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Crochet Club
Sat, April 26, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Join Wynnefield Library and Sisters Interacting Through Stitches to create craft projects by sharing skills at all levels in quilting, knitting, crocheting, sewing, and felting. Throughout the year we will engage in special projects for Autism Acceptance, Women’s History, Heart…
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Pop-Up Zine Reading Room
Sat, April 26, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Joe and Katie will be bringing a selection of zines to the library in their spruced-up vintage library cart for patrons to peruse. Come read and chat about zines with us! Consonant Collective is headed by Katie Haegele and Joseph Carlough, who live in East Falls. The group produces zines,…
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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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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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- Black History Month
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- Speakers and Lectures
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(CANCELLED) Entrepreneur Book Club
Sat, April 26, 2025
2:00 P.M.
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. Please…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, April 26, 2025
2:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia 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 volunteer Christine. Questions? Email AdultLearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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Meet the Insects & Arachnids with Insectopia
Sat, April 26, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for a meet & greet with some very fascinating insects, arachnids, & an entomologist (bug scientist)! Kids & adults alike will have a great time learning about these arthropods & will even have the opportunity to hold them. All ages welcome!
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"Black Histories of Philadelphia" Exhibition
Now through Sat, April 26, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Print and Picture Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Black Histories of Philadelphia looks at some of the stories of people and places that make up Philadelphia’s countless histories. Some stories are kept, some fade over time, and others are misrepresented or silenced. The people featured in this exhibition created change through…
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"Black Histories of Philadelphia" Exhibition
Now through Sat, April 26, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Black Histories of Philadelphia looks at some of the stories of people and places that make up Philadelphia’s countless histories. Some stories are kept, some fade over time, and others are misrepresented or silenced. The people featured in this exhibition created change through…
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"Black Histories of Philadelphia" Exhibition
Now through Sat, April 26, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Map Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Black Histories of Philadelphia looks at some of the stories of people and places that make up Philadelphia’s countless histories. Some stories are kept, some fade over time, and others are misrepresented or silenced. The people featured in this exhibition created change through…
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Youth Cooking Class
Mon, April 28, 2025
3:30 A.M.
McPherson Square Library
SNAP-Ed food educators will be cooking health food and snacks once a month
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Philly Career Launch - Career Exploration Workshop
Mon, April 28, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Explore careers that build on your strengths and interests and get hands-on experience with online resources, such as the Free Library’s database of training opportunities at careertraining.freelibrary.org. The workshop goes from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Boxed lunch provided. Free.…
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Career Exploration Workshops
Mon, April 28, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Have you experienced job disruption over the past few years? Are you feeling stuck in a low-paying job or wanting a new or better employment situation? Join us at the Free Library of Philadelphia at 10 am- 2 pm with Lillian Merraro for an upcoming Career Exploration Workshop. Explore careers…
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*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Mon, April 28, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
** Class is full and not accepting new students. Please call the number below to be placed on the waitlist or find an alternate class location. ** 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…
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Spring 2025 Plant/Cutting Swap
Mon, April 28, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Whitman Library
Want to refresh your plant collection? Whitman Library is holding a plant/cutting swap! Bring a cutting or plant then take one of ours. New to plant care? Check out one of our display books. Please only swap tabletop-sized plants or smaller, as we do not have the space for larger plants.…
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Rare Books Roadshow
Mon, April 28, 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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Rare Books Roadshow
Mon, April 28, 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
Mon, April 28, 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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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, April 28, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central 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 volunteer Nancy. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
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Legal Advice Live! With the Young Lawyers Division of the Philadelphia Bar Association
Mon, April 28, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Social Science and History Department
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Parkway Central Library
Residents of Philadelphia and the surrounding counties can get free legal assistance from members of the Philadelphia Bar Association Young Lawyers Division on Monday, April 28 from 12-2 p.m. Residents can get advice on matters related to family law, housing and homeownership,…