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Philly Career Launch - Career Exploration Workshop
Mon, April 29, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Explore careers that build on your strengths and interests and get hands-on experience with online resources, such as the Free Library’s database of training opportunities at careertraining.freelibrary.org. The workshop goes from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Boxed lunch provided. Free.…
Open Lab
Mon, April 29, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Kensington Library
Join us in the lab for extended computer sessions. Assistance provided by our Digital Resource Specialist from 10am to 4:30pm. Help is on a first come first served basis.
Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!
Mon, April 29, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay for playtime immediately following storytime! Intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Nice weather? We'll be in Shakespeare Park, across the street from the library! Unfavorable weather? We'll…
Homeschooler Hangout at Donatucci Library
Mon, April 29, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
Join us for our weekly Homeschooler Hangout. Sample activities include coloring, read-a-longs, blocks, and more!
Spring 2024 Plant/Cuttings Swap
Mon, April 29, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Whitman Library
Do you want to refresh your plant collection? Whitman Library is holding a plant/cutting swap! Bring a cutting or plant then take one of ours. New to plant care? Check out one of our display books.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, April 29, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
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 Nancy. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
Spring Book Sale Donations
Mon, April 29, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
We are accepting donations of adult and children's books, CDs, DVDs, and jigsaw puzzles (no magazines, encyclopedias, videos or audio cassettes). You can bring your bagged or boxed donations during these hours only - April 24, 25 & 26 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. and April 29 from 11:00…
Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Mon, April 29, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Tacony Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. If you have quuestions, you can email socialservices@freelibrary.org. Social Workers are also available by phone,…
Read, Baby, Read Storytime!
Mon, April 29, 2024
11:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Join Miss Liz for Read, Baby, Read storytime on Monday mornings at 11:30am. Stay after storytime for playtime! Intended for babies and toddlers ages 0-2, but all are welcome. This program will be held on the 3rd floor, accessible by stairs or elevator.
Philly Baby Jam
Mon, April 29, 2024
11:30 A.M.
Roxborough Library
Join theatre company Ninth Planet for a special 1-hour interactive performance for babies and toddlers ages 0-18 months and their caregivers! Infants, crawlers, cruisers and early toddlers will enjoy live music, dance and play in a soft environment made just for them, supporting their physical,…
Little Yogis: Yoga Series for Families
Mon, April 29, 2024
11:30 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Take a fun and playful yoga journey led by Sarah of Surya Moon Yoga! We'll learn individual and partner poses through songs and storytelling, all while building confidence, creativity, and strong, healthy bodies. Children and parents will practice how to center themselves through…
Homeschool Reading Group
Mon, April 29, 2024
11:30 A.M.
Tacony Library
Homeschoolers are welcome to come hang out with their peers while building their literacy skills. There will be reading parings, literacy games, and more! For grades K - 8. Call 215-685-8755 or come into the library to register.
Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, April 29, 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…
Intermediate ESL
Mon, April 29, 2024
1:30 P.M.
Independence Library
Join us as we read about and talk about a variety of topics, including current events, American cultural issues, English grammar, current American expressions, etc. - all with the goal of improving participants' proficiency in spoken and written English. Each week participants…
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Mon, April 29, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for one-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with résumé development, career counseling, and professional development workshops. Call 1-833-750-5627 to learn more! PA CareerLink®…
Free At-Home COVID Test Distribution
Mon, April 29, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Learn about Department of Public Health resources and pick up free COVID tests, masks, and hand sanitizer. No insurance or ID is required. Call 215-685-5488 or email health.resourcehubs@phila.gov with any questions.
Chess Club
Mon, April 29, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library
Learn to play chess at Wyoming Library every Monday from 3-5 PM! Recommended for ages 8 and Up! Sharpen Your Skills of Collaboration, Visualization, risk/benefit analysis, critical thinking and problem solving! This program is brought you in partnership with the Free Library and ASAP After…
Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Mon, April 29, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. If you have quuestions, you can email socialservices@freelibrary.org. Social Workers are also available by phone,…
Homework Help with Ms. Angelica
Mon, April 29, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
One-on-one help with school work during our daily after-school program.
Virtual Math and Science Enrichment and Tutoring
Mon, April 29, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Does your teen or preteen need afterschool homework help in math and science? Welcome to our free afterschool STEM homework help program for Spring 2024. Saint Joseph's University STEM student volunteers are ready to assist our community teens and preteens with one-on-one…