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Patterns of Knowledge Exhibit
Now through Sat, March 29, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
"Patterns of Knowledge," now on view in the main lobby of Parkway Central Library, features the work of Philadelphia high school students apprenticing at The Fabric Workshop and Museum (FWM). Each piece, screen-printed on cotton satteen, explores themes of identity, culture, and…
Business Resource and Innovation Center is now on Instagram
Sat, March 29, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
at
Parkway Central Library
The Business Resource and Innovation Center of Free Library of Philadelphia is on Instagram @ BRIC_FLP. Look out for posts and reels on our upcoming events and resources.
Free Beginner English Classes with IAC
Mon, March 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Tacony Library
Free English Classes By Indochinese American Council Free English classes for adults are happening now! Join our classes to study and improve you English. We will work on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Beginner level: Mondays and Wednesdays, 11-1 Intermediate level:…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, March 31, 2025
11:00 A.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 Nancy. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Mon, March 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central 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…
Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, March 31, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-868-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Adult Basic Literacy classes at Blackwell West…
English and Digital Literacy
Mon, March 31, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Mondays and Thursdays 12-1:30 pm (February 6 - April 21, 2025) Are you looking to improve your English language and digital literacy skills? Join us at the library for this empowering program taught by two University of Pennsylvania Graduate Students. We will practice English while learning…
English as a Second Language Class
Mon, March 31, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) prep classes beginning 3/10/2025. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 2/24/2025 and…
GED Math & Science Prep Presented by Community College of Philadelphia
Mon, March 31, 2025
1:10 P.M.
Tacony Library
FREE GED Math & Science Prep at Tacony Library Presented by Community College of Philadelphia January 22 – April 9, 2025 Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 1:10 – 3:40 PM NO class on Feb. 17, March 3, 5 and 6 Are you planning to take the GED or HiSET exam? This CCP…
Intermediate ESL
Mon, March 31, 2025
1:30 P.M.
Independence Library
Join us as we read about and talk about a variety of topics, including current events, American cultural issues, English grammar, current American expressions, etc. - all with the goal of improving participants' proficiency in spoken and written English. Each week participants…
Beginner English
Mon, March 31, 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…
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Mon, March 31, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero 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®…
*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Mon, March 31, 2025
3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
**Class is full and not accepting new students. Please call the number below to be placed on the waitlist.** 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…
Healthy Hair Flair Experience
Mon, March 31, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Tanisha, a certified hair stylist, will teach how to use professional styling tools, hair products, & answer any questions about hair wellness. Due to the use of hot styling tools, this program is suggested for ages 8+.
Vertical Display: Salvador Pereira
Now through Mon, March 31, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
at
Parkway Central Library
New drawings by Philadelphia-based Peruvian artist Salvador Pereira are now on display through the end of March in the Art Department's historic poster stands as part of our long-running series that exhibits work created by artists who use the library as a working space. Stop by and chat…
StitchCraft
Mon, March 31, 2025
5:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Folks of all ages who knit, sew, crochet, weave, or stitch are welcome to bring their projects and join us to work on them in the company of other crafty people! Some materials and assistance may be provided based on availability.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, March 31, 2025
5:00 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 member Chloe.
Falls Book Club
Mon, March 31, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Join the Falls Book Club - one of the Free Library's longest running programs. The book selection for this month will be Enemies: a Love Story, by Isaac Bashevis Singer. The group is open to all and new members are welcome. Our Book Club meets generally on the last Monday of…
Chair Yoga with Lindsey
Mon, March 31, 2025
5:45 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Chair Yoga is a form of yoga that uses a chair as the main prop versus a traditional mat. This makes the practice more accessible to those that have trouble putting pressure on the knees and wrists, and is suitable for all levels and ages. The program will be taught by Lindsey Gill, a certified…
Edible Alphabet: Learn English through Cooking! (Online)
Tue, April 1, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Zoom
Tuesdays 10:30 am - 12:30 pm (April 1 - May 20, 2025) Adults are invited to this FREE online English class. Each week we read, write, and speak in English--and cook a meal together (at our own homes, connected through video call). Free grocery pick up available. Register at www.bit.ly/EAEnglish…