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Teen Thursdays
Thu, November 7, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Teens in grades 7-12, please join us for fun craft, food, and literacy activities! From homemade milkshakes to tiny food, bad art to DIY lip balm, and book spine poetry to a gingerbread challenge, we have something for everyone!
Read Baby Read Storytime
Fri, November 8, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join Ms. Blake for bounces, songs, and stories specifically geared towards building early literacy in babies. Join us after storytime for a special interactive baby playtime!
Intermediate English
Fri, November 8, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Tuesdays and Fridays 2-3:30 pm (September 20 - November 19, 2024) The course is for students with a basic understanding of English and interested in developing their communication skills. Learn and practice English for daily life in the in-person course taught by the University of…
Free Tai Chi
Sat, November 9, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Tai Chi Chi Kung I form is short, simple, and is easy to learn with 13 repeating moves. Through the regular practice of Tai Chi Chi Kung I you can learn to move your body effortlessly, utilizing the energy of circulation, or Chi, rather than muscle tension. By feeling the circulation through the…
Toddler Storytime
Tue, November 12, 2024
11:15 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join Ms. Blake on tuesdays for toddler storytime. We will enjoy songs, stories, rhymes, and follow up with a special toddler playtime!
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Tue, November 12, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
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 Margie. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Intermediate English
Tue, November 12, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Tuesdays and Fridays 2-3:30 pm (September 20 - November 19, 2024) The course is for students with a basic understanding of English and interested in developing their communication skills. Learn and practice English for daily life in the in-person course taught by the University of…
InstaElect A Political Workshop Series for Teens
Tue, November 12, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Do you want to join the fast-paced, intense, and often confusing world of political engagement? Join library staff for a series of empowering, informative workshops that will help you understand and communicate your political worldview, utilizing social media and IRL conversation. For grades…
Community Crafting
Tue, November 12, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join library staff for a community crafting circle on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month from 5:30 - 6:30 pm. Bring your own project or choose from a variety of beginner-friendly crafts we have on deck while socializing with other crafters!
Movie Matinee
Wed, November 13, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join us for a screening of a newly released film in our downstairs meeting room. Please contact the library for movie titles (215-685-6621).
Teen Thursdays
Thu, November 14, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Teens in grades 7-12, please join us for fun craft, food, and literacy activities! From homemade milkshakes to tiny food, bad art to DIY lip balm, and book spine poetry to a gingerbread challenge, we have something for everyone!
Read Baby Read Storytime
Fri, November 15, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join Ms. Blake for bounces, songs, and stories specifically geared towards building early literacy in babies. Join us after storytime for a special interactive baby playtime!
Intermediate English
Fri, November 15, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Tuesdays and Fridays 2-3:30 pm (September 20 - November 19, 2024) The course is for students with a basic understanding of English and interested in developing their communication skills. Learn and practice English for daily life in the in-person course taught by the University of…
The Science of Fibers presented by the Science History Institute
Mon, November 18, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Explore the history of science through hands-on encounters with museum objects: a 1930s wool swimsuit, nylon sample books, and Gore-Tex. Learn about the history of fibers and the myriad ways they shape our lives – often in unexpected and unintended ways.
State Rep. Ben Waxman Mobile Office Hours
Tue, November 19, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
State Rep. Ben Waxman’s Office is providing mobile office hours in Rittenhouse Square. They will be available to provide constituents with information on state government-related programs and services available. The staff can also assist you with government-related problems you may have.…
Toddler Storytime
Tue, November 19, 2024
11:15 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join Ms. Blake on tuesdays for toddler storytime. We will enjoy songs, stories, rhymes, and follow up with a special toddler playtime!
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Tue, November 19, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
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 Margie. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Intermediate English
Tue, November 19, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Tuesdays and Fridays 2-3:30 pm (September 20 - November 19, 2024) The course is for students with a basic understanding of English and interested in developing their communication skills. Learn and practice English for daily life in the in-person course taught by the University of…
Mushroom Art with the Mycology Club
Tue, November 19, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join the Philadelphia Mycology Club to explore the fascinating world of mushrooms. We will discuss the importance of mushrooms in our ecosystem and how they interact with other organisms. Then, kids can explore their creative side by making mushroom art.
Movie Matinee
Wed, November 20, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join us for a screening of a newly released film in our downstairs meeting room. Please contact the library for movie titles (215-685-6621).