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W.E.B. Du Bois Reading Group
Tue, September 30, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
W.E.B. Du Bois, one of the leading intellectuals of his era was a revolutionary and a visionary who challenged his contemporaries and the status quo with his thoughts on race, racial inequality, empowerment, civil rights, and more. Join the W.E.B. Du Bois Reading Group as we read, explore…
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Coding Fun with Raspberry Pi
Tue, September 30, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
In this fun and engaging program, kids will learn how to code games, music, digital art, and much more! We will learn to code with Scratch and Python , and participants will be able to code projects from day one. Projects will also be accessible from home, so the fun never has to end.…
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Fiesta Latina!
Tue, September 30, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Tacony Library
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month - come enjoy the festivities! Don’t miss out on the food, music, and dancing! Enjoy a taco buffet and rice, then show off your Latin dance moves. All ages are welcome
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Chess Club
Tue, September 30, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
The Lovett Chess Club has been in existence for nearly a decade! Intermediate players of all ages are welcome. This is a cross-generational group that plays based on ability, not age. Come play with us! We'll be meeting in the Quiet Room. Most Tuesdays, from 5:00 -…
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Heart Smart: Eat Well, Move More, Live Better
Tue, September 30, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Heart Smart: Eat Well, Move More, Live Better Tuesdays, 9.9, 9.16, 9.23, and 9.30 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm Take charge of your health and join us for an evening focused on simple, practical steps to feel your best. Learn how to control your blood pressure, eat smart with fruits and…
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Student Safety on SEPTA
Tue, September 30, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
We will be hosting an interactive presentation which will help prepare kids for a new year of successful strategies for safe commutes on public transit. Join us for tips on how to navigate the city safely and with confidence. This presentation is part of a local girl scout's Gold Award - A…
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WHYY Pop-Up Newsroom
Wed, October 1, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Frankford Library
WHYY Pop-Up Newsroom WHYY invites you to join us on Wednesday, October 1st! Stop in from 1 to 4 p.m. to speak to a reporter on issues that matter to you! Your voice matters. Join the conversation -- and be heard.
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Sew What?! in the HEIM CENTER Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, October 1, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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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…
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Sew What?! HEIM CENTER Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, October 1, 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 the…
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LEAP Chess Club at Whitman Library
Wed, October 1, 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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First Wednesdays with the Rare Book Department - The Raven
Wed, October 1, 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. October is here and that can only mean one thing...it is Raven season. Tonight, we…
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Latin DJ Dance Fiesta!
Wed, October 1, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Join DJ CVGEBIRD for a Latin music-infused dance party on the rooftop in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. This event is LGTBQ+ friendly and open to all ages. Light refreshments will be served. Get ready to dance at the Parkway Central Library Skyline Room and Terrace. Join us for a night…
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UPENN Nursing Students Tabling in the Science and Wellness Department
Thu, October 2, 2025
9:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Please join fall's cohort of UPENN Nursing students who will be tabling in the lobby of Parkway Central Library Tuesdays and Thursdays. They'll be sharing advice for healthy living and will be able to take your blood pressure. No registration is required.
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Breast Cancer Prevention and Early Detection
Thu, October 2, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Discover practical, proven ways to reduce your risk and take charge of your health through awareness, regular screenings, and early action. This program is free and open to the public. Brought to you by UPENNs Nursing Students in partnership with the Science and Wellness Department.
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Breast Cancer Prevention and Early Detection
Thu, October 2, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Discover practical, proven ways to reduce your risk and take charge of your health through awareness, regular screenings, and early action. This program is free and open to the public. Brought to you by UPENNs Nursing Students in partnership with the Science and Wellness Department.…
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Community Quilt Circle!
Thu, October 2, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
This Hispanic Heritage Month will highlight the importance of storytelling, and craft circles. Visit Lillian Marrero Branch on Thursdays 2:30-4:30 beginning September 25th and ending October 9th for drop-in fabric square design workshops with Shanise B and Nicolle V! The second workshop is…
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Your Guide to Breast Cancer Prevention and Early Detection
Thu, October 2, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Join the UPENN's Nursing Students for a Breast Cancer Prevention Month program to learn proven, practical steps for reducing your risk and protecting your health through awareness, screening, and early action. This event is free and open to the public and will be held in Rooms 131/132…
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Teen Thursdays @ Kingsessing
Thu, October 2, 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!
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Treasures from the Literature Vault
Thu, October 2, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Literature Department
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Parkway Central Library
Do you love old books? Then join us for Treasures from the Vault– a casual, hands-on book club program spotlighting items from the Literature vault! The vault, home to our closed reference collections, is a treasure trove of hundreds of fascinating pieces of literary history. This program…
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Sew What?! Evening ROOM 108 Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, October 2, 2025
5:00 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, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in ROOM…