will host a class filled with stories, yoga and fun for 2- to 5-year-olds. Move, play and explore your body in creative ways as we read stories!  No prior yoga experience is necessary, but bring a mat if possible.  Free; 11 a.m. to noon.  For…

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Edible Alphabet: Learning English Through Cooking

Mon, October 16, 2017 11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

Adults are invited to this  FREE English as a Second Languag (ESL) class where students learn English through cooking.  This class is a part of a six-week series in the Culinary Literacy Center. Questions? Call 215-686-5323 or email kitchen@freelibrary.org.  

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Edible Alphabet: Learning English Through Cooking

Mon, October 23, 2017 11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

Adults are invited to this  FREE English as a Second Languag (ESL) class where students learn English through cooking.  This class is a part of a six-week series in the Culinary Literacy Center. To register, call 215-686-5323 or email kitchen@freelibrary.org.  

Adult Discussion and Participation Community Events Health Programs Culinary Literacy New Americans ESL ESL - English as a Second Language

Teen Tuesday with Get HYPE!

Tue, October 24, 2017 3:30 P.M.
Teen Center at Parkway Central Library

Join us for a special Teen Tuesday with our friends at  Get HYPE Philly!  This Teen Tuesday will feature a cooking element where we learn to make healthy food and snacks! This program will be located in Room 108. Get HYPE! is a high-energy collective impact initiative…

Young Adult Health Programs Body, Mind & Spirit Cooking & Nutrition Health & Fitness Teens Get HYPE Philly Health