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Homeschool Reading Group
Fri, November 8, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Tacony Library
Homeschoolers are welcome to come hang out with their peers while participating in fun activities! We'll have cooking classes, literacy games, letter writing, and more! For grades K-8. Families with preschoolers are welcome to attend.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Fri, November 8, 2024
11:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West 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 Judy. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
English and Digital Literacy
Fri, November 8, 2024
12:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Mondays and Fridays 12:30-2 pm (September 20 - November 18, 2024) 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…
Intermediate English
Fri, November 8, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Tuesdays and Fridays 2-3:30 pm (September 20 - November 19, 2024) The course is for students with a basic understanding of English and interested in developing their communication skills. Learn and practice English for daily life in the in-person course taught by the University of…
English Classes for Adults
Fri, November 8, 2024
2:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
No registration necessary. Classes are provided by the Indochinese American Council . Klas Angle Gratis Chak vandredi a 2:30 pm Pa gen enskripsyon obligatwa. Klas ki ofri pa Indochinese American Council. Clases de Ingles Gratis Todos los viernes a las 14:30 No es necesario registrarse.…
Chess Club
Fri, November 8, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Lillian Marrero Library's Chess Club is open to players of all skill levels! From beginners to experienced players, any student that wants to deepen their understanding of chess tactics and strategies is welcome.
Friday LEAP After School Games
Fri, November 8, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Board games and puzzles featured from 3pm-4:45pm in the children's section (or we can move this into the meeting room if it becomes disruptive)
Video Game Hang
Fri, November 8, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Come play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros and more! For teens and school-aged children.
Beyond the Textbook: Equity, Engagement, and Primary Sources in the Classroom
Sat, November 9, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection
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Parkway Central Library
The Free Library of Philadelphia's Special Collections Division , in partnership with the Philadelphia Area Consortium of Special Collections Libraries , is hosting Beyond the Textbook: Equity, Engagement, and Primary Sources in the Classroom , a free half-day workshop for K-12 educators on…
Beyond the Textbook: Equity, Engagement, and Primary Sources in the Classroom
Sat, November 9, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
The Free Library of Philadelphia's Special Collections Division , in partnership with the Philadelphia Area Consortium of Special Collections Libraries , is hosting Beyond the Textbook: Equity, Engagement, and Primary Sources in the Classroom , a free half-day workshop for K-12 educators on…
Free Tai Chi
Sat, November 9, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Tai Chi Chi Kung I form is short, simple, and is easy to learn with 13 repeating moves. Through the regular practice of Tai Chi Chi Kung I you can learn to move your body effortlessly, utilizing the energy of circulation, or Chi, rather than muscle tension. By feeling the circulation through the…
Read To a Therapy Dog
Sat, November 9, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Readers of all ages can read to Cene, Fig and Huey, our certified therapy dogs! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too!
Read to a Therapy Dog
Sat, November 9, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
Readers of all ages can read to Huey, a certified therapy dog, to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Readers, both independent and learning, can practice reading skills with individual time allotted. Yes, you can just pet him too!
Scholarships 101 for Teens
Sat, November 9, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Field Teen Center
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Parkway Central Library
College and test prep workshops return to the Free Library for the 2024-2025 school year, hosted by Field Teen Center in partnership with The Alexander Advantage . This free series is for high school students up to age 18. This in-person workshop will explore available…
Saturdays on Stage: Michael & the Rockness Monsters
Sat, November 9, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
A rock ‘n roll show in a library? Right on! Michael and the Rockness Monsters kick off the Saturdays on Stage season with an energetic, interactive concert that will have kids out of their seats to sing, jump, and dance it out! Doors open at 1:30p.m. All programs begin at 2:00p.m. This…
Open Computer Lab and Computer Assistance
Mon, November 11, 2024
11:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Do you need extra assistance on the computer or a longer timeframe to apply for jobs, take a test, or fill out applications? Walk in to receive computer help or call 215-685-1866 to register for a longer computer reservation (up to 1.5 hours) during our open computer lab hours!
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Mon, November 11, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. 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®…
Monday LEAP Art Explorers
Mon, November 11, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Materials for self-guided artwork creation will be available from 3pm-5:45pm in the children's section.
Math for GED
Tue, November 12, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Our small learning group builds math skills you can use to pass tests, understand the world, and solve problems at work and at home. The topics we work with will be taken from various areas of math. Online materials are provided to explain concepts and give additional practice between group…
Play Group
Tue, November 12, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library
Come to the children’s room of the library, where we’ll have various toys out for your little one, such as train tracks, magnet tiles, and floor puzzles! Connect with others in your community. This program is intended for kids aged 2-5; siblings welcome. We cannot accommodate groups…