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Nonprofit 路 University Southwest
A Philadelphia nonprofit that gives books to children and families. It runs programs in medical settings, family events, and a children's writing and illustration program.
Last seen active: September 2026
Club
A bookstore on East Passyunk that runs book clubs on set dates, each built around a listed book.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 West Park
Works for fairer special education for children from groups that are often left out. It helps families see learning differences and neurodiversity in a more positive light, and it offers reading help and training for schools.
Last seen active: August 2025
Neighborhood or civic group
The city's adult education program, run with community partners. It trains volunteer tutors to help adults build reading, writing, math, computer, and English skills.
Last seen active: August 2026
Nonprofit 路 Central
A foundation linked to the AL D脥A news organization. It works with colleges to recruit, train, and support Latino and other underrepresented students in journalism, and its best-known program is a student fellowship.
Last seen active: August 2022
Nonprofit 路 Central
The French cultural center in Philadelphia. It teaches adults French from A1 (beginner) to C1 (advanced), and it runs French conversation meals and book clubs for adults and teens.
Last seen active: September 2026
Nonprofit 路 Central
A nonprofit that links Philadelphia with Italy through Italian language courses, conversation classes, film nights, concerts and an Italian book club.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Lower Northwest
Andorra Library is a Free Library of Philadelphia branch in the Lower Northwest part of the city, with free programs, classes and events for kids, teens and adults. Check the branch for its current calendar.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group
Penn's student-run food magazine. Its articles cover food and recipes.
Last active date not known yet
Nonprofit 路 Lower North
A Philadelphia nonprofit that helps young people make art and poetry. Its work runs through school and library programs such as We the Poets, EcoArts and student art shows, and its public workshops, family days and poetry and art show are listed on its events page.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Central
A member supported library, archive and talk space focused on Philadelphia's books, buildings and history. Members can borrow books, and visitors can join small discussion groups and attend talks.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Upper Northwest
A Philadelphia nonprofit for young people that runs mentoring and leadership programs, including literacy, mock job interviews, and a scholarship. It also runs service events such as a toy drive and a movie night.
Last seen active: May 2025
Program 路 Lower North
An artist run gallery in the Crane Arts Building that shows invited exhibitions and hosts free zinemaking workshops and book launches.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Central
A Philadelphia theater company that stages productions and develops new plays with writers. Its New Play Development program offers readings, events, and a way to submit scripts.
Last seen active: September 2026
Nonprofit 路 Upper North
A Philadelphia nonprofit whose board is made up of Black scientists and science supporters. It makes a science podcast and a magazine, holds photo and story contests on everyday science, and runs science journalism workshops.
Last seen active: August 2026
Nonprofit 路 Upper Northwest
A museum in the Historic Vernon House in Vernon Park that shows classic and modern Black writers and their books. It holds a free family festival in Germantown and has volunteer and donation pages.
Last active date not known yet
Program 路 West
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the West part of the city, Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Online
A literary group that teaches writing classes in Philadelphia and online, with financial aid for students. It also holds free public events and keeps a community calendar of local literary happenings.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 University Southwest
A volunteer-run group that sends free books to people in prison who write asking for them. Its office is on Baltimore Avenue in West Philadelphia.
Last active date not known yet
Nonprofit 路 Online
An online arts and culture magazine with essays, reviews, features, profiles and a podcast, plus a free weekly newsletter. Writers can send in work.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Upper North
Offers literacy and mental health support to children who have learning or behavior challenges. The center says its services run year round and invites families to call or email.
Last active date not known yet
Nonprofit 路 Central
A group of artists, writers and community members who meet through art and dialogue to support the humanity of Black men. It partners with Moonstone Arts Center on Black Poetry Day in Philadelphia.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Lower Northeast
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Lower Northeast part of the city, Bushrod Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Upper Far Northeast
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Upper Far Northeast part of the city, Bustleton Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Central
Supports under-served artists, especially immigrant, Indigenous and LGBTQI+ artists, through exhibitions, a bilingual English and Spanish press, and performances.
Last seen active: March 2026
Program 路 Lower North
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Lower North part of the city, Cecil B. Moore Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 West
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the West part of the city, Charles L. Durham Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 South
Charles Santore Library is a Free Library of Philadelphia branch in the South part of the city, with free programs, classes and events for kids, teens and adults. Check the branch for its current calendar.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Upper Northwest
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Upper Northwest part of the city, Chestnut Hill Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Online
An independent online literary magazine, published quarterly since 2013, that also runs writing classes and needs volunteer reviewers, editors and interns.
