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Rare Books Roadshow
Thu, April 24, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
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(NEW DATE) Headshots at the BRIC!
Thu, April 24, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
Get a FREE headshot photo taken at the Business Resource and Innovation Center! Headshots are a unique service for entrepreneurs, nonprofit professionals, job seekers, and more. Use your photo to enhance your professional portfolio and make your LinkedIn profile stand out among the…
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Unshakeable Confidence: Your Key to Job Search Success: Virtual Full Circle Career Workshop
Thu, April 24, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Virtual
This workshop is designed specifically for job seekers who want to shake off negativity, build self-assurance, and stand out in today’s competitive job market. In this hands-on session, you’ll discover powerful tools to overcome barriers like fear of rejection, imposter syndrome, and…
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Cooking for Teens: Taco Thursday!
Thu, April 24, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
It's taco time! Teens aged 12 to 18 are welcome to join us on Thursday, April 24 for a taco making event. Teens will be able to create their own tacos and top them with a variety of add-ons. Vegan and vegetarian options will be available. Programs at the Field Teen Center are…
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Build Club
Thu, April 24, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for Build Club! Explore different types of toddler-friendly construction toys including MagnaTiles, Duplos, Blocks, and more. Open to children 12 and under.
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Sew What?! ROOM 108 Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, April 24, 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…
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RESCHEDULED - Comix Club
Thu, April 24, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
The Free Library of Philadelphia system has announced an early 1:00pm closure on Thursday, April 17th, so this month's meeting of Comix Club will take place on Thursday, April 24th instead. We typically gather every third Thursday, in the Art Department , on Parkway Central…
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Rebecca Romney | Jane Austen's Bookshelf: A Rare Book Collector's Quest to Find the Women Writers Who Shaped a Legend
Thu, April 24, 2025
7:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: $5.00
The Author Events Series presents Rebecca Romney | Jane Austen's Bookshelf: A Rare Book Collector's Quest to Find the Women Writers Who Shaped a Legend REGISTER In Conversation with Allie Alvis Jane Austen's Bookshelf investigates the disappearance of…
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Preschool Storytime
Fri, April 25, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Scout for stories, songs, and rhymes, and stay for playtime afterwards! Intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. In good weather, this program will be held outdoors in Shakespeare Park, directly across the street from the library's main entrance. In…
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Rare Books Roadshow
Fri, April 25, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
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Rare Books Roadshow
Fri, April 25, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
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Rare Books Roadshow
Fri, April 25, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
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I Wish to Say: Write a Postcard to the President
Fri, April 25, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Stop by artist Sheryl Oring’s office and dictate your messages to the U.S. president at the Parkway Central Library from noon to 2 PM. This free, all ages public program will be led by Oring, whose work is currently featured in the “Secretary to the People” exhibit at the…
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Chair Yoga
Fri, April 25, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for a 1-hour gentle yoga practice that uses a chair for seating and balance. Taught by Janet McAllister Faulls, a registered yoga teacher with over 13 years of experience in Philadelphia. All ages and abilities welcome. Please dress comfortably! Class will be held in Room…
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Crochet Club
Fri, April 25, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Are you interested in crochet? Learn how to crochet or practice your skills with Mady and other children and teens. All supplies will be provided. This event will take place in the public area of The Central Children's Departmen
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Music Special Collections Showcase
Sat, April 26, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Fleisher Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Join Special Collections staff for a pop-up event highlighting materials from the Music Special Collections including the Edwin A. Fleisher Collection of Orchestral Music , the Drinker Collection of Choral Music, and Sheet Music. You will explore and learn…
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Family Day on the Block with One Book
Sat, April 26, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Saturday, April 26, 2025 Activities start at 11am, Screening 12:30pm Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine St. Montgomery Auditorium REGISTER In Partnership with the Philadelphia Film Society's Movie on the Block Series, join us for a family-focused afternoon filled with Arts and Crafts,…
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Unlock the DNA of Your Brand Workshop: An Exclusive Introductory Session
Sat, April 26, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
Your brand is more than just a product or service, it’s s a powerful story that connects, resonates, and builds loyalty. But do you truly know what makes your brand unique? Join Joan deBien-Trammell, MBA, for a 90-minute interactive introduction to the Your Brand DNA Discovery Workshop.…
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Entrepreneur Book Club
Sat, April 26, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
Most CEOs read 4 - 5 books a month - join their ranks! The Entrepreneur Book Club will read books that focus on starting, running, and enhancing business success, as well as titles that speak to the entrepreneurial mindset. We will meet in the BRIC on the fourth Saturday of the month. Join us in…
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The Extraordinary Black Heritage in Philly’s Everyday Places
Sat, April 26, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Map Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Heim Center Room 131/132 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Join us to culminate the ending of the Black Histories of Philadelphia exhibition with a two hour panel discussion delving into the rich history of everyday Black Philadelphians. Explore how the stories of the past are being used as a…
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