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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, September 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…
Under the Museum
Wed, September 18, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
The Museum of the American Revolution presents Revolution at the Library! Under the Museum. Do you love history? So do we! Go behind the scenes with museum staff to discover cool artifacts from the past, and hear the exciting stories they can tell us. Learn about…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, September 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.…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, September 19, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Whitman 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 Doris. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Bird Walk
Thu, September 19, 2024
3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Location: Columbus Square Park (13th & Wharton) Thursdays are for the birds! Join South Philly Library for a walk to Columbus Square Park & catch a glimpse of some neighborhood birds. We will have some binoculars and bird guides available for use during the program to help identify the…
Yoga for Adults
Thu, September 19, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Whitman Library
Free yoga every Thursday at Whitman Library, with instructors Janet Faulls and Anne-Marie Mulgrew! This class is for all levels of practice and beginners are welcome. Bring your own mat or use one of ours. Cleaning wipes for mats are also available.This weekly class is sponsored by The Friends…
Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, September 19, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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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, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in the Heim…
Read, Baby, Ready: Storytime & Playgroup
Fri, September 20, 2024
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…
English and Digital Literacy
Fri, September 20, 2024
12:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Mondays and Fridays 12:30-2 pm (September 20 -November 18, 2024) Are you looking to improve your English language and digital literacy skills? Join us at the library for this empowering program taught by two University of Pennsylvania Graduate Students. We will practice English while…
Imagine More Story Adventures with Thembi Palmer
Fri, September 20, 2024
12:30 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Cost: FREE
Join the ever amazing Thembi Palmer of Imagine More: Story Adventures for a fantastic story time! Thembi Palmer is committed to promoting literacy by developing a love of reading and books in young children, pre-K through 4th grade. She collaborates with Philadelphia schools, libraries, museums,…
Fun Fridays
Fri, September 20, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Join us on Fridays for crafts, science experiments, or games! This program is for school age children, beginning at 3 p.m
Your Call to Civic Action. ("Power Up!" Civics & Citizenship Month Program)
Sat, September 21, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
SESSION 5. Now that you have all this information, what to do next? Learn how to share your gifts and talents to make Philadelphia a better place to live, learn, and thrive. Part 5 of the Power Up! Civics & Citizenship Month Programming. All programs are free and open to the…
Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, September 23, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional 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 Blackwell West…
English and Digital Literacy
Mon, September 23, 2024
12:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Mondays and Fridays 12:30-2 pm (September 20 - November 18, 2024) Are you looking to improve your English language and digital literacy skills? Join us at the library for this empowering program taught by two University of Pennsylvania Graduate Students. We will practice English while…
Beginner English
Mon, September 23, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Independence Library
Mondays and Wednesdays 3-4:30 pm (September 4 - November 18, 2024) For Beginner English learners, this course offers structured lessons to enhance your ability to read, write, listen, and speak in English. The class focuses on practical language use in everyday contexts and integrates cultural…
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Mon, September 23, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is a tabletop role-playing game which relies on imagination and teamwork. Players gather together at a table, using dice, miniature figurines, maps, game rules and their imaginations to tell an exciting story together. For ages 11-14. First time players welcome!…
Citizenship Class Session
Tue, September 24, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
We are excited to offer Free Citizenship Classes in West Philadelphia! District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund will host an In-Person Citizenship Class at the Walnut Street West Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia on Tuesdays and Thursdays from…
Senior Strength Training
Tue, September 24, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
This Senior Strength and Conditioning class, led by a certified instructor, combines hand weights, chair exercises along with cardio work to improve your fitness, strength and balance. All equipment is provided. Please wear comfortable and appropriate attire. This program is sponsored by the…
Free Library Chess Club
Tue, September 24, 2024
5:00 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 5:00-7:30 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…
Night Raven Gaming Society
Tue, September 24, 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…