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[FULL] Ask a Nonprofit Expert: Strategic Planning
Wed, May 15, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Virtual
All time slots are currently full. If you are interested in meeting with an expert to discuss Strategic Planning, please reach out to RSVP VEC , the organization that provides the experts for these sessions. They offer free consulting sessions outside of our Ask a Nonprofit Expert series.…
Bridging Blocks: Public Safety
Wed, May 15, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Holmesburg Library
Join us for a "Building Blocks" community conversation. WHYY and the Holmesburg Library will lead a discussion about Public Safety. Bridging Blocks is a partnership between WHYY and the Free Library of Philadelphia aimed at bringing together culturally and…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, May 15, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
On 5/15/24, this group will be meeting in the Art/Lit department on the 2nd floor of Parkway Central. 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…
Edible Alphabet: Learn English through Cooking
Thu, May 16, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Adults are invited to this FREE class for English language learners. Each week we read, write, and speak in English - and cook a meal together! The class is in the basement meeting room. To sign-up, call, email kitchen@freelibrary.org , or visit www.bit.ly/EAEnglish Edible…
Aprender ingles a traves de cocinar!
Thu, May 16, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Los adultos estan invitados a esta clase de ingels GRATIS. Cada semana leemos, escribimos y hablamos en ingles - y cocinamos juntos! La clase está en la sala de reuniones del sótano. Para registrarse, llame, envíe un correo electrónico kitchen@freelibrary.org , o…
Intermediate English
Thu, May 16, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Bushrod Library
February 15 - June 6 Learn and practice English for daily communication in this in-person course taught by a Temple University graduate student. You will learn and practice English skills and build your confidence in daily communication. For intermediate speakers. Sign up for the…
English Class - Mixed Level
Thu, May 16, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
No registration required. This informal group is for mid-level beginner to intermediate learners and will cover vocabulary building, pronunciation, phrases, idioms, and basic grammar. Classes open to all. For more information, contact the Northeast Regional Library.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, May 16, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Whitman 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 Doris. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
English Conversation Group - Beginner
Thu, May 16, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest 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 beginning English speakers and is led by Free Library staff Jane and Lily.
Teen Hang-Out
Thu, May 16, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
What's your new favorite song? Do you have a "classic" tune you like to listen to on rainy days? Come share your favorites and get to know songs other teens like at our Teen Hang-Out every Thursday at 4pm!
Philadelphia Reads James Baldwin
Thu, May 16, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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Parkway Central Library
As part of the Year of James Baldwin, the Free Library is hosting one of many Philadelphia Reads James Baldwin reading groups throughout the city in collaboration with the Saturday Free School for Philosophy and Black Liberation . Celebrate the life, work, and legacy of James Baldwin as we…
One Book, One Philadelphia: True Biz Discussion
Thu, May 16, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Haddington Library
Join the Haddington Library for a discussion of the One Book, One Philadelphia selection. True Biz is a fast-moving novel following students of the fictional River Valley School for the Deaf, "a story of sign language and lip-reading, disability and civil…
Virtual Event - LCD Presents: The Fair Housing Commission
Thu, May 16, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Social Science and History Department
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Parkway Central Library
An attorney from the Legal Clinic for the Disabled will discuss the work of the Fair Housing Commission in this workshop. Learn about the Commission's work in helping people know their rights and responsibilities when it comes to renting a property. This workshop is being offered virtually…
Online Math for GED
Fri, May 17, 2024
9:30 A.M.
Zoom
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…
English Conversation Group - Advanced
Fri, May 17, 2024
3:45 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest 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 advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library staff Jane and Lily.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, May 18, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Independence Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and led by Free Library volunteer Gail. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-8664.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, May 18, 2024
11:30 A.M.
Holmesburg 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 Lydia.
Food & stories of Haiti
Sat, May 18, 2024
12:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Whitney Frederic of It's Seasoned is back with her Mais Moulin (Cornmeal) and Piklis (Spicy Pickled Veggies) in honor of Haitian Flag Day! Register at bit.ly/May1803 . "Flag Day has been a major holiday in Haiti since 1803, when the revolutionary leader Jean-Jacques Dessalines…
One Book, One Philadelphia: True Biz Discussion
Sat, May 18, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join the Walnut Street West Library for a discussion of the One Book, One Philadelphia selection. True Biz is a fast-moving novel following students of the fictional River Valley School for the Deaf, "a story of sign language and lip-reading, disability…
Collaborative Community Cookbook
Mon, May 20, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Culinary Literacy Center
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Parkway Central Library
Join Artist Mike Durkin for discussion and cooking classes with the goal of co-creating a community cookbook. Recipes will focus on seasonal, celebratory foods, so bring your ideas! Classes will be May 13th, May 20th, June 3rd and June 10th. Sign up at: …