The Free Library is host to many adult education classes throughout the city which includes English Language Learning (ELL) and GED instruction. Classes are free to the public and may require registration. Contact your local neighborhood library for further information.

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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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Edible Alphabet: Learn English Through Cooking

Tue, September 2, 2025 10:30 A.M.
Parkway Central Library

Thursdays 10:30 am - 1:30 pm (August 26 - September 30, 2025) 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. Register at www.bit.ly/EAEnglish Questions? Email us at  kitchen@freelibrary.org…

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English Conversation Group

Tue, September 2, 2025 5:45 P.M.
Fishtown Community 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 Gleb. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…

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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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For more information about adult literacy classes in the city of Philadelphia, please contact the Office of Adult Education at 215-686-5250