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Arabic/English Language and Cultural Exchange
Mon, December 9, 2019
10:30 A.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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Parkway Central Library
Interested in learning Arabic and helping Arabic speakers practice English? Come join our free cultural connections group, where we will explore language, customs, foods, and other aspects of culture. Mondays, starting October 7, 2019 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 2M Classroom in…
Chair Yoga
Mon, December 9, 2019
12:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Chair yoga is a twist on traditional yoga, making it accessible for any age. This program is for adults and groups of 2 or more people, must call the librarian at 215-685-1758 before coming to class.
ESL Conversation Group - Monday Afternoon
Mon, December 9, 2019
1:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
This group is a great way to practice speaking everyday English. ALL are welcome.
Mindfulness Meditation
Mon, December 9, 2019
1:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Ground your mind and body with Mindfulness Meditation and Chair Yoga.
Chair Yoga
Mon, December 9, 2019
2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Chair yoga is a twist on traditional yoga, making it accessible for any age. This program is for adults and groups of 2 or more people, must call the librarian at 215-685-1758 before coming to class.
Writing Assistance
Mon, December 9, 2019
3:00 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Do you want to make your resume stand out, or put the finishing touches on college essay? Or, maybe you need help filling out forms. Never fear! Faculty members from the University of Pennsylvania will be on hand to help, on Wednesday evenings. Drop by!
Advanced ESL Class
Mon, December 9, 2019
5:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West
English Classes are FREE for adults (17 years+); Registration is preferred. REGISTER IN PERSON AT THE LIBRARY. Classes sponsored by the Penn GSE Educational Linguistics Division.
Intelligent by Design Nonfiction Book Group | The Uninhabitable Earth: Life After Warming, David Wallace-Wells.
Mon, December 9, 2019
6:00 P.M.
Independence Library
We read critically acclaimed nonfiction. All readers welcome. Please join our discussions. For additional information, please call 215- 685-1633. The Uninhabitable Earth is a searing indictment of our failure to imagine, much less enact, a better future for humanity. By examining…
English Classes
Mon, December 9, 2019
6:00 P.M.
Tacony Library
Learn how to speak English! Rolling admission/Walk-ins welcome! Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-8PM. Taught by IndoChinese American Council. For more information, please call 215-457-0272 x. 106.
PDPH Overdose Awareness and Reversal Training
Mon, December 9, 2019
6:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
With Philadelphia, and the nation, in the grips of an opioid overdose crisis, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health is now offering FREE training on overdose awareness and overdose reversal using naloxone, or Narcan. This training will teach you concrete actions you can take to help…
Edible Alphabet in Español: Learn Spanish Through Cooking at the Library
Mon, December 9, 2019
6:00 P.M.
Culinary Literacy Center
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Parkway Central Library
Looking for a chance to brush up on your Spanish language skills? Interested in meeting new people, learning to cook a new recipe and have a great time? Join us in the Culinary Literacy Center for a hands-on Spanish language cooking class! Monday, December 9, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm…
Nonprofit Nerds: Beyond the Buck: Transformative Practices in Individual Fundraising
Mon, December 9, 2019
6:00 P.M.
Regional Foundation Center
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Parkway Central Library
How does your organization engage potential donors? What about existing donors? Do your processes feel a little stale? Forced? Awkward? In "Beyond the Buck," we'll identify best practices in developing and sustaining a robust individual giving program for your organization. Get…
Adult Reading Club: Color's Blues
Mon, December 9, 2019
6:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join us in the Education, Philosophy & Religion Department as we read and discuss Philadelphia author, Lee Ruben's novel, which delves into the steamy underworld during the Harlem Renaissance era. Copies of the book chapters will be available. Snacks will be provided. To register…
Spinning Yarns
Mon, December 9, 2019
6:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
For those who knit and crochet, bring your latest project and enjoy a relaxing, low-key evening of crafting at the library. All fiber arts are welcome. This program is intended for adults.
ESL Conversation Group
Mon, December 9, 2019
6:30 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
This group is a great way to practice speaking everyday English. ALL are welcome.
ESL Conversation Group
Mon, December 9, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
This group is a great way to practice speaking everyday English. For adults.
Interview and Job Search Help with CareerLink
Tue, December 10, 2019
10:00 A.M.
Kensington Library
Information about interviewing and questions you might be asked. Interviewing tips, questions to ask, interview styles. What to do and not do in an interview! Methods to find a job. How to do a successful job search that will lead to interviews.
PA CareerLink: Resume Workshop
Tue, December 10, 2019
10:00 A.M.
Wynnefield Library
This workshop will help you discover techniques and tips to write a more effective resume, and help you to understand how PAR (Problem, Action, Results) statements can make a difference in your resume. Refreshments provided by Friends of Wynnefield Library.
Edible Alphabet - Learning English Through Cooking!
Tue, December 10, 2019
10:30 A.M.
Culinary Literacy Center
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Parkway Central Library
Adults are invited to this FREE English class. Each week we read, write, and speak in English--and cook a meal together! 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m Tuesdays (Languages and Learning Center - Floor 2) Thursdays (Culinary Literacy Center - Floor 4) October 15, 2019 - December…
Themed Lab: Online Shopping
Tue, December 10, 2019
10:30 A.M.
Hot Spot at Village of Arts & Humanities | 2544 Germantown Ave | 19133
10:30 to 12:30 PM Interested in shopping online this holiday season but inexperienced or have concerns? Come learn the do's and don'ts and get hands-on assistance as you shop. Required : Basic computer navigation skills including operating a mouse and keyboard Registration not…