Happy Presidents’ Day, neighbors.

It’s going to be another cold winter week. Luckily, all of the listed events for this week are indoors.

Check it out below.

Free Activities & Events

Feb. 19

Hub4Health resource fair hosted by Esperanza Health Center at the CORE (3222 H St.) from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. There will be free food, clothes, housing resources and more.
PGW conservation workshop at NKCDC (2771 Ruth St.) from 2 to 4 p.m. Attendees will learn how to save money on utility bills, what programs are available and more. Go here to register and learn more.

Feb. 20

Author conversation at H&H Books from 7 to 8 p.m. Writer and photographer Erika Morillo and local artist Irit Reinheimer will discuss Morillo’s memoir, “Mother Archive.” Go here to register and learn more.

Feb. 22

“Save + Sort” volunteer day at The Resource Exchange (1800 N. American St.) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees will help collect and repurpose items and materials for creative projects. Go here to register and learn more.

Feb. 23

Storytime with Ms. AJ hosted by H&H Books from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Child educator Adrienne Barnett (Ms. AJ) will read books to celebrate Black History Month and the Lunar New Year. The stories will include “Hair Love” by Matthew Cherry, “Amy Wu and the Lantern Festival” by Kat Zhang and more. Go here to register and learn more.
Real estate seminar for first-time homebuyers at 1516 N. 5th St. from 1 to 3 p.m. Attendees will learn how to secure a mortgage, navigate the real estate market and more. Go here to register.

Weekly Events

Tuesdays

Free guitar lessons for teens hosted by Rock to the Future at The CORE (3222 H St.) at 6:30 p.m. This 8-week will take place every Tuesday from March 4 to April 29. Go here to register and learn more.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

Free Afterschool Program hosted by CADEkids at Mother of Mercy House (720 E Allegheny Ave.) from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. The program is for youth ages eight to 14, and includes games, snacks and other activities. Go here to register and learn more.

Wednesdays

Free Yoga Classes hosted by Yoga 4 Philly at The CORE (3222 H St.) at 5:30 p.m. Free childcare will be provided.

Friends of McPherson meets every first Tuesday from 6 to 7 p.m. at McPherson Square Library at 601 E. Indiana Ave. Contact chalmerst@freelibrary.org for more information.
Harrowgate Civic Association meets every first Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Heitzman Recreation Center at 3631 Amber St. Contact harrowgatecivicassociation@gmail.com for more information.
Kensington Independent Civic Association (KICA) meets every third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Harrowgate PAL Center at 851 E. Tioga St.
Port Richmond Neighborhood Action (PRNA) meets every third Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Block Church, 2537 E. Monmouth St. For more information, email portrichmondna@gmail.com. *There are no monthly PRNA meetings in January, November or December
Somerset Neighbors For Better Living meets every first Monday of the month (except holidays, when it meets the following Monday) online via Zoom. Contact phillysnbl@gmail.com.
South Port Richmond Civic Association meets every second Wednesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Veteran Boxers Association Ring at 2733 E. Clearfield Street. Click here for more information.

Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia has started its (CSFP) 2025-2026 round of Pre-K-8th grade scholarships. These grants fund Philadelphia families up to $3,350 to help them choose the right school for their children, regardless of zip code or income. The deadline to apply for this year is March 1. Go here to apply and learn more.

Cantina La Martina is hiring for Front of House Staff. To apply, send a resume to cantina@cantinalamartinaphilly.com.
Norris Square Neighborhood Project (NSNP) is hiring for multiple positions, including Semillas Futuro Instructor and Development Manager. To learn more about the organization, visit NSNP’s website.

Energy Coordinating Agency is offering to lead energy efficiency workshops for community organizations to help residents save money on utility bills this winter. The ECA will provide an instructor and free weatherization kits for every workshop attendee. To schedule a workshop, call Tracey Mathis at 215-939-0275 or email traceym@ecasys.org.
Esperanza Health Center offers free pregnancy testing at its Kensington(861 E. Allegheny Ave.) and Hunting Park(4417 N. 6 St.) clinics Monday through Friday from 9:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome and no insurance is needed.