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Trick or Treat at the Library!
                        
                        
                            
                                Fri, October 31, 2025
                            
                            
                                10:00 A.M.
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                Whitman Library
                            
                        
                    
If you’re trick or treating, stop by Whitman Library during library hours 10am-4:45pm for candy and small treat giveaways. Sponsored by the Friends of Whitman Library.
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Storytime
                        
                        
                            
                                Fri, October 31, 2025
                            
                            
                                10:15 A.M.
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                Whitman Library
                            
                        
                    
Join Whitman Librarian Ms. Rachel for storytime in the library meeting room! Sharing songs, stories, and rhymes will help develop a love of reading from an early age. This storytime is geared towards toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers, but babies and older siblings are welcome. After…
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Friends of Whitman Library Monthly Meeting - November
                        
                        
                            
                                Mon, November 3, 2025
                            
                            
                                6:00 P.M.
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                Whitman Library
                            
                        
                    
The Friends of Whitman Library is a volunteer group who meets once a month, usually on the first Monday of the month, to discuss library happenings and fundraising opportunities. Anyone interested in learning more about the Friends of Whitman Library is welcome to attend! Please email Friends of…
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Adult Fiber Arts Club at Whitman Library
                        
                        
                            
                                Tue, November 4, 2025
                            
                            
                                5:00 P.M.
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                Whitman Library
                            
                        
                    
Are you a fan of crocheting, knitting, weaving, or any other fiber art? Feel free to bring a project or start a new one to our drop-in fiber arts club and meet other fiber artists! All skill levels are welcome. Limited materials will be provided.
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Walking Wednesdays
                        
                        
                            
                                Wed, November 5, 2025
                            
                            
                                10:15 A.M.
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                Whitman Library
                            
                        
                    
Put on your walking shoes as you join us every Wednesday for Walking Group. We meet at Whitman Library, walk up to Washington Ave and walk back to Whitman Library. No need to be a speed walker, this group is a walk at your own pace, low-pressure walking program.
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Free COVID-19 At-Home Test Giveaway
                        
                        
                            
                                Wed, November 5, 2025
                            
                            
                                2:00 P.M.
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                Whitman Library
                            
                        
                    
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health will be at Whitman Library once a month with free at-home COVID tests, face masks, hand sanitizers, and other free hygiene supplies. No insurance or ID is required. 2:00-4:00 p.m. while supplies last. Please call 215-685-5488 or email…
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LEAP Chess Club at Whitman Library
                        
                        
                            
                                Wed, November 5, 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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Yoga for Adults
                        
                        
                            
                                Thu, November 6, 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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Storytime
                        
                        
                            
                                Fri, November 7, 2025
                            
                            
                                10:15 A.M.
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                Whitman Library
                            
                        
                    
Join Whitman Librarian Ms. Rachel for storytime in the library meeting room! Sharing songs, stories, and rhymes will help develop a love of reading from an early age. This storytime is geared towards toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers, but babies and older siblings are welcome. After…
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Walking Wednesdays
                        
                        
                            
                                Wed, November 12, 2025
                            
                            
                                10:15 A.M.
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                Whitman Library
                            
                        
                    
Put on your walking shoes as you join us every Wednesday for Walking Group. We meet at Whitman Library, walk up to Washington Ave and walk back to Whitman Library. No need to be a speed walker, this group is a walk at your own pace, low-pressure walking program.
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LEAP Chess Club at Whitman Library
                        
                        
                            
                                Wed, November 12, 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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Yoga for Adults
                        
                        
                            
                                Thu, November 13, 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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Storytime
                        
                        
                            
                                Fri, November 14, 2025
                            
                            
                                10:15 A.M.
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                Whitman Library
                            
                        
                    
Join Whitman Librarian Ms. Rachel for storytime in the library meeting room! Sharing songs, stories, and rhymes will help develop a love of reading from an early age. This storytime is geared towards toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers, but babies and older siblings are welcome. After…
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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
                        
                        
                            
                                Mon, November 17, 2025
                            
                            
                                2:00 P.M.
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                Whitman 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®…
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November Adult Book Club at Whitman Library - All Fours by Miranda July
                        
                        
                            
                                Mon, November 17, 2025
                            
                            
                                6:00 P.M.
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                Whitman Library
                            
                        
                    
Join us for our November Book Club meeting as we read and discuss All Fours by Miranda July. Limited library copies will be available at the librarian's desk for participants. Please come to the meeting ready for discussion!
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Senior Strength Training
                        
                        
                            
                                Tue, November 18, 2025
                            
                            
                                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…
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Adult Fiber Arts Club at Whitman Library
                        
                        
                            
                                Tue, November 18, 2025
                            
                            
                                5:00 P.M.
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                Whitman Library
                            
                        
                    
Are you a fan of crocheting, knitting, weaving, or any other fiber art? Feel free to bring a project or start a new one to our drop-in fiber arts club and meet other fiber artists! All skill levels are welcome. Limited materials will be provided.
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Tuesday Night Yoga
                        
                        
                            
                                Tue, November 18, 2025
                            
                            
                                6:00 P.M.
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                Whitman Library
                            
                        
                    
Join us for a free weekly yoga class taught by Anne-Marie Mulgrew, All levels welcome! Bring your own mat or use one of ours. Cleaning wipes for mats are also available. No need to register, just show up!
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Walking Wednesdays
                        
                        
                            
                                Wed, November 19, 2025
                            
                            
                                10:15 A.M.
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                Whitman Library
                            
                        
                    
Put on your walking shoes as you join us every Wednesday for Walking Group. We meet at Whitman Library, walk up to Washington Ave and walk back to Whitman Library. No need to be a speed walker, this group is a walk at your own pace, low-pressure walking program.
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LEAP Chess Club at Whitman Library
                        
                        
                            
                                Wed, November 19, 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. We will take next week off for an early closing - Please join us NEXT NEXT Wednesday on…
 
                             
                 
                 
                 
                 
                 
                 
                 
                 
                 
                 
                