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*Highlighted Program*
Author Talk
Ralph Cipriano in
conversation
with Vincent J. Fumo
Wednesday, September 19 @ 6:00 p.m.
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Join us for an evening of insight and candor with our eponymous and now former senator, South Philly's own Vincent J. Fumo, as he speaks with Ralph Cipriano, author of Target: The Senator; A story about Power and abuse of Power.
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!! NEWS !!
Please consider helping out the Fumo Family Library by purchasing a ticket to one of our baskets donated by our wonderful patron Kathy. We have three baskets. Baskets include Beanie Babies, Office Supplies and Philly Sports
memorabilia.
(Let us know if you would like to donate a basket or two).
Also, we are gearing up for our annual Halloween Haunted House. We are seeking donations of unusual glass jars of all shapes and sizes.
Please donate unwanted jars.
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Make it Grow!
Tuesday, September 4 @ 4:00 p.m.
Learn about the germination cycle of seeds with a creative craft that allows you to grow your own plant!
This program is inspired by the exhibition In Our Nature: Flora and Fauna of the Americas, on view through September 15 in the Rare Book Department, Parkway Central Library.
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Bubbly Botanicals - Making Soda from Herbs Workshop
Wednesday, September 5 @ 6:00 p.m.
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Learn to make your own simple syrups for sodas using herbs you can grow in your own backyard!
You will be offered samples of multiple sodas for taste-testing.
This demonstration workshop is presented by Urbanstead.
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Medicare 101
Monday September 10 @ 5:30 p.m. &
Thursday, September 20 @ 11:30 a.m.
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Medicare 101 - What do all those letters mean - A? B? C?D?
What's the difference between Plans F,G, and N? Understand the major difference (and importance) between being observed and admitted in the hospital.
Join us for an educational seminar by Dan Yody, Independent Benefit Consultant, to help you understand your options when enrolling in Medicare, retiring, or reviewing your benefits each year.
We will answer your questions regarding Medicare Open Enrollment (October 15 - December 7), including when to
review prescription plans and make changes.
Dan Yody has presented at Philadelphia and Delaware County Libraries. For additional information, please call 215-685-1758.
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Life-Sized Clue
Wednesday, September 12 @ 4:00 p.m.
You are cordially invited to play Life-Sized Clue at the Fumo Family Library on September 12 @ 4:00 p.m. If you don't know how to play, never fear! We will play the board game the week before this wickedly fun event. Will YOU be able to find the murderer?
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Please click on the above image to watch our 'Cuppet' video.
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CPR Virtual
Reality
Drop-in Program
Monday, September 17
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
This drop-in program is a brief hands-only CPR training using Virtual Reality equipment. After completing a brief survey, you will leave with your own cardboard Virtual Reality viewer.
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Mystery Book Discussion
Wednesday, September 12
@ 6:00 p.m.
Are you a 'whodunit' fan? Join us for a Mystery Book Discussion of Ashley Weaver's Murder at the Brightwell.
We have a few free books to give away. First come, first serve.
Book Description:
Ashley Weaver's debut mystery, Murder at the Brightwell, is a delicious, stylish novel in which murder invades polite British society and romance springs from unexpected places. The novel is a wonderful testament to the enduring delight of the traditional mystery genre.
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Unique Eats & Eateries of Philadelphia
Monday, September 17 @ 6:00 p.m.
Join author Irene Levy Baker as she tells sweet and savory stories behind Philadelphia restaurants based on interviews with chefs and restaurateurs and seemingly endless eating.
Get tips on how to get reservations at Philadelphia's trendiest restaurants, discover where senior citizens dine with college seniors, and much more. Books available for purchase at event.
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Italian Movie - 2nd Friday of the Month
1982 by Palo and Vittorio Taviani
Night of the Shooting Stars Rated R - 1 hr. 47 min.
Description:
The Night of San Lorenzo, also known as the Night of the Shooting Stars, is is the night when dreams come true in Italian folklore. In 1944, a group of Italians flee their town after hearing rumors that the Nazis plan to blow it up and that the Americans are about to arrive to liberate them.
