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FLoP Bowl Esports Tournament
Tue, November 18, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
*** Registration is only open until September 15, 2025. Call or ask a librarian in person for signup info.*** Teens 12-18 are invited to participate in the 2025 FLoP (Free Library of Philadelphia) Bowl! Join one of ten library teams to compete weekly in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on Nintendo…
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Craft Circle
Tue, November 18, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Looking for a crafting crew to keep you motivated as you work on your latest project? Neighbors who knit, sew, crochet, weave or stitch are welcome to join our craft circle. Feel free to stay for the full two hours or just drop in for a little while. Call the library ahead of time if you need…
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Chess Club Tuesday - All Ages!
Tue, November 18, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Neighbors of all ages are invited to play chess with us! All supplies provided. No experience is necessary, all skill levels welcome! Chess Club will be held inside the library in the meeting room.
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Writing The Worst Play Ever
Tue, November 18, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
This multi-session program celebrates drawing as a form of storytelling by guiding students through the process of creating a story from beginning to end, developing character, plot, and conflict, and presenting their story in sequence with storyboard panels. These programs are hosted by Mr.…
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Free Library Chess Club
Tue, November 18, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
Are you looking for a place to play chess, or are you interested in learning how to play? Join us on Tuesdays from 4:00-7:00 pm in the Heim Center on the First Floor. We have 20 chess sets and a limited amount of clocks available for use, or feel free to bring your own. RSVP at Facebook…
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Teen Lounge Tuesdays
Tue, November 18, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join Blackwell Regional Library for the all-new Teen Tuesdays, now transformed into a Teen Lounge. Teens can drop in for video games, board games, monthly crafts, and more every Tuesday. It’s your space—come make it yours!
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W.E.B. Du Bois Reading Group
Tue, November 18, 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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Bridging Blocks: A WHYY Community Conversation
Tue, November 18, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
This event will be held in Parkway Central's Skyline Room - please take the gold lobby elevators to the 4th Floor. Join WHYY News Community & Engagement team for ‘Bridging Blocks,’ a civic dialogue series in partnership with The Free Library of Philadelphia. Host -…
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Sew What?! ROOM 108 Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, November 19, 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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LEAP Chess Club at Whitman Library
Wed, November 19, 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. We will take next week off for an early closing - Please join us NEXT NEXT Wednesday on…
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Teen Thursdays @ Kingsessing
Thu, November 20, 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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Sew What?! Evening ROOM 108 Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, November 20, 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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FREE WORKSHOPS! Unlocking Your Inner Composer: Beginner/Intermediate Fourth Session (Series A)
Fri, November 21, 2025
10:45 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Ever wanted to try your hand at composing music? Join the Free Library and the acclaimed PRISM Quartet with special guests Diane Monroe , Ursula Rucker , and Tyshawn Sorey for the first in a series of free, hands-on workshops. Apply here! No experience is required —these sessions are open…
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FREE WORKSHOPS! Unlocking Your Inner Composer: Advanced Fourth Session (Series B)
Fri, November 21, 2025
1:15 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Ever wanted to try your hand at composing music? Join the Free Library and the acclaimed PRISM Quartet with special guests Diane Monroe , Ursula Rucker , and Tyshawn Sorey for the first in a series of free, hands-on workshops. Apply here! No experience is required —these sessions are open…
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Sew What?! Donatucci Afternoon Sewcial
Fri, November 21, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. 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, Fridays from 2-4pm. Bring in…
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FREE WORKSHOPS! Unlocking Your Inner Composer: Beginner/Intermediate Fourth Session (Series C)
Fri, November 21, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Ever wanted to try your hand at composing music? Join the Free Library and the acclaimed PRISM Quartet with special guests Diane Monroe , Ursula Rucker , and Tyshawn Sorey for the first in a series of free, hands-on workshops. Apply here! No experience is required —these sessions are open…
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Fiber Craft Fridays
Fri, November 21, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Make pom-poms and yarn dolls; learn the basics of crochet; finger knit; mushroom knit; or just get cozy with some yarn on a Friday afternoon. Yarn will be out in the children’s area starting at 3:30pm and Librarian Rachel will provide a short fiber art craft starting at 4pm every week.…
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Chess Club
Fri, November 21, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Join us for casual chess play at the library! Boards will be provided. Open to all skill levels.
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PRISM Concert: Unlocking your Inner Composer Series A: Beginner/intermediate
Sat, November 22, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Music Department
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Parkway Central Library
Be the first to hear exciting new works created by community composers in the Free Library’s Unlocking Your Inner Composer workshops. Check out our events listings here. Performed by the acclaimed PRISM Quartet with special guests violinist Diane Monroe , poet …
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LET'S DANCE SERIES *SATURDAYS* w/ SHIRLADELPHIA
Sat, November 22, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Senior Services
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Parkway Central Library
Join us in the Central Senior Services area for an introductory dance class. We are beginning our series with BALLROOM Dance Styles. All are invited. Registration is preferred. Drop in welcomed.