Group Events

Each Branch Friends Group works as its own entity. The people of any given neighborhood have the best idea of their needs. We believe that this autonomy is what makes the Friends so successful. Each group forms its own rhythm, determines its own unique focus based on neighborhood assets and challenges, and works for its own growth. Contact Amy Dougherty @ 215.567.4562 for more information.

Unless stated otherwise, please contact the local branch for more information about these events.

Blackwell/WPR

Friends Meeting: Third Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m.

Friends Meeting: Wednesday, March 17 at 6:00 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, January 19 at 6:00 p.m.

Blanche Nixon/Cobbs Creek

Workout Wednesdays/Teen Wii Games: Wednesdays, July 6, July 27, August 3, August 17, August 31 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Tuesday, May 17 at 5 p.m.

Bustleton

Friends Meeting: Second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m.

Book Sale and Flea Market: Wednesday, May 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Thursday, March 10 at 7:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, February 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, January 12 at 7:30 p.m.

Chestnut Hill

Book Sale: Every Monday at 1:00 p.m.

Donatucci Sr., Thomas F.

Santa Claus is Coming to Town!: Saturday, December 10 from 2-4 p.m. Come visit Santa and have your photo taken!
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, October 18 at 6:00 p.m.
Family Fun Day: Saturday, May 14
Friends Meeting: Thursday, March 31 at 7:00 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Tuesday, February 8 at 7:00 p.m.

Durham, Charles

Friends Meeting: First Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m.

Friends Meeting: Wednesday, March 2 at 6:00 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, February 2 at 6:00 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, January 5 at 6:00 p.m.

Falls of Schuylkill

Spring Book Sale: Saturday, May 7 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Winter Interlude: Saturday, March 5, 2011 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Fishtown

Pizza and Pages: Thursday, September 1 at 4 p.m. Discuss Marcelo in the Real World by Francisco Story. (Teen)
Soda Bottle Flowers: Tuesday, August 30 at 2 p.m. Transform an ordinary plastic bottle into a cool flower! (Grades 4-12)
Microwave Magic: Tuesday, August 23 at 2 p.m. We'll make and enjoy a tasty, nut-free snack mix! (Grades 4-12)
Movie Night: Thursday, August 11 at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy a feature film on our big screen! (Teen; Adult)
Shrinky Dinks: Wednesday, August 10 at 2 p.m. Go retro with us-make shrinky dink charms! (Grades 4-12)
Illusion Show: Tuesday, August 9 at 2 p.m. Matt Cadabra will present a fabulous magic show and create balloon animals! (All ages)
Yoga for Teens & Adults: Tuesdays, June 28 to August 9 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join us for an 9-week yoga series. Newcomers welcome, please bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.
Pizza and Pages: Thursday, August 4 at 4 p.m. Discuss The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. (Teen)
Kala Jojo: Wednesday, August 3 at 2 p.m. Journey to new worlds with Kala Jojo, the Tall Storyteller. Preschool; school-age)
Iguana Lady: Tuesday, August 2 at 2 p.m. Learn all about iguanas-and meet a real one! School-age.
Chocolate Challenge: Thursday, July 28 at 2 p.m. Test your culinary skills as you design a dessert using secret ingredients! Grades 4-12.
Science in the Summer Day 2: Wednesday, July 27 from 10 a.m. to noon and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Special registration is required. Grades 2-6.
Science in the Summer Day 1: Tuesday, July 26 from 10 a.m. to noon and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Special registration is required. Grades 2-6.
Pop Art: Thursday, July 21 at 2 p.m. Make an awesome painting using bubble wrap! Grades 4-12.
World of Magic with Brian Richards: Wednesday, July 20 at 2 p.m. A show featuring magic from China, India, France, England, Russia and Africa. Preschool-school age.
Henna Body Art with Ritu Pandya: Tuesday, July 19 at 2 p.m. First come, first served! School-age & teen.
Pizza & Pages: Thursday, July 14 at 4 p.m. Discuss Beastly by Alex Flinn. Teen.
Who Are You?: Wednesday, July 13 at 2 p.m. Decorate a journal and get writing ideas. Grades 4-12.
Slide! Book Talk: Tuesday, July 12 at 4:30 p.m. Hear a book about our own Samira!
Movie Night: Thursday, July 7 at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy The Adjustment Bureau (2011) on our big screen! Teen & Adult.
Raptors: Wednesday, July 6 at 2 p.m. Learn about raptors, the top predators of the sky! Presented by The Schuylkill Center. School-age.
Discover the World in Art: Tuesday, July 5 at 2 p.m. Presented by the Philadelphia Museum of Art. School-age.
T-Shirt Reconstruction: Thursday, June 30 at 2 p.m. Upcycle a T-shirt into a new garment with Megan Haupt! Please bring a shirt with you.
Fantastic Fruit: Wednesday, June 29 at 2 p.m. Make and enjoy fresh fruit kebabs and dip! For students entering grades 4-12.
Sun Catchers: Tuesday, June 28 at 2 p.m. Make a sparkly catcher! Grades 4-12.
Summer Reading Kick-Off Party: Wednesday, June 22 at 2 p.m. Join us for special treats, games, and crafts from around the world, and sign up for the summer reading program! Everyone is invited.

