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Walking Group

Thu, October 30, 2025 1:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library

Take a leisurely walk around Mantua with us after lunch on these lovely fall Thursdays. Meet outside the library, we will leave no later than 1:10PM. Please call ahead to confirm walks on days with inclement weather.

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Bird Walk - [CANCELLED]

Thu, October 30, 2025 3:15 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

So sorry but Thursday's Birdwalk has been cancelled due to weather. Please contact branch staff to inquire about a rescheduled date. 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…

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Kid's Gardening Club

Thu, October 30, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Meet at the Goat Statue in Rittenhouse Square Join us outside(weather permitting) to explore the joys of gardening! We will plant seeds and make crafts that you can use to enhance your very own home garden

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Whispers of Time: Exploring Select Iranian Architectural Gems

Now through Fri, October 31, 2025 5:00 P.M.
First Floor Gallery West at Parkway Central Library

About the Exhibition: Now on view through October 31, 2025! Step into the rich tapestry of Persian architectural heritage with this captivating exhibition, curated by a recently graduated student, Farzaneh Tahmasbi, specializing in architectural design. Through a carefully selected collection of…

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History of Cartography: Depicting Time and Space

Mon, November 3, 2025 6:00 P.M.
Map Collection at Parkway Central Library

Maps are as much about imagined worlds as they are about reality. Rarely are they just a means of getting from one place to another. Instead, they transform our thoughts and uncertainties into something we can see, understand, and control. Over six weeks, this course will look at some…

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Walking Group

Thu, November 6, 2025 1:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library

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Kid's Nature Club

Thu, November 6, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Kid's Gardening Club is now Kid's Nature Club! Come join us in the children's room for crafts and activities with an emphasis on nature and sustainability.

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Walking Group

Thu, November 13, 2025 1:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library

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Kid's Nature Club

Thu, November 13, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Kid's Gardening Club is now Kid's Nature Club! Come join us in the children's room for crafts and activities with an emphasis on nature and sustainability.

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Intro to Herbalism and Herbal Teas - Part 4 - Digestive Health

Sat, November 15, 2025 10:30 A.M.
Richmond Library

Join us on Saturday mornings for a 4-part workshop series exploring herbalism and herbal teas! Suggested donation is 10 dollars which will include supplies to take home. Please bring your own mug with you to this program as there will be plenty of teas to taste and talk about! Our final workshop…

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America Recycles Day

Sat, November 15, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Haddington Library

Learn more about the different ways you can recycle and beautify your community.

Kid's Nature Club

Thu, November 20, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Kid's Gardening Club is now Kid's Nature Club! Come join us in the children's room for crafts and activities with an emphasis on nature and sustainability. Please Note we will be closed next week on Nov. 27th - please join us the following week on December 4th! See…

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The Power of Mushrooms

Sat, November 22, 2025 12:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library

Join us as we explore the past, present, and future of the fascinating world of fungi! Kevin Popowich of the Philadelphia Mycology Club will discuss fungal anatomy, key identifying features, and their ecological significance. This presentation aims to inspire the community to reimagine their…

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Workshops and Enrichment

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Kid's Nature Club

Thu, December 4, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Kid's Gardening Club is now Kid's Nature Club! Come join us in the children's room for crafts and activities with an emphasis on nature and sustainability.

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Bartram’s Garden at the Library

Tue, December 9, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library

Our friends from Bartram’s Garden will come visit the library to share nature lessons, crafts and activities with our neighbors. Join us in the outdoor storycircle in nice weather or indoors at the children’s area activity tables in rain or chilly weather.

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Kid's Nature Club

Thu, December 11, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Kid's Gardening Club is now Kid's Nature Club! Come join us in the children's room for crafts and activities with an emphasis on nature and sustainability.

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Intro to Beekeeping with Anna Bee's Honey

Sat, December 13, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

Curious about keeping bees? Join Master Beekeeper Mark Berman of Anna Bee's Honey for a fun, beginner-friendly dive into the world of beekeeping! In this short presentation, we’ll cover the basics - from the gear you’ll need, to what a beekeeper’s year looks like, and the…

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Wildlife Ranger at the Library

Tue, January 6, 2026 3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library

Come meet a Wildlife Ranger from the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum. Enjoy hands-on activities about nature and conservation in our Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood. Meet us at the LEAP tables in the children’s area of the library.