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Intermediate ESL
Tue, January 6, 2026
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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Headshot Photos
Tue, January 6, 2026
1:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Get a free headshot photo taken at the library! Headshots are great for enhancing your professional portfolio or LinkdIn profile. No appointments are needed. The last person will be taken 10 minutes before the program's end (today that's by 2:50 p.m.). …
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Tue, January 6, 2026
5:45 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
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 Elizabeth. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
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English as a Second Language
Wed, January 7, 2026
10:00 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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First Wednesdays with the Rare Book Department - The Daily Tour
Wed, January 7, 2026
5:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join the Rare Book Department for extended evening hours on the first Wednesday of every month. The Department will be open until 7 p.m. and staff will be offering tours, pop-up programs, and sneak-peaks. January's event will feature an evening edition of our Daily Tour , starting at…
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Or Not to Be: Curator-Led Tour
Thu, January 8, 2026
10:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
The Free Library’s exhibition, Or Not to Be: Representations of Death in Special Collections , is inspired by Shakespeare’s famed “To be, or not to be” soliloquy in Hamlet, and looks at death from a wide variety of cultural perspectives.…
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LCD Free Info Session : Wills and Estate Planning
Thu, January 8, 2026
12:00 P.M.
Social Science and History Department
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Parkway Central Library
Heim Center Room 131/132 The Legal Clinic for the Disabled will host an informative session on life planning documents, including financial and health care powers of attorney, living wills, and simple wills. Whether you’re just starting to think about future planning or want to better…
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Headshots at the BRIC!
Thu, January 8, 2026
1:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
Get a FREE headshot photo taken at the Business Resource and Innovation Center! Headshots are a unique service for entrepreneurs, nonprofit professionals, job seekers, and more. Use your photo to enhance your professional portfolio and make your LinkedIn profile stand out among the…
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Animal Tales with the Philadelphia Zoo
Thu, January 8, 2026
4:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Each month, Charles L. Durham Library will be hosting the Philadelphia Zoo! Come listen to a story read by the librarian. Then, meet an animal from the story and discover and learn more about the animal with knowledgeable educators of the Philadelphia Zoo. Come by every month to see which animal…
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Dance Together: Creative Movement Class
Fri, January 9, 2026
10:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Discover the joy of ballet with The Philadelphia Dance Academy ! This monthly series incorporates music, imagination, ballet vocabulary, and movement to introduce participants to the structure of dance class. This free program is recommended for children ages 2-4. This program series will…
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Or Not to Be: Curator-Led Tour
Sat, January 10, 2026
2:00 P.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
The Free Library’s exhibition, Or Not to Be: Representations of Death in Special Collections , is inspired by Shakespeare’s famed “To be, or not to be” soliloquy in Hamlet, and looks at death from a wide variety of cultural perspectives.…
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English as a Second Language
Mon, January 12, 2026
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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State Representative Ben Waxman Mobile Office
Mon, January 12, 2026
11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
State Representative Ben Waxman will be offering mobile office hours in South Philly! Every 2nd Monday from 11a-3p, you can find them at Santore Library. Rep. Waxman's staff can assist with a number of government programs, including: SEPTA Senior Key…
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Altered Consciousness: A Film Series with EPR
Mon, January 12, 2026
5:30 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us in the Montgomery Auditorium at Parkway Central Library for the next installation in this film series! This series will feature screenings and discussions of movies that explore the theme of altered consciousness: hallucinations, dreams, memory. Screenings will take place monthly…
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Intermediate ESL
Tue, January 13, 2026
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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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Tue, January 13, 2026
5:45 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
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 Elizabeth. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
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English as a Second Language
Wed, January 14, 2026
10:00 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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MBAT Open Office Hours
Thu, January 15, 2026
2:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
The City of Philadelphia's Mayor's Business Action Team (MBAT) is here to answer your business questions! MBAT is the one-stop shop for Philadelphia business owners and entrepreneurs. We're partnering up to host office hours with Business Services Managers. They are the…
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Chair Yoga with Lindsey
Fri, January 16, 2026
3:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Taught by Lindsey Gill, certified yoga instructor, Chair Yoga uses a chair instead of a mat to make yoga more accessible for those with knee and wrist limitations. Please wear comfortable clothing and prepare to have fun! No Registration Required! Bi-Weekly starting Friday Nov. 7th
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Shabbat Sing Along with Folkshul
Sat, January 17, 2026
10:30 A.M.
Fox Chase Library
Shabbat Sing Along with Folkshul Sept 20th, Oct 18th, Nov 15th, Dec 20th, Jan 17th Featuring favorite sing-along songs, instrument exploration, and movement activities to celebrate Shabbat, upcoming holidays, and the season. Designed for families with children ages 2-5 but all are welcome!