Filters On:
Showing 141 to 160 of 689
Theater Classes for Kids
Thu, September 18, 2025
3:15 P.M.
Dwight Evans Library of West Oak Lane
Join us for a series of one-hour theater classes that will focus on theater tech, dance, performance skills, and improvisation games. These classes will culminate in a performance of Peter Pan Panto , on December 4 and 5. These programs will take place most Tuesdays and Thursdays, from…
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Teen Thursdays @ Kingsessing
Thu, September 18, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Calling all 7th through 12th graders! Dive into new worlds with our exciting new video game collection, unleash your creativity in our DIY craft sessions, and connect with friends over anime/manga, movies, and snacks. Bring a friend and make some new ones too!
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Cooking for Teens: Build Your Own Snack Mix
Thu, September 18, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Field Teen Center
at
Parkway Central Library
Join us for an afternoon of snacking! Teens aged 12 to 18 are welcome to join us on Thursday, September 18th to create your own personalized snack mix. Teens will be able to taste test and choose their own snack mix elements, with a variety of add-in options. Programs at the Field…
Ages
Event Type
Event Series
Event Tags
Yoga for Adults
Thu, September 18, 2025
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…
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Sew What?! Evening ROOM 108 Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, September 18, 2025
5:00 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, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in ROOM…
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Behind Bar None: An Artist Talk with Nicolo Gentile
Thu, September 18, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
The Association for Public Art (aPA) in partnership with the Free Library of Philadelphia's Exhibitions presents an artist lecture and presentation by Philadelphia-based artist and educator Nicolo Gentile. Gentile’s Bar None was commissioned for aPA’s…
Ages
Event Type
- Community Events
- Arts and Crafts Programs
- Discussion and Participation
- Speakers and Lectures
- Film Screening
Event Tags
Crochet and Fiber Arts Club!
Fri, September 19, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Please join textile enthusiasts at Northeast Regional Library to help grow our Crochet Club! Bring your own materials, or if you would like to learn, we have things to help get you started. Benefit by guidance from those with experience and be part of a collaborative creative environment!…
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Would You Rather...?
Fri, September 19, 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!
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Blind Date with a Book!
Fri, September 19, 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.
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Open Computer Lab and Computer Assistance
Fri, September 19, 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.
Ages
Event Type
PuzzlePalooza
Fri, September 19, 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!
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Sew What?! Donatucci Afternoon Sewcial
Fri, September 19, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. 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, Fridays from 2-4pm. Bring in…
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Nintendo Switch Gaming!
Fri, September 19, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Holmesburg Library
Come to the library to play some fun games using our brand, new Nintendo Switch! For patrons 18 and younger.
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Teen Video Games
Fri, September 19, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Field Teen Center
at
Parkway Central Library
Join us for video games at the Field Teen Center every Tuesday and Friday! We play a variety of games. New players and experienced pros welcome. Programs at the Field Teen Center are open to individuals ages 12 to 18. Organized groups (including camp groups and school…
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Video Game Hang
Fri, September 19, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Compete against friends on PlayStation5 and Nintendo Switch. Every Friday at 3:00pm - see you there!
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Teen Fridays
Fri, September 19, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Join us for all sorts of activities including a book club, financial literacy, culinary education, a STEM make-and-take projects, research and study practice, arts and crafts, media shorts, and more! Stop by and see what's happening this week. Meets most Tuesdays from 3:30 -…
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Chess Club
Fri, September 19, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Join us for casual chess play at the library! Boards will be provided. Open to all skill levels.
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Fiber Craft Fridays
Fri, September 19, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Make pom-poms and yarn dolls; learn the basics of crochet; finger knit; mushroom knit; or just get cozy with some yarn on a Friday afternoon. Yarn will be out in the children’s area starting at 3:30pm and Librarian Rachel will provide a short fiber art craft starting at 4pm every week.…
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Fall Migration Bird Walk with Expert Birder, Holger Pflicke!
Sat, September 20, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Penn Treaty Park
Please join the Free Library of Philadelphia and Holger Pflicke for a Fall Migration Bird Walk! We plan to stay out for 1-2 hours, depending on the location, and walk mostly on flat and well-traveled paths. All events are open to everyone and all skill levels. We will go over binocular…
Ages
Event Type
Event Tags
Fall Migration Bird Walk with Expert Birder, Holger Pflicke!
Sat, September 20, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Please join the Free Library of Philadelphia's Fishtown Community Library and Holger Pflicke for a Fall Migration Bird Walk! This walk will begin at Penn Treaty Park, 1301 N. Beach Street - meet at the entrance near the wooden sign. We plan to stay out for 1 hour, and walk mostly on…