Last seen active: September 2026
Program 路 North
Alexander K. McClure is one of the City's Community Schools for pre-K through fifth grade. Volunteers can help with programs for students and families, including weekly reading coaching.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Lower North
A Community School partnership between the City, the School District and neighbors, Paul L. Dunbar welcomes volunteers through the City's volunteer portal.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Online
A nonprofit that uses writing to help children become creative and critical thinkers. It offers free one-on-one coaching for young writers, a drop-in writing night, and classroom help for teachers.
Last seen active: September 2026
Nonprofit 路 Central
A Center City nonprofit that handles the paperwork for more than 90 creative projects and rents affordable desk space to cultural workers.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Upper North
A literacy nonprofit that tutors children ages 3 to 10 one on one and coaches families on reading at home. It also works with schools.
Last active date not known yet
Nonprofit 路 Central
An artist group founded in 1931 that runs a gallery on Catharine Street. It holds shows, artist talks, a monthly book club, and workshops, and it offers memberships for artists and supporters.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group
Penn's independent student newspaper, run by students. It publishes campus news, opinion, sports, and features.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Upper North
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Upper North part of the city, David Cohen Ogontz Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program
A free weekly open mic night at Drexel's Creese Commuter Lounge, run by students in Drexel's music industry and arts management programs. Performers sign up for five-minute slots in music, comedy, poetry or monologues.
Last active date not known yet
Program 路 Lower Southwest
Eastwick Library is a Free Library of Philadelphia branch in the Lower Southwest part of the city, with free programs, classes and events for kids, teens and adults. Check the branch for its current calendar.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group
A Christian journal run by Penn students that shares faith reflections and personal stories. It puts out a print issue twice a year and posts articles, videos, and podcasts online.
Last seen active: May 2026
Nonprofit 路 Central
A Philadelphia nonprofit for teen girls, especially girls of color in urban areas. It runs eight week programs in personal development, job readiness and podcasting, and keeps an alumnae network.
Last seen active: November 2021
Student group
Penn's spoken word and slam poetry group, founded in 2001. Members write and perform poems built on personal stories and help one another find their voice on stage.
Last active date not known yet
Student group
A student publication at Penn for writers and artists who care about feminism, intersectionality, and social justice. It puts out print issues twice a year and posts on its blog.
Last seen active: October 2025
Program 路 Lower Northwest
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Lower Northwest part of the city, Falls of Schuykill Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 River Wards
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the River Wards part of the city, Fishtown Community Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Central Northeast
Fox Chase Library is one of the Free Library branches in the Central Northeast part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit
A print magazine, published twice a year, that features emerging photographers, writers and artists from Philadelphia and greater Pennsylvania. Local artists can submit work for an issue.
Last seen active: September 2026
Program 路 Lower Northeast
Frankford Library is one of the Free Library branches in the Lower Northeast part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program
Places volunteers at library branches as computer tutors for older adults, English conversation group facilitators, and after school program leaders for teens.
Last active date not known yet
Friends group 路 Central
An independent nonprofit that backs the city's Free Library through neighborhood volunteer groups at its branches. It also runs the Book Corner, a shop for new, rare and used books.
Last active date not known yet
Friends group 路 Central
Volunteers who raise money, speak up for, and build community around the Independence Branch Library at 18 South 7th Street.
Last seen active: September 2023
Friends group 路 Central
Volunteers who keep the library open at Laura W. Waring Elementary School, a school for grades K to 8 on Green Street. The library reopened for students in 2022 after more than ten years closed.
Last active date not known yet
Program 路 South
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the South part of the city, Fumo Family Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Upper Northwest
The community radio station for Germantown, on the air as G-Town Radio at 92.9 FM (WGGT-LP). It airs local music and talk shows, posts podcasts, and runs an artist residency with public gatherings.
Last seen active: August 2026
Program 路 Upper North
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Upper North part of the city, Greater Olney Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group
A student group that publishes neuroscience writing for students of every major. Members write articles and research pieces, and the group makes free podcasts with Penn faculty.