Fox Chase

Friends Meeting: Second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m.

UPCOMING BUS TRIPS: Application forms are available in the Library and via e-mail at friendsfoxchaselibrary@verizon.net

ZUMBA with Cielo: Friday, June 17 and Friday, June 24 at 10 a.m.
Bus Trip: Saturday, May 14 - New York Matinee: War Horse. 8 a.m.
Bus Trip: Wednesday, April 27 - Kreider Dairy Farms, Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery, and Wilbur Chocolate Factory. 8:30 a.m.
Bus Trip: Saturday, March 26 - New York Matinee: Priscilla Queen of the Desert: A Musical, or A Day on Your Own in NYC, 8 a.m.
Bus Trip: Tuesday March 8, 2011 - Hunterdon Hills Playhouse (Hampton, NJ). The Great American Songbook 2 9 a.m.
Friends Meeting: Tuesday, March 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Tuesday, February 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Tuesday, January 11 at 7:30 p.m.

Frankford

Friends Meeting: Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at 5:30 p.m.

Greater Olney

Teen Café: Fridays from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Supporters and sponsors include: Thomas Skelton Harrison Foundation, Tree House Books, the Pennsylvania Humanities Council, and Councilman Curtis Jones, Jr. Snacks generously provided by the Haverford Avenue ShopRite.

Friends Meeting: Wednesday, February 29 at 6 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, January 18 at 4 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, December 14 at 4 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, November 7 at 4 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, September 14 at 4 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, August 10 at 4 p.m.
Discover the Poem in You Poetry Workshop: Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20 at 4 p.m. Writer's Block be gone! Come find your creative voice. We will draw inspiration from music, movies, and artwork. Weekly interactive workshops will engage participants in exploring Ekphrastic poetry and explore the world around us. Children and youth in late elementary through high school.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, June 1 at 4 p.m.
Saturday Yoga: May 21 and May 28 at 10 a.m.
Snake Party: Thursday, May 19 at 3:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, March 9 at 4:00 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, February 16 at 4:00 p.m.
Immigration Roundtable: Wednesday, January 19 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Haddington

Friends Meeting: First Tuesday of the month from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Friends Meeting: Tuesday, June 7 at 5:30 p.m.
Teen Café "Chill with Chef Chilio" - Healthy Barbeque: Friday, May 27 at 3:30 p.m.
Teen Café "Chill with Chef Chilio" - Simple Salads: Friday, May 20 at 3:30 p.m.
Teen Café "Chill with Chef Chilio" - Cakes: Friday, May 13 at 3:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, May 2 at 5:30 p.m.
Comcast Cares Clean Up and Planting: Saturday, April 30
Garden Planting Party: Saturday, April 9
Friends Meeting: Tuesday, April 5 at 5:00 p.m.
Snake Party: Friday, March 25
Garden Clean Up: Saturday, March 19
Friends Meeting: Tuesday, March 1 at 5:00 p.m.
Traditional African dance & drumming with Annsumane: February 4 and 11 at Teen Café (3:30 to 5 p.m.). Learn traditional African dance and celebrate Black History Month.
Friends Meeting: Tuesday, February 1 at 5:00 p.m.

