BINGO Bash

Mon, April 23, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Try your luck at BINGO afterschool.  Best for kids ages 8 and up.

School Age Other Great Programs Games and Gaming

Capoeira for Teens

Mon, April 23, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Learn about the instruments, music, moves and more as we experience Capoeira.  This is a Brazilian martial art form that was invented by slaves to disguise fighting with dance.  Wear comfortable long pants, and a t-shirt.

Young Adult Other Great Programs Performing Arts dance

Read With A Dog!

Mon, April 23, 2018 4:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

School age kids are invited to come read with Orchid, a certified therapy dog, and share a new book or an old favorite in a judgement free space.  Dogs love to hear stories! Space may be limited.

School Age Other Great Programs PAWS Read to a Dog

Board Games

Mon, April 23, 2018 5:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

You can play Scrabble, Chess, Monopoly, and other board games.  

Adult Young Adult Other Great Programs Board Games and Role-Playing

The Annual Maurice English Poetry Reading: Paul Muldoon

Mon, April 23, 2018 5:30 P.M.
The Rosenbach

The Maurice English Poetry Reading, established by Helen Drutt English and Deirdre Elena English to honor the memory of the late poet Maurice English, presents each year a distinguished poet for readings in Philadelphia and New York. Previously held at Storm King Art Center in New York,…

Adult Discussion and Participation Other Great Programs Speakers and Lectures Fiction Rare Books, Manuscripts, & Digital Collections Rosenbach Museum & Library Special Collections

Project Planning for Nonprofit Organizations

Tue, April 24, 2018 10:00 A.M.
Regional Foundation Center at Parkway Central Library

Do you have a project to make happen? This workshop uses the example of planning a large Shakespearean production to help you understand how to handle the myriad details. You’ll learn how to organize, budget, and calendarize a project, and how to track all of these strands. We’ll use…

Adult Discussion and Participation Speakers and Lectures Workshops and Enrichment Other Great Programs RFC Program Calendar Fundraising Nonprofit

Teen Tuesday

Tue, April 24, 2018 3:30 P.M.
Teen Center at Parkway Central Library

For more than 10 years, Teen Tuesday has been an afternoon of snacks and socializing. Join us as we play our favorite board and video games, create arts and crafts projects, and enjoy some snacks! This program will be located in Room 108.

Young Adult Other Great Programs Games and Gaming Technology Teens Board Games and Role-Playing Video Games arts & crafts

Drop-in Cafe

Tue, April 24, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Stop into the library on Tuesay afternoons and see what we are doing today...karaoke? board games?  DDR?  For teens and tweens; program lasts from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.

Young Adult Other Great Programs Games and Gaming Teens Board Games and Role-Playing Video Games

Computer Tutoring

Tue, April 24, 2018 5:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Join us in the Lab for individualized assistance provided by our Digital Resource Specialist.

Adult Young Adult Senior Other Great Programs Digital Media

Preschool Storytime

Wed, April 25, 2018 10:30 A.M.
Andorra Library

We will read a few books, dance to a few songs, and learn a new rhyme with Sign Language along with Children's Librarian Miss Molly.

Preschool Toddler Other Great Programs Storytimes

Open Computer Lab

Wed, April 25, 2018 12:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Work on a special project and get one-on-one assistance.  This class is offered on a first come, first served basis and space is limited. Register in the lab, by signing the clipboard.

Adult Computer Classes Other Great Programs Computers

Computer Tutoring

Wed, April 25, 2018 12:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Join us in the Lab for individualized assistance provided by our Digital Resource Specialist.

Adult Young Adult Senior Other Great Programs Digital Media

Fresh for All - a Philabundance Program

Wed, April 25, 2018 12:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

Every Wednesday there will be free fresh fruits and veggies for those who need them 12:30 - 1:30pm. site operates every week, year round everyone welcome, no ID or verification required Please bring your own bags or boxes Participation does not affect government benefits. For more informaiton…

Adult Community Events Other Great Programs Cooking & Nutrition

LEGO Club

Wed, April 25, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Children are invited to build, create, and play.

School Age Other Great Programs Children Family LEGO

Art & Nature for Teens!

Wed, April 25, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Andorra Library

Calling all teen artists and teen nature enthusiasts. We'll take it outside into the Wissahickon Valley Park for a 4-week program.  Activities will include painting, writing, hiking, birding, botany, and more.  No experience in any of these is necessary.  Space is limited -…

Young Adult Other Great Programs Environment & Nature Teens Animals and Nature arts & crafts

Wii Wednesdays!

Wed, April 25, 2018 4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Come play video games on the big screen! Learn new steps, play Just Dance or Dance Dance Revolution on the Wii, and get encouraged to get moving. Our focus is on positive energy, exercise, and healthy choices!  For teens and school-aged children.

School Age Other Great Programs LEAP Children Games and Gaming

Wii Wednesdays

Wed, April 25, 2018 4:30 P.M.
Frankford Library

Come play your favorite Wii games with Mr. Vince on the fourth Wednesday of the month.  For teens and school-aged kids.

Young Adult School Age Other Great Programs Games and Gaming Video Games

Chess Club

Wed, April 25, 2018 5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Join other kids (ages 6-18), to learn and play chess. Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Applications are available upstairs on the Second Floor. Adult volunteers needed!  Contact: wswlibraryfriends@gmail.com. Programming coordinated through The Friends of Walnut Street West Library.

Young Adult School Age Other Great Programs Chess

Fantasy Roleplaying Club

Wed, April 25, 2018 5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West

CALLING ALL BRAVE WARRIORS AND WIZARDS! Are you interested in Dungeons & Dragons? Ever wanted to play a tabletop roleplaying game(RPG)? Unleash your inner-nerd and come play with us! This new group will meet weekly on Wednesday evenings from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This is a basic introduction to…

Young Adult School Age Other Great Programs Games and Gaming

Wednesday Jazz Concert Series | Jack Saint Claire

Wed, April 25, 2018 6:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Please join us for a Jazz Concert presented by JOTSS-Jazz and Other Soulful Sounds. Free admission.

Adult Young Adult Other Great Programs Music