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Beginner English
Thu, September 19, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Mondays and Thursdays 10:30 am -12 pm (September 16 - December 5, 2024) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, September 19, 2024
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…
Rescheduled: Art Book Club - September
Thu, September 19, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Anyone can drop by to pore over books and other materials from the Art Department gathered by librarians around a changing monthly topic. Art Book "Club" is simply an opportunity to admire rare and special items from our vault, archival collections, closed reference…
Love and Revolution: Exhibit Tour
Thu, September 19, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join members of the Saturday Free School at 5:30 p.m. for a tour of the exhibit. We will meet by the display cases on the 2nd floor landing. Celebrate 100 years of James Baldwin (August 2, 1924 – December 1, 1987) with selections from across the Free Library’s collections…
Unerasing Incarcerated Women: Kemba Film Screening and Talk Back
Thu, September 19, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Join us for a dynamic screening and a talk-back panel featuring Kemba Smith and other advocates committed to changing mass incarceration. Screening the compelling film "Kemba,” followed by a thought-provoking discussion on the status of incarcerated women. Event Details:…
Meet MBAT! Mayor's Business Action Team
Thu, September 19, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
Meet your local Business Services Manager and Navigators, who assist small businesses across Philadelphia by guiding them through city processes, regulations and resources This is an informal networking event where you can get to ask questions and get the answers to where the resources…
Love and Revolution: Exhibit Tour
Thu, September 19, 2024
6:15 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department
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Parkway Central Library
Join members of the Saturday Free School at 6:15 p.m. for a tour of the exhibit. We will meet by the display cases on the 2nd floor landing. Celebrate 100 years of James Baldwin (August 2, 1924 – December 1, 1987) with selections from across the Free Library’s collections…
Street Genealogy at Park(ing) Day Philadelphia
Fri, September 20, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Map Collection
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Parkway Central Library
As part of an annual global event, Park(ing) Day reimagines metered parking spaces as creative spaces for creating, educating, and socializing. Genealogists from the Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania, the African American Genealogy Group, Genealogy Quick Start, as well as library staff…
Beginner English
Fri, September 20, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Wednesdays and Fridays 10:30 am -12 pm (September 18 - December 6, 2024) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners.…
Nature Rambling
Fri, September 20, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Andorra Library
Join us for short walks and nature journaling. We will provide materials and prompts to get you started. This is a multigenerational program and all are welcome. We will be meeting at the Wissahickon Environmental Center on September 20 & 27; October 4 & 11.
Intermediate English
Fri, September 20, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Tuesdays and Fridays 2-3:30 pm (September 20 - November 19, 2024) The course is for students with a basic understanding of English and interested in developing their communication skills. Learn and practice English for daily life in the in-person course taught by the University of…
English Classes for Adults
Fri, September 20, 2024
2:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
No registration necessary. Classes are provided by the Indochinese American Council . Klas Angle Gratis Chak vandredi a 2:30 pm Pa gen enskripsyon obligatwa. Klas ki ofri pa Indochinese American Council. Clases de Ingles Gratis Todos los viernes a las 14:30 No es necesario registrarse.…
Your Call to Civic Action. ("Power Up!" Civics & Citizenship Month Program)
Sat, September 21, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
SESSION 5. Now that you have all this information, what to do next? Learn how to share your gifts and talents to make Philadelphia a better place to live, learn, and thrive. Part 5 of the Power Up! Civics & Citizenship Month Programming. All programs are free and open to the…
Cookbook Cookin’ at Home
Sat, September 21, 2024
12:30 P.M.
bit.ly/homebookcook
You’re invited to watch or cook along as Chef Tonii makes a scrumptious meal inspired by the Free Library’s cookbook collection! Register at bit.ly/homebookcook . Chef Tonii made such delectable dishes this summer with watermelon, radish, zucchini, and basil at Wynnefield Library…
COURTNEY BELL--MEDICARE--EVERY MONDAY
Mon, September 23, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Senior Services
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Parkway Central Library
Courtney Bell is a Medicare benefits advisor. She will be on-hand Mondays from 10 am- 12 pm to answer your Pennsylvania Medicare questions. Attend one of her free workshops and find the best plan for you! This is a free workshop. No reservations are required. Please meet at the Senior…
Beginner English
Mon, September 23, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Mondays and Thursdays 10:30 am -12 pm (September 16 - December 5, 2024) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, September 23, 2024
11:00 A.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 Nancy. The group will meet in BRIC 60 on the ground floor. …
Intermediate ESL
Mon, September 23, 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…
Financial Help and Credit Repair Chat
Mon, September 23, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Join Sherry Hoban, Executive Director of the Consumer Bankruptcy Assistance Project (CBAP), for one-on-one financial help. Topics range from debt management to accessing annual credit reports. Bring all your financial questions! The program will meet in Parkway Central's First Floor lobby…
Beginner English
Mon, September 23, 2024
2:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
September 16, 2024 - December 4, 2024, 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners. …