Haverford

Friends Meeting: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 6:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at 6:00 p.m.

Holmesburg

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Friends Meeting: Monday, March 19 at 6:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, January 23 at 6:30 p.m.
Friends of Holmesburg Library Proudly Hosts Santa!: Wednesday, December 7 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Visit with Santa and have your picture taken together! (Please bring your personal camera for photos.) Enjoy make-and-take holiday crafts, holiday cookies, and a story time with Santa from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. All children will receive a bookmark and candy cane. Bring your library card or sign up for a card and check out holiday books to read at home!
Summer Chess Club for Kids: Mondays, July 11 to August 15 at 4 p.m. Sign up at the branch on June 27 for this six-week club! Call 215-685-8756 for details.
Stories with a Beat: Silly Tales with the Amazing Mr. Q!: Monday, August 8 at 6:30 p.m. Expect lots of laughs when you join us for storytelling fun that incorporates comedy, hip-hop, puppets, magic, and lots of audience participation.
Craft of the Week: Thursdays, July 7 to July 28 at 3:00 p.m. Join us for a fun craft! For school age children, preschoolers welcome if accompanied by an adult.
Mad Science Summer Reading Program Kick-Off: Monday, June 20 at 6:30 p.m.
A Pennsylvania Horticultural Society program, "Identification and Control of Invasive and Troublesome Weeds": Wednesday, June 1 at 6:30 p.m.
Children's Snake Party: Wednesday, May 18 at 6:30 p.m.
Resume and Job Search Sessions: Tuesday, May 17 and Thursday, May 19 from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
The Little Connies pre-school readers program: Monday, May 16 at 6:00 p.m.
Basic Computer Skills sessions for adults: Tuesday, May 3 from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. (Intro to Computers) and Thursday, May 5 from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. (Email)
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, April 27 at 6:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, January 31 at 6:30 p.m.

Kensington

Friends Meeting: Saturday, January 14 at 11:30 a.m.
Holiday Guitar Workshops for Teens: Saturdays, November 26, December 3, December 10, December 19 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Join presenter Joe Morris for a special teen workshop - learn to play your classic holiday songs on acoustic guitar!
Friends Meeting: Saturday, December 3 at 12:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Saturday, November 12 at 1 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Saturday, September 10 at 11 a.m.
Friends Meeting: Saturday, June 4 at 10:30 a.m.
Family Concert by Elite Strings Orchestra: Saturday, May 21 at 3 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Tuesday, May 2 at 2:30 p.m.

Kingsessing

Friends Meeting: Second Saturday of each month at 11:30 a.m.

Lawncrest

Friends Meeting: held the first Wednesday of each month (except July and August) at 1:15 p.m.

Friends of Lawncrest Holiday Craft Show: Saturday, December 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Book sale, bake sale, jewelry, crochet items, candles, soap, greeting cards, and an auction!
Spring Craft Fair: Saturday, April 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Friends Meeting and 35th Anniversary Celebration: Wednesday, March 2 at 1:15 p.m.
Friends Meeting: ~~Wednesday, February 2 at 1:15 p.m.~~ - Cancelled due to weather concerns.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, January 5 at 1:15 p.m. Welcome 2011!

Lillian Marrero

Kings and Queens Chess Club: Every Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. All levels welcome from beginner to advanced! Contact Coach Craig in you're interested in joining the club: kandgchess@yahoo.com.

Third Thursday Teens: Third Thursday of the month from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Join us for snacks and a new program every month!

