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We've got a good environment on the Second Floor
Open Mon-Thurs 9-8, Fri 9-5 & Sat 9-5
Parkway Central 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Our Uplifting Programming |
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Sew What?! Afternoon Wednesdays 2-4:30 p.m.
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Want to share what you're making with other crafters? Looking for inspiration for new projects? Then join us at Sew What?! a craft club at the Library. Bring in your projects or ideas. For all skill levels, crafts or techniques....Sew What?!
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Sew What?! Evening Thursdays 5-7:30 p.m.
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A Clever and Creative Get Together identical to the Afternoon Sewcial, just at night! It's for crafters of all ages, skill levels and techniques. Don't have a project? Just bring yourself and you'll find inspiration here.
Follow us to see sew much more!!
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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 12 years of experience in Philadelphia. All ages and abilities welcome. Please dress comfortably!
Class will be held in Room 406/407. There will be elevator access to the 4th floor.
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Penn Med's Health Talk Tuesdays:
Mobility and Fall Prevention
June 4th at 4 p.m. in the
Science & Wellness Dept., Room 202
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Mobility issues do not have to stand in the way of an enjoyable life. Join the Free Library and Penn Med to learn about mobility, fall prevention, and fitness. Dr. Kevin Shaddock, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and board certified geriatric clinical specialist currently working at Good Shepherd Penn Partners, will guide us to staying active through all life’s stages. Meet us in Room 202 on the Second Floor.
June Doubleheader! Join us at one of our Health Talks in June (the 4th and 11th) for a chance to win a pair of ⚾Phillies tickets! Attendees can enter a raffle to win two tickets for an August home game.
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Indego Riding Basics
Wednesday, June 5th at 5:30 p.m.
Heim Center Room 131/132
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No bike needed! This is an indoor class.
This event will be in the HEIM room 131/132.
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Mini Repair Fair
Saturday, June 8th at 10 a.m.
Heim Center Room 131/132
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Need a reminder to signup? Visit the website and sign-up for the event’s notification list. There are limited slots, so sign up as soon as the window opens!
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Join the Philly Fixers Guild and the Free Library with a broken item for our Free Repair Fair! You’ll be paired with a Fixer and work together to learn troubleshooting and repair skills. Items can include electronics, clothing, and small household objects.
Guests must sign up for a slot at 10-11 a.m. or 11-12 p.m.
Signups will open 1 week prior to the event.
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CPR Training with The Mobile CPR Project
Tuesday, June 11th
at 10 a.m.
Heim Center Room 131/132
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Join us for a free non-certified CPR training with The Mobile CPR Project. Whether you are new to CPR or just want to practice your skills, this class is for you! Coffee and bagels will be provided.
This 45-minute class will be held in the HEIM room 131/132.
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Penn Med's Health Talk Tuesdays: Understand Your Sleep and Health
Tuesday, June 11th at 4 p.m. in the
Science & Wellness Dept., Room 202
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Join the Free Library and Penn Medicine to learn about sleep health. Learn how factors such as mood and environment affect a good night’s sleep. Our presenter is Dr. Jen Goldschmied, a licensed clinical psychologist and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry of the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. We will meet in Room 202 on the Second Floor.
June Doubleheader! Join us at one of our Health Talks in June (the 4th and 11th) for a chance to win a pair of Phillies tickets! Attendees can enter a raffle to win two tickets for an August home game.
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Financial Help and Credit Repair Chat
Monday, June 24th at 2 p.m.
Parkway Central Lobby
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Join Sherry Hoban, Executive Director of the Consumer Bankruptcy Assistance Project (CBAP), for one-on-one financial help. Topics range from debt management to accessing annual credit reports. Bring all your financial questions! The program will meet in Parkway Central's First Floor lobby from 2 to 4 p.m.
No registration is necessary.
Questions? Contact the Science and Wellness Department at 215-686-5394.
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Red Cross Blood Drive🩸
Tuesday, June 25th at 1 p.m.
Skyline Room on 4th Floor
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There is a critical need for blood donations in the region. 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 blood in our lifetime. Can you help?
The event will be held in the Skyline Room 1:00-6:00 PM. To schedule an appointment, click here. You can also call 1-800-REDCROSS or go to redcrossblood.org and enter the sponsor code: LIBRARYVINEST
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Philly Plant Exchange Plant Swap
Come and visit our Propagation Station! We offer clippings with roots that are ready to go home with you!
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To-Go & Grow Free Seed Library
Come and check out our new Free Seed Library housed in an old card catalogue. We continually get some donations, so there's always something new!
Seeds to plant in June are available here: Beets, parsnips, carrots 🥕, radish and squash.
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This Farmer's Almanac web site can help you decide what to plant and when🌱🥔🌽 or check out a digital e-magazine➡
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Please come and visit Cyan 🐳Whale-Ness the Second. He just started his second crop in Aquaponics! Stop by for a snack 😊
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June is National Great Outdoors Month🌄 |
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Celebrate the great outdoors with books on growing plants both indoors and outdoors. We are highlighting fantastic books on fishing and birding. Come check out our cookbooks about grilling outdoors and camp cooking.🔥 |
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The City of Philadelphia compiled a list of community resources including housing and internet access, utility assistance, addiction issues, financial hardship, and health related assistance. Click here to access.
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CRISIS HOTLINES:
- Philly Crisis Hotline (215) 685-6440
- Covid Stress PA (855) 284-2494
- Crisis Text Line (Text PA to 441-7141)
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline (800) 273-8255
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Philly Keep On Loving | Information for HIV, STIs, and PrEP
We help Philadelphians make the best decisions for their sexual health. We offer at-home HIV/STI test kits and free telehealth for PrEP.
Read more
phillykeeponloving.com
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Parkway Central Library
1901 Vine Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
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