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Apply for a City or School District Job
Wed, August 20, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Tacony Library
Apply for a City or School District Job Solicite un trabajo en la ciudad o el distrito escolar Wednesdays, August 13, 20 & 27, 2025 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. The City of Philadelphia is hiring! Do you need help applying for a city or school job? We’ll guide you through the…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, August 20, 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, August 21, 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, August 21, 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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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Thu, August 21, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. This service will be available today from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. If you have questions, you can email…
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Japanese Conversation Group- Beginner
Thu, August 21, 2025
10:30 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 speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Mayumi. The classes will take place on the Ground floor in BRIC Department Rm.…
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Qigong in the Garden
Thu, August 21, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Experience a sense of well-being with the calming, nourishing practice of Qigong (chee-gong). Eileen Kelsall will lead the group in gentle movements, deep breathing, and self-massage. You'll find yourself feeling less stressed and more energized with this meditative practice…
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English/French Language Exchange
Thu, August 21, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Interested in learning French and helping French speakers practice English? Interested in learning English and helping English speakers practice French? Come join our free informal group. Sign up for the interest list: https://bit.ly/BRLEnglishFrench2025
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Échange linguistique anglais-français
Thu, August 21, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Avez-vous envie d'apprendre le français et d'aider les francophones à pratiquer l'anglais? Vous souhaitez apprendre l'anglais et aider les anglophones à pratiquer le français? Rejoignez notre groupe informel gratuit. Formulaire…
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One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, August 21, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Haverford Library
Need computer help? Need assistance with a new labtop? Get 1-on-1 help at the Library! Learn how to use a computer, get online, and more.
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Headshots at the BRIC!
Thu, August 21, 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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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, August 21, 2025
1:30 P.M.
Lawncrest Library
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+ 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 Nan.
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Computer Skills for Beginners
Thu, August 21, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero 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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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Thu, August 21, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Eastwick Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. This service will be available today from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. If you have questions, you can email…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, August 21, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West 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 Judy. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, August 21, 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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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Thu, August 21, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Tacony Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. Our social worker is generally here for approximately 3 hours, unless there is an early holiday closure. If you…
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Sketch Club
Thu, August 21, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Dwight Evans Library of West Oak Lane
Are you interested in learning how to sketch, or just want a relaxing space to draw with others? Come join our Beginners Sketch Club , which is a welcoming, no-pressure group for teens and adults. You can learn the fundamentals of drawing such as working with shapes, texture, shading and…
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**Cancelled** Sew What?! Evening ROOM 108 Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, August 21, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
**Cancelled this week for summer break! See you on the 27th of August!** 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…
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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Fri, August 22, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. This service will be available today from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. If you have questions, you can email…