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Movement Mornings-Chair Yoga
Fri, August 22, 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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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Fri, August 22, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Philip. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
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Using the Internet
Fri, August 22, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Hot Spots
Understand how to access the internet, use QR codes, and navigate safely. Registration not required. Location information at freelibrary.org/hotspots .
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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Fri, August 22, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. This service will be available today from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. If you have questions, you can email…
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Let's Art!
Fri, August 22, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Join us for an afternoon of community art making. Draw your futures or put your memories on the page! Colored pencils, watercolors and collage materials will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own photos, drawings or paper. Most Fridays from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Let’s Art! is…
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Fiber Craft Fridays
Fri, August 22, 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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Chess Club
Fri, August 22, 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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Open Mic Night at the Library
Fri, August 22, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Join us for an evening of music, poetry, spoken word, and more at our Nicetown Café . Program runs from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. and is for ages 21 and older. Dates are: June 27, July 25, August 22, September 26, and October 31. This program was made possible through support from the…
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Walking Club
Sat, August 23, 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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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, August 23, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Independence Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Gail. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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Confident Allies Reading Group
Sat, August 23, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
CALLING ALL ALLIES! Please join us on the last Saturday of the month. Allies amplify LGBTQ+ voices, and challenge misconceptions that block full participation in community. Together, we will read, discuss, and support each other in doing the work of becoming effective allies. Selections will…
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Adult Writing Club
Sat, August 23, 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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Wan L. Yang Photo Exhibit
Now through Sat, August 23, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
International Photo Exhibit Discover breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and cultural portraits from all 7 continents at the 9th Photography Exhibit by Wan L. Yang. Join us for the Grand Opening on Sat, Aug 23, 2025, at 12 PM at the Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia.…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, August 23, 2025
2:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Christine. Questions? Email AdultLearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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English as a Second Language
Mon, August 25, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Wyoming Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 7/8 and 7/10. Up to 30 individuals can…
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Wan L. Yang Photo Exhibit
Now through Mon, August 25, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
International Photo Exhibit Discover breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and cultural portraits from all 7 continents at the 9th Photography Exhibit by Wan L. Yang. Join us for the Grand Opening on Sat, Aug 23, 2025, at 12 PM at the Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia.…
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Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, August 25, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-868-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Adult Basic Literacy classes at Kingsessing…
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One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, August 25, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Haverford Library
Need computer help? Need assistance with a new labtop? Get 1-on-1 help at the Library! Learn how to use a computer, get online, and more.
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Red Cross Blood Drive
Mon, August 25, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
There is a critical need for blood donations in the region and in the nation in general. The need for blood is constant and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds and most of us will need…
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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Mon, August 25, 2025
2:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. Our social worker is generally here for approximately 3 hours. If you have questions, you can email…