Last seen active: August 2026
Program 路 West
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the West part of the city, Haddington Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Club 路 River Wards
A Philadelphia book club run by its own nonprofit. It hosts author talks, book events, dinners and essay club nights, but its website does not post regular meeting dates or a book list.
Last seen active: February 2026
Program 路 West
Haverford Library is one of the Free Library branches in the West part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 River Wards
A nonprofit independent publisher and community bookstore on Frankford Avenue. It runs a writing group, a poetry book club, author events and readings, and it lets community groups book its lower-level workshop for free.
Last seen active: September 2026
Nonprofit 路 Lower North
A North Philadelphia community organization that cares for the Fair Hill burial ground, a historic Quaker site that holds the graves of abolitionists and early women's rights leaders. It also runs reading, garden, and tree-planting programs and community events.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 North Delaware
Holmesburg Library is one of the Free Library branches in the North Delaware part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit
A nonprofit record label that helps emerging artists record and release music. It runs studio time, community recording jams for solo artists, and a spoken word recording program.
Last seen active: October 2023
Nonprofit 路 Lower Northeast
An adult literacy center that supports immigrants' inclusion in American society. It teaches English and basic computer use, and it takes volunteer tutors and new students through a phone line and online forms.
Last seen active: September 2025
Network or meetup 路 Online
An artist collective that shows artists' work through exhibitions and film screenings, runs creative writing workshops with immigrant communities, and collects stories from people through a share form.
Last active date not known yet
Program 路 Central
Independence Library is a Free Library of Philadelphia branch in the Central part of the city, with free programs, classes and events for kids, teens and adults. Check the branch for its current calendar.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program
A media organization that makes news, films and podcasts with a focus on Black and Latin American communities. Its news sections are in English, Spanish and Portuguese, and community members can pitch story ideas.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Upper Northwest
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library is a Free Library of Philadelphia branch in the Upper Northwest part of the city, with free programs, classes and events for kids, teens and adults. Check the branch for its current calendar.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Lower Far Northeast
Katharine Drexel Library is one of the Free Library branches in the Lower Far Northeast part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Lower North
Kensington Library is a Free Library of Philadelphia branch in the Lower North part of the city, with free programs, classes and events for kids, teens and adults. Check the branch for its current calendar.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 University Southwest
Kingsessing Library is one of the Free Library branches in the University Southwest part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Lower Northeast
Lawncrest Library is a Free Library of Philadelphia branch in the Lower Northeast part of the city, with free programs, classes and events for kids, teens and adults. Check the branch for its current calendar.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Central
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Central part of the city, Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 North
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the North part of the city, Lillian Marrero Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 West Park
Helps independent authors and readers. It runs a yearly indie author book fair, offers free masterclasses, and gives awards for independent books.
Last seen active: August 2026
Program 路 Upper North
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Upper North part of the city, Logan Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 University Southwest
A media and storytelling group whose Love Lab hosts public events on art, dialogue and AI education, and whose Poet's Press publishes poetry and commentary.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Upper Northwest
Lovett Memorial Library is a Free Library of Philadelphia branch in the Upper Northwest part of the city, with free programs, classes and events for kids, teens and adults. Check the branch for its current calendar.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 West
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library is a Free Library of Philadelphia branch in the West part of the city, with free programs, classes and events for kids, teens and adults. Check the branch for its current calendar.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 North
McPherson Square Library is one of the Free Library branches in the North part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 North
A North Philadelphia nonprofit with early learning and after-school programs, adult tutoring, and a meals program. Volunteers can tutor adults or help with Mercy Meals.
Last active date not known yet
Nonprofit 路 Lower North
A free nonprofit that helps Philadelphia kids get better at writing. Volunteers help with homework at its after-school Academy, mentor one young writer over time, or help with food and diaper distribution.
Last active date not known yet
Nonprofit 路 Central
A small nonprofit that runs discussion groups on big books and ideas from philosophy, literature, and history. Each group has up to eight people who pick topics together.
Last active date not known yet
Nonprofit 路 Central
A Philadelphia arts nonprofit founded in 1981 that focuses on literature. It runs about 100 programs a year, mostly poetry readings, and publishes books through Moonstone Press. Some events are free.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group
A student-run film and media publication at Penn that writes criticism of popular movies and culture. Members write reviews and features, and the club holds member screenings and open weekly meetings.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Central
A youth group in Philadelphia that runs workshops and mentoring for kids and teens ages 10 to 17. Workshops cover essay and creative writing, creative performance, college and career exploration, and high school readiness.
