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Quest: A Roleplaying Adventure
Tue, October 14, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
Be whoever you want in this wonderous world of magic and danger! Quest is a thrilling tabletop role-playing game for kids and adults. Instruction will be provided to anyone new to Quest. Best for ages 10 and older. Tuesdays, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
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Oak Lane Game Night
Tue, October 14, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
Interested in learning a new game? Looking for some friendly competition? Join us for Chess, Scrabble, Sorry, Uno, Jenga, and a variety of games old and new. All ages and abilities are welcome. We'll be here on the 2nd Tuesday of the Month, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
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After-school Yarning Club
Tue, October 14, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Join us for an afer-school crafting time! Knit, crochet, make pom-poms, and more. We will have some supplies to share, but we encourage you to bring your own. Staff may be available to teach crochet or knitting. We'll meet in the Children's department. Meets most Tuesdays, from…
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Coding Fun with Raspberry Pi
Tue, October 14, 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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Fall Concert
Tue, October 14, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Dwight Evans Library of West Oak Lane
Brian London, of Gibby's Joint, will perform folk songs as stories of everyday people. Brian London is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and educator. He has performed at iconic venues ranging from the Painted Bride Art Center to CBGBs in a career spanning fifty years. He is also the…
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Fantasy Fiction Writer's Workshop
Tue, October 14, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Richmond Library
At this free writing workshop, we’ll explore the many genre conventions of fantasy and uncover the deeper truths that make stories unforgettable. You’ll learn to forge heroes through flaws and arcs, craft villains with secrets to unravel, and build vivid worlds alive with magic,…
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Do Elections Have Consequences? A Bridging Blocks: A WHYY Community Conversation
Tue, October 14, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Skyline Room (4th Floor) Voting is a civil right — and for many, a civic duty. Elections grant citizens the opportunity to cast a ballot to select members of their government and potentially impact policies and actions that follow. In Philadelphia’s…
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Movie Jawn at the Lit Department
Tue, October 14, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Literature Department
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Parkway Central Library
The Free Library's Literature Department is proud to partner with Movie Jawn for the screening of the 1949 noir-mystery-horror film, " Alias Nick Beal" starring Ray Milland. The event will coincide with the release of Movie Jawn's fall issue. The event…
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Chess Club
Tue, October 14, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Roxborough Library
All ages and skill levels are welcome, boards and clocks are provided. Join us for a 30 minute lecture from Coach Chris followed by free-play to practice, learn or prepare for one of our upcoming tournaments. Questions? Email RoxboroughChessClub@gmail.com Meets most…
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Chestnut Hill Concert Series: The Jack St. Clair Quintet
Tue, October 14, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Join us for an evening of classic jazz in the seasonal return of our concert series! Jack St. Clair is a saxophonist, bandleader, and music arranger based in Philadelphia. Jack fronts bands of all sizes - from smaller combos to his 17-piece jazz orchestra, which rollicks through his…
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Meditation Club for Adults (Virtual)
Tue, October 14, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Virtual
Let's meditate together! We will explore various modalities of meditation in this ongoing program. Meditation has many benefits. It can reduce stress, help control anxiety, improve sleep and emotional health, and may reduce blood pressure and help control pain. Our…
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Would You Rather...? Halloween Edition
Wed, October 15, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Each week, check out our "Would You Rather?" Halloween edition wall prompt in the library! Grab a sticky note, write your answer, and stick it up to share your opinion. It’s a fun and exciting way to see what everyone thinks—all week long!
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Woodburning demonstration with Brian Carney
Wed, October 15, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Stop by the Art Department for a look at woodburning, or pyrography. Brian Carney will show off some of his recent work and will demonstrate his technique. We'll have books to borrow and browse on the subject on hand. Image: Detail of woodburning work by Brian Carney
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Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, October 15, 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! Our staff of library workers can help you learn to use a…
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Fiber Friends
Wed, October 15, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Fiber artists are invited to join us for an afternoon of crafting and conversation with fellow artists. All skill levels are welcome. Assistance with knitting and sewing can be provided, and we have a sewing machine to use. Some supplies will be available. For Adults, teens and…
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Reel Perspectives: Stories From The African Diaspora – Black Orpheus (1959)
Wed, October 15, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Reel Perspectives is a monthly film series that highlights the richness and diversity of stories from the African Diaspora. Each screening is followed by an open discussion, creating space for community members to share insights, reflections, and connections. From classic cinema to contemporary…
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Spooky Halloween Movie! Hocus Pocus
Wed, October 15, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
Join us for a different movie every Wednesday this month as we celebrate upcoming Halloween! Watch a spooky movie with others while having popcorn here at Donatucci from 2-4:30
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Holmesburg Anime Club-DoubleHeader! Trivia!
Wed, October 15, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Holmesburg Library
HOLMESBURG ANIME CLUB We’re going to have two back-to-back Anime Club meetups in October. For this one, we’ll be playing some Anime trivia to test your knowledge. Snacks will be provided. For more information, contact the library at 215-685-8756.
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LEAP Chess Club at Whitman Library
Wed, October 15, 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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Youth Care Team
Wed, October 15, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
Join us on Wednesday 10/15, Thursday 11/13, and Wednesday 12/10, all 3-5pm, for a visit from the Youth Care Team ! Supporting young people ages 13-21 years old with their mental, sexual, and reproductive wellness needs through confidential and non-judgmental education, counseling, and…