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Special Collections Showcase: Free Library of Philadelphia Archives
Sat, May 17, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Map Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Join the Special Collections Curator for Archives to view a selection of items from the Free Library of Philadelphia Archives and learn more about the history of the Library through various primary sources. This drop-in event will be held in the Map Collection at Parkway Central Library from…
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SJU Writing Center
Sat, May 17, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
In partnership with Saint Joseph's University Writing Center , the Wynnefield Library will offer free writing assistance to writers. Need help with an essay for school, cover letter, or resume? Come and see how the Writing Center can help! No appointment necessary.
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Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, May 19, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-868-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Adult Basic Literacy classes at Kingsessing…
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Edible Alphabet: Learn English through Cooking! (Online)
Tue, May 20, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Zoom
Tuesdays 10:30 am - 12:30 pm (April 1 - May 20, 2025) Adults are invited to this FREE online English class. Each week we read, write, and speak in English--and cook a meal together (at our own homes, connected through video call). Free grocery pick up available. Register at www.bit.ly/EAEnglish…
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Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Tue, May 20, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-686-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Please note this class will be taking place in the upstairs…
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Kids can Cook with Ms. Kate
Tue, May 20, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Learn about cooking and baking techniques by cooking with ms Kate on the first and third of the month at 4-5:30 pm. Participants will work in teams and then eat the wonderful food we cook up.
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Baby Lap Sit Storytime
Wed, May 21, 2025
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.
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Uke Troop! Get Started on Ukulele!
Wed, May 21, 2025
6:30 P.M.
Music Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join our beginner’s level workshop! Wednesday nights from April 16th to May 21st. RSVP for our step-by-step, six class series at tinyurl.com/uketroop We'll cover the basic chords, how to tune and hold the uke, and some basic strumming patterns. Players of all ages and abilities…
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Basic English Literacy
Thu, May 22, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Southwest CDC, 6328 Paschall Avenue, 19142
Do you know an adult who wants to learn English and does not know how to read or write? The Free Library of Philadelphia is offering a FREE basic English literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills in English. For more information, call 215-686-8664 or email…
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中文故事時間 (Chinese Storytime)
Thu, May 22, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
来中文故事時間把! 大家全用中文会看书唱吧！ Join us for Chinese Storytime! All are welcome to come read, sing, and learn at our storytime entirely in Chinese.
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Jonathan Capehart | Yet Here I Am: Lessons from a Black Man's Search for Home
Thu, May 22, 2025
7:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: Overflow Screening (Free)
The Author Events Series presents Jonathan Capehart | Yet Here I Am: Lessons from a Black Man's Search for Home Tickets to the Montgomery Auditorium are now sold out, but you can still get tickets for the simulcast live screening in Room 108. REGISTER In Conversation with David…
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Edible Alphabet: Learn English through Cooking
Fri, May 23, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Fridays 10:30 am - 1:30 pm (May 23 - June 27, 2025) Adults are invited to this FREE class for English language learners. Each week we read, write, and speak in English - and cook a meal together! The class is in the basement meeting room. To sign-up, visit …
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SJU Writing Center
Sat, May 24, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
In partnership with Saint Joseph's University Writing Center , the Wynnefield Library will offer free writing assistance to writers. Need help with an essay for school, cover letter, or resume? Come and see how the Writing Center can help! No appointment necessary.
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Upcycled Art Event & Book Chat
Sat, May 24, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join us for all-ages event celebrating art and creativity! Materials will be provided to create your own collage, buttons, and more. Adult patrons are also invited to discuss this year's one book: The Upcycled Self: A Memoir on the Art of Becoming Who We Are by Tariq "Black…
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Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Tue, May 27, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-686-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Please note this class will be taking place in the upstairs…
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The Center for Aquatic Sciences: Ocean of Color
Tue, May 27, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Holmesburg Library
Red, yellow, orange, green, and blue—these colors aren't just found in rainbows; they are indicators of our ocean's health! Join us to explore how these vibrant hues reveal the effects of climate change on marine ecosystems and what lives there.
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Baby Lap Sit Storytime
Wed, May 28, 2025
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.
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Music Special Collections Showcase
Wed, May 28, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Fleisher Collection
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Parkway Central Library
Join Special Collections staff for a pop-up event highlighting materials from the Music Special Collections including the Edwin A. Fleisher Collection of Orchestral Music , the Drinker Collection of Choral Music, and Sheet Music. You will explore and learn…
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Basic English Literacy
Thu, May 29, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Southwest CDC, 6328 Paschall Avenue, 19142
Do you know an adult who wants to learn English and does not know how to read or write? The Free Library of Philadelphia is offering a FREE basic English literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills in English. For more information, call 215-686-8664 or email…
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中文故事時間 (Chinese Storytime)
Thu, May 29, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
来中文故事時間把! 大家全用中文会看书唱吧！ Join us for Chinese Storytime! All are welcome to come read, sing, and learn at our storytime entirely in Chinese.