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English and Digital Literacy
Mon, March 31, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Mondays and Thursdays 12-1:30 pm (February 6 - April 21, 2025) 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 learning…
English as a Second Language Class
Mon, March 31, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) prep classes beginning 3/10/2025. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 2/24/2025 and…
Gretchen Gettes plays the Viola da Gamba
Mon, March 31, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Art Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Gretchen Gettes plays the viola da gamba in the Art & Literature Department balcony. Gretchen Gettes is a professional musician living in Philadelphia, whose life philosophy is to do more of what she loves. When she heard the beautiful, earthy tone of the viola da gamba, an instrument dating…
GED Math & Science Prep Presented by Community College of Philadelphia
Mon, March 31, 2025
1:10 P.M.
Tacony Library
FREE GED Math & Science Prep at Tacony Library Presented by Community College of Philadelphia January 22 – April 9, 2025 Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 1:10 – 3:40 PM NO class on Feb. 17, March 3, 5 and 6 Are you planning to take the GED or HiSET exam? This CCP…
Intermediate ESL
Mon, March 31, 2025
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…
Beginner English
Mon, March 31, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Mondays and Wednesdays 2-3:30 pm (February 3 - April 21, 2025) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by UPenn graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners. Sign up for the interest list at…
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Mon, March 31, 2025
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®…
*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Mon, March 31, 2025
3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
**Class is full and not accepting new students. Please call the number below to be placed on the waitlist.** 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 register at…
Printmaking by the People
Mon, March 31, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Wynnefield Library
Using the original design of the mimeograph and a simple table-top stencil duplicator, you will create your very own version of a mimeograph print! This event is part of a larger project through Mural Arts called Printmaking by the People which aims to empower local printmakers and small…
Crocheting
Mon, March 31, 2025
4:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Learn how to crochet with local artist Katie Brown. We have all supplies, just bring yourself.
Healthy Hair Flair Experience
Mon, March 31, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Tanisha, a certified hair stylist, will teach how to use professional styling tools, hair products, & answer any questions about hair wellness. Due to the use of hot styling tools, this program is suggested for ages 8+.
Women's History Month Jazz Concert: Leon Jordan, Jr. and Band
Mon, March 31, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Come enjoy a free concert at the library. The Leon Jordan, Jr. Jazz Band will present a tribute to Women throughout Jazz History. This program is for all ages and is sponsored by the American Federation of Musicians Local 77, and the Music Performance Fund.
Top 5 Game Tournament
Mon, March 31, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Don't miss out on this exciting event. Bring your friends and family for fun, competition, and the chance to win some fantastic prizes. This tournament will be hosted by Steve The Legacy, the creative mind behind Top 5, who will be on hand to guide participants through the…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, March 31, 2025
5:00 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 staff member Chloe.
Falls Book Club
Mon, March 31, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Join the Falls Book Club - one of the Free Library's longest running programs. The book selection for this month will be Enemies: a Love Story, by Isaac Bashevis Singer. The group is open to all and new members are welcome. Our Book Club meets generally on the last Monday of…
Ask a Digital Resource Specialist
Mon, March 31, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
A Digital Resource Specialist will be on hand to answer your questions about tech in the library, and at home. Topics include smartphones, laptops, Wi-Fi, flash drives, printers, and more.
Chair Yoga with Lindsey
Mon, March 31, 2025
5:45 P.M.
Charles Santore Library
Chair Yoga is a form of yoga that uses a chair as the main prop versus a traditional mat. This makes the practice more accessible to those that have trouble putting pressure on the knees and wrists, and is suitable for all levels and ages. The program will be taught by Lindsey Gill, a certified…
English as a Second Language
Tue, April 1, 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. …
Edible Alphabet: Learn English through Cooking! (Online)
Tue, April 1, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Zoom
Tuesdays 10:30 am - 12:30 pm (April 1 - May 20, 2025) Adults are invited to this FREE online English class. Each week we read, write, and speak in English--and cook a meal together (at our own homes, connected through video call). Free grocery pick up available. Register at www.bit.ly/EAEnglish…
*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Tue, April 1, 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…