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Music & Movement with Mr. Ray
September 27 @ 10 a.m.
Join us on the fourth Thursday of the month.
Music & Movement is a time for the youngest children to sing, dance, and share stories together.
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Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, September 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 10:00 a.m.
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Join us for stories, songs, and activities. These programs are intended for children accompanied by a caregiver. Daycares, please call for separate appointments.
(Stay after storytime for our new playgroup at 10:30 a.m.)
Pajama Storytime
Wednesday, September 12
@ 7:00 p.m.
Children seven years old and younger are invited to snuggle in the with their parents or caregiver for an evening of stories and songs, with juice and cookies to follow!
Wear your pajamas if you like, and bring along your favorite stuffed animal to cuddle!
Construction Club
Thursday, September 6, 20
Children ages eight years and younger, accompanied by a caregiver, are invited to join us as we build with wooden blocks, magnetic tiles, Lincoln Logs, Mega Bloks, and more, with people, animals, and vehicles to inhabit their creations!
In addition to being a lot of fun, construction play supports the development of fine motor skills and language acquisition, and provides an opportunity for social interaction and cooperation as children learn to build together.
For more information, contact Mr. John at 215-685-1758.
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PLAYGROUP
Tuesdays 10:30 a.m.
September 4, 11, 18, 25
Socialize and play with library toys after storytime!
This program is intended for children five years old and younger, who must be accompanied by a caregiver. Older siblings are welcome.
***Daycares, please call Mr. John for separate appointments***
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Mindful Meditation & Chair Yoga
Please attend the 12:30 p.m. Chair Yoga class.
The 2:00 p.m. class is at capacity.
Ground your mind and body with
Mindful Meditation
1:30 p.m. each Monday
call Abbe at 215-685-1758
for more information.
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Spinning Yarns
Mondays @ 6:30 p.m.
For those who knit and crochet. Bring your latest project and relax at the Library for a low-key evening of crafting every Monday from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
All fiber arts are welcome.
This program is intended for adults only.
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Beginning T'ai Chi for Adults
Thursdays @ 2:00 p.m.
Based on Chinese soft-style martial arts, modern T'ai Chi is best known as a gentle slow-motion exercise that improves balance, leg strength, relaxation, deep breathing, calmness, focus, and alertness.
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Chess Club
Thursdays @ 4:00
p.m.
Join the Fumo Family Library Chess Club. All skill levels are welcome. Even if you have never played before, we will teach you.
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Highlighted events at
neighborhood Libraries.
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South Philadelphia Library
1700 S. Broad St.
215-685-1866
Monthly Family Healthfair
Wed. Sept. 5
4:00 p.m.
Join us at the South Philadelphia Library for a family-friendly health fair, including snacks and a nutrition lesson with Matthew Whipple, RD. Each month, you'll have the opportunity to learn about health resources for your family from local organizations, get a lesson in hands-only CPR from the Mobile CPR Project, and sample some tasty, healthy food!
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Santore Library
932 S. 7th St.
215-686-1766
Sign Language Storytime
Want to learn basic sign language to help your baby communicate? The class is geared toward babies and toddlers and their grown-ups, but children of all ages are welcome. Ms. Stephanie will be happy to answer questions about the class. I look forward to engaging little ones and their parents, nannies, grandparents, and other caretakers in a fun half-hour of learning useful communication signs through songs, stories, and repetition!
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1201 S. 23rd St.
215-685-1899
Therapy Dog Storytime!
Tues. Sept. 11
10:30 a.m.
Bring your family and friends to meet Emily and Konig (pronounced COO-ing), a certified therapy dog handler and her Bernese Mountain Dog.
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Sneak Peek at October events
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Monday,October 15 @ 6:00 p.m.
Harry Potter Quizzo hosted by Drag Queen Brittany Lynn
Saturday, October 20 @ 2:00 p.m.
Annual Library Haunted House
Wednesday, Oct. 24 @ 4:00 p.m.
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Saturday hours resume on September 22
Our regular hours of operation are:
Monday, Noon to 8 p.m.
Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Noon to 8 p.m.
Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closures and delays
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Staff Picks of the Month -
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