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Yarntastic Crochet and Knit Club
Tue, August 12, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library
BYOY (Bring your own yarn) and projects to work on together. This is not an organized class and all ages and skills are welcome. Meets from 5:00 to about 7:00 p.m.
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Tue, August 12, 2025
5:15 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.
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Music Department Movie Nights | Hook
Tue, August 12, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
John Williams & Steven Spielberg created the most famous collaboration between a composer and a director (thanks IMBD!). The Music Department is hosting movie nights this summer on second Tuesdays of the month through August. Come watch with us! Can't make it in person? You can check out…
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Rainbow Parent Book Club: I Will Die on This Hill
Tue, August 12, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Fox Chase Library
Join us on Tuesdays in August from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. We will be reading and discussing Meghan Ashburn and Jules Edwards' book I Will Die On This Hill as well as other issues surrounding raising autistic (and generally neurodiverse) kids. You do not need to attend all five dates.…
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Falls Writing Group
Tue, August 12, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Connect with other writers for motivation, accountability, and inspiration via free writing, prompts and writing games, group sharing, feedback sessions and more. This will be a positive and non-judgmental community open to writers of all genres and skill levels. Meets most…
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English Conversation Group
Tue, August 12, 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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Bird Hat Making Workshop: Part 2
Tue, August 12, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library Room 108 6:00 - 7:30 PM Join Special Collections and the Art Department for this two-part workshop and leave with your very own giant bird hat! In part 1, using recycled materials we will sculpt cardboard hats into the shape of one of Philadelphia's…
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Meditation Club for Adults (Virtual)
Tue, August 12, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Let's meditate together! We will explore various modalities of meditation in this ongoing program. Meditation has many benefits. It can reduce stress, help control anxiety, improve sleep and emotional health, and may reduce blood pressure and help control pain. Our…
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Summer Bird Walk with Feminist Bird Club
Wed, August 13, 2025
9:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join us for a beginner-friendly birdwatching session that will equip you with essential skills and knowledge to identify and appreciate the diverse bird species native to Malcom X Park in West Philadelphia. We will meet at Blackwell Regional Library before Heading to Malcom…
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English Conversation Group
Wed, August 13, 2025
10:00 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.
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English as a Second Language
Wed, August 13, 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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Computer Skills for Beginners
Wed, August 13, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Need computer help? Take a free digital skills workshop at the Library! Learn how to use a computer, get online, and more. Training provided by Beyond Literacy. Please call to register at 215-474-1235.
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Urban Gardening with Native Plants
Wed, August 13, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Don’t have a half-acre to turn into a native plant meadow? No problem! Whether your landscape is a rooftop deck, sidewalk in front of a row home, strip of grass, or yard of any size, you can have a native plant garden in Philadelphia. Landscaping with native plants is one of the most…
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Quiet Meditation at the Library
Wed, August 13, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Roxborough Library
Join us for an hour of calm, focused meditation in our meeting room! We will discuss meditation techniques and then have a session of quiet sitting (up to 30 minutes). This program is open to members of the public and is designed for adults. The program will be led by Village on the Ridge and if…
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Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Wed, August 13, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Kingsessing 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 215-868-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Adult Basic Literacy classes at Kingsessing…
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English for Beginners
Wed, August 13, 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…
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GED Writing, Reading & Social Studies Prep Presented by Community College of Philadelphia
Wed, August 13, 2025
1:10 P.M.
Tacony Library
FREE GED Writing, Reading and Social Studies Prep at Tacony Library Presented by Community College of Philadelphia June 2 to August 18, 2025 Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 1:10 – 3:40 PM NO Class on June 18, June 19, and July 3 Are you planning to take the GED or HiSET…
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Beginners Crochet Class
Wed, August 13, 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. .
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Movie Matinee
Wed, August 13, 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).
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**Cancelled**Sew What?! ROOM 108 Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, August 13, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
**Cancelled this week for Summer Break** Back August 27th! 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…