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Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, September 12, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in the Heim…
RECOVERY CAFÉS: More Recovery and Wellness in Your Community
Fri, September 13, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Kensington Library
The Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services is hosting an opportunity for informal connection. Listen and share openly about recovery and wellness with people who get it. Learn strategies to practice recovery and wellness in your own life. Connect with employment and…
Shakespeare’s Farewell: A Second Look at the Bard’s Last Great Play
Fri, September 13, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Shakespeare was 47 years old and near the end of his career as a playwright when he wrote The Tempest. Experts agree that this was Shakespeare’s most original play. While the Bard was a genius, he was also a product of a particular place and time. Shakespeare and his contemporaries…
We the People. ("Power Up!" Civics & Citizenship Month Program)
Sat, September 14, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
SESSION 3. It’s Election Season! Let’s talk about the power of elections, and how local elections can affect our everyday lives, for better or for worse. Part 3 of the Power Up! Civics & Citizenship Month Programming. All programs are free and open to the…
Fishadelphia’s Seafood Stories Extravaganza!
Sat, September 14, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Come learn about local seafood, learn to shuck an oyster, and make some fish prints! Philadelphia’s own community seafood program Fishadelphia is highlighted in the PBS docuseries Hope in the Water . This event will include a brief screening of the show and a panel of community members…
Art Making Club
Sat, September 14, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Join us for this drop-in, informal art making group. We'll have a variety of materials, project prompts, and of course, books! Participants may choose to bring their own projects and materials.
Health Department Information
Mon, September 16, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Staff members from the Philadelphia Department of Health will be share information on immunizations and hand out masks, Covid-19 tests, and hand sanitizers.
Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, September 16, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-868-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Adult Basic Literacy classes at Blackwell West…
Beginner English
Mon, September 16, 2024
2:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
September 16, 2024 - December 4, 2024, 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners. Register…
Beginner English
Mon, September 16, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Independence Library
Mondays and Wednesdays 3-4:30 pm (September 4 - November 18, 2024) For Beginner English learners, this course offers structured lessons to enhance your ability to read, write, listen, and speak in English. The class focuses on practical language use in everyday contexts and integrates cultural…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Tue, September 17, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Margie. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Citizenship Class Session
Tue, September 17, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
We are excited to offer Free Citizenship Classes in West Philadelphia! District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund will host an In-Person Citizenship Class at the Walnut Street West Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia on Tuesdays and Thursdays from…
Senior Strength Training
Tue, September 17, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
This Senior Strength and Conditioning class, led by a certified instructor, combines hand weights, chair exercises along with cardio work to improve your fitness, strength and balance. All equipment is provided. Please wear comfortable and appropriate attire. This program is sponsored by the…
Free Library Chess Club
Tue, September 17, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Are you looking for a place to play chess, or are you interested in learning how to play? Join us on Tuesdays from 4:00-7:00 pm in the Heim Center on the First Floor. We have 20 chess sets and a limited amount of clocks available for use, or feel free to bring your own. RSVP at Facebook…
WHYY Bridging Blocks: Public Education
Tue, September 17, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
Join WHYY News and the Bridging Blocks program for a conversation on Public Education. Don't miss this opportunity to engage, learn, and contribute to a pivotal discussion that affects us all
Let Freedom Ring. ("Power Up!" Civics & Citizenship Month Program)
Tue, September 17, 2024
5:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
SESSION 4. There is nothing greater than knowing your own rights as a citizen. Learn about local, state, and federal laws and how they work for you, instead of against you. The more you know, the further you will go! Part 4 of the Power Up! Civics & Citizenship Month…
The Vidocq Society: Solving Cold Case Homicides
Tue, September 17, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Howard Lebofsky, Deputy Commissioner of the Vidocq Society, and John "Jack" Maxwell, Chief Inspector of the Philadelphia Police Department's Detective Bureau (retired) will offere a slide presentation and talk about how the Society was formed to solve "cold case"…
Mobile Constituent Service Day: Councilmember Young
Wed, September 18, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
This is an opportunity for constituents who live in the 5th District, to receive information, resources and support from City Services including, but not limited to, senior assistance programs and 311 issues.
Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, September 18, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Wednesdays from 2-4:30 pm in the…
Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, September 18, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Wednesdays from 2-4:30 pm in the…