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English as a Second Language
Thu, April 24, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Wyoming Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) prep classes beginning 3/25/25. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 3/18 and 3/20/25. …
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First Look Spring Book Sale Preview
Thu, April 24, 2025
1:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Please join us as the Friends of the Falls of Schuylkill Library host our popular book sale. All proceeds will help support library programming and materials. You will find thousands of donated books in many genres, DVDs, puzzles, childrens material, and more! Today's preview runs…
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Thu, April 24, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Celebrate the Grand Reopening of the Kingsessing Library. Speakers include Councilmember Gauthier and Library President Kelly Richards. Refreshments and youth activities will be provided.
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RESCHEDULED - Comix Club
Thu, April 24, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
The Free Library of Philadelphia system has announced an early 1:00pm closure on Thursday, April 17th, so this month's meeting of Comix Club will take place on Thursday, April 24th instead. We typically gather every third Thursday, in the Art Department , on Parkway Central…
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Big Spring Book Sale
Fri, April 25, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Please join us as the Friends of the Falls of Schuylkill Library host their popular book sale. All proceeds will help support library programming and materials. You will find thousands of donated books in many genres along with DVDs, puzzles, children's materials and more! Books…
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Committee of Seventy: What's On Your Ballot?
Fri, April 25, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Bustleton Library
Prepare for the upcoming election by learning about the different offices, candidates, and ballot measures that will appear on your ballot. This session provides an overview of the key issues, how to research candidates, and tips for making informed decisions when you vote. Ideal for voters who…
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I Wish to Say: Write a Postcard to the President
Fri, April 25, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Stop by artist Sheryl Oring’s office and dictate your messages to the U.S. president at the Parkway Central Library from noon to 2 PM. This free, all ages public program will be led by Oring, whose work is currently featured in the “Secretary to the People” exhibit at the…
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Chess Club
Fri, April 25, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Join us for casual chess play at the library! Boards will be provided. Open to all skill levels.
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Fiber Craft Fridays
Fri, April 25, 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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Spring Migration Bird Walk
Sat, April 26, 2025
9:30 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Please join the Free Library of Philadelphia and Holger Pflicke for a Spring Migration Bird Walk! We plan to stay out for 1-2 hours, depending on the location, and walk mostly on flat and well-traveled paths. All events are open to everyone and all skill levels. We will go over binocular…
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Big Spring Book Sale
Sat, April 26, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Please join us as the Friends of the Falls of Schuylkill Library host their popular book sale. All proceeds will help support library programming and materials. You will find thousands of donated books in many genres along with DVDs, puzzles, children's materials and more! Books…
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Music and Movement Storytime
Sat, April 26, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and movement that celebrates all things music! For ages 7 and under and their caregivers.
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Adult Writing Club
Sat, April 26, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for a weekly drop in writing club for adults. For writers, authors and poets and any background or genre. Come bring your work and write along side other writers or chat about your inspiration and struggles. LGBTQ+, BIPOC and Neurodivergent friendly!
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Crochet Club
Sat, April 26, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Join Wynnefield Library and Sisters Interacting Through Stitches to create craft projects by sharing skills at all levels in quilting, knitting, crocheting, sewing, and felting. Throughout the year we will engage in special projects for Autism Acceptance, Women’s History, Heart…
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The Extraordinary Black Heritage in Philly’s Everyday Places
Sat, April 26, 2025
2:00 P.M.
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Parkway Central Library
Heim Center Room 131/132 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Join us to culminate the ending of the Black Histories of Philadelphia exhibition with a two hour panel discussion delving into the rich history of everyday Black Philadelphians. Explore how the stories of the past are being used as a…
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- Black History Month
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- Speakers and Lectures
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Career Exploration Workshops
Mon, April 28, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Have you experienced job disruption over the past few years? Are you feeling stuck in a low-paying job or wanting a new or better employment situation? Join us at the Free Library of Philadelphia at 10 am- 2 pm with Lillian Merraro for an upcoming Career Exploration Workshop. Explore careers…
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Read Baby Read: Baby & Toddler Storytime!
Mon, April 28, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces! Stay for playtime immediately following storytime! Intended for our friends ages 2 and under and their caregivers. Cooler weather? We'll have storytime in the auditorium on the ground floor! Warmer weather? We'll be…
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Exhibition: Photography Without Borders
Now through Mon, April 28, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Work by young photographers made by Photography Without Borders students in partnership with Philadelphia's Taller Puertorriqueño will be on display in the Art & Literature Department as well as the Art Department hallway gallery, throughout March and April 2025,…
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Read To a Therapy Dog
Mon, April 28, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Readers of all ages can read to Huey, our certified therapy dog! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too! You may wish to call in advance day-of to confirm that…
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Chair Yoga with Lindsey
Mon, April 28, 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…