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LEAP into Fun!
Tue, October 22, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join the LEAP team for craft and construction projects in our Story Hour Room. All ages (12 and under) are welcome! The Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program (LEAP) offers K-12 out-of-school programming that fosters an inclusive, informal learning environment for children,…
Chess Club for Kids
Tue, October 22, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Learn to play chess, or learn to play better chess! This program is intended for school age children and teens, grades 2-12.
Tuesday Chess Club with Mx. Kate
Tue, October 22, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Kids 12 and under are welcome to play and learn with support from Mx. Kate. All supplies provided. No experience is necessary; all skill levels welcome! Chess Club will be held inside the library in the meeting room.
Free Library Chess Club
Tue, October 22, 2024
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…
Mindfulness Meditation | Practice Session
Tue, October 22, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Join instructor Maceo Hood in this beginner friendly meditation class. In this one-hour course, we will practice and discuss the benefits of mindful meditation. Thirty minutes will be devoted to a guided meditation. Maceo received his certification from the Institute for Organizational Science…
Celebrity Memoir Book Club | Bits and Pieces by Whoopi Goldberg
Tue, October 22, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Love memoirs? Love celebrity gossip? Join us! Every 4th Tuesday of the month we will discuss a different memoir authored by a celebrity. A limited number of books will be available at Fumo Library leading up to each session. Pick up one of our copies or place a hold online or at any…
Falls Writing Group
Tue, October 22, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Join us as we launch the new Falls Writing Group! Connect with other writers for motivation, accountability, and inspiration via free writing, prompts and writing games, group sharing, feedback sessions and more. This will be a positive and non-judgmental community open to writers of…
Fall Holiday Crafts
Tue, October 22, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Katharine Drexel Library
Join us to celebrate the fall holidays with a Pumpkin Scene! Space is limited, seating is first-come, first-served. For children in K-5th grade, preschoolers are welcome with an accompanying adult.
Community Crafting
Tue, October 22, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join library staff for a community crafting circle! We'll meet on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month on the library's lower level from 5:30 - 6:30 pm, beginning on September 10. Feel free to bring your own project, or show up to learn the basics of crochet or knitting.
English Conversation Group
Tue, October 22, 2024
5:45 P.M.
Fishtown Community 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 Gleb. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
School Vouchers: The Promise and Reality
Tue, October 22, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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Parkway Central Library
How do private school voucher programs impact our public schools and its students? Maura McInerney, Legal Director at the Education Law Center, will discuss the consequences of vouchers on equitable education opportunities and will answer audience questions following the lecture. …
Night Raven Gaming Society
Tue, October 22, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
New to 40k... come and learn to play... experienced players we have organized play.... Assemble forces for historical battles in WWII, Vietnam, Middle East and even Modern conflicts. The Masquerade continues to with Vampire the Eternal Struggle here... Chose a clan and direct your minions to…
Philly Career Launch - Career Exploration Workshop
Wed, October 23, 2024
10:00 A.M.
McPherson Square 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.…
Stories and Songs for Babies and Toddlers
Wed, October 23, 2024
10:15 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Join Ms. Grace for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces perfect for infants and toddlers along with their caregivers! Free play with baby-friendly toys will wrap up the program. Siblings welcome. Read, Baby, Read is a series of programs focused on language and literacy development for…
Toddler and Preschooler Storytime
Wed, October 23, 2024
10:15 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
We’re going to read books, sing songs and move our bodies at the library with Ms. Lindsay. This storytime is intended for children 18 months to 5 years old. Siblings welcome. Groups can call to arrange a separate visit at 215-686-1766. Wednesdays at 10:15 AM
Read, Baby, Read Family Storytime
Wed, October 23, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Read, Baby, Read Family Storytime Join us for stories, songs, bounces & rhymes! Best for children age 6 months to 3 years, but older siblings welcome! This program is made possible by a generous grant from the William Penn Foundation.
Music and Movement!
Wed, October 23, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Ms Naomi for songs, dance, and fun explorations of rhythm and movement! This program is intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. Wednesdays at 10:30am in Shakespeare Park, or in inclement weather, in the Montgomery Auditorium. Instagram: @freelibraryccd…
Beginner English
Wed, October 23, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Wednesdays and Fridays 10:30 am -12 pm (September 18 - December 6, 2024) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners.…
Read, Baby, Read: Baby Storytime
Wed, October 23, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Roxborough Library
Join Mr. Rich for stories, songs, rhymes, and dances perfect for infants and toddlers along with their caregivers! Free play with baby-friendly toys and a baby-friendly climbing wall will wrap up the program. Siblings are always welcome. Read, Baby, Read is a series of programs…
Baby Lap Sit Storytime
Wed, October 23, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! For ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.