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Lunch & Poetry Thursdays
Thu, April 24, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Enjoy fresh, delicious food made by Chef Tonii and inspired by spring, with a side of poetry. It's a celebration of seasonal foods, spring, and National Poetry Month! Register at bit.ly/CulinaryLiteracy
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Yoga for Adults
Thu, April 24, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Whitman Library
Free yoga every Thursday at Whitman Library, with instructors Janet Faulls and Anne-Marie Mulgrew! This class is for all levels of practice and beginners are welcome. Bring your own mat or use one of ours. Cleaning wipes for mats are also available. This weekly class is sponsored by The Friends…
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Movement Mornings
Fri, April 25, 2025
10:10 A.M.
Fox Chase Library
Join Dr. Jerika from Yoga4Philly for a weekly Chair Yoga session. All levels welcome.
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Chair Yoga
Fri, April 25, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Join us for a 1-hour gentle yoga practice that uses a chair for seating and balance. Taught by Janet McAllister Faulls, a registered yoga teacher with over 13 years of experience in Philadelphia. All ages and abilities welcome. Please dress comfortably! Class will be held in Room…
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Mindful Yoga Basics with Kate Howell
Fri, April 25, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Are you new to yoga or looking for a gentle, supportive introduction to this transformative practice? Join us for, "Mindful Yoga Basics" to experience a comprehensive introduction to yoga – postures, breath, and relaxation tools – in a warm and welcoming environment.…
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Youth Cooking Class
Mon, April 28, 2025
3:30 A.M.
McPherson Square Library
SNAP-Ed food educators will be cooking health food and snacks once a month
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Healthy Eating for Kids!
Mon, April 28, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Learn about healthy eating and nutrition while preparing a tasty, healthy snack. This program is presented by Jefferson/Einstein's A Better Start F.U.N. Program. Save your spot by calling the library at 215-685-2152. If you have questions, email nikita.peden@jefferson.edu. 4:30 -…
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Beginner-Friendly Yoga for Adults and Teens
Mon, April 28, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Mondays , Apr 28th, May 5th, May 12th from 5:00 – 6:00 PM Fridays , May 2nd, 9th, and 16th from 1:00 - 2:00 PM Beginner-Friendly Yoga for Adults and Teens! Join Yoga 4 Philly for a beginner-friendly yoga session that welcomes participants of all abilities!…
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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…
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Stop the Bleed Training
Tue, April 29, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Death due to traumatic bleeding can occur in less than 5 minutes. In under 1 hour, you can learn to save a life. Individuals will receive formal Stop the Bleed training, which includes a presentation followed by hands-on practice of applying direct pressure, packing a wound, and using a…
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Blood Pressure Screening for All
Tue, April 29, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Stop in for a free blood pressure screening by Jefferson Health staff. Learn about factors that can impact your health and check out a blood pressure monitor to track your blood pressure at home. From 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
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Senior Strength Training
Tue, April 29, 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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Lunch & Poetry Tuesdays
Tue, April 29, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Enjoy fresh, delicious food made by Chef Tonii and inspired by spring, with a side of poetry. It's a celebration of seasonal foods, spring, and National Poetry Month! Register at bit.ly/CulinaryLiteracy
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Chair Yoga with Yoga4Philly
Wed, April 30, 2025
10:10 A.M.
Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library will be offering a Chair Yoga series on Wednesdays at 10:10. Chair Yoga will be presented by Yoga4Philly. No registration required. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Bustleton Library.
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Relief for the Neck and Shoulders
Wed, April 30, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Bushrod Library
80% of our daily tension is held in the neck and shoulders. Participants will learn easy to perform movements which greatly reduce and/or eliminate tension in the neck and shoulders and will leave feeling more open and relaxed. Presented by Deanna McLaughlin.
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Older Adult Coffee/Tea Table Talk
Thu, May 1, 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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Movement Mornings
Fri, May 2, 2025
10:10 A.M.
Fox Chase Library
Join Dr. Jerika from Yoga4Philly for a weekly Chair Yoga session. All levels welcome.
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Beginner-Friendly Yoga for Adults and Teens
Fri, May 2, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Mondays , Apr 28th, May 5th, May 12th from 5:00 – 6:00 PM Fridays , May 2nd, 9th, and 16th from 1:00 - 2:00 PM Beginner-Friendly Yoga for Adults and Teens! Join Yoga 4 Philly for a beginner-friendly yoga session that welcomes participants of all abilities!…
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Mindful Yoga Basics with Kate Howell
Fri, May 2, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Are you new to yoga or looking for a gentle, supportive introduction to this transformative practice? Join us for, "Mindful Yoga Basics" to experience a comprehensive introduction to yoga – postures, breath, and relaxation tools – in a warm and welcoming environment.…
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Yoga in Olney!
Sat, May 3, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Come unwind & rejuvenate yourself! This is the opportunity to relax & stretch! Provided by the Olney Community Collaborative & Roots 2 Rise. 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month.