Adult Basic Literacy Classes

Tue, June 24, 2025 12:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga 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 215-686-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Please note this class will be taking place in the upstairs…

English Conversation Group - Intermediate+

Tue, June 24, 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…

English Conversation Group - Intermediate+

Tue, June 24, 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…

Free Library Chess Club

Tue, June 24, 2025 4:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement at Parkway Central Library

Are you looking for a place to play chess, or are you interested in learning how to play? Join us on Tuesdays from 4:00-7:00 pm in the Heim Center on the First Floor. We have 20 chess sets and a limited amount of clocks available for use, or feel free to bring your own. RSVP at Facebook…

Free Library Chess Club

Tue, June 24, 2025 4:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement at Parkway Central Library

Are you looking for a place to play chess, or are you interested in learning how to play? Join us on Tuesdays from 4:00-7:00 pm in the Heim Center on the First Floor. We have 20 chess sets and a limited amount of clocks available for use, or feel free to bring your own. RSVP at Facebook…

Record Of The Month Club- Kind Of Blue

Tue, June 24, 2025 4:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library

Like a Book Club, but for music! Listen to the selected album, then join us on the last Tuesday of every month for a free-flowing discussion about what we all liked and didn't like, the historical or personal significance of the album to us, fun facts or trivia, and any other hot musical…

Chess Club

Tue, June 24, 2025 5:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

The Lovett Chess Club has been in existence for nearly a decade!  Intermediate players of all ages are welcome.  This is a cross-generational group that plays based on ability, not age.  Come play with us!  We'll be meeting in the Quiet Room. Most Tuesdays, from 5:00 -…

Rainbow Parenting Book Club

Tue, June 24, 2025 5:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library

    Join us on Tuesdays in June from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. We will be reading and discussing Lindz Amer's book Rainbow Parenting as well as other issues surrounding raising queer kids and their allies. You do not need to attend all four dates. Please come as you can. We will have a…

English Conversation Group

Wed, June 25, 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.

Game Day Wednesdays

Wed, June 25, 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, June 25, 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, June 25, 2025 1:30 P.M.
Senior Services at Parkway Central Library

Beginners Crochet Class

Wed, June 25, 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. .

Movie Matinee

Wed, June 25, 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, June 25, 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…

English Conversation Group - Intermediate+

Wed, June 25, 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.

English Conversation Group - Intermediate+

Wed, June 25, 2025 3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore 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 volunteers Robin and Ted. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…

Basic English Literacy

Thu, June 26, 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…

English as a Second Language

Thu, June 26, 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. …

English Conversation Group - Intermediate+

Thu, June 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…