Friends Meeting: Saturday, February 11 at 11 a.m.
Third Thursday Teens: Thursday, January 19 at 4:30 p.m. Join us for snacks and an interactive cyberbullying workshop presented by Global Teen Talk. All are welcome!
Friends Meeting: Thursday, January 12 at 6 p.m.
Holiday Craft Night: Thursday, December 5 from 5-7 p.m. Make your own ornaments to take home and enjoy light refreshments and snacks. Everyone is welcome!
Friends Meeting: Thursday, October 27 at 6 p.m.
Back to School Survival Night: Thursday, October 6 from 4:30-7 p.m. Join the kick off at Fairhill Park for the "Readers are Leaders" Teen March led by the sounds of Tyree Dumas of DollarBoyz, starting at 4 p.m. Back to School Survival Night begins at Lillian Marrero Library at 4:30 p.m. Create your own School Survival Kit, view the community art show, design your own fashionable crafts, take a tour of the library, and visit the Community Resource Fair for information on health care, after school programs, free computer classes, free tutoring program (LEAP), and free English as a second language classes.
Friends Meeting: Tuesday, October 4 at 6 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Tuesday, September 13 at 6 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Tuesday, August 23 at 6:00 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Tuesday, July 26 at 6:00 p.m.

McPherson Square

Friends Meeting: Wednesday, February 22 at 5 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, January 23 at 4 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Friday, December 9 at 4 p.m.
McPherson Square Park Coalition Meeting: Wednesday, November 16 from 4-6 p.m. at McPherson Square Library. Join the Office of Councilwoman María Quiñones-Sánchez, Kensington EPIC Stakeholders, MIMIC, IMPACT Services, Philadelphia Police Department, Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, and Friends of the Free Library for a meeting about reclaiming McPherson Square Park and Library. All are welcome!
Community Festival: Saturday, October 1. Join us for park cleanup from 1-3 p.m. - the fun starts at 3 p.m. with karaoke, crafts, children's games, music, refreshments, and story hour. Catch a screening of the movie Despicable Me at 7 p.m., bring a chair or blanket for seating!
Summer Festival: Saturday, August 27. Join us for park cleanup from 1-3 p.m. - the fun starts at 3 p.m. with karaoke, crafts, children's games, music, refreshments, story hour and community information tables. Catch a screening of the movie Despicable Me at 7:30 p.m., bring a chair or blanket for seating! - Event cancelled due to severe weather. Rain date to be determined.

Northeast Regional

Family Fun Day: Saturday, July 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join us for an afternoon of fun! Book and bake sale, face painting, children's story hour, and much more!
Business Card Exchange: Tuesday, February 8 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Oak Lane

Thanksgiving Benefit Concert: Saturday, November 19 at 8:00 p.m. An evening of classical music with seven world-class musicians, including the pianist who performed at the Kimmel Center opening and was awarded "Best Piano Performance of the Year" in China. Mix, mingle and meet the musicians at the free reception following the performance. Concert will be held at the Youth Auditorium, Korean United Church of Philadelphia, 1200 W. Cheltenham Ave. Free parking. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $10 for teens.
"Farm House to Ranch House, the History of Architectural Styles of East Oak Lane": April 17 at 3:00 p.m. Lecture by noted architect David Traub.
"Evolution and Early Architecture of East Oak Lane": March 27 at 3:00 p.m. Lecture by Dr. Jeffrey Cohen, Ph. D. Architectural History.
Third Annual Valentine's Eve Concert: Sunday, February 13 at 3:30 p.m.
Book Signing - Oak Lane, Olney & Logan by Marita Krivda Poxon, Rachel Hildebrandt, and the Old York Road Historical Society: Sunday, January 23 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Ogontz/David Cohen

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Fourth Annual Spring Fling: Saturday, May 14.
Youth Workshop: Monday, April 4 from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
Adult Workshop: Saturday, April 9 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
Meet Us at the Trolley Car Diner! For two weeks in March, dining at the Trolley Car will benefit our branch.

