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Fiber Craft Fridays
Fri, May 23, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Make pom-poms and yarn dolls; learn the basics of crochet; finger knit; mushroom knit; or just get cozy with some yarn on a Friday afternoon. Yarn will be out in the children’s area starting at 3:30pm and Librarian Rachel will provide a short fiber art craft starting at 4pm every week.…
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Spring Migration Bird Walk with Expert Birder, Holger Pflicke!
Sat, May 24, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Penn Treaty Park
Please join the Free Library of Philadelphia and Holger Pflicke for a Spring Migration Bird Walk! We plan to stay out for 1-2 hours, depending on the location, and walk mostly on flat and well-traveled paths. All events are open to everyone and all skill levels. We will go over binocular…
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Spring Migration Bird Walk with Expert Birder, Holger Pflicke!
Sat, May 24, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Please join the Free Library of Philadelphia's Fishtown Community Library and Holger Pflicke for a Spring Migration Bird Walk! This walk will begin at Penn Treaty Park, 1301 N. Beach Street - meet at the entrance near the wooden sign. We plan to stay out for 1 hour, and walk mostly on…
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Amateur (HAM) Radio Testing Session (Philadelphia Volunteer Examiners)
Sat, May 24, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
This event is an Amateur Radio Volunteer Examiner (VE) Session hosted by the Free Library Amateur Radio Club and the Philly VEs. Available for anyone who wishes to take a US FCC Amateur Radio exam. All license classes (Technician, General, and Amateur Extra) are available to…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, May 24, 2025
11:00 A.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 Gail. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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Headshot Photos
Sat, May 24, 2025
11:30 A.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 1:20 p.m.). …
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Adult Writing Club
Sat, May 24, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for a weekly drop in writing club for adults. For writers, authors and poets and any background or genre. Come bring your work and write along side other writers or chat about your inspiration and struggles. LGBTQ+, BIPOC and Neurodivergent friendly!
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SJU Writing Center
Sat, May 24, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
In partnership with Saint Joseph's University Writing Center , the Wynnefield Library will offer free writing assistance to writers. Need help with an essay for school, cover letter, or resume? Come and see how the Writing Center can help! No appointment necessary.
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Crochet Club
Sat, May 24, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Join Wynnefield Library and Sisters Interacting Through Stitches to create craft projects by sharing skills at all levels in quilting, knitting, crocheting, sewing, and felting. Throughout the year we will engage in special projects for Autism Acceptance, Women’s History, Heart…
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Upcycled Art Event & Book Chat
Sat, May 24, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join us for all-ages event celebrating art and creativity! Materials will be provided to create your own collage, buttons, and more. Adult patrons are also invited to discuss this year's one book: The Upcycled Self: A Memoir on the Art of Becoming Who We Are by Tariq "Black…
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Entrepreneur Book Club
Sat, May 24, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
Most CEOs read 4 - 5 books a month - join their ranks! The Entrepreneur Book Club will read books that focus on starting, running, and enhancing business success, as well as titles that speak to the entrepreneurial mindset. We will meet in the BRIC on the fourth Saturday of the month. Join us in…
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Youth Cooking Class
Mon, May 26, 2025
3:30 A.M.
McPherson Square Library
SNAP-Ed food educators will be cooking health food and snacks once a month
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Crocheting
Mon, May 26, 2025
4:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Learn how to crochet with local artist Katie Brown. We have all supplies, just bring yourself.
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English as a Second Language
Tue, May 27, 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
Tue, May 27, 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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State Rep. Ben Waxman Mobile Office Hours
Tue, May 27, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
State Rep. Ben Waxman’s Office is providing mobile office hours in Rittenhouse Square. They will be available to provide constituents with information on state government-related programs and services available. The staff can also assist you with government-related problems you may have.…
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*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Tue, May 27, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional 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…
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Tablet and Phone Help
Tue, May 27, 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.
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Tue, May 27, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
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 Margie. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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LinkedIn Basics: Virtual Full Circle Career Workshop
Tue, May 27, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Virtual
Learn the basics of this valuable networking tool, as well as some valuable tricks and tips that can make LinkedIn work better for you. Employers are checking you out online; you want a Profile that professionally presents your skillset! To join, please register here . Zoom meeting information…