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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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The Art Librarian is IN

The Art Librarian is IN

Thu, February 25, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Virtual

Stop by for a 30-45 minute video chat with a librarian from the Art Department to virtually browse a library shelf one book at a time, see what new circulating books and magazines have arrived, get some topical recommendations and ask questions. Your librarian can help locate an item in the…

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 Toys, Toys, Toys: Famous Toys and Their Creative Protections

Toys, Toys, Toys: Famous Toys and Their Creative Protections

Thu, February 25, 2021 4:00 P.M.
Virtual

Ever wonder how your favorite toys came to be? Come and learn about our best loved toys - Legos®, Play-Doh, Slinky®, Magic 8 Ball® and more! Learn how they were invented and then protected afterwards by patents and trademarks. Join Sharyl, FLP Librarian, Philadelphia Patent and…

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Trash Academy: Plastic Bag Implosion

Trash Academy: Plastic Bag Implosion

Thu, February 25, 2021 5:00 P.M.
Virtual

Come learn the truth about plastic bags from Mural Arts Philadelphia’s  Trash Academy  who will present their  Plastic Bag Implosion webinar , an exploration of the local invisible impacts of consumer culture, from water pollution to environmental racism, using their visual…

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Teen Virtual Book Club: Felix Ever After by Kacen Callender

Teen Virtual Book Club: Felix Ever After by Kacen Callender

Thu, February 25, 2021 7:00 P.M.
Virtual

Are you a teen who loves to read and wants to talk about some great books with fellow book lovers? We have some good news for you! Several North Philly librarians from the Free Library of Philadelphia are now inviting their teen patrons around the city to join our VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB! You will…

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Teen Virtual Book Club: Felix Ever After by Kacen Callender

Teen Virtual Book Club: Felix Ever After by Kacen Callender

Thu, February 25, 2021 7:00 P.M.
Virtual

Are you a teen who loves to read and wants to talk about some great books with fellow book lovers? We have some good news for you! Several North Philly librarians from the Free Library of Philadelphia are now inviting their teen patrons around the city to join our VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB! You will…

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  • Discussion and Participation
  • Teens
  • Book Clubs
  • Virtual Programs
Teen Virtual Book Club: Felix Ever After by Kacen Callender

Teen Virtual Book Club: Felix Ever After by Kacen Callender

Thu, February 25, 2021 7:00 P.M.
Virtual

Are you a teen who loves to read and wants to talk about some great books with fellow book lovers? We have some good news for you! Several North Philly librarians from the Free Library of Philadelphia are now inviting their teen patrons around the city to join our VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB! You will…

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  • Discussion and Participation
  • Teens
  • Book Clubs
  • Virtual Programs
Chair Yoga

Chair Yoga

Fri, February 26, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Virtual

Join us each Friday at 10:00 a.m. for Chair Yoga live on the Fumo Family Library Facebook Page . The program will be taught by Kate Howell, a certified yoga teacher with over seven years of experience teaching in the Philadelphia area. Chair Yoga is a twist on traditional yoga making it…

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Reading Freedom

Reading Freedom

Fri, February 26, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Virtual

Reading Freedom where Ms. Mieka will read pages/chapters of books on freedom fighters 10:00 am.   Times are subject to change.   FB @ LillianMarreroBranch IG @ LillianMarreroLibrary

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Virtual Friday Trivia

Virtual Friday Trivia

Fri, February 26, 2021 12:00 P.M.
Virtual

Themed trivia questions posted weekly for middle school students. Themes include, but are not limited to, Disney, Marvel, pop culture, history, science, and sports!  Posted biweekly on Fridays at 12pm FB @ LillianMarreroBranch IG @ LillianMarreroLibrary

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Folklore Fridays

Folklore Fridays

Fri, February 26, 2021 3:00 P.M.
Virtual

Join the Literature Department online for Folklore Fridays, where lit librarian Sam hosts topics relating to the folklore and fairy tale section of the department. Different topics and themes are discussed, with booklists so you can place a hold on the titles.

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Minecraft Day

Minecraft Day

Fri, February 26, 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…

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 #ToshokanFLP with Sara & Linda: Interactive Fiction Session 2 with Stan Hwang

#ToshokanFLP with Sara & Linda: Interactive Fiction Session 2 with Stan Hwang

Fri, February 26, 2021 6:15 P.M.
Virtual

Join us for a weekly online conversation about anime, manga, and related media! We will discuss some of the resources offered by the Free Library, stories and genres we love best, and the different aspects that fandom can take. For this session, we will return to the topic of Interactive Fiction…

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  • Anime & Manga
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Virtual Mindfulness Meditation via Facebook Live

Virtual Mindfulness Meditation via Facebook Live

Mon, March 1, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Virtual

Join Miss Abbe on Mondays at 10:00 a.m. live ( Fumo Family Library ) for some calm Mindfulness Meditation using a body scan and breathing techniques, ground your body and mind. 

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Minecraft Day

Minecraft Day

Mon, March 1, 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…

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VIRTUAL | Teen Reading Lounge

VIRTUAL | Teen Reading Lounge

Mon, March 1, 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…

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VIRTUAL | Homework Hangout for Teens

VIRTUAL | Homework Hangout for Teens

Tue, March 2, 2021 4:00 P.M.
Virtual

Join us for a relaxing virtual co-working space on Instagram Live on Tuesday evenings! We'll listen to calming music, set goals, and chat about what we're working on. Bring your homework, an art project, or just yourself.  Watch live on Instagram .

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  • Homework Help & Study Aids
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Art Book Club online: Picturing Information - Week 5

Art Book Club online: Picturing Information - Week 5

Tue, March 2, 2021 5:00 P.M.
Virtual

This informal group meets in a video-free private chat and image-sharing forum with a librarian from the Free Library's  Art Department  to discuss and be inspired by the different ways artists have charted and visually represented information. Join us if you are an…

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Mindfulness Meditation via Instagram Live

Mindfulness Meditation via Instagram Live

Wed, March 3, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Virtual

Join Miss Abbe on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. on Instagram Live for some calm Mindfulness Meditation using body scan and breathing techniques, ground your body and mind. 

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  • Health and Wellness
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French Conversation Circle

French Conversation Circle

Wed, March 3, 2021 11:00 A.M.
Virtual

Bonjour! Salut! Bonsoir! Join the Languages and Learning Center’s French Conversation Circle! This FREE online group will build your knowledge and confidence in the French language all while introducing you to other French-loving adults in a casual and fun learning environment! We are…

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Resume Quick Tips

Resume Quick Tips

Thu, March 4, 2021 1:00 P.M.
Virtual

Get your resume past the computer and to the recruiter with these resume-writing tips! In this short webinar, brought to you by the Digital Resource Specialists at the Free Library of Philadelphia, you'll learn about how to get your resume past the computer and into the hands of a recruiter.…

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