Overbrook Park

S.A.T. Crash Course: Saturdays, February 25 and March 3 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This two-part course will help you get ready for the S.A.T. test or improve your test-taking skills! Intense, strategic instruction for S.A.T. success; College readiness: from choosing the right school to scholarships and financial aid info; Students can participate in a drawing to receive additional S.A.T. prep materials. Sign up at the library or e-mail ovpklibraryfriendsgroup@yahoo.com. Cost is $5 per Saturday to cover materials. A continental breakfast/lunch will be provided.
SAT Crash Course and BRICKS' College Readiness Seminar: Saturday, October 22 from 10:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Intense, strategic instruction for SAT success - This course is for anyone taking the upcoming test or for those who want to improve their test-taking skills. Students can partake in a drawing to receive additional SAT prep materials. College Readiness Seminar will provide information on choosing the right college, navigating the application process, scholarships and financial aid, and what you need to know before applying. Cost is $5 to cover materials. A continental breakfast/lunch will be provided. Sign up at the library or e-mail ovpklibraryfriendsgroup@yahoo.com.
2nd Annual Back-to-School Bonanza: Thursday, August 25 from 5-6:30 p.m. Students, parents, neighbors and Friends are invited to join the fun - book and bake sale, children's story telling, face painting, raffles and giveaways, and resources and information about schools and programs!
Black History 365!: Tuesday, March 22 at 4:00 p.m.
SAT Prep 101 - Crash Course: Saturday, March 5 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Saturday, January 8 from at 11 a.m. and Thursday, January 13 at 6 p.m.

PCI Library

Friends Meeting: Second Saturday of each month at 10:30 a.m. (Off through the summer.)

February Film Series: Thirties Treats. Free and open to the public, Wednesdays in February at 2 p.m. For more information, please contact friendsofPCI@yahoo.com.
- Wednesday, February 1: The Busby Berkeley Collection (1933)
- Wednesday, February 8: Prix de beaute (1930)
- Wednesday, February 15: Mauvaise Graine (1934)
- Wednesday, February 22: Make Way for Tomorrow (1937)
- Wednesday, February 29: Libeled Lady (1936)

January Film Series: Song and Dance. Free and open to the public, Wednesdays in January at 2 p.m. For more information, please contact friendsofPCI@yahoo.com.
- Wednesday, January 4: The Band's Visit (2007)
- Wednesday, January 11: The Magic Flute Diaries - make up date from December 28 cancellation (2008)
- Wednesday, January 18: The Tales of Hoffman: Les Contes d'Hoffman (1951)
- Wednesday, January 25: The Red Shoes (1948)

December Films - Mozart in Film: Amadeus (12/7), Don Giovanni (12/14), Elvira Madigan (12/21), The Magic Flute Diaries (12/28).
November Films - A Salute to the Peoples of Philadelphia, Part III: Food for Thought: Like Water for Chocolate (Como Agua Para Chocolate) Mexico (11/2), The Wedding Banquet Taiwan (11/9), The Gleaners and I (Les Glaneurs et la Glaneuse) France (11/16), The Band's Visit (11/23), I Am Love: Io Sono L'Amore Italy (11/30).
October Films - A salute to the Peoples of Philadelphia, Part II: Dancing Dreams: Tanzträume (10/5), Philadelphia, Here I Come (10/12), The Great Caruso (10/19), The Music Room: Jalsaghar (10/26).
September Films - A Salute to the Peoples of Philadelphia: Smultronstället: Wild Strawberries (9/7), Stormy Weather (9/14), Kitty Foyle: The Natural History of a Woman (9/21), Friendly Persuasion (9/28).
August Films - Marlene Dietrich: Blue Angel (8/3), The Devil is a Woman (8/10), Stage Fright (8/17), No Highway in the Sky (8/24), Touch of Evil (8/31).
July Films - Westerns: True Grit 2010 (7/6), True Grit 1969 (7/13), Garden of Evil (7/20), No Name on the Bullet (7/27).
Alexei Borovik illustrated lecture-demonstration on the Ballets Russes in Paris: Wednesday, April 20 at 6:30 p.m.
A Bilingual Storytime: Thursday, April 14 at 11:00 a.m.
April Films - April in Paris 1910 to 1920: Fantômas: Part 3. French silent-film crime-series in 1913 and 1914 (4/27), Fantômas: Part 2. French silent-film crime-series in 1913 and 1914 (4/20), Fantômas: Part 1. French silent-film crime-series in 1913 and 1914 (4/13), Jules et Jim (4/6)
March Films - Rescheduled, Relatives and a Saturday Matinee Special: Les Deux anglaises et le continent (Two English Girls) (3/30), Moon Beat (3/26), Tirez sur le pianist (Shoot the Piano Player) (3/23), Tetro (3/9), El Secreto De Sus Ojos (The Secret in Their Eyes) (3/2)
Friends Meeting: Saturday, February 12 at 10:30 a.m.
February Films - Director Douglas Sirk: The Tarnished Angels (2/23), Captain Lightfoot (2/16), Thunder on the Hill (2/9), Summer Storm (2/2)
Friends Meeting: Saturday, January 8 at 10:30 a.m.
January Films - from Latin America: El Laberinto Del Fauno (Pan's Labyrinth) (1/19), Nueve Reinas (Nine Queens) (1/12), Central do Brasil (Central Station) (1/5)

