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Crafternoons
Thu, December 11, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Bring your almost completed or never even started craft, project, knitting... you name it, to work on. Sit and have tea and conversation while working on your crafts. We will offer help as we are able. 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, December 11, 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! Our staff of library workers can help you learn to use a…
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Beginner Spanish Learning Circle
Thu, December 11, 2025
6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Beginning Spanish Learning Circle Parkway Central Library HEIM 131/132 (1901 Vine Street, 19103) Thursdays 6-7 pm (starting October 23, 2025) Join this group to learn and practice basic Spanish grammar and vocabulary for beginners. We'll use Mango Languages at our library meetings…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Fri, December 12, 2025
10:00 A.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 volunteer Moaaz.
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Chair Yoga
Fri, December 12, 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 Room…
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Chess Club
Fri, December 12, 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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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, December 13, 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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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Sat, December 13, 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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Bop/ Cha Cha Class!
Sat, December 13, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Greater Olney Library
Bop/Cha Cha Get ready to move and groove with our high-energy Bop and Cha Cha class! Perfect for all ages, these fun-filled sessions will have you dancing to the rhythm and smiling every step of the way! From 11:00 a.m. - 12 noon. Presented by Olney's North 5th Street Community Collaborative.
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Adult Writing Club
Sat, December 13, 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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Panorama Toastmasters
Sat, December 13, 2025
12:30 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
Toastmasters International is a non-profit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. This is from 12:30-3:30 here at Donatucci Library. Panorama Toastmasters Club is here to help you achieve your personal and professional…
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Guilt-Free Fiber Guild
Sat, December 13, 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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Pickling and Fermentation Meet Up
Sat, December 13, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us each month if you're interested in learning and talking about pickling, fermentation, and other food preservation processes. If you have pickles, sauces, starters, or any other projects to share, you're welcome to bring them. For adults and teens.
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English as a Second Language
Mon, December 15, 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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Japanese Conversation Group- Beginner
Mon, December 15, 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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Philadelphia Department of Public Health Resource Table
Mon, December 15, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Widener Library
Philadelphia Department of Public Health Resource Table Get prepared for cold and flu season! Philadelphia Department of Public Health will be at the library giving away free at-home Covid-19 tests, hand sanitizers, and masks to anyone interested. No registration or sign-up needed.
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Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, December 15, 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 15, 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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Red Cross Blood Drive
Mon, December 15, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
There is a critical need for blood donations in the region and in the nation in general. The need for blood is constant and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds and most of us will need…
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Intermediate English Classes
Mon, December 15, 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…