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Edible Alphabet: Learn English through Cooking
Fri, June 28, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Adults are invited to this FREE class for English language learners. Each week we read, write, and speak in English - and cook a meal together! The class is in the basement meeting room. To sign-up, call, email kitchen@freelibrary.org , or visit www.bit.ly/EAEnglish Edible…
Chess Club
Fri, June 28, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Lillian Marrero Library's Chess Club is open to players of all skill levels! From beginners to experienced players, any student that wants to deepen their understanding of chess tactics and strategies is welcome.
Summer Gardening Series: Herb and Tea Garden Workshop
Fri, June 28, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Chestnut Hill Library
Discover the joys of growing herbs in any space! This workshop will guide you through the essentials of cultivating several of the most popular culinary and tea-making herbs, both in-ground and in containers. Learn about their uses, from cooking to therapeutic benefits, and how to care for them…
English Conversation Group - Advanced
Fri, June 28, 2024
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 Jane and Lily.
Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, July 1, 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 1, 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 1: Be a Planetary Geologist! July 8: Be a Rocket Engineer! July 15: Be a Spacesuit Designer! July 22: Be an Astrobiologist!…
English for Beginners
Mon, July 1, 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 1, 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.
Leamos Spanish Literacy
Tue, July 2, 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 .
Leamos: clases de alfabetización
Tue, July 2, 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…
Science in the Summer: Be a Robotics Engineer!
Tue, July 2, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
Explore Mars with GSK and the Franklin Institute's Science in the Summer program! Over five weeks, we will learn about rockets, engineering, astronauts, and more. Today we will talk about being a Robotics Engineer. This program is for children entering 2nd through 6th…
Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Tue, July 2, 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…
English Class - Mixed Level
Tue, July 2, 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…
Science in the Summer: Be a Robotics Engineer!
Tue, July 2, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library
Explore Mars with GSK and the Franklin Institute's Science in the Summer program! Over five weeks, we will learn about rockets, engineering, astronauts, and more. Today we will talk about being a Robotics Engineer. This program is for children entering 2nd through 6th…
Science in the Summer
Tue, July 2, 2024
2:30 P.M.
Tacony Library
Science in the Summer Let’s explore space! Join us for GSK’s Science in the Summer program! This program is for children entering 2nd through 6th grades. Registration is required as supplies and space are limited. Groups cannot be accommodated.
Intermediate Practical English
Tue, July 2, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
May 30, 2024 to August 13, 2024, 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm Improve your English through this in-person course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. For intermediate learners. This course will strengthen your speaking, listening, and reading skills through navigating various real-life…
Science in the Summer: Be an Astrobiologist
Tue, July 2, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Big Question: How can we discover if a sample contains something alive? Kids entering grades 2 - 6 can be space scientists this summer at the Falls Library! Science in the Summer is a free science education program that helps elementrary school children "grow into science',…
Trauma Processing Workshop for Teens (Ages 13-15)
Tue, July 2, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Empowering youth to develop skills to process community violence through storytelling. Workshops will use trauma-informed practices to support youth in building community connections and reducing the cycle of violence. Presented by First Person Arts. Plesae register here . Tuesdays, July 2nd…
Trauma Processing Workshop for Teens (Ages 16-18)
Tue, July 2, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Empowering youth to develop skills to process community violence through storytelling. Workshops will use trauma-informed practices to support youth in building community connections and reducing the cycle of violence. Presented by First Person Arts. Plesae register here . Tuesdays, July 2nd…
English Conversation Group
Tue, July 2, 2024
5:45 P.M.
Fishtown Community 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 Gleb. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…