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Writing Wednesdays: Snail Mail Letters
Wed, December 18, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Welsh Road Library
Join us every Wednesday from 2-4 PM as we encourage the lost art of letter writing. Practice your penmanship, enjoy a soothing, meditative hobby, or gain a new pen pal & brighten someone's mailbox with a handwritten letter. Supplies will be offered. All ages welcome!
Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, December 18, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Art Department
at
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 the…
Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, December 18, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
at
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 the…
Beginner English
Wed, December 18, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library
Wednesdays and Fridays 2:00-3:30 pm (October 16 - December 20, 2024) Learn and practice English for daily life. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners. Sign up for the interest form at https://bit.ly/3MWAqKa .…
Movie Matinee
Wed, December 18, 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).
The Wednesday Scrabble Club!
Wed, December 18, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library
Do you want to dabble with the word game Scrabble? Well, come afterschool on Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:30 and learn about the power of "QI". Qi does score high here. Wyoming Library will be closed on the next two Wednesdays, please joing us in 2025 when the Scrabble Club returns…
Wednesday STEAM LEAP Activity
Wed, December 18, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
An activity that changes from week to week to explore language, art, and/or STEM topics in the children's section from 3pm-4:45pm.
Toddler Storytimes
Wed, December 18, 2024
3:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Fun stories and sing-alongs for early literacy development! Ages 1-3 recommended.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, December 18, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore 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 volunteers Robin and Ted. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Lego Club
Wed, December 18, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Explore your creativity and build friendships with weekly Lego challenges and games! Questions? Email BeelerW@freelibrary.org or call the phone number below.
Queer Comics Club
Wed, December 18, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join us for a biweekly comic book club for young adults aged 14-24. We'll meet on the first and third Wednesdays of the month to explore and discuss graphic novels and manga that center queer stories and voices.
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Wed, December 18, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Independent readers and children who are learning to read are invited to practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Yes, you can pet them, too! Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program & each child will be assigned…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, December 18, 2024
6:00 P.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 Natalia. The group will meet in HEIM 131/132 on the first floor.…
Toddler Storytimes
Thu, December 19, 2024
10:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Fun stories and sing-alongs for early literacy development! Ages 1-3 recommended.
Open Computer Lab and Computer Assistance
Thu, December 19, 2024
10:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Do you need extra assistance on the computer or a longer timeframe to apply for jobs, take a test, or fill out applications? Walk in to receive computer help or call 215-685-1866 to register for a longer computer reservation (up to 1.5 hours) during our open computer lab hours!
Storytime with Ms. Prather
Thu, December 19, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Join our Children's Librarian for stories, songs, rhymes, dance and play. Best for infants through preschool aged children, along with their caregivers. Groups must reserve their spot in advance by calling the library. Also meets November 21 and December 19.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, December 19, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Every Wednesday morning, join us for stories, songs, and movement. This program is intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. For large groups or classes, please call to schedule a library visit.
Storytime Adventures!
Thu, December 19, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Join Miss Liz for Storytime Adventures on Thursday mornings at 10:30am, where we'll explore a new theme each week! Stay after storytime for playtime. Intended for preschoolers ages 3+ and their caregivers, but all are welcome. In good weather this event will be…
Read Baby Read Preschool Storytime
Thu, December 19, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Wynnefield Library
Join Ms. Susan for stories, songs, and interactive play. (Ages 2-5 years) Read Baby Read is made possible by a generous grant from the William Penn Foundation.
Read, Baby, Read Storytime
Thu, December 19, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Oak Lane Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Best for children from birth to age 2; siblings welcome. Read, Baby, Read is made possible by a generous grant from the William Penn Foundation. An ASL interpreter is available upon advanced request; please email librarian Natalie at…