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Sew What?! Evening HEIM CENTER Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, May 15, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in the Heim…
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Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, May 15, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in the Heim…
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Comix Club
Thu, May 15, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
We typically gather every third Thursday, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. to read, talk and draw comics. This month we'll meet in the Skyline Room, on the library's 4th floor, accessible by elevator. If you're new to the club: simply stop by and bring your comics project…
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Knitogami
Thu, May 15, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
The ancient art of knitting can turn one-dimensional yarns into highly complex three-dimensional structures boasting a striking variety of shapes and unusual mechanics. Dr. Lauren Niu, Senior Research Scientist at the University of Pennsylvania, will discuss a geometric model to…
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Fun Fridays: Alphabet Hunt
Fri, May 16, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Join us for Fun Friday! Come join us for an alphabet hunt. Look around the library to see if you can find something that starts with every letter of the alphabet. Recording sheets will be provided. You can write or draw your findings.
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Fiber Craft Fridays
Fri, May 16, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Make pom-poms and yarn dolls; learn the basics of crochet; finger knit; mushroom knit; or just get cozy with some yarn on a Friday afternoon. Yarn will be out in the children’s area starting at 3:30pm and Librarian Rachel will provide a short fiber art craft starting at 4pm every week.…
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Sit and Stitch
Sat, May 17, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Join us for a casual, drop-in meet-up for crafters of all varieties and levels. Bring your own knitting, crochet, embroidery, or other project for socializing and inspiration. We will meet in the adult area of the library. Meets February 15, March 15, April 19, and May 17.
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Artsy Craftsy Storytime
Sat, May 17, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Kingsessing Library
Join Librarian Rachel for stories, songs and scarves in our community room. After storytime, stay for a craft. The last storytime of every month will be a STEM craft!
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Pieces of Me: Visual Memoir Workshop | Presented by Crystal Sharpe
Sat, May 17, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Join us at the Kingsessing Library for a unique program, inspired by this year's One Book One Philadelphia selection, The Upcycled Self by Tariq "Black Thought" Trotter! In this program, facilitated by Crystal Sharpe, participants will create a layered art piece (painting,…
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Fiber Friends 2.0
Sat, May 17, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Fiber artists are invited to join us for an afternoon of crafting and conversation with fellow artists. All skill levels are welcome. Assistance with knitting and sewing can be provided, and we have a sewing machine to use. Some supplies will be available. For Adults, teens and…
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Claymobile at the Library- Adult Session
Mon, May 19, 2025
11:00 A.M.
McPherson Square Library
Come create a ceramic design at the library! A visiting artist will lead this workshop - a unique experience. The Clay Studio's teaching artists will help participants explore their creativity. No experience needed, and all materials will be provided. Clay can be messy, please dress…
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Monday LEAP Art Explorers
Mon, May 19, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Materials for self-guided artwork creation will be available from 3pm-5:45pm in the children's section.
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LEAP: Art Day!
Mon, May 19, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Haverford Library
Let your creativity shine! Join us from 3:00–5:00 PM for hands-on art projects and crafts like bracelet making and more.
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Make It Monday: Salt Painting
Mon, May 19, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Let's engage in various arts and crafts projects. Today, we will create a salt painting. All supplies will be provided.
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Sew Cute!
Mon, May 19, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
Mondays at 3:30 pm: Sew Cute! Join us every Monday for Sew Cute! Sewing for Kids and Tweens. Miss Melissa will work with kids and tweens on basic sewing skills using a sewing machine. Participants do not need to show up every week. Projects will be provided.
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Claymobile
Mon, May 19, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Lawncrest Library
The Claymobile is visiting Lawncrest Library! Join a Claymobile workshop to create a unique ceramic piece with the guidance of a skilled teaching artist! After crafting your creation, it will be fired and available for pickup later. Open to all ages. Space is limited; we…
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Yarntastic Crochet and Knit Club
Mon, May 19, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library
BYOY (Bring your own yarn) and projects to work on together. This is not an organized class and all ages and skills are welcome. Meets from 5:00 to about 7:00 p.m.
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Collage and Mixed Media Workshop
Tue, May 20, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Holmesburg Library
Work with a professional artist for a two-hour collage workshop where we’ll be recycling older materials to create a unique collage composition. Available for all ages.
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Free Art Tuesday - Feathers and Pom Poms
Tue, May 20, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Stop by for Free Art Tuesday and let your creativity flow. This week, Perler Beads will be featured. Other craft supplies will also be available such as writing and coloring utensils, scissors, glue, tape and construction paper.
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Story Collage: My Journey of Becoming
Tue, May 20, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
One Book, One Philadelphia Kids will create a mixed-media collage using old magazines, fabrics, and personal drawings to represent their personal growth and dreams. This program focuses on storytelling, creativity, and self-discovery. For ages 6-12. 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.