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Fiber Arts
Tue, August 26, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Stop by the library and bring a portable craft project (knitting, crochet, hand-sewing, embroidery, etc) that you are working on. Don't know how, but want to learn to hand-craft from others who are passionate about their work? Stop in to watch and learn some basics. This program is…
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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Tue, August 26, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Widener Library
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®…
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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Tue, August 26, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
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®…
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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Tue, August 26, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Holmesburg Library
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®…
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*Full Class* Computer Skills for Beginners
Tue, August 26, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Need computer help? Take a free digital skills workshop at the Library! Learn how to use a computer, get online, and more. Training provided by Beyond Literacy. Please call to register at 215-474-1235.
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Tue, August 26, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Independence 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 Stan. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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English Class - Mixed Level
Tue, August 26, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
This informal group is for mid-level beginner to intermediate learners and will cover vocabulary building, pronounciation, phrases, idioms, and basic grammar. Taught by IndoChinese American Council. Classes open to all, for more information please contact Dan O’Neill at…
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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Tue, August 26, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Widener Library
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®…
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Chess Club for Adults
Tue, August 26, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Chess Club for Adults Join us on Tuesdays in the Humanities Department on the 2nd floor for an evening of chess from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM, with exceptions to holidays and early closures. Use one of our sets or bring your own. Participants should have basic knowledge of…
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(Bird) Feet are Neat!
Tue, August 26, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Have you ever wondered why don’t all birds have the same kind of feet? Join us as we explore the amazing world of bird foot adaptations! In this hands-on program, kids will discover how birds have different types of feet specially designed for where they live and what they eat. From…
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Family Movie Night: Piece by Piece
Tue, August 26, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Take a break and come join us in our newly remodeled, air-conditioned Community Room for a family-friendly movie night! We'll provide the snacks, seats, and movie- all we need is YOU!
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Chess Club
Tue, August 26, 2025
4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Learn to play chess or improve your game! All ages and skill levels welcome.
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W.E.B. Du Bois Reading Group
Tue, August 26, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
W.E.B. Du Bois, one of the leading intellectuals of his era was a revolutionary and a visionary who challenged his contemporaries and the status quo with his thoughts on race, racial inequality, empowerment, civil rights, and more. Join the W.E.B. Du Bois Reading Group as we read, explore…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Tue, August 26, 2025
4:45 P.M.
Kingsessing 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 Ayanna. Questions? Email AdultLearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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Adult Summer Scares Book Club
Tue, August 26, 2025
5:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Horror stories aren’t just for Halloween! Join us to discuss the book “Reprieve” by James Han Mattson and hear a haunted history talk from the folks at Grim Philly. Attend without doing the reading, if you dare, but BEWARE OF SPOILERS!!!
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Yarntastic Crochet and Knit Club
Tue, August 26, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library
BYOY (Bring your own yarn) and projects to work on together. This is not an organized class and all ages and skills are welcome. Meets from 5:00 to about 7:00 p.m.
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Chess Club
Tue, August 26, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library
All ages and skill levels are welcome, boards and clocks are provided. Join us for a 30minute lecture from Coach Chris followed by free-play to practice, learn or prepare for one of our upcoming tournaments. Questions? Email RoxboroughChessClub@gmail.com Meets most…
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Community Crafting
Tue, August 26, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Come join us to work on a craft project or start a new one whilke you chat with fellow crafters. We also have supplies and books to help you learn something new!
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Fall Birding in Chestnut Hill and Beyond
Tue, August 26, 2025
5:15 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Join us and learn all about the Fall migration patterns of birds in the Philadelphia area. Explore all there is to know about birding as a hobby, and how you can come to identify the variety of birds in your own backyard. This informational program will be led by Tony Croasdale, an experienced…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Tue, August 26, 2025
5:15 P.M.
Northeast Regional 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 staff.