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Intermediate ESL
Mon, October 21, 2024
1:30 P.M.
Independence Library
Join us as we read about and talk about a variety of topics, including current events, American cultural issues, English grammar, current American expressions, etc. - all with the goal of improving participants' proficiency in spoken and written English. Each week participants…
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Mon, October 21, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero 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®…
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Mon, October 21, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Charles Santore 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®…
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Mon, October 21, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Whitman 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®…
Financial Help and Credit Repair Chat
Mon, October 21, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Join Sherry Hoban, Executive Director of the Consumer Bankruptcy Assistance Project (CBAP), for one-on-one financial help. Topics range from debt management to accessing annual credit reports. Bring all your financial questions! The program will meet in Parkway Central's First Floor lobby…
Beginner English
Mon, October 21, 2024
2:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
September 16, 2024 - December 4, 2024, 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners. …
Beginner English
Mon, October 21, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Independence Library
Mondays and Wednesdays 3-4:30 pm (September 4 - November 18, 2024) For Beginner English learners, this course offers structured lessons to enhance your ability to read, write, listen, and speak in English. The class focuses on practical language use in everyday contexts and integrates cultural…
Philadelphia Department of Public Health Resource Table
Mon, October 21, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Speak with a representative from Philadelphia’s Department of Public Health! Resources will be available as well as free COVID tests, pads, condoms, and other health-related supplies.
*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Mon, October 21, 2024
3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
*Class is full and not accepting new students. Please call the number below to find an alternate class location.* 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…
Origami for All
Mon, October 21, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Logan Library
We welcome local artist Jill Saull who will guide us to create multiple types of origami models. This is an interactive and fun, hands-on workshop suitable for all ages. We'll have all the supplies. Feel free to bring a friend.
Friends of the Oak Lane Library - Monthly Meeting
Mon, October 21, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
The Friends of the Oak Lane Library is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit that aims to support programming and services at our library. Interested community members can get involved by attending monthly meetings or volunteering at events. Snacks provided, and all adults are welcome. We will…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, October 21, 2024
4:30 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 Trainee Faith.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, October 21, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Kensington 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 John. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
PHILLY’S IRISH MOB: THE MYTHIC K & A GANG
Mon, October 21, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Holmesburg Library
Local author Allen Hornblum, writer of “Confessions of a Second Story Man: Junior Kripplebauer and the K & A Gang,” will give a presentation on the history of the city’s colorful Irish Mob. Former members of the gang will be there to recount their experiences.
Crochet Corner
Mon, October 21, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library
Whether you are a master crocheter, beginner, or just curious, come on in and join us at the Crochet Corner. All levels are welcome, hosted by Mr. Denis. Please bring your own supplies, if you have them. Meets from 5:00 to about 7:00 p.m.
Gentle Yoga with Josh
Mon, October 21, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Join us for a weekly class where we will offer gentle movement, quiet meditation and guided breath work. This class will be adapted to our different abilities and disabilities, especially as we age. For all ages and backgrounds. Led by Josh Mitteldorf, who has been teaching yoga in…
English Conversation Group
Mon, October 21, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Bustleton Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required, but it is encouraged ( https://www.remind.com/join/8cchfh ).
Read To a Therapy Dog
Mon, October 21, 2024
5:30 P.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!
Roxborough Writing Club
Mon, October 21, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Roxborough Library
Come join us for some free-writing, prompts, and sharing of each other’s work. This is a positive and nonjudgmental community for motivation and inspiration. Open to writers of all genres and skill levels. Meets most Monday evenings, from 5:30 - to about 6:45 p.m.
Monday Poets 30th Anniversary Season: Vernita Hall and Lindo Jones
Mon, October 21, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Join the Free Library of Philadelphia’s Literature Department in celebrating the 30th Anniversary season of Monday Poets. This year’s theme is Sankofa (SAHN-koh-fah), a Twi word from the Akan Tribe of Ghana which loosely implies that to move forward, one must “go back and get…