Game Day Wednesdays

Wed, May 21, 2025 12:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Join us in the Adult/Teen department for Scrabble, chess, trivia, checkers, card games, and more!  We'll have games, or you can bring your favorites.  For more information, please contact Ms. Claire Hand, Adult/Teen Librarian, at handc@freelibrary.org. Most Wednesdays from 12:00 -…

English for Beginners

Wed, May 21, 2025 1:00 P.M.
Independence Library

Build your confidence in listening to and speaking English in a welcoming atmosphere with other adult learners. No registration required, all are welcome. Space is limited so please arrive on time to get a spot. Questions? Speak to a librarian, email AdultLearning@freelibrary.org, or call…

TALKING TECH W/WAYNE

Wed, May 21, 2025 1:30 P.M.
Senior Services at Parkway Central Library

Beginners Crochet Class

Wed, May 21, 2025 1:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Nicetown Library neighbor and crochet enthusiast Jo-Ann will teach us some basic crochet techniques and help support any ongoing crochet projects.  All materials will be provided.  We'll meet most Wednesdays. .

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, May 21, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga 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®…

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, May 21, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional 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®…

Movie Matinee

Wed, May 21, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Join us for a screening of a newly released film in our downstairs meeting room. Please contact the library for movie titles (215-685-6621).    

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, May 21, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional 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®…

Sew What?! in the HEIM CENTER Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Wed, May 21, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement at 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…

Sew What?! HEIM CENTER Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Wed, May 21, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Art Department at 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…

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, May 21, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Haverford 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®…

Writing Wednesdays: Snail Mail Letters

Wed, May 21, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Welsh Road Library

Join us every Wednesday from 2-4 PM as we encourage the lost art of letter writing. Practice your penmanship, enjoy a soothing, meditative hobby, or gain a new pen pal & brighten someone's mailbox with a handwritten letter. Supplies will be offered. All ages welcome! 

English Conversation Class

Wed, May 21, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Fox Chase Library

This informal group is for mid-level beginner to intermediate learners to gain more confidence in speaking English. No judgement conversation class! Taught by Mr. Kamili. Children are welcome with parents!  

English Conversation Group - Intermediate+

Wed, May 21, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library staff.

English Conversation Group - Intermediate+

Wed, May 21, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteers Robin and Ted. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…

A Taste of African Heritage

Wed, May 21, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Let's chat and learn about nutrition, and taste traditional African dishes together. This program has been developed by Oldways and is led by a Jefferson-Einstein Nutrition Educator. No registration is needed but space will be limited to 20 participants. For all ages. We will meet…

Mindfulness Meditation | Practice Session

Wed, May 21, 2025 4:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness at Parkway Central Library

Join instructor Maceo Hood in a beginner friendly meditation class. In this one-hour course, we will practice and discuss the benefits of mindful meditation. At least thirty minutes will be devoted to a guided meditation. Maceo received his certification from the Institute for Organizational…

English Conversation Group - Intermediate+

Wed, May 21, 2025 6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

5/21/25: This group will meet in Room 108 on the first floor of the library.  Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free…

Pathways to the Past: Family History Series

Wed, May 21, 2025 6:00 P.M.
Social Science and History Department at Parkway Central Library

Part II: Black Genealogy on Ancestry and FamilySearch Join us for an engaging session tailored to simplify the intricate process of tracing African-American roots. Learn specialized methodologies and strategies designed for locating and discovering a diverse array of sources. Uncover the stories…

From Manila to Wall Street | Booktalk with Butch Meily

Wed, May 21, 2025 6:30 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library
Cost: 005.00

In celebration of Philadelphia's  World Heritage Week,  we invite you to join author Butch Meily in the Business Resource & Innovation Center (BRIC) at Parkway Central Library. Butch will discuss his new book, " From Manila to Wall Street - An Immigrant's Story of…