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Fall Family Storytime at Sister Cities Park!
Tue, October 1, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for Fall Family Storytime! This in-person, outdoor storytime will take place at Sister Cities Park and is in collaboration with Center City District. In the case of unfavorable weather, the program will be cancelled with no make up date (check our social media for updates…
Mobile Constituent Services with State Rep Regina Young
Tue, October 1, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
Mobile Constituent Services with State Rep Regina Young Every Tuesday from 12:00 P.M.-4.00 P.M. The Office of PA State Representative Regina Young provides constituent services at the Donatucci Library every Tuesday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Representatives provide assistance with SEPTA…
Free Library Chess Club
Tue, October 1, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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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…
Teen Tuesdays: Friends. Food. Fun.
Tue, October 1, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West 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!
Evening Storytime
Tue, October 1, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Every other Tuesday, join us in the evening for a nighttime themed storytime and craft. This program is intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. For large groups or classes, please call to schedule a library visit.
Rocketfest Photography Exhibit
Now through Tue, October 1, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
Presented in partnership with Science Leadership Academy, Rocketfest brings together public high school students from across Philadelphia for a photography exhibit next to the Field Teen Center on the ground floor of Parkway Central. Come check out the photos, which range in theme and…
Puerto Rico: A U.S. Colony in the 21st Century
Tue, October 1, 2024
6:15 P.M.
Social Science and History Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Montgomery Auditorium The Free Library of Philadelphia and Boricuas Unidos en la Diáspora presents Alberto Medina and Luis Ponce in conversation with Free Library’s Social Science and History Department head Alberto Pagan-Ramirez in a 2-day series talking about the current…
BE/LONGING Exhibition
Now through Tue, October 1, 2024
8:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
BE/LONGING is a polyphonic exhibition on the longing, belonging, and connection that library spaces in Philadelphia can inspire. Featuring work by artist Joanne Grüne-Yanoff and curation by exhibitions curator Suzanna Urminska, this community collaborative reflects on how libraries have the…
Preschool Storytime
Wed, October 2, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Every Wednesday morning, join us for stories, songs, and movement. This program is intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. For large groups or classes, please call to schedule a library visit.
Keep Your Stuff! How to Save Your Digital Files for the Future
Wed, October 2, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for a panel event with the Digital Archivists of Philadelphia to learn how to manage your personal files for the long term! In the course of this hour-long event, professional archivists will cover what to do with family photos and videos, personal health, medical, and financial records,…
Independence for Puerto Rico: The Best Solution to Colonialism
Wed, October 2, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Social Science and History Department
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Parkway Central Library
4th Floor Skyline Room The Free Library of Philadelphia and Boricuas Unidos en la Diáspora presents Alberto Medina and Luis Ponce in conversation with Free Library’s Social Science and History Department head Alberto Pagan-Ramirez in a 2-day series talking about the current…
Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Rare Book Department: “Nevermore” Forevermore
Wed, October 2, 2024
6:30 P.M.
Rare Book Department
at
Parkway Central Library
In the early 1970s, Colonel Richard Gimbel and his wife Julia donated their matchless collection of Edgar Allan Poe to the Free Library of Philadelphia. Among the rarities in that gift was the only known copy of Poe’s iconic poem, “The Raven,” written in his own handwriting and…
**Cancelled** Philadelphia Jazz Tap Ensemble: Library Pop-Up
Fri, October 4, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Music Department
at
Parkway Central Library
This program will no longer be taking place on Oct 4th. Please stay tuned for more tap lunch hours and other dance classes in the future! If you have any questions please contact the music department: 215-686-5316 eRefMus@freelibrary.org
Clark Park Storytime (This is through the end of October)
Fri, October 4, 2024
10:00 P.M.
Clark Park (43rd St & Chester Ave.)
Join us in Clark Park by the playground (43rd St & Chester Ave.) for outdoor storytime! Bring a blanket & snack & get ready to read, sing & dance! Storytime will take place at the library in case of inclement weather.
COURTNEY BELL--MEDICARE--EVERY MONDAY
Mon, October 7, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Senior Services
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Parkway Central Library
Courtney Bell is a Medicare benefits advisor. She will be on-hand Mondays from 10 am- 12 pm to answer your Pennsylvania Medicare questions. Attend one of her free workshops and find the best plan for you! This is a free workshop. No reservations are required. Please meet at the Senior…
Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!
Mon, October 7, 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…
Read To a Therapy Dog
Mon, October 7, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Readers of all ages can read to Cene, Fig and Huey, our certified therapy dogs! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too!
Chair Yoga with Lindsey
Mon, October 7, 2024
5:45 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Chair Yoga is a form of yoga that uses a chair as the main prop versus a traditional mat. This makes the practice more accessible to those that have trouble putting pressure on the knees and wrists, and is suitable for all levels and ages. The program will be taught by Lindsey Gill, a certified…
Friends of Whitman Library Monthly Meeting
Mon, October 7, 2024
6:30 P.M.
Whitman Library
The Friends of Whitman Library is an adult volunteer group who meets once a month (usually on the first Monday of the month) to discuss library happenings and fundraising opportunities. This meeting will take place inside the library. Anyone interested in learning more about the Friends of…
Fall Family Storytime at Sister Cities Park!
Tue, October 8, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for Fall Family Storytime! This in-person, outdoor storytime will take place at Sister Cities Park and is in collaboration with Center City District. In the case of unfavorable weather, the program will be cancelled with no make up date (check our social media for updates…