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English as a Second Language
Tue, September 16, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Wyoming Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 7/8 and 7/10. Up to 30 individuals can…
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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Tue, September 16, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Fox Chase 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. Our social worker is generally here for approximately 2 hours. If you have questions, you can email…
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Edible Alphabet: Learn English Through Cooking
Tue, September 16, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Culinary Literacy Center
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Parkway Central Library
Tuesdays 10:30 am - 1:30 pm (August 26 - September 30, 2025) Adults are invited to this FREE class for English language learners. Each week we read, write, and speak in English - and cook a meal together. Register at www.bit.ly/EAEnglish Questions? Email us at kitchen@freelibrary.org…
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Fall Family Storytime at Sister Cities Park!
Tue, September 16, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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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…
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The Philadelphia City Commissioner's Office 2025 Elections Resource
Tue, September 16, 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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Pathways to Power: Celebrating Welcoming Week and National Voter Registration Day
Tue, September 16, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
New to Philly or a lifelong local? This event is for YOU! Whether you're just settling in or know the city like the back of your hand, join us for a day of learning, sharing, and community-building! Let’s shape the future of Philly—together. What’s…
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- Community Events
- Family Programs
- Discussion and Participation
- Career Workshops
- New Americans
- Workshops and Enrichment
- Speakers and Lectures
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Family Storytime
Tue, September 16, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Bustleton Library
On Tuesdays at 11 AM, we will have a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
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Open Computer Lab and Computer Assistance
Tue, September 16, 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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Preschool Storytime
Tue, September 16, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Kensington Library
Join us inside the library for stories, rhymes, songs, and movement with your children's librarian! Best suited for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
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Blind Date with a Book!
Tue, September 16, 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...?
Tue, September 16, 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
Tue, September 16, 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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Read, Baby, Read: Baby Storytime
Tue, September 16, 2025
11:15 A.M.
Roxborough Library
Join Mr. Rich for stories, songs, rhymes, and dances perfect for infants and toddlers along with their caregivers! Free play with baby-friendly toys and a baby-friendly climbing wall will wrap up the program. Siblings are always welcome. Read, Baby, Read is a series of programs…
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Toddler Storytime- Outside!
Tue, September 16, 2025
11:15 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Meet us at the Goat Statue in Rittenhouse Square! Join Library Staff on Tuesdays for toddler storytime, now outside when weather permits! We will enjoy songs, stories, rhymes, and follow up with a special toddler playtime!
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Toddler Storytime
Tue, September 16, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Wadsworth Library
Join Mr. Nate for stories, movement and songs! This program is intended for children ages 1 - 5, along with an adult caregiver. For large groups or classes, please call to schedule a separate storytime visit.
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Baby & Toddler Storytime & Free Play
Tue, September 16, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for books, songs, and dancing! Then stick around for free play with toys! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers.
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Donuts & Discussions: Free Groceries and Nutrition Education for Seniors
Tue, September 16, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Haverford Library
Come for the donuts, stay for the conversation! Donuts & Discussions is a bi-weekly series of conversations for seniors to learn about nutrition, acess free meals and groceries, and build community. At Donuts & Discussions you'll get real talk and real solutions only. This program…
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Canticuentos: Spanish Storytime with Ana
Tue, September 16, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Welsh Road Library
****If Welsh Rd is not open due to buiding issues, we will move the program to Katharine Drexel Library, 11099 KNIGHTS RD (at Fairdale)**** Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Join local storyteller Ana Atach for Canticuentos ! We’ll explore songs and stories in Spanish through movement,…
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Read, Baby, Read Storytime
Tue, September 16, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Come join Ms. Dee for songs, stories, rhymes and lap time! Stick around for playtime afterward. This program is intended for ages 0 - 24 months, along with their caregivers. This program has been made possible by a grant from the William Penn Foundation.
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Baby and Toddler Playtime!
Tue, September 16, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Play, talk, sing and explore books and toys while listening to music and gaining social, emotional, fine and gross motor skills. This program is intended for babies and toddlers along with parents, grandparents or caregivers. We will be meeting in the Storyhour Room.