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Senior Strength Training
Tue, September 2, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
This Senior Strength and Conditioning class, led by a certified instructor, combines hand weights, chair exercises along with cardio work to improve your fitness, strength and balance. All equipment is provided. Please wear comfortable and appropriate attire. This program is sponsored by the…
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Walking Wednesdays
Wed, September 3, 2025
10:15 A.M.
Whitman Library
Put on your walking shoes as you join us every Wednesday for Walking Group. We meet at Whitman Library, walk up to Washington Ave and walk back to Whitman Library. No need to be a speed walker, this group is a walk at your own pace, low-pressure walking program.
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Older Adult Coffee/Tea Table Talk
Thu, September 4, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
The first Thursday of the month, a different agency will provide information and resources relevant to older adults, in an informal, congenial atmosphere around the table over a nice cup of tea or coffee.
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Indego Riding Basics
Fri, September 5, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Interested in learning how to bike safely around Philadelphia? Or want to learn how to use an Indego bike? Join the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia for a free 90-minute class that will give you the knowledge to ride safely in the city. No bike is needed!…
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Senior Strength Training
Tue, September 9, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
This Senior Strength and Conditioning class, led by a certified instructor, combines hand weights, chair exercises along with cardio work to improve your fitness, strength and balance. All equipment is provided. Please wear comfortable and appropriate attire. This program is sponsored by the…
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Heart Smart: Eat Well, Move More, Live Better
Tue, September 9, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Heart Smart: Eat Well, Move More, Live Better Tuesdays, 9.9, 9.16, 9.23, and 9.30 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm Take charge of your health and join us for an evening focused on simple, practical steps to feel your best. Learn how to control your blood pressure, eat smart with fruits and…
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Walking Wednesdays
Wed, September 10, 2025
10:15 A.M.
Whitman Library
Put on your walking shoes as you join us every Wednesday for Walking Group. We meet at Whitman Library, walk up to Washington Ave and walk back to Whitman Library. No need to be a speed walker, this group is a walk at your own pace, low-pressure walking program.
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(NEW DATE) West Philly Skill Share: Resisting Burn Out
Sat, September 13, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
This program was rescheduled and is now scheduled for September 13th. Learn how to prevent and manage burn out for your job or movement work. Come for a workshop led by Anna Kiesnowski and Anemone Schlotterbeck, two therapists who will demonstrate how to prevent and deal with burnout.…
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Senior Strength Training
Tue, September 16, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
This Senior Strength and Conditioning class, led by a certified instructor, combines hand weights, chair exercises along with cardio work to improve your fitness, strength and balance. All equipment is provided. Please wear comfortable and appropriate attire. This program is sponsored by the…
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Kid & Family Bird Walk in the Woodlands Cemetery
Tue, September 16, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us at the Woodlands Cemetery (4000 Woodland Ave.) for a kid/family-oriented bird walk! Local expert birders will teach us about birding & take us on a walk to point out our local birds! Walnut St. West Library will have brand new circulating birding backpacks to trial as well. The Free…
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Heart Smart: Eat Well, Move More, Live Better
Tue, September 16, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Heart Smart: Eat Well, Move More, Live Better Tuesdays, 9.9, 9.16, 9.23, and 9.30 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm Take charge of your health and join us for an evening focused on simple, practical steps to feel your best. Learn how to control your blood pressure, eat smart with fruits and…
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Walking Wednesdays
Wed, September 17, 2025
10:15 A.M.
Whitman Library
Put on your walking shoes as you join us every Wednesday for Walking Group. We meet at Whitman Library, walk up to Washington Ave and walk back to Whitman Library. No need to be a speed walker, this group is a walk at your own pace, low-pressure walking program.
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Chair Yoga with Lindsey
Mon, September 22, 2025
5:45 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Chair Yoga is a form of yoga that uses a chair as the main prop versus a traditional mat. This makes the practice more accessible to those that have trouble putting pressure on the knees and wrists, and is suitable for all levels and ages. The program will be taught by Lindsey Gill, a certified…
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Senior Strength Training
Tue, September 23, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
This Senior Strength and Conditioning class, led by a certified instructor, combines hand weights, chair exercises along with cardio work to improve your fitness, strength and balance. All equipment is provided. Please wear comfortable and appropriate attire. This program is sponsored by the…
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Heart Smart: Eat Well, Move More, Live Better
Tue, September 23, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Heart Smart: Eat Well, Move More, Live Better Tuesdays, 9.9, 9.16, 9.23, and 9.30 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm Take charge of your health and join us for an evening focused on simple, practical steps to feel your best. Learn how to control your blood pressure, eat smart with fruits and…
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Walking Wednesdays
Wed, September 24, 2025
10:15 A.M.
Whitman Library
Put on your walking shoes as you join us every Wednesday for Walking Group. We meet at Whitman Library, walk up to Washington Ave and walk back to Whitman Library. No need to be a speed walker, this group is a walk at your own pace, low-pressure walking program.
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Calm in the Storm: Practical Strategies for Managing Stress
Thu, September 25, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Join UPENN's Nursing Students as they teach practical ways to calm your mind, relax your body, and find your balance—no matter what life throws at you. This program is free and open to the public and will be held in Room 108 at Parkway Central Library.
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Practical Strategies for Managing Stress
Thu, September 25, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Discover simple, practical techniques to soothe your mind, relax your body, and restore your balance-no matter what life brings your way. This program is free and open to the public. Brought to you by UPENNs Nursing Students in partnership with the Science and Wellness Department.…
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A Matter of Balance
Mon, September 29, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Dwight Evans Library of West Oak Lane
Do you have concerns about falling? Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. This award-winning program is designed to manage falls and increase activity levels, and emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls. In this multi-week program you…
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Chair Yoga with Lindsey
Mon, September 29, 2025
5:45 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Chair Yoga is a form of yoga that uses a chair as the main prop versus a traditional mat. This makes the practice more accessible to those that have trouble putting pressure on the knees and wrists, and is suitable for all levels and ages. The program will be taught by Lindsey Gill, a certified…