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"Where do I start?" An Introduction to Preserving Your Media.
Wed, October 15, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
Join the People's Media Record for an introduction to preserving your media: Do you have boxes and boxes of media at home? Do you feel lost when it comes to preserving your media? Do you shake your head and wonder, “where do I start?” If so, this workshop is for you! In this…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, October 15, 2025
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.…
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UPENN Nursing Students Tabling in the Science and Wellness Department
Thu, October 16, 2025
9:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Please join fall's cohort of UPENN Nursing students who will be tabling in the lobby of Parkway Central Library Tuesdays and Thursdays. They'll be sharing advice for healthy living and will be able to take your blood pressure. No registration is required.
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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Welsh Road Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. Our social worker is generally here for approximately 2 hours. If you have questions, you can email…
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English as a Second Language
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Wyoming 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 7/8 and 7/10. Up to 30 individuals can…
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Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) 2.0: Make Your Voices Heard
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Fox Chase Library
Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) 2.0: Make Your Voices Heard Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) wants to hear from you about the services and resources that could help you live better. We recently celebrated 50 years of serving older people, and adults with disabilities in…
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Feeling Puzzled?
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
Everyday life can get stressful. Join us if you want to sort out your feelings and get lost in an awesome puzzle. Every Thursday, all day from 10am to 5 pm, we supply a puzzle on a communal table to Puzzle it out! We can also supply The New York Times crossword puzzles for your entertainment.…
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Toddler Storytime
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Fun stories and sing-alongs for early literacy development! Ages 1-4 recommended.
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Free Intermediate English Classes
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Tacony Library
Join our classes for adults to study and improve your English. We will work on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Taught by IndoChinese American Council. Three hours per week. Every Thursday from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. To inquire or sign up, please Contact Matthew…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:00 A.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 Elizabeth. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
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Resource Table - Community Wellness
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Stop by the resource table from the Community Wellness Engagement Unit of the City of Philadelphia's Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Services (DBHIDS). See how they can help you, your family, or friends. 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
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Hyperlocal Heritage Scrapbooking
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:10 A.M.
Bustleton Library
Drop in for an morning of fun, visual storytelling. Put your memories on the page with scissors, glue, photos, and imagery. Collage and scrapbook materials will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own photos, drawings or paper.
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Music and Movement
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Ms Naomi for singing and dancing in this movement-oriented storytime followed by playtime! This program is designed for children ages 6 and under, along with their caretakers. If you require ASL interpretation, please contact us in advance and we would be happy to accomodate you.…
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Read Baby Read Preschool Storytime
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Wynnefield Library
Join Ms. Susan for interactive stories, songs and fingerplays for preschoolers to enjoy. Stay afterwards and explore our play space areas.
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Storytime with the Geography Lady at Glen Foerd-Ethiopia!
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Torresdale Library
Storytime with Torresdale Library, the Geography Lady, and Glen Foerd Would you like to see the world with your little one without leaving Philadelphia? Join the Geography Lady at Glen Foerd for a special series of around the world storytimes! We will be exploring five different countries…
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Read, Baby, Read Storytime
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Oak Lane Library
Mr. Alec will lead little ones in stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Bubbles will end storytime, but be sure to stay for our playgroup! For babies and toddlers, their siblings, and caregivers. Thursdays from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
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Toddler Storytime
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Logan Library
We will sing and read to our toddlers. There will be songs, books, an activity, and don't forget laughter and giggles. Stay for playtime immediately following storytime. For ages 2 and up, along with a caregiver.
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Read, Baby, Read Storytime & Play Group
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Richmond Library
Join Ms. Meghan for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces for babies with caregivers. Stay after Storytime to play. Siblings welcome.
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Read Baby Read Storytime & Playgroup
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Kingsessing Library
Calling all babies, toddlers and twos! Librarian Rachel will lead families in stories, songs, tickles, bounces, bubbles and maybe a few peek-a-boos! Afterwards, families can stay in our community room to explore baby toys and socialize. Older siblings welcome.
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Storytime Adventures!
Thu, October 16, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Join Miss Liz for Storytime Adventures on Thursday mornings at 10:30am, where we'll explore a new theme each week! Stay after storytime for playtime. Intended for preschoolers ages 3+ and their caregivers, but all are welcome. In the colder months this event…