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Rainbow Parenting Book Club
Tue, June 17, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
Join us on Tuesdays in June from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. We will be reading and discussing Lindz Amer's book Rainbow Parenting as well as other issues surrounding raising queer kids and their allies. You do not need to attend all four dates. Please come as you can. We will have a…
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Poets Celebrate the Keystone State!
Tue, June 17, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: FREE
Celebrate the Keystone State! Poets from Philadelphia and around the state give voice to the landscapes, hometowns, and vibrant stories of Pennsylvania collected in the new anthology, Keystone Poetry. Hosts: J. C. Todd & Amy Small-McKinney This reading is taking place in Room 108 on Parkway…
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Live Performance: Kamarády Quintet
Tue, June 17, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Join us as local musicians Ashi Sirin, Kim Dolan, Susan Schiffman, Lynn Major, and Sally Livingston perform an hour of classic musical stylings. This performance will include works from Max Bruch, Beethoven and Robert Schumann. 5:30 - 6:45 p.m. For all ages.
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Falls Writing Group
Tue, June 17, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Connect with other writers for motivation, accountability, and inspiration via free writing, prompts and writing games, group sharing, feedback sessions and more. This will be a positive and non-judgmental community open to writers of all genres and skill levels. Meets most…
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Animals, Botanicals, and Otherworldly Things: Papier-Mâché Workshop
Tue, June 17, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Come sculpt lumpy creatures, wild plants, and delightfully strange objects using papier-mâché. Artist Emilia Brintnall will guide you through her process adding color, humor, and a healthy dose of weird to your projects. The creativity workshops will take place in the Education,…
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Savour Your Roots: Celebrating Juneteenth
Tue, June 17, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
This is a pre-Juneteenth celebration, join us for a gathering of hearts, stories, and flavor. Savor Your Roots is a one-evening immersive experience that brings people together to honor Black foodways and cultural legacy through a deeply sensory, celebratory lens. Led by Chef Shayla…
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English Conversation Group
Tue, June 17, 2025
5:45 P.M.
Fishtown Community 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 Gleb. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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Meditation Club for Adults (Virtual)
Tue, June 17, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
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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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Wed, June 18, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Frankford 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…
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Chair Yoga with Yoga4Philly
Wed, June 18, 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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Walking Wednesdays
Wed, June 18, 2025
10:15 A.M.
Whitman Library
Put on your walking shoes as you join us every Wednesday for Walking Group. We meet at Whitman Library, walk up to Washington Ave and walk back to Whitman Library. No need to be a speed walker, this group is a walk at your own pace, low-pressure walking program.
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English Conversation Group
Wed, June 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is led by Free Library employee Catherine. Please note this class takes place on the 2nd floor of the library and there is no elevator access.
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*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Wed, June 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
** Class is full and not accepting new students. Please call the number below to be placed on the waitlist or find an alternate class location. ** Need computer help? Take a free digital skills workshop at the Library! Learn how to use a computer, get online, and more. Training provided by…
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PENN MED HEART HEALTH SERIES
Wed, June 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
You're Invited! Take a Moment for Your Health with Penn Medicine Stop by to get your blood pressure checked, engage in open conversations, and learn about critical health topics from Penn Medicine experts. We're here to listen, talk, and answer your questions — all while helping…
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Recapturing Black History: Preserving an Inclusive View of Philadelphia History.
Wed, June 18, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Amy Jane Cohen is an educator, historian, and author dedicated to helping Philadelphians understand and appreciate the evolution of Black history in their hometown. She is the author of "Black History in the Philadelphia Landscape: Deep Routes, Continuing Legacy", published by Temple…
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Game Day Wednesdays
Wed, June 18, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Join us in the Adult/Teen department for Scrabble, chess, trivia, checkers, card games, and more! We'll have games, or you can bring your favorites. For more information, please contact Ms. Claire Hand, Adult/Teen Librarian, at handc@freelibrary.org. Most Wednesdays from 12:00 -…
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Game Day Wednesdays
Wed, June 18, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Lawncrest Library
12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Join us for Scrabble, chess, checkers, Clue, Monopoly, card games, and more. Bring your own board or card games or use ours.
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English for Beginners
Wed, June 18, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Independence Library
Build your confidence in listening to and speaking English in a welcoming atmosphere with other adult learners. No registration required, all are welcome. Space is limited so please arrive on time to get a spot. Questions? Speak to a librarian, email AdultLearning@freelibrary.org, or call…
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Make Scrubs and Bath Bombs
Wed, June 18, 2025
1:00 P.M.
David Cohen Ogontz Library
Learn how to create your own scrubs and bath bombs in this hands-on workshop. Using natural ingredients, this process provides a creative outlet and an introduction to DIY self-care, and allows participants to take home their own creations. All supplies will be provided and this…
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Beginners Crochet Class
Wed, June 18, 2025
1:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Nicetown Library neighbor and crochet enthusiast Jo-Ann will teach us some basic crochet techniques and help support any ongoing crochet projects. All materials will be provided. We'll meet most Wednesdays. .