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Read Baby Read Storytime
Wed, September 3, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Fox Chase Library
“Read, Baby, Read” on Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces. This program is intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. Read, Baby, Read is a series of programs focused on language and literacy development…
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Preschool Storytime
Wed, September 3, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Join us for stories, songs, and movement. This program is intended for our friends ages 6 and under, along with their adult caregivers. Stay after for free play! Meets most Wednesdays. For large groups or classes, please call the library to schedule a library visit.
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Computer Skills for Beginners
Wed, September 3, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Need computer help? Take a free digital skills workshop at the Library! Learn how to use a computer, get online, and more. Training provided by Beyond Literacy. Please call to register at 215-474-1235.
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The Philadelphia City Commissioner's Office 2025 Elections Resource
Wed, September 3, 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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Preschool Storytime & Playgroup
Wed, September 3, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join us for Preschool storytime every Monday! Enjoy stories, rhythms, and songs. Stay after storytime for playgroup. This program is intended for ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.
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Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Wed, September 3, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-868-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Adult Basic Literacy classes at Kingsessing…
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Wonder Wednesdays
Wed, September 3, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Come spend your Wednesday afternoon at the library! Children of all ages can join us every Wednesday from 1-3 p.m. for reading, games, crafts, and fun! This program is intended for children of all ages and their families.
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Beginners Crochet Class
Wed, September 3, 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. .
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Sew What?! ROOM 108 Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, September 3, 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…
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English Conversation Group
Wed, September 3, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required.
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After-School Meals
Wed, September 3, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Stop by after school and eat a light supper! This program is for students enrolled in pre-K through 12th grade and meals will be available Monday - Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Meals must be eaten at the library. This After School Meal Program is a federally-funded Child Nutrition Program…
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Toddler Storytime
Wed, September 3, 2025
3:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Fun stories and sing-alongs for early literacy development! Ages 1-3 recommended.
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First Wednesdays with the Rare Book Department - Mushrooms!
Wed, September 3, 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. Our September theme? Mushrooms! Can’t make it? Don’t forget about our free…
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Miriam Toews | A Truce That Is Not Peace
Wed, September 3, 2025
7:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: $5.00
The Author Events Series presents Miriam Toews | A Truce That Is Not Peace In Conversation with Katy Waldman “Why do you write?” the organizer of a literary event in Mexico City asks Miriam Toews. Each attempted answer from Toews-all of them unsatisfactory to the organizer-surfaces…
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Toddler Storytime
Thu, September 4, 2025
10:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Fun stories and sing-alongs for early literacy development! Ages 1-4 recommended.
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English as a Second Language
Thu, September 4, 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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Storytime Adventures!
Thu, September 4, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Join Miss Liz for Storytime Adventures on Thursday mornings at 10:30am, where we'll explore a new theme each week! Stay after storytime for playtime. Intended for preschoolers ages 3+ and their caregivers, but all are welcome. In the colder months this event…
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Storytime in the Park at Starr Garden
Thu, September 4, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
Storytime for the whole family (just like at the library!) Located on the field inside Starr Garden. Bring your own blanket! Starr Garden is located at 600 Lombard Street.
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English/French Language Exchange
Thu, September 4, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Interested in learning French and helping French speakers practice English? Interested in learning English and helping English speakers practice French? Come join our free informal group. Sign up for the interest list: https://bit.ly/BRLEnglishFrench2025
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Échange linguistique anglais-français
Thu, September 4, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Avez-vous envie d'apprendre le français et d'aider les francophones à pratiquer l'anglais? Vous souhaitez apprendre l'anglais et aider les anglophones à pratiquer le français? Rejoignez notre groupe informel gratuit. Formulaire…