Queen Memorial

Friends Meetings: Third Wednesday of each month at 4:00 p.m.

Join the Friends for Classic Movies: Second & Fourth Wednesdays of each month at 1:00 p.m. Feel free to bring your own lunch.

Friends Meeting: Wednesday, February 17 at 4:00 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, January 19 at 4:00 p.m.

Roxborough

Friends Meetings: First Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m.

Toddler Story Hour: Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Young Children's Story Hour: Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

Holiday Fundraising Party: Tuesday, December 13 from 6-8 p.m. at Castle Roxx, Manayunk (105 Shurs Lane). This fundraising event is for the exterior improvements of the library and includes a new sign that the library desperately needs. Children, families and friends welcome! Tickets are $15 per person and $25 per couple (adults or children) and includes food, beer and wine! call 215-498-4149 or click here for details.
Friends Meeting: Monday, March 7 at 6:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, February 7 at 6:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, January 3 at 6:30 p.m.

Santore, Charles

The Friends of Charles Santore Library maintain their own website: www.santorelibrary.org. Please visit that site for current news and events from the group.

South Philadelphia

Knit n' Sip: Third Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m.: January 19, February 16, March 15, April 19, May 25. All levels of teens and adults welcome. Bring your own project or start a new one. Yarn, needles, and basic instruction will be provided for the newbies. Hot tea will be served.
Chinese New Year Celebration: Thursday, January 19 at 4:30 p.m. Family and children, join us for face paining, crafts, and snacks as we celebrate and learn about the Chinese New Year tradition!
Homebrew Workshop: Thursday, December 8 at 6:30 p.m. Join 10-year veteran homebrewer Sean Mellody as he demonstrates the ins and outs of brewing great beer at home. Learn about basic ingredients, equipment, and the process of homebrewing. One lucky person will walk away with a start-up kit at the end of the program! This is a free event. You must be 21 years or older to attend.
Pumpkin Painting!: Saturday, October 22 at 11 a.m. Paint your own pumpkin at the South Philly Library - Pumpkins, paint, and treats will be provided. Free event! Groups can not be accommodated and pumpkins available on a first-come basis.
Zoos on Wheels: Thursday, August 11 at 3:00 p.m. Presented by the Philadelphia Zoo and Friends of the South Philadelphia Library. From sea turtles to polar bears, many animals call the U.S. home. Explore local habitats and learn how choices can help protect these fascinating places and the creatures that share our home. Space is limited to 50 attendees - children and adults - so arrive early. Tickets will be distributed on a first come/first served basis. Animal crackers will be served to all children attending! We are unable to accommodate groups for this program.
Friends Meeting: Thursday, July 14 at 6:15 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Thursday, June 2 at 6 p.m.
Pennsylvania Horticultural Society workshop, "Gardening in Small Spaces", followed by a plant and book sale: Saturday, May 21 at 1 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Thursday, March 24 at 6 p.m.

Tacony

Used Book Sale every Tuesday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. featuring all genres of quality used books, CDs and videos.

