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English as a Second Language
Tue, September 2, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Wyoming Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 7/8 and 7/10. Up to 30 individuals can…
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Blind Date with a Book!
Tue, September 2, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Ready to fall in love with a new book? Join us for Blind Date with a Book, a fun week-long event where teens and adults choose a wrapped book by genre and check it out without knowing the title. Each week features a fresh selection of mystery reads so come back and take a chance on something new.
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Would You Rather...?
Tue, September 2, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Each week, check out our "Would You Rather?" wall prompt in the library! Grab a sticky note, write your answer, and stick it up to share your opinion. It’s a fun and exciting way to see what everyone thinks—all week long!
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PuzzlePalooza
Tue, September 2, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Get ready to piece together some fun with Drop-In Puzzle Making. Teens and adults are invited to stop by anytime during the week to work on community puzzles or start one of their own. A new set of puzzles will be available each week, and you're welcome to bring your own to share or complete!
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Senior Strength Training
Tue, September 2, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
This Senior Strength and Conditioning class, led by a certified instructor, combines hand weights, chair exercises along with cardio work to improve your fitness, strength and balance. All equipment is provided. Please wear comfortable and appropriate attire. This program is sponsored by the…
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Chess Club for Adults
Tue, September 2, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Chess Club for Adults Join us on Tuesdays in the Humanities Department on the 2nd floor for an evening of chess from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM, with exceptions to holidays and early closures. Use one of our sets or bring your own. Participants should have basic knowledge of…
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Sew What?! Donatucci Evening Sewcial
Tue, September 2, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Tuesdays from 4-6pm. Bring in…
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English as a Second Language
Wed, September 3, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Wyoming Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 7/8 and 7/10. Up to 30 individuals can…
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Gadget Help (Upon Request)
Wed, September 3, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Do you have a tablet, smart phone, or laptop that you don't know how to use? Stop by our Computer Lab in the Magazines and Newspapers Department on the 3rd floor beginning at 11 AM. Gadget Help Desk is normally open 11 AM until 1:30PM, except during early closures…
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Blind Date with a Book!
Wed, September 3, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Ready to fall in love with a new book? Join us for Blind Date with a Book, a fun week-long event where teens and adults choose a wrapped book by genre and check it out without knowing the title. Each week features a fresh selection of mystery reads so come back and take a chance on something new.
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Would You Rather...?
Wed, September 3, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Each week, check out our "Would You Rather?" wall prompt in the library! Grab a sticky note, write your answer, and stick it up to share your opinion. It’s a fun and exciting way to see what everyone thinks—all week long!
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PuzzlePalooza
Wed, September 3, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Get ready to piece together some fun with Drop-In Puzzle Making. Teens and adults are invited to stop by anytime during the week to work on community puzzles or start one of their own. A new set of puzzles will be available each week, and you're welcome to bring your own to share or complete!
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English as a Second Language
Thu, September 4, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Wyoming Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 7/8 and 7/10. Up to 30 individuals can…
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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Thu, September 4, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Frankford Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. Our social worker is generally here for approximately 2 hours. If you have questions, you can email…
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Blind Date with a Book!
Thu, September 4, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Ready to fall in love with a new book? Join us for Blind Date with a Book, a fun week-long event where teens and adults choose a wrapped book by genre and check it out without knowing the title. Each week features a fresh selection of mystery reads so come back and take a chance on something new.
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Would You Rather...?
Thu, September 4, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Each week, check out our "Would You Rather?" wall prompt in the library! Grab a sticky note, write your answer, and stick it up to share your opinion. It’s a fun and exciting way to see what everyone thinks—all week long!
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PuzzlePalooza
Thu, September 4, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Get ready to piece together some fun with Drop-In Puzzle Making. Teens and adults are invited to stop by anytime during the week to work on community puzzles or start one of their own. A new set of puzzles will be available each week, and you're welcome to bring your own to share or complete!
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Resume' Prep
Thu, September 4, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Learn the basics and best practices for creating resumes that highlights your experience and skills to attract employers Please call 215-685-0525 for more information.
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WHYY Pop-Up Newsroom
Thu, September 4, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
WHYY Pop-Up Newsroom WHYY and PlanPhilly invites you to join us on Thursday, September 4 at the Cobbs Creek Library, 5800 Cobbs Creek Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19143 from 1 to 4 p.m. This gathering will be an important opportunity for PlanPhilly to do what we do best: listen to the community ,…
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Older Adult Coffee/Tea Table Talk
Thu, September 4, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
The first Thursday of the month, a different agency will provide information and resources relevant to older adults, in an informal, congenial atmosphere around the table over a nice cup of tea or coffee.