English Conversation Group

Tue, May 20, 2025 5:45 P.M.
Fishtown Community 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 Gleb. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…

Always Enough: A Global Food Memoir | Booktalk & Tasting Event

Tue, May 20, 2025 6:00 P.M.
Culinary Literacy Center at Parkway Central Library
Cost: FREE

FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW!  -  https://alwaysenoughbook.eventbrite.com In celebration of Philly's  World Heritage Week , we invite you to join us on Tue May 20 2025 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Parkway Central Library (4th Floor Conference Rooms) for an evening…

Tuesday Night Yoga

Tue, May 20, 2025 6:00 P.M.
Whitman Library

Join us for a free weekly yoga class taught by Anne-Marie Mulgrew, All levels welcome! Bring your own mat or use one of ours. Cleaning wipes for mats are also available. No need to register, just show up! This weekly class series will begin on October 1, 2024 and end on June 24, 2025.  

Trans By Trans Book Club | Bellies by Nicola Dinan

Tue, May 20, 2025 6:00 P.M.
Virtual

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for a virtual citywide book club for trans and nonbinary readers aged 25–45. Each month, we will be reading books written by trans and nonbinary authors and discussing trans imagination, writing craft, the art of creating our lives, and more. Free…

Jens Ludwig | Unforgiving Places

Tue, May 20, 2025 7:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Cost: Free

The Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation presents a community conversation Jens Ludwig | Unforgiving Places With Maiken Scott & David W. Brown What if everything we understood about gun violence was wrong? In 2007, economist Jens Ludwig moved to the South Side of Chicago to research two…

CPR Training Class

Wed, May 21, 2025 10:00 A.M.
Widener Library

Learn essential life-saving skills in this 2-hour non-certification CPR class at 10 am – 12 pm offered by OFCC Trainings. You will learn how to perform CPR and use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). A certification will not be granted upon class completion. Call Adrianna to…

Southwest Philly Job Fair

Wed, May 21, 2025 10:00 A.M.
Kingsessing Library

Join us at the Kingsessing Library for a fantastic opportunity to explore job openings from various employers. This in-person event is your chance to meet potential employers face-to-face and kickstart your career or find a better job. Don’t miss this chance to connect and learn about…

Philly Career Launch - Career Exploration Workshop

Wed, May 21, 2025 10:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Explore careers that build on your strengths and interests and get hands-on experience with online resources, such as the Free Library’s database of training opportunities at careertraining.freelibrary.org. The workshop goes from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Boxed lunch provided. Free.…

Walking Wednesdays

Wed, May 21, 2025 10:15 A.M.
Whitman Library

Put on your walking shoes as you join us every Wednesday for Walking Group. We meet at Whitman Library, walk up to Washington Ave and walk back to Whitman Library. No need to be a speed walker, this group is a walk at your own pace, low-pressure walking program.  

Tablet and Phone Help

Wed, May 21, 2025 11:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Need help printing a document from your phone? Can’t figure out how to work your iPad? Stop by our computer lab to receive help.

*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners

Wed, May 21, 2025 11:00 A.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…

English Conversation Group

Wed, May 21, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is led by Free Library employee Catherine.  Please note this class takes place on the 2nd floor of the library and there is no elevator access.

One on One Tech Help

Wed, May 21, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Lawncrest Library

Need help downloading an eBook on your tablet, setting up a new device, or navigating the internet? Stop by the library for one-on-one tech help! For an appointment, please call 215-685-0549 . Appointments are 30 minutes per person and are available between 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., to be finished…

Train Your Brain to Choose a Healthy Lifestyle

Wed, May 21, 2025 12:00 P.M.
Bushrod Library

 In this interactive workshop participants will learn techniques that they can use to break bad habits and adopt healthy alternatives. Call 215-685-1471 to register! For Adults and Seniors.

Game Day Wednesdays

Wed, May 21, 2025 12:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Join us in the Adult/Teen department for Scrabble, chess, trivia, checkers, card games, and more!  We'll have games, or you can bring your favorites.  For more information, please contact Ms. Claire Hand, Adult/Teen Librarian, at handc@freelibrary.org. Most Wednesdays from 12:00 -…

English for Beginners

Wed, May 21, 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…

TALKING TECH W/WAYNE

Wed, May 21, 2025 1:30 P.M.
Senior Services at Parkway Central Library

Beginners Crochet Class

Wed, May 21, 2025 1:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Nicetown Library neighbor and crochet enthusiast Jo-Ann will teach us some basic crochet techniques and help support any ongoing crochet projects.  All materials will be provided.  We'll meet most Wednesdays. .

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, May 21, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga 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®…

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

Wed, May 21, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Northeast 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®…