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Chair Yoga for Adults & Seniors
Mon, May 19, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Want to find your center and learn about Yoga. Come and join us for Chair Yoga for Adults & Seniors at 10:30 am. This gentle introduction is a wonderful way to build strength, flexibility, and balance while seated or using a chair. Enjoy a calming class focused on stretching,…
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Crocheting
Mon, May 19, 2025
4:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Learn how to crochet with local artist Katie Brown. We have all supplies, just bring yourself.
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Philly Goat Project!
Tue, May 20, 2025
2:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Please join us and our friends from Philly Goat Project on Tuesday, May 20 2025 at 2 to 4pm for a live performace! Come out and meet these cuties. We will be in the back of the library by the playground. Rain date : Tuesday, May 27th, from 2:00-to 4pm Philly Goat Project is a…
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Chicken Storytime
Sat, May 24, 2025
11:00 A.M.
McPherson Square Library
Chicken Storytime Join us for Chicken Storytime with Hartlane Farms chickens and Mural artist Zerbe at 11 am for a fun afternoon and some creative art time. Chicken Storytime will take place in the playground behind the branch. No rain date.
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Crocheting
Mon, May 26, 2025
4:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Learn how to crochet with local artist Katie Brown. We have all supplies, just bring yourself.
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Kensington Summer of Wonder Event
Sat, June 7, 2025
12:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Kensington Summer of Wonder Event Are you ready for Summer? Ready to kick summer off with a resource fair! Come one, come all, to McPherson Square Library from 12pm to 3 pm. We are kicking off summer programming with IMPACT, the company, and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation…
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Intro to Improv Comedy with Jessica Snow
Sat, June 7, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Kensington Library
Come join the free library as part of the Free Library of Pride event series at 2 pm-3:30 pm as we groove into Improv comedy with Jessica. Jessica Snow will lead us in improv games to explore performance and share fun, laughter, and bonding!
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Cooking with Ms. Keisha
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Widener Library
Description: Join us at 4 pm for an interactive cooking workshop with Chef Keisha Prosser to learn cooking techniques! After they cook, kids will have the opportunity to enjoy the delicious food they cooked together. This program is designed for children ages 8 and up! Space is limited, so…
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Crowned Head wrapping workshop
Tue, June 10, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Widener Library
Ever made a crown before?! Come one and come all put on your crown in this in-depth workshop designed to connect you to culture and your own inner beauty at 3:30pm . Learn the history of head wrapping with The Queen’s Storehouse and then learn how to tie your own head wrap in a way that…
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Queen Imperial Waist Bead Workshop
Mon, June 16, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Widener Library
Join us and the Queen’s Storehouse at 2pm for hands-on workshop teaching the history and culture surrounding waist beads. Then, express yourself by creating your very own set of wait beads to match your personality!
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Juneteenth 365: Flag Making
Tue, June 17, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Widener Library
Curious about Juneteenth and its impact on African American history, especially in Philadelphia? Join us at 4pm for a powerful and creative program where we’ll explore the meaning of Juneteenth, its local significance, and the symbolism behind the Juneteenth flag and other flags of…
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Intro to Beatmatching
Fri, June 27, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Widener Library
Are you interested in becoming a DJ or learning about the tricks of the trade? Come join us at 2pm to learn what it takes to become a DJ? Join DJ Tia Bray for a class on beatmatching and become familiar with the lingo and equipment of a DJ.