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Open Computer Lab and Computer Assistance
Wed, September 3, 2025
11:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Do you need extra assistance on the computer or a longer timeframe to apply for jobs, take a test, or fill out applications? Stop by the computer lab at South Philadelphia Library.
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The Philadelphia City Commissioner's Office 2025 Elections Resource
Wed, September 3, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Have you ever wondered how the election system works in Philadelphia? The Philadelphia City Commissioners' Office will be in the Parkway Central lobby from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to answer your questions regarding how elections work and how one can become a poll worker or a…
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Blind Date with a Book!
Wed, September 3, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Ready to fall in love with a new book? Join us for Blind Date with a Book, a fun week-long event where teens and adults choose a wrapped book by genre and check it out without knowing the title. Each week features a fresh selection of mystery reads so come back and take a chance on something new.
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Would You Rather...?
Wed, September 3, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Each week, check out our "Would You Rather?" wall prompt in the library! Grab a sticky note, write your answer, and stick it up to share your opinion. It’s a fun and exciting way to see what everyone thinks—all week long!
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PuzzlePalooza
Wed, September 3, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Get ready to piece together some fun with Drop-In Puzzle Making. Teens and adults are invited to stop by anytime during the week to work on community puzzles or start one of their own. A new set of puzzles will be available each week, and you're welcome to bring your own to share or complete!
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Sew What?! ROOM 108 Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, September 3, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Art Department
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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…
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Digital Wellness Wednesdays
Wed, September 3, 2025
2:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Is your device running out of room? Would you like some help organizing your emails or Google photo album? Stop by the computer lab for help decluttering your devices. Wednesdays from 2-4 PM.
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LEAP Chess Club at Whitman Library
Wed, September 3, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Learn how to play or practice your skills at Whitman Lirary's new Chess Club! This weekly program is part of LEAP, the Free Library's after-school program. No groups, please, due to limited space. Every Wednesday fro 3:00 to 4:45 PM! For Kids ages 7 and up - and Teens!
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After-School Meals
Wed, September 3, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Stop by after school and eat a light supper! This program is for students enrolled in pre-K through 12th grade and meals will be available Monday - Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Meals must be eaten at the library. This After School Meal Program is a federally-funded Child Nutrition Program…
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First Wednesdays with the Rare Book Department - Mushrooms
Wed, September 3, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join the Rare Book Department for extended evening hours on the first Wednesday of every month. The Department will be open until 7 p.m. and staff will be offering tours, pop-up programs, and sneak-peaks. Our September theme? Mushrooms! Can’t make it? Don’t forget about our free…
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Miriam Toews | A Truce That Is Not Peace
Wed, September 3, 2025
7:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: $5.00
The Author Events Series presents Miriam Toews | A Truce That Is Not Peace In Conversation with Katy Waldman “Why do you write?” the organizer of a literary event in Mexico City asks Miriam Toews. Each attempted answer from Toews-all of them unsatisfactory to the organizer-surfaces…
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Blind Date with a Book!
Thu, September 4, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Ready to fall in love with a new book? Join us for Blind Date with a Book, a fun week-long event where teens and adults choose a wrapped book by genre and check it out without knowing the title. Each week features a fresh selection of mystery reads so come back and take a chance on something new.
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Would You Rather...?
Thu, September 4, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Each week, check out our "Would You Rather?" wall prompt in the library! Grab a sticky note, write your answer, and stick it up to share your opinion. It’s a fun and exciting way to see what everyone thinks—all week long!
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PuzzlePalooza
Thu, September 4, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Get ready to piece together some fun with Drop-In Puzzle Making. Teens and adults are invited to stop by anytime during the week to work on community puzzles or start one of their own. A new set of puzzles will be available each week, and you're welcome to bring your own to share or complete!
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WHYY Pop-Up Newsroom
Thu, September 4, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
WHYY Pop-Up Newsroom WHYY and PlanPhilly invites you to join us on Thursday, September 4 at the Cobbs Creek Library, 5800 Cobbs Creek Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19143 from 1 to 4 p.m. This gathering will be an important opportunity for PlanPhilly to do what we do best: listen to the community ,…
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Video Game Club
Thu, September 4, 2025
3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Join us! Play Ninetendo Switch on the big screen for local play. New players and experienced pros are all welcome. Hang out, play games, make new friends. From 3:00 to 4:30 PM
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After-School Meals
Thu, September 4, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Stop by after school and eat a light supper! This program is for students enrolled in pre-K through 12th grade and meals will be available Monday - Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Meals must be eaten at the library. This After School Meal Program is a federally-funded Child Nutrition Program…
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Yoga for Adults
Thu, September 4, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Whitman Library
Free yoga every Thursday at Whitman Library, with instructors Janet Faulls and Anne-Marie Mulgrew! This class is for all levels of practice and beginners are welcome. Bring your own mat or use one of ours. Cleaning wipes for mats are also available. This weekly class is sponsored by The Friends…
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Teen K-pop and Stickers
Thu, September 4, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Join us at the Field Teen Center for an afternoon of K-pop and stickers! We'll listen to the Music Department's K-pop CD collection while decorating with stickers. Top loaders will be available to decorate and house photo cards, library cards, or any other card you like! Programs at the…
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Teen Thursdays @ Kingsessing
Thu, September 4, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Calling all 7th through 12th graders! Dive into new worlds with our exciting new video game collection, unleash your creativity in our DIY craft sessions, and connect with friends over anime/manga, movies, and snacks. Bring a friend and make some new ones too!