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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, June 4, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore 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 volunteers Robin and Ted. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, June 4, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore 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 volunteers Robin and Ted. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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Pathways to the Past: Family History Series
Wed, June 4, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Part III: Ancestral Paper Trails in Federal and Probate Records Uncover the many ways your ancestors may have interacted with the federal government through records such as Census, immigration, military, Freedmen’s Bureau, Freedman's Bank, and maps. This session will also explore local…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, June 4, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central 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 Natalia. The group will meet in HEIM 131/132 on the first floor.…
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Basic English Literacy
Thu, June 5, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Southwest CDC, 6328 Paschall Avenue, 19142
Do you know an adult who wants to learn English and does not know how to read or write? The Free Library of Philadelphia is offering a FREE basic English literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills in English. For more information, call 215-686-8664 or email…
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English as a Second Language
Thu, June 5, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Wyoming Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) prep classes beginning 3/25/25. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 3/18 and 3/20/25. …
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Headshots at the BRIC!
Thu, June 5, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Get a FREE headshot photo taken at the Business Resource and Innovation Center! Headshots are a unique service for entrepreneurs, nonprofit professionals, job seekers, and more. Use your photo to enhance your professional portfolio and make your LinkedIn profile stand out among the…
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Older Adult Coffee/Tea Table Talk
Thu, June 5, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
The first Thursday of the month, a different agency will provide information and resources relevant to older adults, in an informal, congenial atmosphere around the table over a nice cup of tea or coffee.
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, June 5, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Independence 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 Stan. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Thu, June 5, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
** Class is full and not accepting new students. Please call the number below to be placed on the waitlist or 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…
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Treasures from the Literature Vault
Thu, June 5, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Do you love old books? Then join us for Treasures from the Vault– a casual, hands-on book club program spotlighting items from the Literature vault! The vault, home to our closed reference collections, is a treasure trove of hundreds of fascinating pieces of literary history. This program…
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Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, June 5, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
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 and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in the Heim…
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Exhibition: The Voices of Sisterly Affection
Now through Thu, June 5, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Philadelphia's motto was officially expanded to "The City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection" by the efforts of the godmother of Black Music Month, Dyana Williams. To continue amplifying the female voice in discussions about our city, SIMBY Presents: The Voices of…
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- Exhibitions
- Black History Month
- Community Events
- Discussion and Participation
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Sew What?! Evening HEIM CENTER Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, June 5, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
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 and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in the Heim…
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Edible Alphabet: Learn English through Cooking
Fri, June 6, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Fridays 10:30 am - 1:30 pm (May 23 - June 27, 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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Chair Yoga
Fri, June 6, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Join us for a 1-hour gentle yoga practice that uses a chair for seating and balance. Taught by Janet McAllister Faulls, a registered yoga teacher with over 13 years of experience in Philadelphia. All ages and abilities welcome. Please dress comfortably! Class will be held in the…
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Fiber Craft Fridays
Fri, June 6, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Make pom-poms and yarn dolls; learn the basics of crochet; finger knit; mushroom knit; or just get cozy with some yarn on a Friday afternoon. Yarn will be out in the children’s area starting at 3:30pm and Librarian Rachel will provide a short fiber art craft starting at 4pm every week.…
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Music Special Collections Showcase
Sat, June 7, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Join Special Collections staff for a pop-up event highlighting materials from the Music Special Collections including the Edwin A. Fleisher Collection of Orchestral Music , the Drinker Collection of Choral Music, and Sheet Music. You will explore and learn…
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Yoga in Olney!
Sat, June 7, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Come unwind & rejuvenate yourself! This is the opportunity to relax & stretch! Provided by the Olney Community Collaborative & Roots 2 Rise. 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month.
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, June 7, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Independence 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 Gail. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…