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Cooking With Miss Keisha
Sat, July 27, 2024
1:30 P.M.
Tacony Library
Come cook along with the mobile cooking teacher. Learn about cooking and baking techniques while working in a team. Then eat the wonderful food you cooked! Program begins at 1:30 PM and ends by 4 PM. Enrollment is limited to 15. Please call 215-685-8756 or stop by to sign up. This program…
Theatre Writers Gathering in Philadelphia
Sat, July 27, 2024
2:30 P.M.
Literature Department
at
Parkway Central Library
Join us at our Theatre Writer Advocacy Session on Saturday, July 27, from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm, featuring our new Philadelphia Affinity Regional Rep, Will Vence Jr, and our new Philadelphia Regional Rep, Charles Primerano. The Dramatists Guild is thrilled to continue our national…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, July 29, 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. …
Computer Skills for Beginners
Mon, July 29, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
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 arrive by the indicated time or call to register at 215-474-1235. Classes will take place in the Technology Training Lab,…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, July 29, 2024
11:00 A.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 volunteer Bri.
GED Math & Science Prep Presented by Community College of Philadelphia
Mon, July 29, 2024
1:30 P.M.
Tacony Library
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 1:30 – 4:00 p.m. July 15 – September 12, 2024 Are you planning to take the GED or HiSET exam? This CCP course will help you prepare for the math and science portions of the exams. For more information, please contact CCP at…
Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, July 29, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
This class will be held 3:00-5:00 pm from June 26th to July 29th. Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-868-8664 or email…
Science in the Summer: Space Science
Mon, July 29, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Join us for an hour of hands-on fun and learning every Monday in July, as we explore Mars with science! July 29: Be a Robotics Engineer! Please contact crimminsj@freelibrary.org for more information.
*FULL* Computer Skills for Beginners
Mon, July 29, 2024
3:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
*Class is full and not accepting new students. Please call the number below to 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 Beyond Literacy, please call to…
Be a Space Scientist! Science in the Summer for Grades 2nd Through 4th
Mon, July 29, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for an hour of hands-on fun as we explore space and science careers through fun experiments! This session is for younger kids in 2nd through 4th grade. Snacks provided. July 29: Be a Planetary Geologist! August 5: Be a Rocket Engineer!…
English for Beginners
Mon, July 29, 2024
3:30 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
Join other adults to learn to read, write, and speak English. You’ll practice English for daily communication and build your confidence in this in-person course. No registration required, call the branch or speak with a library staff member for more information. This group is led by Free…
Chess Club
Mon, July 29, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Richmond Library
Learn and improve your chess playing skills with top-notch chess players! Free and open to the public. All ages and skill levels welcome. No registration required. Text @ricadult or @ricschool to 81010 for reminders.
Be a Space Scientist! Science in the Summer for 5th and 6th Grade
Mon, July 29, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Join us for an hour of hands-on fun as we explore space and science careers through fun experiments! This session is for older kids in 5th and 6th grade. Snacks provided. July 29: Be a Planetary Geologist! August 5: Be a Rocket Engineer!…
Leamos: clases de alfabetización
Tue, July 30, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
¿Conoce a un adulto que habla español que quiere aprender a leer o escribir? Leamos ™ es un curso gratuito de alfabetización que enseña a los adultos cómo leer y escribir. Para más información, llame al 215-685-9996/escriba a…
Leamos Spanish Literacy
Tue, July 30, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Do you know a Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn to read or write? Leamos™ (Let's Read) is a FREE Spanish literacy course that teaches adults how to read and write. For more information, call 215-868-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org .
Science in the Summer: Be a Spacesuit Designer
Tue, July 30, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Be a space scientist this summer! Science in the Summer , in collaboration with The Franklin Institute , is a fun free STEM program for youth entering grades 2 – 6 that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers! Come be a Spacesuit Designer and test different…
Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Tue, July 30, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Do you know an adult who wants to learn to read or write? We are offering FREE basic literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills. For more information, call 215-868-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org. Please note this class will be taking place in the downstairs…
Art Making with the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Art
Tue, July 30, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Wyoming Library
Come to the library for a hands-on art making workshop and to learn about Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts programming. This workshop will help engage children in arts and culture. From 1:00 - 2:30 PM. Recommended for school age children.
English Class - Mixed Level
Tue, July 30, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
This informal group is for mid-level beginner to intermediate learners and will cover vocabulary building, pronounciation, phrases, idioms, and basic grammar. Taught by IndoChinese American Council. Classes open to all, for more information please contact Dan O’Neill at…
English Class - Mixed Level
Tue, July 30, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
This informal group is for mid-level beginner to intermediate learners and will cover vocabulary building, pronounciation, phrases, idioms, and basic grammar. Taught by IndoChinese American Council. Classes open to all, for more information please contact Dan O’Neill at…