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English and Digital Literacy
Mon, November 4, 2024
12:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Mondays and Fridays 12:30-2 pm (September 20 - November 18, 2024) Are you looking to improve your English language and digital literacy skills? Join us at the library for this empowering program taught by two University of Pennsylvania Graduate Students. We will practice English while…
GED English Language Arts & Social Studies Prep Presented by Community College of Philadelphia
Mon, November 4, 2024
1:10 P.M.
Tacony Library
GED English Language Arts & Social Studies Prep Presented by CCP Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 1:10 – 3:40 PM October 7 – December 5, 2024 Are you planning to take the GED or HiSET exam? This Community College of Philadelphia course will help you prepare for…
Intermediate ESL
Mon, November 4, 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, November 4, 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, November 4, 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®…
Philadelphia Department of Public Health Resource Table
Mon, November 4, 2024
2:00 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.
Meet Mr. Derrick!
Mon, November 4, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
Mr. Derrick is our new After School Leader! Stop in and say hi between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m.
*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Mon, November 4, 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…
Monday LEAP Art Explorers
Mon, November 4, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Materials for self-guided artwork creation will be available from 3pm-5:45pm in the children's section.
Hair Flair Experience
Mon, November 4, 2024
3:30 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library
Philadelphia's own Tanisha Singleton Thompson will teach young people how to care for their natural hair. Tanisha is a certified hair stylist who, along with her daughters, will teach you how to use professional styling tools, hair products, and answer any questions about hair…
Teen Video Game Hang-out
Mon, November 4, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Gaming and Snacks every Monday at Charles Santore Library! Come solo or with friends to play our Nintendo Switch on the BIG screen. Option to BYO Switch for local or online play. Come hangout, play games, and make friends. The Teen Video Game Hang-out is open to…
Kids’ Bird Bonanza!
Mon, November 4, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Join the Audubon Mid-Atlantic from the Discovery Center at our branch for hand-on activities to learn about bird artifacts, bird adaptations, migration, watersheds and pollution, seeds and seed dispersal, garden work, and bird walks.
Crocheting
Mon, November 4, 2024
4:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Learn how to crochet with local artist Katie Brown. We have all supplies, just bring yourself.
Knitting with Miss Merrily
Mon, November 4, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Ms. Merrily shares her knitting skills. All school age children (and parents) are welcome to try their hand at this fun and creative craft. Materials provided.
Chess Club for Kids!
Mon, November 4, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us each Monday from 3:30-4:30pm for Chess Club! Kids 12 and under are welcome to play and learn with support from a skilled chess player. All supplies provided. No experience is necessary; all skill levels welcome! This event will be held in the Story Hour Room, within the Central…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, November 4, 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, November 4, 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…
Pokémon Club for Kids
Mon, November 4, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Come hang out with other Pokémon enthusiasts to discuss cards, video games, anime, and other aspects of the Pokémon world. This program will be led by library staff member Patrick. A few notes about the program: no cards are provided, you are welcome to bring your…
Presidential Pets with the Geography Lady!
Mon, November 4, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Torresdale Library
Get ready for the election by learning about all the animals that called the White House home! Using stories and pictures, we will look at past presidential pets and vote on the best. We will also create the pets we would take to the White House with us. Sponsored by the Friends of Torresdale…
Presidential Pets with the Geography Lady!
Mon, November 4, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Torresdale Library
Get ready for the election by learning about all the animals that called the White House home! Using stories and pictures, we will look at past presidential pets and vote on the best. We will also create the pets we would take to the White House with us. Sponsored by the Friends of Torresdale…