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English as a Second Language
Wed, January 7, 2026
10:00 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 9/22 and 9/24. Up to 15 individuals can…
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Infant/Toddler Storytime
Wed, January 7, 2026
10:30 A.M.
Wynnefield Library
Come join Ms. Susan and Ms. Haley for stories, songs, and interactive fun for children 0-2 years old! Stay afterwards for playtime with manipulatives and themed activities.
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English for Beginners
Wed, January 7, 2026
1:00 P.M.
Independence Library
Build your confidence in listening to and speaking English in a welcoming atmosphere with other adult learners. Our class instructor, Marq, will discuss Elementary English Pronunciation and Listening Comprehension with Phonetics. Class and homework handouts are provided. The class is from 1-3 pm…
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Art Explorers: Origami
Wed, January 7, 2026
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Jill Saull, local artist and origami enthusiast will guide us to create multiple types of origami models. This is an interactive and fun, hands-on workshop suitable for school-aged children age 6 and up and their caregivers. This event will be held in the Story Hour Room, within the Central…
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First Wednesdays with the Rare Book Department - The Daily Tour
Wed, January 7, 2026
5:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join the Rare Book Department for extended evening hours on the first Wednesday of every month. The Department will be open until 7 p.m. and staff will be offering tours, pop-up programs, and sneak-peaks. January's event will feature an evening edition of our Daily Tour , starting at…
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Or Not to Be: Curator-Led Tour
Thu, January 8, 2026
10:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
The Free Library’s exhibition, Or Not to Be: Representations of Death in Special Collections , is inspired by Shakespeare’s famed “To be, or not to be” soliloquy in Hamlet, and looks at death from a wide variety of cultural perspectives.…
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Preschool Storytime and Play!
Thu, January 8, 2026
10:30 A.M.
Katharine Drexel Library
Preschool Storytime and Play! 10:30 a.m. Join us for fun stories and songs followed by creative play! For children ages 3-5 accompanied by an adult.
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Preschool Storytime
Thu, January 8, 2026
10:30 A.M.
Wynnefield Library
Come join Ms. Susan and Ms. Haley for stories, songs, and interactive fun for children 2-5 years old! Stay afterwards for playtime with manipulatives and themed activities.
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Military History Club: The American Revolution and the need for a Government in the United States
Thu, January 8, 2026
11:00 A.M.
Newspapers and Microfilm Center
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Parkway Central Library
Join our monthly discussion group! This month's discussion will cover a background to The American Revolution and the need for a Government in the United States. The group meets from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM in the Heim Center, Room 131/132.
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LCD Free Info Session : Wills and Estate Planning
Thu, January 8, 2026
12:00 P.M.
Social Science and History Department
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Parkway Central Library
Heim Center Room 131/132 The Legal Clinic for the Disabled will host an informative session on life planning documents, including financial and health care powers of attorney, living wills, and simple wills. Whether you’re just starting to think about future planning or want to better…
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Headshots at the BRIC!
Thu, January 8, 2026
1:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
Get a FREE headshot photo taken at the Business Resource and Innovation Center! Headshots are a unique service for entrepreneurs, nonprofit professionals, job seekers, and more. Use your photo to enhance your professional portfolio and make your LinkedIn profile stand out among the…
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Crafternoon for Kids
Thu, January 8, 2026
3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Kids of all ages are welcome to join us for fun craft creations. Even the littlest littles can color and have fun at the library.
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Animal Tales with the Philadelphia Zoo
Thu, January 8, 2026
4:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Each month, Charles L. Durham Library will be hosting the Philadelphia Zoo! Come listen to a story read by the librarian. Then, meet an animal from the story and discover and learn more about the animal with knowledgeable educators of the Philadelphia Zoo. Come by every month to see which animal…
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Library Playgroup
Fri, January 9, 2026
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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Dance Together: Creative Movement Class
Fri, January 9, 2026
10:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Discover the joy of ballet with The Philadelphia Dance Academy ! This monthly series incorporates music, imagination, ballet vocabulary, and movement to introduce participants to the structure of dance class. This free program is recommended for children ages 2-4. This program series will…
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Fun Fridays
Fri, January 9, 2026
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
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Or Not to Be: Curator-Led Tour
Sat, January 10, 2026
2:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
The Free Library’s exhibition, Or Not to Be: Representations of Death in Special Collections , is inspired by Shakespeare’s famed “To be, or not to be” soliloquy in Hamlet, and looks at death from a wide variety of cultural perspectives.…
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State Representative Ben Waxman Mobile Office
Mon, January 12, 2026
11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
State Representative Ben Waxman will be offering mobile office hours in South Philly! Every 2nd Monday from 11a-3p, you can find them at Santore Library. Rep. Waxman's staff can assist with a number of government programs, including: SEPTA Senior Key…
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English as a Second Language
Mon, January 12, 2026
11:00 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 9/22 and 9/24. Up to 15 individuals can…
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Marevelous Mondays: STEAM Programming
Mon, January 12, 2026
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!