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Chess Club
Fri, December 5, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Join us for casual chess play at the library! Boards will be provided. Open to all skill levels.
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Chair Yoga with Lindsey
Fri, December 5, 2025
3:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Taught by Lindsey Gill, certified yoga instructor, Chair Yoga uses a chair instead of a mat to make yoga more accessible for those with knee and wrist limitations. Please wear comfortable clothing and prepare to have fun! No Registration Required! Bi-Weekly starting Friday Nov. 7th
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The Nutcracker with the Philadelphia Dance Academy
Sat, December 6, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Bring the whole family to enjoy the beloved story of Marie and the Nutcracker Prince, performed by students at The Philadelphia Dance Academy . This performance will feature excerpts from the classic Nutcracker ballet. Children, teens, families, and adults are welcome! This event will take…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, December 6, 2025
10:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+ South Philadelphia Library (1700 S. Broad Street, 19145) Saturdays 10-11:30 am starting November 1, 2025 Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is…
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Sit and Stitch
Sat, December 6, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Join us for a casual, drop-in meet-up for crafters of all varieties and levels. Bring your own knitting, crochet, embroidery, or other project for socializing and inspiration. We will meet in the adult area of the library.
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, December 6, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Independence Library
Saturdays 11 am - 12 pm 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 Gail.
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Adult Writing Club
Sat, December 6, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for a weekly drop in writing club for adults. For writers, authors and poets and any background or genre. Come bring your work and write along side other writers or chat about your inspiration and struggles. LGBTQ+, BIPOC and Neurodivergent friendly!
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Guilt-Free Fiber Guild
Sat, December 6, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Beginning October 4, if you crochet, knit, mend...or would like to learn - bring your materials or use ours to get started. Take some "me-time" at Northeast Regional Library as we make space for crafting, creativity, and camaraderie. A few free sewing kits will be given to firstcomers…
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Holiday Card Crafting with the Soapbox Zine Library
Sat, December 6, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Join us as The Soapbox Community Print Shop will show how to create unique holiday cards! We will have two special designs for you to choose from: one will be letterpress printed using a Provisional press, and the other will be a linocut that you can print onto cards. You can also personalize…
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Chess Club @ Coleman
Sat, December 6, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Are you already a chess enthusiast? Or, maybe you want to learn to play chess? Whether you are an experienced chess player or are new to the game, we welcome you to join the Chess Club @ Coleman for some afternoons of chess learning and competition. We will meet on select Saturday afternoons…
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MEDICARE MONDAYS
Mon, December 8, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
✨ Got Medicare questions? ✨ Courtney Bell is back to help you make sense of it all! Join us in person for an easy, open Q&A where you can learn how Medicare works—and how it can work for YOU. ✅ Bring your questions ✅ Get clear answers ✅ Walk away with confidence See you on Mondays!
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English as a Second Language
Mon, December 8, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional 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 9/22 and 9/24. Up to 15 individuals can…
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State Representative Ben Waxman Mobile Office
Mon, December 8, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
State Representative Ben Waxman will be offering mobile office hours in South Philly! Every 2nd Monday from 11a-3p, you can find them at Santore Library. Rep. Waxman's staff can assist with a number of government programs, including: SEPTA Senior Key…
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Edible Alphabet: Learn English through Cooking
Mon, December 8, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Mondays 11:00 am - 2:00 pm (November 3 - December 8, 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! The class is in the basement meeting room. To sign-up, visit …
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Japanese Conversation Group- Beginner
Mon, December 8, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Build your confidence in speaking Japanese while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for beginning Japanese learners and is led by Free Library volunteer Stephanie. The classes will take place on the Ground floor in BRIC…
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Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, December 8, 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 as a Second Language Class
Mon, December 8, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) prep classes beginning 9/15/2025. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 8/25/2025 and…
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Intermediate English Classes
Mon, December 8, 2025
3:45 P.M.
Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library will host two intermediate English Classes on Mondays and Tuesdays from 3:45 to 5:45. These classes are free. This program was made possible through support from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Miriam Spector Endowment for…
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Donatucci Chess Club!
Mon, December 8, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
Every Monday we will have Chess Club for Adults from 4-6:30 pm. Join us for the challenge and stay for the game while meeting others of the same mindset. Bring yourself and be ready to checkmate!
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English Conversation Group - Mixed Level
Mon, December 8, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
No registration required, all are welcome. Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. This group is for speakers of all levels. Questions? Email AdultLearning@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-8664.