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Film Screening: Passage to Sweden
Mon, August 5, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Social Science and History Department
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Parkway Central Library
4th Floor Skyline Room Sweden's geographic location and its role during WWII changed the fate of thousands of Jews. Join us for a screening of the award-winning documentary Passage To Sweden (58 minutes), which highlights the heroic actions of ordinary people who saved the lives of…
Summer: Teen Tuesdays
Tue, August 6, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Calling all teens - bring your friends and join us for gaming, crafts, movies/anime, food and more. Drop in for a round of Super Smash Bros or build the ultimate playlist with us all afternoon. Snacks and free books provided. For youth, grades 7-12th Program runs from 1:00pm-4:00pm. Sign Up for…
Citizenship Class Session
Tue, August 6, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
We are excited to offer Free Citizenship Classes in West Philadelphia starting in July! District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund will host an In-Person Citizenship Class at the Walnut Street West Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia on Tuesdays and…
Teen Movie Day
Tue, August 6, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Sit back, relax, and enjoy popcorn and a movie while you cool off in the library. Tuesdays July 16, 23, 30, and August 6.
Free Library Chess Club
Tue, August 6, 2024
5:00 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 5:00-7:30 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…
Night Raven Gaming Society
Tue, August 6, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
New to 40k... come and learn to play... experienced players we have organized play.... Assemble forces for historical battles in WWII, Vietnam, Middle East and even Modern conflicts. The Masquerade continues to with Vampire the Eternal Struggle here... Chose a clan and direct your minions to…
Summer of Wonder Wednesdays
Wed, August 7, 2024
1:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Wednesdays are wonder-ful at South Philadelphia Library! Join us for activities and crafts, to track your summer reading, check out new books, and win prizes!
Summer of Wonder Teen Hangout
Wed, August 7, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Escape the heat and join us for teen hangout with snacks and activities. Bring your friends, make new ones, and learn about what the library has for you!
Journaling for Teens
Wed, August 7, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Tacony Library
Participants will receive a notebook to decorate and write or draw in. Write about how your day's going, your plans for the future, or whatever is on your mind. Or compose your own stories and poems. Enjoy a snack while you journal. All supplies provided.
Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, August 7, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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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 the…
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, August 7, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Independent readers and children who are learning to read are invited to practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Yes, you can pet them, too! Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program & each child will be assigned…
Queer Comics Club
Wed, August 7, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join us for a biweekly book club for young adults aged 14-24 where we'll explore and discuss graphic novels and manga that center queer stories and voices.
COINTELPRO: A Black August Discussion with Dr. Kelly Harris
Wed, August 7, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Social Science and History Department
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Parkway Central Library
Cost: FREE
Join us as we observe Black August, a month dedicated to acknowledging and honoring Black political prisoners and the ongoing resistance to oppression. In recognition of Black August, we will delve into the historic Counterintelligence Program (COINTELPRO) targeted against African Americans.…
The Library of the Wizard Earl - Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Rare Book Department
Wed, August 7, 2024
6:30 P.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
A storied English aristocratic family, living in a palatial home that was once an abbey, struggles to maintain their household in the face of 20th century financial realities. On April 23rd and 24th 1928, this PBS plotline unfolded in the sales rooms of Sotheby and Company, London, as 172 items,…
Foam Party Summer Finale
Thu, August 8, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Richmond Library
Play in mountains of foam and bubbles outside the library! Wear something that can get wet! Swim shoes and a change of clothes are also a good idea. In case of rain, program will be rescheduled. Text @ricschool to 81010 for reminders.
Citizenship Class Session
Thu, August 8, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
We are excited to offer Free Citizenship Classes in West Philadelphia starting in July! District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund will host an In-Person Citizenship Class at the Walnut Street West Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia on Tuesdays and…
Teen Thursday- One Piece Craft Event
Thu, August 8, 2024
1:30 P.M.
Holmesburg Library
It’s time for one last departure on our one piece adventure as we end the show with a fun craft event.
We Are What We Eat: Curator-Led Exhibition Tour
Thu, August 8, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
The Free Library’s newest exhibition, We Are What We Eat, explores the intersection of food, community, and identity. With recipes and cooking techniques passed down through generations, culinary heritage helps preserve flavors and traditions of our ancestors. Food also connects us with…
Bird Walk
Thu, August 8, 2024
3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Location: Columbus Square Park (13th & Wharton) Thursdays are for the birds! Join South Philly Library for a walk to Columbus Square Park & catch a glimpse of some neighborhood birds. We will have some binoculars and bird guides available for use during the program to help identify the…
Yoga for Adults
Thu, August 8, 2024
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…