Torresdale

Craft Show: Saturday, November 26 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crafts, snacks, and much more! All are welcome!
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, December 7 at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome!
Halloween Spooky Stories and "Boo-ling" Party: Saturday, October 22 at 2:30 p.m. Join us as we listen to spooky stories at the Torresdale Branch, then enjoy a free game of "Boo-ling" at the Thunderbird Bowling Center. Costumes are encouraged (please make sure they are safe to bowl in). For children kindergarten through 6th grade. Space is limited to the first 90 children.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, October 5 at 6:30 p.m.
Back-to-School Night: Wednesday, September 21, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Find out what your neighborhood library can do for you and your children this school year - Learn how to search the library's online catalog, take a tour of our collections, find a book at our Friends Book Sale and enjoy light refreshments. Parents, have your child fingerprinted and photographed for a free child identification card, courtesy of New York Life Insurance Company!
Wimpy Kid Book Club: Thursdays July 14, 21, 28, August 4 and 11, 10:30 a.m. For children grades 2 through 6. Children will read The Last Straw, the third book in the series, followed by activities based on the book. Light snacks will be served. Limited to 20 children.
Family Bingo Night: Wednesday, August 10, 6:30 p.m. Try your hand at Bingo and enjoy a light evening snack!
"Magic and Puppets": Wednesday, July 27, 6:30 p.m. Presented by Dave Carr. Magic, Puppets, and Ventriloquism specializing in SAFETY.
Arts and Crafts: Wednesdays July 13, 20 and August 3, 6:30 p.m. For children of all ages, limited to 25 spots.
Chess Club: Tuesday July 12, 19, 26 and August 2 and 9 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. – For Chess fans of all ages. Learn to play this ancient game of skill and strategy, or play with other fans.
"Theatre Makes You Louder" - Anti-Bullying Program: Wednesday, July 6, 2 p.m. Presented by Anna Watson of "Theatre In Between" theatre company. This program will be an introduction to the theatrical arts with a focus on bullying. It is based on real life situations, theatre exercises and acting techniques. Seating limited to 20 children.
5th Annual "Read, Eat and Bowl!": Monday, June 20, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, June 1 at 6:30 p.m.
Vendor Fair: Saturday, April 30 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, April 6 at 6:30 p.m.
Friends Book Sale: Saturday, March 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, March 2 at 6:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, January 5, 2011 at 6:30 p.m.

Wadsworth

Summer Reading: One World, Many Stories: Tuesday, June 21 at 4 p.m. Join Mr. David's Drawings, Songs and Sillines for an afternoon reading!

Walnut Street West

Friends of Walnut West holds a book sale every Friday in good weather. The sales are outside of the library and run from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

The Friends are sponsoring a Chess Club for school children on Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the library. Adults who can play chess are encouraged to join us to help teach new players. Snacks will be served.

West Oak Lane

Friends Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at 1:00 p.m.

Friends Meeting: Wednesday, March 9 at 1 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, February 9 at 1 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, January 12 at 1 p.m.

