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Portraits of America: Miniature Painting Workshop
Sat, September 13, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Who gets to be remembered in history? Who has been overlooked or deliberately erased? Who should have their portrait hanging in the museum? Come look at examples of historical and contemporary portrait painting and be inspired to create your own unique portrait. All supplies will be provided.…
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Pickling and Fermentation Meet Up
Sat, September 13, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us each month if you're interested in pickling, fermentation, and other food preservation projects. Share your pickles, preserved fruits, sauces, drinks and knowledge! For adults and teens.
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Fiber Friends
Sat, September 13, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Fiber artists are invited to join us for an afternoon of crafting and conversation with fellow artists. All skill levels are welcome. Assistance with knitting and sewing can be provided, and we have a sewing machine to use. Some supplies will be available. For Adults, teens and…
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Films in association with the Handwriting on the Wall Exhibit
Now through Sat, September 13, 2025
3:18 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
The HEIM CENTER FOR CULTURAL AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT will show the films Graf Files of Anarchy and Sly Artistic City in conjunction with the HANDWRITING ON THE WALL exhibit. The films will be played on a loop from 10 AM to 4 PM, on screens within the Heim Center. **Please be advised that there…
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PuzzlePalooza
Mon, September 15, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Get ready to piece together some fun with Drop-In Puzzle Making. Teens and adults are invited to stop by anytime during the week to work on community puzzles or start one of their own. A new set of puzzles will be available each week, and you're welcome to bring your own to share or complete!
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Would You Rather...?
Mon, September 15, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Each week, check out our "Would You Rather?" wall prompt in the library! Grab a sticky note, write your answer, and stick it up to share your opinion. It’s a fun and exciting way to see what everyone thinks—all week long!
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Blind Date with a Book!
Mon, September 15, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Ready to fall in love with a new book? Join us for Blind Date with a Book, a fun week-long event where teens and adults choose a wrapped book by genre and check it out without knowing the title. Each week features a fresh selection of mystery reads so come back and take a chance on something new.
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Girls Who Code
Mon, September 15, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Come be a part of our Girls Who Code Club at the library this summer. Join a sisterhood of supportive peers and role models using computer science to change the world. We will be using the 3rd - 5th grade curriculum supplied by Girls Who Code . This club will offer fun activities through a…
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Movie Monday: Dora and the Lost City of Gold
Mon, September 15, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Dora! Join us for a screening of Dora and the Lost City of Gold (rated PG). All are welcome.
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Teen RPG Day
Mon, September 15, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
Join us at the Field Teen Center for an afternoon of RPG adventures! This is an ongoing campaign every Monday at the Field Teen Center, open to both drop-ins and consistent players. Programs at the Field Teen Center are open to individuals ages 12 to 18 . Organized groups…
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Chess Club for Kids!
Mon, September 15, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us each Monday from 4:00-4:45pm for Chess Club! Kids 12 and under are welcome to play and learn with support from a skilled chess player. All supplies provided. No experience is necessary; all skill levels welcome! This event will be held in the Story Hour Room, within the Central…
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Marevelous Mondays: STEAM Programming
Mon, September 15, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Join us every Monday for a marvelous time as we explore the world of STEAM. Each week will feature fun activities that focus on science, technology, engineering, art and math. All ages welcome!
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Drawing Club
Mon, September 15, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Work on your drawing skills at the library's drawing club! Draw from your imagination or a still life, join Quinn and let's flex those artsy muscles! For kids in High School and adults. No art skills are needed and materials will be provided.
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Teen Video Game Hang
Mon, September 15, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Join us for gaming and snacks after school! Play our Nintendo Switch on the big screen or try out some old-school Wii games. Open to anyone ages 10-18. - Program Time: 4-5:30PM
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PMC Shares Workshop: Threats to the Independence of PA's Judiciary
Mon, September 15, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Social Science and History Department
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Parkway Central Library
The independence of our Judiciary, the third branch of government, is crucial to the continuance of our democracy. There are various threats and challenges to this important institution. This will be a conversation about these threats, and how concerned Pennsylvanians can take action to defend…
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Civil War Artifacts with the Grand Army of the Republic Museum!
Mon, September 15, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Holmesburg Library
Learn the history of the Grand Army of the Republic Museum; a hidden gem in this area. View artifacts from the Civil War.
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Monday Poets Season 31
Mon, September 15, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Literature Department
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Parkway Central Library
Cost: FREE
Come join us in celebrating local poets with the kickoff of season 31 of Monday Poets! We are proud to host two great poets: Andrea Walls is Founder and Creative Director of Philadelphia's Museum of Black Joy. She is a poet, photographer and grassroots archivist. She…
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UPENN Nursing Students Tabling in the Science and Wellness Department
Tue, September 16, 2025
9:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Please join fall's cohort of UPENN Nursing students who will be tabling in the lobby of Parkway Central Library Tuesdays and Thursdays. They'll be sharing advice for healthy living and will be able to take your blood pressure. No registration is required.
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PuzzlePalooza
Tue, September 16, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Get ready to piece together some fun with Drop-In Puzzle Making. Teens and adults are invited to stop by anytime during the week to work on community puzzles or start one of their own. A new set of puzzles will be available each week, and you're welcome to bring your own to share or complete!
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Open Computer Lab and Computer Assistance
Tue, September 16, 2025
11:00 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? Stop by the computer lab at South Philadelphia Library.