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Rare Books Roadshow

Wed, March 5, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection at Parkway Central Library

While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…

Workshops and Enrichment

I Wish to Say: Write a Postcard to the President

Wed, March 5, 2025 12:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

On the day after the first State of the Union address, dictate your messages to the U.S. president in the lobby of Parkway Central from noon to 2 PM. This free, all ages public program will be led by Sheryl Oring, whose work is currently featured in the “Secretary to the People”…

English for Beginners

Wed, March 5, 2025 1:00 P.M.
Independence Library

Build your confidence in listening to and speaking English in a welcoming atmosphere with other adult learners. No registration required, all are welcome. Space is limited so please arrive on time to get a spot. Questions? Speak to a librarian, email AdultLearning@freelibrary.org, or call…

Adult
Senior

Beginner English

Wed, March 5, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library

Mondays and Wednesdays 2-3:30 pm (February 3 - April 21, 2025) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by UPenn graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners. Sign up for the interest list at…

Adult
Senior

COVID Resources at the Library

Wed, March 5, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Please stop by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH) information table to learn about resources available to you, such as testing, vaccination, information about mental health care, housing or other needs. Pick up a free mask or take-home test kit. PDPH outreach staff…

Health Programs

Sew What?! HEIM CENTER Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Wed, March 5, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness at Parkway Central Library

Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Wednesdays from 2-4:30 pm in the…

Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for one-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with résumé development, career counseling, and professional development workshops. Call 1-833-750-5627 to learn more! PA CareerLink®…

Adult
Senior

Career Workshops

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, March 5, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Adult
Senior

Career Workshops

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, March 5, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Adult
Senior

Career Workshops

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, March 5, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Haverford Library

Adult
Senior

Career Workshops

English Conversation Group - Intermediate+

Wed, March 5, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore 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 volunteers Robin and Ted. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…

Adult
Senior

Discussion and Participation

VIRTUAL Office Hours: Penn Law Intellectual Property Clinic

Wed, March 5, 2025 4:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library

Have a question to ask a legal professional about patents, trademarks, copyrights or trade secrets? Entrepreneurs, nonprofit directors, artists and inventors: you can reserve an appointment to attend free consultations with the University of Pennsylvania Law School…

Adult

Business

English Conversation Group - Intermediate+

Wed, March 5, 2025 6:00 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 Natalia. The group will meet in HEIM 131/132 on the first floor.…

Adult
Senior

Basic English Literacy

Thu, March 6, 2025 10:00 A.M.
Southwest CDC, 6328 Paschall Avenue, 19142

Do you know an adult who wants to learn English and does not know how to read or write? The Free Library of Philadelphia is offering a FREE basic English literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills in English. For more information, call 215-686-8664 or email…

Adult
Senior

Workshops and Enrichment

Resource Table - Community Wellness

Thu, March 6, 2025 10:00 A.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Stop by the resource table from the Community Wellness Engagement Unit of the City of Philadelphia's Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Services (DBHIDS). See how they can help you, your family, or friends. 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

Adult
Senior

Edible Alphabet: Learn English Through Cooking

Thu, March 6, 2025 10:30 A.M.
Culinary Literacy Center at Parkway Central Library

Thursdays 10:30 am - 1:30 pm (February 20 - March 27, 2025) Adults are invited to this FREE class for English language learners. Each week we read, write, and speak in English - and cook a meal together. Register at www.bit.ly/EAEnglish Questions? Email us at …

Adult
Senior

Culinary Literacy

Rare Books Roadshow

Thu, March 6, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection at Parkway Central Library

Workshops and Enrichment

Rare Books Roadshow

Thu, March 6, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department at Parkway Central Library

Workshops and Enrichment