David Cohen Ogontz Branch Library

Wellness Wednesday: Want to learn more about beans and rice? We are partnering with Einstein's A Better Start F.U.N. educators to offer a POP-UP A TASTE OF AFRICAN HERTIAGE NUTRITION & COOKING CLASS next week! This virtual class will feature a Beans & Rice lesson, discussion, interactive activities, and a cooking demonstration of Jollof Rice! There are 2 lesson times to choose. Click here to sign up and receive an email invitation to join the class via Zoom, or Click here to... join at the time of the class if you prefer not to pre-register. *Register by March 3rd for the option to "cook-along" using some recipe ingredients available for pick-up at neighborhood libraries!* See more

Explore the history of the NJ Pine Barrens with the Philadelphia Book Club: Join us at 7:00 p.m. March 3rd, 2021 Zoom Link:... https://us02web.zoom.us//tZ0scuCsrDIuG92ML_nR6tcgzrgkS23Xj ID: 89159429419 password: 260529

Join Mx. Kate for a Black History Month E-Resources Scavenger Hunt! Fridays at 1pm, Mx Kate will present a Free Library database for kids! The goal of this prog...ram is to instruct school aged children on how to use library's electronic resources to research figures from Black History. Week four question: How/where can I find ebooks about Bayard Rustin, a gay black man and civil rights activist? See more

Sign up today to join our virtual A Taste of African Heritage (ATOAH) pop-up class, brought to you by Einstein's A Better Start F.U.N. program and your local libraries! This is a special pop-up nutrition & cooking class for adults featuring a Beans & Rice lesson, discussion, interactive activities, and a cooking demonstration of Jollof Rice! Click here to sign up and receive an email invitation to join the class via Zoom. *Register before March 3rd for the option to "cook-along" with us using recipe ingredients available for pick-up at neighborhood libraries!* Check out our flyer for more information & the link to join, or email [email protected] with any questions.

Wellness Wednesday It’s Wellness Wednesday! Einstein's F.U.N. SNAP-Ed nutrition educators are celebrating Heart Health month with heart healthy tips. This week, we are focusing on seasonal produce. Buying fruits and vegetables in season is cheaper and even more delicious! #PASNAPED #EatTogetherPA Check out our list of fruits and vegetables that are in season and available this winter in our area, and try this delicious Sweet Potato Chili recipe! Great for making ahead and f...reezing for later. What's your favorite winter fruit or veggie? Share in the comments!

The health and safety of our staff and patrons is our utmost priority. In the interest of limiting the impact and spread of COVID-19, all Free Library buildings will be closed to the public starting Friday, November 20. While our buildings remain closed, some branches may resume offering contactless materials pickup and returns on November 30, subject to Philadelphia Department of Health guidance. In the meantime, many programs are proceeding virtually and our award-winning digital resources are available 24/7.

It’s Wellness Wednesday! Einstein's F.U.N. SNAP-Ed nutrition educators are celebrating Heart Health month with heart healthy tips. This week, we are focusing on seasonal produce. Buying fruits and vegetables in season is cheaper and even more delicious! #PASNAPED #EatTogetherPA Check out our list of fruits and vegetables that are in season and available this winter in our area, and try this delicious Sweet Potato Chili recipe! Great for making ahead and freezing for later. What's your favorite winter fruit or veggie? Share in the comments!

All Free Library of Philadelphia agencies are closed tomorrow, Tuesday, 2.2.2021, due to the snow! Olney Library will not be open for materials pickup. Stay safe and warm!

Reading group continues: Puritan Boston and Quaker Philadelphia Wednesday evening (7:00 p.m.) on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZ0scuCsrDIuG92ML_nR6tcgzrgkS23Xj... ID: 89159429419 Password: 260529

Learn about the life & works of Phillis Wheatley, the first African-American woman to publish a book of poetry! Come hear some of her poetry read aloud! We'll also make a quill pen, just like she would of used! You can pick up your own quill pen-making kit at Joseph E. Coleman NW Regional Library or at the David Cohen Ogontz Library between January 27th and February 5th. Email Ms. Alyson at [email protected] or Mr. Thomas at [email protected] to set up a pickup time and get the Zoom link for the program on Monday, February 8th at 3:30 p.m..

Wellness Wednesday: It’s Wellness Wednesday! This week, Einstein’s F.U.N. SNAP-Ed nutrition educators are featuring information on stretching your food dollar. #PASNAPED #EatTogetherPA Keep scrolling for... ... Stretch Your Dollar Tips & a quick and easy bean recipe! Buying healthy and delicious food on a budget is possible, with a couple of planning and shopping strategies.

It’s Wellness Wednesday! This week, Einstein’s F.U.N. SNAP-Ed nutrition educators are featuring information on physical activity. Let's have fun with movement! #PASNAPED #EatTogetherPA Keep scrolling for... Physical Activity Tips & a quick and easy smoothie recipe!... Hydrate after physical activity with a smoothie featuring your favorite fruits and veggies, or water flavored with fresh or frozen fruit!

FYI- We'll be closed Monday, January 18th for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. day!

FREE VIRTUAL NUTRITION CLASSES -- HOSTED BY EINSTEIN'S A BETTER START & LOCAL LIBRARY PARTNERS! SIGN UP TODAY!

Einstein Hospital Wellness Wednesday Nutrition Tips!

Free Library buildings are closing at 4:00 p.m. today, October 27. Normal hours will resume on Wednesday.

Wellness Wednesday from Einstein Hospital Nutrition Program!

It's Wellness Wednesday!

Wellness Wednesday Nutrition program with Einstein Hospital

Germs are NOT for Sharing Thursday, October 15th 3:00-3:45 p.m. VIRTUAL EVENT ON ZOOM ZOOM ADDRESS 916 786 9408 PASS CODE: 08070605 ... Join by phone at: (646) 558-8656 See more

Philadelphia Book Club Wednesday's 7:00-8:00 p.m. Join an friendly book club as we read a historical biography about one of the early pioneers of the city.

Einstein Hospital Wellness Wednesday Snacks - Popcorn

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EINSTEIN'S NUTRITION PROGRAM

JOIN US FOR A FREE VIRTUAL NUTRITION CHAT! TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH AT 1:00 P.M. ALONG WITH THE FOLKS FROM THE JOSEPH E. COLEMAN REGIONAL LIBRARY! THIS NUTRITION CHAT IS PROVIDED AND HOSTED BY EINSTEIN'S F.U.N. SNAP-ED PROGRAM AND THE DAVID COHEN OGONTZ LIBRARY... SIGN UP TODAY BY EMAILING: [email protected] TO REGISTER! SEE YOU THEN!