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Stop the Bleed Training
Mon, June 9, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Dwight Evans Library of West Oak Lane
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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Free COVID-19 At-Home Test Giveaway
Mon, June 9, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health will be at Whitman Library once a month with free at-home COVID tests, face masks, hand sanitizers, and other free hygiene supplies. No insurance or ID is required. 2:00-4:00 p.m. while supplies last. Please call 215-685-5488 or email…
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Cooking with Ms. Keisha
Mon, June 9, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Widener Library
Description: Join us at 4 pm for an interactive cooking workshop with Chef Keisha Prosser to learn cooking techniques! After they cook, kids will have the opportunity to enjoy the delicious food they cooked together. This program is designed for children ages 8 and up! Space is limited, so…
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Gentle Yoga with Josh
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Join us for a weekly class where we will offer gentle movement, quiet meditation and guided breath work. This class will be adapted to our different abilities and disabilities, especially as we age. For all ages and backgrounds. Led by Josh Mitteldorf, who has been teaching yoga in…
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Kid's Cooking Club
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Experience the art and science of cooking while you make a delicious snack with your very own hands! 6/9 Doughnut Decorating 7/14 Butterfly Blue Lemonade 8/14 Ice Cream!
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Beginner-Friendly Yoga for Adults and Teens
Mon, June 9, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Join Yoga 4 Philly for a beginner-friendly yoga session that welcomes participants of all abilities! This one-hour class will guide you through foundational poses and mindfulness techniques. Please dress comfortably and bring your own mat; we will have additional mats available if…
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Resource Table - Community Wellness
Tue, June 10, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Stop by the resource table from the Community Wellness Engagement Unit of the City of Philadelphia's Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Services (DBHIDS) to learn about the valuable mental wellness resources the city can provide to you, your family or…
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Drop in Hours: Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS)
Tue, June 10, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Please stop by the Philadelphia Department of Health and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHIDS) information table to learn about the valuable mental wellness resources the City can provide. Drop in Hours will be back on June 24th!
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Senior Strength Training
Tue, June 10, 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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Cooking with Ms. Keisha
Tue, June 10, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
Join us for an interactive cooking workshop with Chef Keisha Prosser to learn some basic cooking skills. Come ready to learn, and eat! This class is open to kids ages 8 and up. Today we will be making chicken quesadillas (buffalo, plain & BBQ), with cookies, iced tea and pineapple…
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Stop the Bleed Training
Tue, June 10, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
In under 1 hour, you can learn to save a life. Average time it takes someone to bleed to death: 3 - 5 minutes Average time for first responders to arrive: 7 - 10 minutes Trauma-related deaths worldwide due to bleeding: 40% Participants will receive formal Stop the Bleed training,…
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Meditation Club for Adults (Virtual)
Tue, June 10, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Virtual
Let's meditate together! We will explore various modalities of meditation in this ongoing program. Meditation has many benefits. It can reduce stress, help control anxiety, improve sleep and emotional health, and may reduce blood pressure and help control pain. Our…
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Chair Yoga with Yoga4Philly
Wed, June 11, 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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COVID Resources at the Library
Wed, June 11, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Please stop by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH) information table to learn about resources available to you, such as testing, vaccination, information about mental health care, housing or other needs. Pick up a free mask or take-home test kit. PDPH outreach staff…
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Mindfulness Meditation | Practice Session
Wed, June 11, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Join instructor Maceo Hood in a beginner friendly meditation class. In this one-hour course, we will practice and discuss the benefits of mindful meditation. At least thirty minutes will be devoted to a guided meditation. Maceo received his certification from the Institute for Organizational…
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Yoga for Adults
Thu, June 12, 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, June 13, 2025
10:10 A.M.
Fox Chase Library
Join Dr. Jerika from Yoga4Philly for a weekly Chair Yoga session. All levels welcome. Sponsored by the Friends of Fox Chase Library!
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Chair Yoga
Fri, June 13, 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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Walking Club
Sat, June 14, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Looking to get active? Enjoy the local scenery? Relieve stress? Walk with us at Cobbs Creek Library! Every other Saturday beginning on June 14th. We will meet at the front of the library at 10am and return by 11:00am. Everyone is welcome!
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Your Health and Wealth
Sat, June 14, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
You're invited to a powerful and informative Free Financial Literacy Campaign: "Your Health & Wealth" on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 11:00 AM. This special event is designed to help individuals and families understand the vital connection between physical well-being and…
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