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English as a Second Language
Mon, December 22, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 9/22 and 9/24. Up to 15 individuals can…
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Japanese Conversation Group- Beginner
Mon, December 22, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Build your confidence in speaking Japanese while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for beginning Japanese learners and is led by Free Library volunteer Stephanie. The classes will take place on the Ground floor in BRIC…
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Read, Baby, Read Storytime!
Mon, December 22, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Join Miss Liz for Read, Baby, Read storytime on Monday mornings at 11:30am. Stay after storytime for playtime! Intended for babies and toddlers ages 0-2, but all are welcome. In the colder months this event will be held indoors on the library's 3rd floor, accessible…
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Christmas Storytime
Mon, December 22, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Listen to stories about Santa Claus, snow and the magic of Christmas! Children will receive a small take-home snack at the end. This program is for families with young and school age children. Encore at 4:30 PM
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Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, December 22, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-868-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Adult Basic Literacy classes at Kingsessing…
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Winterfest Celebration & Coat Giveaway
Mon, December 22, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Celebrate the holidays with us! We’ll make fun holiday ornaments, decorate sugar cookies, play games, and drink hot chocolate! We will also be giving away coats, as long as supplies last.
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Mr. Bey’s Builders Club
Mon, December 22, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Want to build something amazing? Want to learn how to create with cardboard? Come learn with LEAP how to build a house with running water and lights using cardboard? Come find out on Thursdays at 3:30 pm! This program is geared towards school aged children and teens!
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LEAP Teen and Tween Book Club!
Mon, December 22, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Holmesburg Library
A welcoming, low-stress book group for grades 4–8. Bring a snack, read at an easy pace, and enjoy time with friends. We’ll begin with Hoot by Carl Hiaasen and watch the movie after completing the book. Copies are available to borrow from the library.
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Christmas Storytime
Mon, December 22, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Listen to stories about Santa Claus, snow and the magic of Christmas! Children will receive a small take-home snack at the end. This program is for families with young and school age children.
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English Conversation Group - Mixed Level
Mon, December 22, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
No registration required, all are welcome. Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. This group is for speakers of all levels. Questions? Email AdultLearning@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-8664.
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Twilight Tales Family Story Time
Mon, December 22, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join us every Monday at the library for an interactive storytime that includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family! Program is intended for children aged 2 to 5 years old and their families!
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Stitch Craft
Mon, December 22, 2025
5:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Folks of all ages who knit, sew, crochet, weave, or stitch are welcome to bring their projects and join us to work on them in the company of other crafty people! Some materials and assistance may be provided based on availability.
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Yoga
Mon, December 22, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Richmond Library
Transition into your evening with an all-levels yoga flow led by Mishana Yoga & Wellness. Please bring a yoga mat if possible.
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Advanced English Conversation Group
Mon, December 22, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
We host a weekly conversation table for advanced English Language learners. Our informal group talks and learns together emphasizing casual conversation, idiomatic expression, and often, humor. We will meet most Mondays from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.on the 2nd floor. Adults are welcome to join us.
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Community Storytime Adventures
Tue, December 23, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Come dance, wiggle, read aloud, and have tons for fun! for kids under 7 and their caregivers. Call/e-mail Ms. Kate at 215-685-2766 or GoodmanK@freelibrary.org to register larger groups or request visits at your center.
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Intermediate ESL
Tue, December 23, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Independence Library
Join us as we read about and talk about a variety of topics, including current events, American cultural issues, English grammar, current American expressions, etc. - all with the goal of improving participants' proficiency in spoken and written English. Each week participants…
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Baby & Toddler Storytime & Free Play
Tue, December 23, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for books, songs, and dancing! Then stick around for free play with toys! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers.
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Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Tue, December 23, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-686-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Please note this class will be taking place in the upstairs…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Tue, December 23, 2025
12:15 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Margie. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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Teen's Space
Tue, December 23, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Bored after school? Need a quiet space to do homework? Want to play board games or relax? Teen's Space will be the weekly club for teens to hang out at the library! Program will be held in the Community Room.