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Unlocking the Power of Curiosity
Thu, December 4, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Curiosity fuels creativity, innovation, and well-being—but what’s happening in our brains when we feel curious? Join Dr. Cam Bassett for a free and engaging talk exploring the latest discoveries worldwide in neuroscience and psychology, and discover how curiosity takes shape across…
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Beginner Spanish Learning Circle
Thu, December 4, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
Beginning Spanish Learning Circle Parkway Central Library HEIM 131/132 (1901 Vine Street, 19103) Thursdays 6-7 pm (starting October 23, 2025) Join this group to learn and practice basic Spanish grammar and vocabulary for beginners. We'll use Mango Languages at our library meetings…
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Tre Johnson | Black Genius | Reckon True Stories: Podcast Taping
Thu, December 4, 2025
7:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: Free
The Author Events Series presents Tre Johnson in conversation with Reckon True Stories: Podcast hosts Kiese Laymon and Deesha Philyaw This event will be a live taping of the Reckon True Stories podcast. Black genius sits at the heart of the American story. In his probing essay collection, Black…
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Library Playgroup
Fri, December 5, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
We’ve filled our meeting room with toys good for a range of ages. Come and socialize in the comfort of the library! Groups can call to arrange a separate visit at 215-686-1766. Fridays at 10:00 AM
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Fri, December 5, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional 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 Moaaz.
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Beginner English
Fri, December 5, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Wednesdays and Fridays 10:30 am - 12 pm (September 24 - December 5, 2025) 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…
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Beginner English
Fri, December 5, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Bushrod Library
Wednesdays and Fridays 10:30 am - 12 pm (September 24 - December 5, 2025) 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…
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Preschool Storytime
Fri, December 5, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Scout in Montgomery Auditorium for stories, songs, and rhymes, and stay for playtime afterwards! Intended for our friends ages 6 and under and their caregivers. This program has ASL interpretation.
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Infant and Toddler Playgroup
Fri, December 5, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Play, talk, explore books and toys while listening to music and gaining early social, emotional, fine and gross motor skills. For youngsters along with their parents, grandparents or caregivers. Come one time, or all the time. Meets most Fridays.
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Read, Baby, Ready: Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, December 5, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Independence Library
Join Ms. Chen on Fridays at 10:30am for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Bubbles will end storytime. Then stay after for our playgroup! This program is for babies and toddlers with their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. Read, Baby, Read is made possible by a generous grant from The William…
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Read, Baby, Read Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, December 5, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join us every Friday for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay after storytime for playgroup. This program is for babies and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. Read, Baby, Read is made possible by a generous grant from the William Penn Foundation.
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Family Storytime
Fri, December 5, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Widener Library
Join Ms. Adrianna for stories, songs, and rhymes every Friday at 11am! This Storytime is best for children 3-5, but all family members are welcome. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
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Preschool Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, December 5, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday! Enjoy stories, rhythms, and songs. Stay after Storytime for playgroup. This program is intended for ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Fri, December 5, 2025
12:00 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 Philip. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
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Chair Yoga
Fri, December 5, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for a 1-hour gentle yoga practice that uses a chair for seating and balance. Taught by Janet McAllister Faulls, a registered yoga teacher with over 13 years of experience in Philadelphia. All ages and abilities welcome. Please dress comfortably! Class will be held in Room…
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Decolonialization
Fri, December 5, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Decolonialization Fri., Dec 5th, 2- 4 PM Discuss the social, economic, and political developments that gave rise to the self-rule movement and later, decolonization of the region from British rule. This five-part series introduces the history and culture of one of…
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Beginner English
Fri, December 5, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Mondays and Fridays 2:30-4 pm (September 22 - December 5, 2025) 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. Sign-up…
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Mindful Yoga Basics
Fri, December 5, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Are you new to yoga or looking for a gentle, supportive introduction to this transformative practice? Join us at Fumo Family Library for, "Mindful Yoga Basics" to experience a comprehensive introduction to yoga – postures, breath, and relaxation tools – in a warm and…
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Friday Arts and Crafts
Fri, December 5, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Paschalville Library
End your week with a fun arts and crafts activity! Each week will feature a different craft themed around a different book in our collection.
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Builder Club: For Kids of All ages
Fri, December 5, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Do you love LEGOS, blocks, Magna-Tiles, Lincoln Logs or anything you can build? If so, then stop by Builder Club to construct your wildest dreams! All ages welcome; toddlers will have their own space to build with age-appropriate blocks.