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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, January 30, 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…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, January 30, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Whitman 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 Doris. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Nature Book Club
Thu, January 30, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Join us for a monthly book discussion. This month we will be talking about Consumed by Aja Barber. A limited number of copies will be available at the library; please call before picking up your copy. Tea will be provided. We will be meeting at the Wissahickon Environmental Center…
Community Crafting Circle
Thu, January 30, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Bring your crafting hobby of choice to the library and stitch with your neighbors at this low-key crafting circle. This program is intended for teens and adults.
Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, January 30, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
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 collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in the Heim…
Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, January 30, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
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 collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in the Heim…
Exhibition Opening | Secretary to the People: Sheryl Oring Uses a Typewriter to Activate Democracy with Art on the Streets of Philly and Beyond
Thu, January 30, 2025
5:30 P.M.
First Floor Gallery West
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Parkway Central Library
Join us on the evening of January 30th at the Parkway Central branch of The Free Library of Philadelphia as we launch this multimedia installation showcasing over 20 years of work by artist Sheryl Oring. With her “I Wish to Say” project, in which she dresses as a 1960s secretary and…
Movement Mornings
Fri, January 31, 2025
10:10 A.M.
Fox Chase Library
Join Dr. Jerika from Yoga4Philly for a weekly Chair Yoga session. All levels welcome.
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Fri, January 31, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Charles L. Durham 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 Nicole. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Crochet Club
Fri, January 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Are you interested in crochet? You are invited to come and help us launch Northeast Regional Library’s new Crochet Club! Please bring your own materials as we grow our group. The library has plenty of books with designs to spark your imagination, and we encourage your…
An Interview With the Chief Theater Critic for The New York Times Jesse Green
Fri, January 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Senior Services
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Parkway Central Library
After writing more than 1,000 theater reviews, Jesse Green, the Chief Theater Critic for The New York Times, still feels anxious about writing on deadline---and he still sweats the small stuff. During the intermission of a major Broadway show, Green will go for a walk, so that he is…
One on One Basic Computer Help Appointments
Fri, January 31, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Would you like to use the computer but need help? Help is available from 11-2 by appointment. Call the Magazines & Newspapers Department to schedule your Friday appointment at 215-685-0525.
Beginner English
Fri, January 31, 2025
11:30 A.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Tuesdays and Fridays 11:30 am to 1:00 pm (January 28 - April 22, 2025) 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
Fri, January 31, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is led by Free Library volunteer Suniti. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-8664.
Microsoft Programs: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job
Fri, January 31, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Hot Spots
Discover how to take on common tasks and boost your digital productivity using various Microsoft tools across devices. Registration not required. Location information at freelibrary.org/hotspots .
Intermediate English
Fri, January 31, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Tuesdays and Fridays 2-3:30 pm (January 28 - April 15, 2025) 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…
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Fri, January 31, 2025
2:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia 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®…
English Conversation Group - Advanced
Fri, January 31, 2025
3:45 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest 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 advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library staff. We will meet for about 45 minutes.
Today We Are Possible Exhibit
Now through Fri, January 31, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
"Today We Are Possible" is an exploration of the connections between gender and wealth. Photographer Gregory Wright skillfully captures vibrant and intimate portraits depicting the captivating stories of six remarkable Philadelphia women—Faith, Ingrid, Ivy, Taina, Tamara,…
Exhibition: Our Flesh of Flames by Theodore Harris and Amiri Baraka
Now through Fri, January 31, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
An exhibition of artwork by Philadelphia-based artist Theodore Harris will be on display in the hallway galleries of the Art & Literature departments through the end of January 2025. This exhibit will take place in conjunction with a reading from the new and expanded…