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English as a Second Language
Tue, June 17, 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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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Tue, June 17, 2025
10:00 A.M.
McPherson Square Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours 10am-12pm on Tuesday June 17th with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. If you have questions, you can email socialservices@freelibrary.org. Social Workers…
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Family Storytime at Parkway Pals!
Tue, June 17, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join Miss Mary for a Family Storytime and to-go craft, while supplies last! This in-person, outdoor storytime will take place at Sister Cities Park and is in collaboration with Center City District. In the case of unfavorable weather, the program will be cancelled with no make up date…
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The Claymobile: A Pop-Up Ceramics Studio
Tue, June 17, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Haddington Library
Join us as the Claymobile brings a unique “pop-up” ceramics studio to the Haddington Branch Library! Led by professional teaching artists, this hands-on program uses the creative possibilities of clay to spark imagination, build critical thinking skills, and encourage…
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Preschool Storytime and Open Play
Tue, June 17, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library
Join Ms. Kate for books, songs, and dancing on Tuesdays at 10:30-11:30am ! Then stick around for free play with toys! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers. (Please call ahead to arrange a pre-school or day care visit).
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Community Wellness Resource Table
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Stop by the community wellness resource table and chat with certified peer support specialists working in your neighborhood. See how they can help you, your friends, family, and neighbors. Hosted by the Community Wellness Engagement Unit of the City of Philadelphia's Department of Behavioral…
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Free Intermediate English Classes with IAC
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Tacony Library
Free English Classes by Indochinese American Council – Intermediate Level Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 17 – July 17, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Join our classes for adults to study and improve your English. We will work on speaking, listening, reading, and…
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*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional 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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Family Storytime
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Bustleton Library
On Tuesdays at 11 AM, we will have a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
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Enroll for English Classes!
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lawncrest Library
Free English Classes! Learn English at the Lawncrest Library! Classes will meet Mondays and Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. Attending an enrollment day is required to join the class. Questions? Whatsapp Justine 267-496-0542
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State Rep. Ben Waxman Mobile Office Hours
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
State Rep. Ben Waxman’s Office is providing mobile office hours in Rittenhouse Square. They will be available to provide constituents with information on state government-related programs and services available. The staff can also assist you with government-related problems you may have.…
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Poetry Workshop for Teens
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:00 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Want to start writing poetry or develop the work you have? Come to our weekly poetry workshop, where we'll read, write, and workshop poems. Each session will be a mix of writing from prompts and giving each other feedback. All experience levels are welcome! Intended for ages 13 to 18.…
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Preschool Storytime
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Kensington Library
Join us inside the library for stories, rhymes, songs, and movement with your children's librarian! Best suited for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
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Read, Baby, Read: Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces that will help your young child develop important pre-literary skills while you bond and have fun together! This program is intended for our friends ages 2 and under, and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.
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Toddler Storytime- Outside!
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:15 A.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Meet us at the Goat Statue in Rittenhouse Square! Join Library Staff on Tuesdays for toddler storytime, now outside when weather permits! We will enjoy songs, stories, rhymes, and follow up with a special toddler playtime!
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Picture Book PRIDE Storytime with Andrea Tsurumi
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:15 A.M.
Independence Library
Join local author/illustrator Andrea Tsurumi as they read their picture books with LGBTQ+ themes and share the behind-the-scenes of making a story. Andrea is the creator of Crab Cake, Accident! and I'm On It (an Elephant & Piggie Like Reading Book) and the illustrator of There's…
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Read, Baby, Read Storytime
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Come join Ms. Dee for songs, stories, rhymes and lap time! Stick around for playtime afterward. This program is intended for ages 0 - 24 months, along with their caregivers. This program has been made possible by a grant from the William Penn Foundation.
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Baby & Toddler Storytime & Free Play
Tue, June 17, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for books, songs, and dancing! Then stick around for free play with toys! For ages 5 and under and their caregivers.
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Baby and Toddler Playtime!
Tue, June 17, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Children's Department
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Parkway Central Library
Play, talk, sing and explore books and toys while listening to music and gaining social, emotional, fine and gross motor skills. This program is intended for babies and toddlers along with parents, grandparents or caregivers. We will be meeting in the Storyhour Room.
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Tue, June 17, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
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 Margie. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…