Last seen active: December 2025
Nonprofit 路 Upper Northwest
A nonprofit that works to lift up underserved communities through education, literacy, the creative arts and youth development. It hosts fundraisers, outreach events and seminars, and it takes volunteers.
Last active date not known yet
Program 路 North
Nicetown-Tioga Library is a Free Library of Philadelphia branch in the North part of the city, with free programs, classes and events for kids, teens and adults. Check the branch for its current calendar.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Central Northeast
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Central Northeast part of the city, Northeast Regional Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Upper North
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Upper North part of the city, Oak Lane Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 West Park
Overbrook Park Library is one of the Free Library branches in the West Park part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Faith community 路 Upper North
A Presbyterian church on Stenton Avenue with Sunday worship in person and online, a weekday morning adult program called Literacy ED, and a Wednesday prayer time.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Central
Parkway Central Library is a Free Library of Philadelphia branch in the Central part of the city, with free programs, classes and events for kids, teens and adults. Check the branch for its current calendar.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Lower Southwest
Paschalville Library is one of the Free Library branches in the Lower Southwest part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group
Penn's student-run journal of original undergraduate history research, which publishes twice a year.
Last seen active: January 2023
Student group
Penn students who tutor second and third graders one on one at West Philadelphia elementary schools. The group uses a set reading curriculum to build reading skills.
Last active date not known yet
Student group
Penn's literary magazine, founded in 1951. It publishes poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and art twice a year in print and online, and staff members read submissions and help make each issue.
Last active date not known yet
Nonprofit 路 Central
A group working to make Pennsylvania's fiber and textile trade fairer and more sustainable. It connects fiber growers, makers and businesses, runs a book club, and hosts the Philly Fiber Fest.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group 路 University Southwest
A student newspaper that reports on the University of Pennsylvania campus, with sections for news, opinion, arts, sports, data, and podcasts. Students can write, edit, or design for it.
Last seen active: May 2026
Program 路 Central
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Central part of the city, Philadelphia City Institute Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 South
A nonprofit that publishes a free literary magazine every quarter and runs writing masterclasses, contests and readings for writers and readers in the Philadelphia area.
Last seen active: May 2026
Student group 路 Central
A coalition of student-run newsrooms from Philadelphia colleges. It shares resources and mentoring across campuses and helps students move toward professional journalism.
Last seen active: February 2026
Nonprofit 路 Central
A nonprofit that brings playwriting to young people through classes, school programs and a yearly playwriting festival. It also stages showcases and productions of young writers' work.
Last seen active: June 2026
Program
A City of Philadelphia early reading program. Volunteers sit one on one with a student in grades K to 3 during after school sessions at city out of school time programs.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Online
A Philadelphia youth development group. It runs a youth program with self-care, book club discussions and leadership, a monthly virtual book club, a feature that shares young people's stories, and trips abroad for teens.
Last seen active: April 2026
Nonprofit 路 Online
A Philadelphia group that helps writers develop new plays through classes, workshops, and a yearly new play conference.
Last seen active: October 2026
Club 路 Central
A membership collective of theatre people at 1714 Delancey Place. It runs public shows, comedy nights, open mics, readings and a gallery, and members produce some of the shows.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 South
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the South part of the city, Queen Memorial Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Lower North
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Lower North part of the city, Ramonita G. Rodriguez Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Upper Northwest
A local news group for Philadelphia neighborhoods. It sends free text updates in English and Spanish, runs a Germantown news site, and publishes G-Town Beat, a series of community briefings on topics like property rights.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 River Wards
Richmond Library is a Free Library of Philadelphia branch in the River Wards part of the city, with free programs, classes and events for kids, teens and adults. Check the branch for its current calendar.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Upper Northwest
A youth development group for Philadelphia young people ages 6 to 24. It offers tutoring and educational support, mentoring, and leadership workshops on creative expression, money habits, mental health, and civic life.
