Pathway Forward: G.E.D Preparation Class

Sat, November 9, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department at Parkway Central Library

Join Pathway Forward and the Free Library of Philadelphia's Languages and Learning Center for FREE G.E.D. and Adult Basic Education classes on Saturdays and Sundays. Free classes on Saturdays starting October 12 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. English GED Prep 11:00 am – 12:00 p.m.…

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Read, Baby, Read Storytime and Playgroup

Sat, November 9, 2019 11:15 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Read! Sing! Play! Help your child learn through stories, songs, and fun activities. All programs are for children ages birth through 24 months and their caregivers. Expecting parents and siblings welcome.  Read, Baby, Read is a series of fun programs for babies, toddlers and…

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Literacy Lab

Sat, November 9, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Tacony Library

Literacy Lab is a small group literacy instruction program for students in 1st to 3rd grade who struggle to read on grade level. The core components of the program are: Read Alouds, Writing Activities, Independent Reading, and Literacy Activities, Games and Crafts. The Literacy Lab…

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Pathway Forward: G.E.D Preparation Class

Sun, November 10, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department at Parkway Central Library

Join Pathway Forward and the Free Library of Philadelphia's Languages and Learning Center for FREE G.E.D. and Adult Basic Education classes on Saturdays and Sundays. Free classes on Saturdays starting October 12 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. English GED Prep 11:00 am – 12:00 p.m.…

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Help your child develop literacy skills through the arts at our Lunchtime Literacy Through Music and Art for Families Program!

Tue, November 12, 2019 11:30 A.M.
Fishtown Community Library

Communicating about and through the arts at the Fishtown Community Library with Art Sphere Inc. will provide exciting ways for families to create art and make music together while helping children communicate their thoughts, feelings and ideas about their favorite books, themselves and their…

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14 Week Beginner Spanish Learning Circle

Tue, November 12, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department at Parkway Central Library

CLASS IS FULL.  TO JOIN THE WAITLIST, EMAIL ADULTLEARNING@FREELIBRARY.ORG This week we will meet in Culinary Literacy Center on the 4th floor.  Are you interested in learning Spanish or brushing up on your existing Spanish language skills? Have you ever started an online course only to…

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9 Week Intermediate Spanish Learning Circle

Tue, November 12, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department at Parkway Central Library

CLASS IS FULL.  TO JOIN THE WAITLIST, EMAIL ADULTLEARNING@FREELIBRARY.ORG Are you interested in learning Spanish or brushing up on your existing Spanish language skills? Have you ever started an online course only to lose motivation a few sessions in and never finish? Do you want to meet…

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Preschool Storytime

Wed, November 13, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Charles L. Durham Library

Preschoolers and their caregivers are welcome to come listen to stories, do finger plays, and sing songs with our children’s librarian, Mr. Pagán.

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Preschool Storytime

Thu, November 14, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Wynnefield Library

Join Ms. Susan for stories, songs, and interactive play.

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Read, Baby, Read My First Storytime

Thu, November 14, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Richmond Library

Bring your little one for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes and bounces. Siblings welcome. Text @Portrichmo to 81010 for text reminders.  Read, Baby, Read is a series of fun programs for babies, toddlers and their families, using new library spaces and materials to help develop language…

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Edible Alphabet - Learning English Through Cooking!

Fri, November 15, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Independence Library

Adults are invited to this FREE English class.  Each week we read, write, and speak in English--and cook a meal together! Fridays 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m October 11, 2019 - November 22, 2019 Attendance is preferred at all 6 classes.  Where: Independence Library 18 S 7th Street,…

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Preschool Storytime at the Library!

Fri, November 15, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more!  This program is best for children ages 3 to 5 along with an adult caregiver.  Siblings are always welcome. Daycares and other groups should call the library to arrange their own special appointment.

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Pathway Forward: G.E.D Preparation Class

Sat, November 16, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department at Parkway Central Library

Join Pathway Forward and the Free Library of Philadelphia's Languages and Learning Center for FREE G.E.D. and Adult Basic Education classes on Saturdays and Sundays. Free classes on Saturdays starting October 12 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. English GED Prep 11:00 am – 12:00 p.m.…

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Read, Baby, Read Storytime and Playgroup

Sat, November 16, 2019 11:15 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Read! Sing! Play! Help your child learn through stories, songs, and fun activities. All programs are for children ages birth through 24 months and their caregivers. Expecting parents and siblings welcome.  Read, Baby, Read is a series of fun programs for babies, toddlers and…

Toddler Baby Family Programs Children Family Literacy

Literacy Lab

Sat, November 16, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Tacony Library

Literacy Lab is a small group literacy instruction program for students in 1st to 3rd grade who struggle to read on grade level. The core components of the program are: Read Alouds, Writing Activities, Independent Reading, and Literacy Activities, Games and Crafts. The Literacy Lab…

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Read, Baby, Read: Baby Massage with Tiffany Silliman Cohen

Sat, November 16, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Come learn infant and pediatric massage through song, story, and hands on interactive skills. Bring a blanket and anything you may need to take care of you and your 0-2 year old. Tiffany Silliman Cohen is an Advanced Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist (CPMTII) and Certified Infant Massage…

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Pathway Forward: G.E.D Preparation Class

Sun, November 17, 2019 1:00 P.M.
Education Philosophy and Religion Department at Parkway Central Library

Join Pathway Forward and the Free Library of Philadelphia's Languages and Learning Center for FREE G.E.D. and Adult Basic Education classes on Saturdays and Sundays. Free classes on Saturdays starting October 12 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. English GED Prep 11:00 am – 12:00 p.m.…

Adult Young Adult Senior Discussion and Participation Education Free Library of Philadelphia Free Library of Philadelphia Programs & Services Jobs & Job Seekers Literacy Mathematics Science Test Preparation GED Languages and Learning Center

Edible Alphabet - Learning English Through Cooking!

Mon, November 18, 2019 10:30 A.M.
Lawncrest Library

Adults are invited to this FREE English class.  Each week we read, write, and speak in English--and cook a meal together! Mondays 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m October 21, 2019 - December 2, 2019 Attendance is preferred at all 6 classes.  Where: Lawncrest Library 6098 Rising…

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Read, Baby, Read: Baby Massage with Tiffany Silliman Cohen

Mon, November 18, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Richmond Library

Come learn infant and pediatric massage through song, story, and hands on interactive skills. This FREE series will happen on third Mondays, June-Dec 2019, except August. Register today for one, two, or all! Each will give you new skills and ideas on how to have fun and support your babies…

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Therapy Dog Storytime

Mon, November 18, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Eleanor the dog will be at Fumo Family Library for one-on-one reading sessions! She is a trained therapy dog, who provides a judgement free environment and allows  children to open up and feel comfortable about reading aloud. This program is geared toward ages 6-12, but other children, such…

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