Whitman

Breaking Barriers: Wednesday, February 22 at 4 p.m. The Friends of the Whitman Library have partnered with The National Constitution Center to present this program, the second in a series of six. The Breaking Barriers Show examines the lives of Thurgood Marshall, Bessie Coleman, Jackie Robinson, and other extraordinary African Americans throughout history. The show gives visitors insight into the issues they faced and the rights they secured for all Americans. Students are sent on a storytelling adventure as they learn about the experiences of African Americans in the 1700s, 1800s, and 1900s. These inspiring stories teach students how one individual's civic actions can affect a nation. Recommended grade levels are 3-5, 6-8, 9-12. This information will be published in the March edition of the ALTAFF newsletter that is mailed out to all members.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, February 8 at 6 p.m.
Growing Up American Style: Monday, February 6 at 4 p.m. The Friends of the Whitman Library have partnered with The National Constitution Center to present this program, the first in a series of six. Freshman City Councilman Mark Squilla will open the program. Find out what it was like to grow up in different eras of American history. Students participate in a costume runway show featuring traditional-style dress from historical periods while describing what home, school, and work life was like. Students also learn how often kids bathed, what they did during the day, what rights they had, and more. This is recommended for grades 3-8. This information will be published in the March edition of the ALTAFF newsletter that is mailed out to all members.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, January 25 at 6 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, January 11 at 6 p.m.
Meditation for a Peaceful New Year: Monday, January 9 at 6:30 p.m. Join us for an evening of guided meditation; an introduction to simple yet profound meditation techniques to help make our lives more peaceful, enjoyable, and happy. No experience necessary. Everyone is welcome. This class is free and open to the public, and is sponsored by the Friends of Whitman Library and Amitayus Kadampa Buddhist Center.
Friends Meeting: Monday, December 12 at 6 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, November 16 at 5:45 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, October 26 at 6 p.m.
Halloween Party!: Monday, October 24 at 6:30 p.m. Join us for pumpkin painting, crafts, snacks, and much more. Children of all ages welcome! Pumpkins donated by Shop-Rite of Snyder Avenue. Treats donated in part by the Friends of the Whitman Library.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, October 5 at 6 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, September 14 at 6 p.m.
Immigration Round Table: Wednesday, June 22 at 6 p.m.
Book Sale and Flea Market: Saturday, June 11, 10 a.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, June 8 at 6 p.m.
Children's Gardening Program presented by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society: Monday, June 6 at 4 p.m.
Drum Circle with Coda: Wednesday, May 18 at 4 p.m.
Iguana Lady: Wednesday, May 4 at 4:30 p.m.
Snake Party: Wednesday, April 6 at 4 p.m.
Meet the Pros Career Night: Wednesday, March 9 at 4 p.m.
Fairytale Theatre: Wednesday, March 2 at 4 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, February 28 at 6 p.m.
The Amazing Mr. Q's Balloons and Magic Show: Wednesday, February 16 at 4 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, February 7 at 6 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, January 24, 2011 at 6 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, January 10, 2011 at 6 p.m.

Widener

Friends Meeting: Wednesday, October 26 at 4 p.m.

Wynnefield

Friends Meeting: Monday, June 4 at 5:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, May 7 at 5:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, April 2 at 5:30 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, March 5
One Book, One Philadelphia Book Discussion of Create Dangerously: The Immigrant Artist at Work by Edwidge Danticat. Wednesday, February 29 at 6 p.m. BOOKS FOR OUR MEMBERS ARE AVAILABLE - FREE! Please sign up on the registration form and also get the Calendar of Events that accompanies the Danticat book. Others who are interested in participating can borrow a copy from any branch.
Friends Meeting: Monday, February 6
Friends Meeting: Monday, January 9
Book and Bake Sale: Wednesday, December 28 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Wyoming

Teen Café Programs: Wednesdays at 5:00 p.m.

Friends Meeting: Wednesday, December 14 at 5:15 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Monday, November 7 at 5:15 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, September 14 at 5:15 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, August 3 at 5:30 p.m.
Philadelphia Handmade Paper Company: Tuesday, July 19 at 1:30 p.m. Join Richard Aldorasi as he demonstrates how paper was made long ago. See a real paper press in action!
Bracelet Beading: Wednesday, July 13 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 10 and up!
Teen Café - Poetry Slam and End-of-the-School-Year Party: Monday, June 6 at 5:00 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, June 1 at 5:30 p.m.
Teen Café: Wednesday, May 18 at 5 p.m. Includes surveys about the Teen Café program.
Teen Café - Learn to Juggle: Wednesday, May 11 at 5 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, May 11 at 5:30 p.m.
Teen Café - Wii Games: Wednesday, April 27 at 5 p.m.
Teen Café - Open Mic/Poetry Slam: Wednesday, April 13 at 5 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, April 6 at 5:30 p.m.
Teen Café - Open Space/Poetry Writing: Wednesday, March 23 at 5 p.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, March 2 at 5:30 p.m.
Teen Café: Wednesday, March 2 at 5 p.m.
Book Discussion with author Charles Fuller: Friday, February 25 at 10:30 a.m.
Friends Meeting: Wednesday, February 2 at 5:30 p.m.
Teen Café presents Teen Idol! Pick a song and show off your vocal skills.
Teen Idol Contest: Wednesday, January 5, 2011 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Teen Idol Finals: Wednesday, January 19, 2011 from 5 to 7 p.m.