Last active date not known yet
Nonprofit 路 Central
A museum and library at 2008 to 2010 Delancey Place that keeps rare books and manuscripts, open for study and for visits to its galleries and programs.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Lower Northwest
Roxborough Library is a Free Library of Philadelphia branch in the Lower Northwest part of the city, with free programs, classes and events for kids, teens and adults. Check the branch for its current calendar.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit
A regional volunteer group based in King of Prussia that covers Philadelphia and three nearby counties. Its volunteers tutor and coach students online, read to young children, and help people understand Medicare plans.
Last seen active: January 2025
Nonprofit 路 University Southwest
A print shop and zine library in West Philadelphia with public open hours on Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Members use the presses, and the studio teaches printmaking, bookmaking, and zine making.
Last active date not known yet
Student group
Penn's group for student songwriters. Members write original songs together, perform as a group each semester, and meet weekly on Sundays to jam and workshop songs.
Last seen active: September 2026
Program 路 South
South Philadelphia Library is one of the Free Library branches in the South part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 University Southwest
A monthly open mic at the Kelly Writers House on Penn's campus. Anyone can sign up at the podium for a short slot and read poems, prose, or other short performances.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 Lower North
A Philadelphia nonprofit that helps school-age children build creative and expository writing skills through free writing programs, classroom visits, and workshops for teachers.
Last active date not known yet
Program 路 North Delaware
Tacony LAB (Library Arts Building) is one of the Free Library branches in the North Delaware part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Faith community 路 Central
A Jewish congregation at 300 South 18th Street in Center City. It holds Shabbat morning services in person and on Zoom, weekday morning minyanim, family and early childhood education, and adult learning classes.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit 路 University Southwest
A collective of dance writers that runs an online journal of dance reviews, interviews and essays. It also takes pitches from outside writers.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 South
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the South part of the city, Thomas Donatucci, Sr. Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Lower Far Northeast
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Lower Far Northeast part of the city, Torresdale Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group
Penn's large student economics society. It runs speaker series, coffee chats with professors, and academic talks, and its Almanac committee produces a magazine two times a year.
Last active date not known yet
Student group
Penn students who write appellate briefs from real cases and argue them at regional moot court competitions. Members practice writing, reasoning, and quick thinking.
Last active date not known yet
Student group
A student-run magazine at Penn that makes free issues for young readers. Writers, designers, and editors work together on each one.
Last active date not known yet
Nonprofit 路 West Park
A nonprofit formed in 2022 to support street artists and graffiti writers. It runs STEP OUTSIDE, a live street art exhibition program, publishes Priority Mag and Sticker Movie the Zine, and holds a monthly drawing meetup called Return to Sender.
Last active date not known yet
Program 路 Upper North
Wadsworth Library is one of the Free Library branches in the Upper North part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group
A student-run fashion magazine at Penn, started in 2006. Staff work across editorial, design, photography, video, styling, and marketing teams.
Last active date not known yet
Program 路 University Southwest
Walnut Street West Library is a Free Library of Philadelphia branch in the University Southwest part of the city, with free programs, classes and events for kids, teens and adults. Check the branch for its current calendar.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Lower Far Northeast
Welsh Road Library is one of the Free Library branches in the Lower Far Northeast part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Upper North
West Oak Lane Library is one of the Free Library branches in the Upper North part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 South
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the South part of the city, Whitman Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Lower North
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the Lower North part of the city, Widener Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Club
A group of Philadelphia-area authors who meet to talk through each other's work. It has met monthly since 1985 and is the parent group behind the New Door Books literary press.
Last active date not known yet
Program 路 University Southwest
Drexel University's literary arts program for students, alumni and neighbors. It runs a monthly writing workshop, free readings, a writing course and community storytelling projects, and everything it does is free and open to all.
Last active date not known yet
Program 路 West Park
A neighborhood branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia in the West Park part of the city, Wynnefield Library is a place for free books, computers and library programs for every age.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 North
Wyoming Library is one of the Free Library branches in the North part of the city, where neighbors find free programs and events as well as books and internet access.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program 路 Lower Southwest
A nonprofit offering online study help for the GED, HiSET, and TABE tests, plus literacy, math, digital skills, and job readiness courses. The classes are open to adults across the country who did not finish high school or have low reading skills, and they run online at any hour.
Last active date not known yet
Includes: book clubs, writing groups, poetry, zines, small presses and community media, reading and literacy tutoring, books for people in prison, library programs and friends of the library.