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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, May 28, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional 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

Wed, May 28, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

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Movie Matinee

Wed, May 28, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Join us for a screening of a newly released film in our downstairs meeting room. Please contact the library for movie titles (215-685-6621).

COVID Resources at the Library

Wed, May 28, 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…

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Health Programs

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Sew What?! HEIM CENTER Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Wed, May 28, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Art Department 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…

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Sew What?! in the HEIM CENTER Sewcial-Needle Crafts

Wed, May 28, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement at Parkway Central Library

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Writing Wednesdays: Snail Mail Letters

Wed, May 28, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Welsh Road Library

Join us every Wednesday from 2-4 PM as we encourage the lost art of letter writing. Practice your penmanship, enjoy a soothing, meditative hobby, or gain a new pen pal & brighten someone's mailbox with a handwritten letter. Supplies will be offered. All ages welcome!

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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, May 28, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Haverford Library

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Career Workshops

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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, May 28, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Bustleton Library

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Career Workshops

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English Conversation Class

Wed, May 28, 2025 3:00 P.M.
Fox Chase Library

This informal group is for mid-level beginner to intermediate learners to gain more confidence in speaking English. No judgement conversation class! Taught by Mr. Kamili. Children are welcome with parents!

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Discussion and Participation

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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+

Wed, May 28, 2025 3:00 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.

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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+

Wed, May 28, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library

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Discussion and Participation

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A Taste of African Heritage

Wed, May 28, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Let's chat and learn about nutrition, and taste traditional African dishes together. This program has been developed by Oldways and is led by a Jefferson-Einstein Nutrition Educator. No registration is needed but space will be limited to 20 participants. For all ages. We will meet…

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PMC Shares Workshop: Threats to the Independence of PA's Judiciary

Wed, May 28, 2025 5:30 P.M.
Virtual

The independence of our Judiciary, the third branch of government, is crucial to the continuance of our democracy. There are various threats and challenges to this important instution. This will be a conversation about these threats, and how concerned Pennsylvanians can take action to defend…

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Squid Dissection with the Center for Aquatic Sciences

Wed, May 28, 2025 6:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness at Parkway Central Library

Take a deep dive into the world of aquatic invertebrates as we explore the characteristics of these strange animals and examine one up close. For every 2 students the dissection will include 1 squid and a set of tools. This program is free and open to the public yet space is limited. …

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Basic English Literacy

Thu, May 29, 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…

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Workshops and Enrichment

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English as a Second Language

Thu, May 29, 2025 10:00 A.M.
Wyoming Library

Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) prep classes beginning 3/25/25. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 3/18 and 3/20/25. …

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Applying to Online Jobs

Thu, May 29, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Haverford Library

This class will cover how to make an Indeed account and apply to jobs online, as well as how to find job opportunities on company websites. Bringing your own laptop is recommended but not required.

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FULL Computer Skills for Beginners

Thu, May 29, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library

** Class is full and not accepting new students. Please call the number below to be placed on the waitlist or find an alternate class location. ** 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…