Virtual Programming
While our in-person events are on hold, we are offering virtual programming via a variety of platforms! Click an event to watch or join in.
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Virtual Baby Storytime
Sat, March 6, 2021
10:00 A.M.
Virtual
Join Ms. Meghan on our Facebook page each Saturday for a short virtual baby storytime full of stories, songs, and fun activities. Geared toward children ages 2 and under. Read, Baby, Read is made possible by a generous grant from the William Penn Foundation.
Virtual LEAP at Home
Sat, March 6, 2021
12:00 P.M.
Virtual
STEAM arts and crafts ideas by Ms. Laurin and Ms. Kesha, LEAP Maker Mentors. Mondays and Saturdays, 12pm. FB @ LillianMarreroBranch IG @ LillianMarreroLibrary
EVERY body YOGA | Saturdays
Sat, March 6, 2021
12:00 P.M.
Virtual
Yoga for all bodies and abilities. BREATHE, and feel more RELAXed while you STRETCH, and STRENGTHEN your body with Healthy Communities and Roots2Rise , on Saturday afternoons from 12 to 1 p.m. Join us on Facebook @Roots2Rise . This program will run from…
Virtual Program | Free Shakespeare Read-Aloud Group: Love’s Labour’s Lost
Sat, March 6, 2021
1:00 P.M.
Virtual
The Shakespeare Read-Aloud is continuing online! We meet twice per month on Zoom to read Shakespeare’s plays as a group, round-robin style, just like we did when we met in person at The Rosenbach. Be sure to register to receive email instructions ahead of the meeting time. All readers are…
Anime, Manga, & Gaming Meetup for Adults & Older Teens
Sat, March 6, 2021
3:30 P.M.
Virtual
Adults and teens 16 and up are invited to hang out on Discord with fellow fans, chat, watch anime! Held every other Saturday. For more information, visit here: fb.me/e/1KUAsvIOo
Sundays with Frankenstein
Sun, March 7, 2021
2:00 P.M.
Virtual
Following our very successful series, Sundays with Dracula, which ran from May 3–November 15, 2020 (you can watch past episodes here!) we now bring to you a fifteen week exploration of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Shelley’s landmark monster novel was a…
Virtual Sundays on Stage: Arabiqa with Karim Nagi
Sun, March 7, 2021
2:00 P.M.
Virtual
Native Egyptian Karim Nagi will perform on multiple percussion and stringed instruments from around the Arab world. Modern and authentic clothing, Arab Folk dance, history about instruments, and opportunities for lively audience participation will give attendees a entertaining and…
FIT for ALL with Overbrook Park Library
Mon, March 8, 2021
7:00 A.M.
Virtual
Fitness where you are, with what you have. Exercise and strengthen your body with Healthy Communities and UliftU on Monday mornings from 7-8 a.m. from March 1 to May 3, 2021. Join us on Facebook @ OverbrookParkLibrary . Please note that…
FIT for ALL Mondays - Virtual Strength Training
Mon, March 8, 2021
7:00 A.M.
Virtual
Fitness where you are, with what you have. Taking care of your whole self is an act of resistance. Exercise and strengthen your body with Healthy Communities and UliftU. Join us on Facebook @OverbrookPark Library on Mondays from March 1 until May 3.
English Conversation Group: Art and Architecture
Mon, March 8, 2021
9:00 A.M.
Virtual
Join us to learn and practice English while discussing famous art and architecture of Philadelphia. Every Monday, starting October 5, 2020. 9-10:30 am Class is currently full - for more informaiton or to join the waitlist, call 215-686-8664 or register at the link here.
Virtual Baby Storytime with Miss Mary
Mon, March 8, 2021
10:30 A.M.
Virtual
Join Miss Mary for Baby Storytime on Facebook live (ParkwayCentralChildrens) Mondays at 10:30 am! Enjoy stories, songs, and fun! The storytime will be available on our Facebook page after the live event is over! This program is intended for our friends 2 years and under but anyone…
Virtual Program - Arabic/English Language and Cultural Exchange
Mon, March 8, 2021
11:30 A.M.
Virtual
Interested in learning Arabic and helping Arabic speakers practice English? Come join our free cultural connections group on video call, where we will explore language, customs, foods, and other aspects of culture. Mondays 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. To register call 215-686-8664 or…
Virtual Program - Arabic/English Language and Cultural Exchange
Mon, March 8, 2021
11:30 A.M.
Virtual
Interested in learning Arabic and helping Arabic speakers practice English? Come join our free cultural connections group on video call, where we will explore language, customs, foods, and other aspects of culture. Mondays 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. To register call 215-686-8664 or…
Virtual LEAP at Home
Mon, March 8, 2021
12:00 P.M.
Virtual
STEAM arts and crafts ideas by Ms. Laurin and Ms. Kesha, LEAP Maker Mentors. Mondays and Saturdays, 12pm. FB @ LillianMarreroBranch IG @ LillianMarreroLibrary
Virtual Spanish Conversation Group
Mon, March 8, 2021
1:00 P.M.
Virtual
Mondays and Thursdays 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. This FREE online class will build your knowledge and confidence in the Spanish language all while introducing you to other Spanish-speaking adults in a casual, fun learning environment. This group is currently full. To join the waitlist, register…
Minecraft Day
Mon, March 8, 2021
3:00 P.M.
Virtual
Come join us for Minecraft Club, where up to eight players can play together on our very own Minecraft Realm! We will be hosting sessions on Mondays and Fridays from 3PM - 5:30PM. Work by yourself or cooperatively. Appropriate for ages 8 and up. Please note: requires Minecraft Java Edition for…
Virtual English Conversation Circle
Mon, March 8, 2021
3:00 P.M.
Virtual
Join us for a free conversation circle. Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other international adults in a casual learning environment. 3:00-4:30 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday. Class is currently full - for more informaiton or to join the waitlist, call 215-686-8664…
VIRTUAL | Teen Reading Lounge
Mon, March 8, 2021
3:30 P.M.
Virtual
Teen Reading Lounge is an award-winning, nontraditional book club for teens ages 12-18. Teens help to create the reading list for the program and, working with trained facilitators, to design creative and civic engagement projects that bring big ideas to life. Youth ages 12-18 must register…
Online English Language Learning through Storytelling
Mon, March 8, 2021
4:00 P.M.
Virtual
Mondays 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. starting March 8, 2021 Practice English by sharing stories and exploring literary and performing arts. Enjoy virtual performances and bring your whole self to these fun sessions to explore creativity and art-making guided by professional Philadelphia artists from…
Virtual Spanish Conversation Group--Grupo de conversación en español
Mon, March 8, 2021
4:00 P.M.
Virtual
Has your Spanish gotten rusty? Do you have nagging questions about grammar and vocabulary? Join the Free Library for a virtual program to practice conversing in Spanish, pick up new vocabulary, and connect with other Spanish learners. ¡Conversemos! For more information, or…