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While our in-person events are on hold, we are offering virtual programming via a variety of platforms! Click an event to watch or join in.

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Virtual Is Starting a Nonprofit Right For You?

Virtual Is Starting a Nonprofit Right For You?

Tue, April 20, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Virtual

Starting a nonprofit can seem terrifically complicated--is it worth it?  This class can help you decide. In this session you’ll learn the legal and logistical elements necessary to start a successful nonprofit. You’ll also learn about possible alternatives to starting your own…

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Virtual English Conversation Group

Virtual English Conversation Group

Tue, April 20, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Virtual

Join us for a free conversation circle. Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other international adults in a casual learning environment. Class is currently full - for more information, call or text call 215-686-8664 or email SouthworthL@freelibrary.org  or…

  • Adult
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  • New Americans
  • Language Study
  • English Language Learners
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Virtual Beginner Japanese Learning Circle

Virtual Beginner Japanese Learning Circle

Tue, April 20, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Virtual

Tuesdays and Thursdays 10-11 a.m. starting March 30, 2021. Our first Virtual Beginner Japanese Learning Circle was so popular (and full), we decided to start another group! Meet with other adults interested in learning Japanese to explore the language through the Free Library database Mango…

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  • Virtual Programs
Virtual Beginning Japanese Learning Circle

Virtual Beginning Japanese Learning Circle

Tue, April 20, 2021 11:15 A.M.
Virtual

Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Meet with other adults interested in learning Japanese to explore the language through the Free Library database Mango Languages, as well as grammar and writing lessons. For beginners. Class is currently full - for more information, call or…

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Virtual Full Circle Career Workshop: Over 50? Learn How to Jump Over Age Barriers

Virtual Full Circle Career Workshop: Over 50? Learn How to Jump Over Age Barriers

Tue, April 20, 2021 12:00 P.M.
Virtual

Age can be a barrier or just a speed bump!  Mature workers face job search challenges that younger workers don’t. However, they also provide important workplace advantages that are becoming more valuable every day. Savvy mature workers are landing good high paying jobs because they…

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  • Career Workshops
  • Job Seekers
  • Virtual Programs
Online English Conversation Group

Online English Conversation Group

Tue, April 20, 2021 4:00 P.M.
Virtual

Join us for a free conversation circle. Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other international adults in a casual learning environment. 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. every Tuesday This group is currently full.  To sign up for the waitlist,  register for the group at the…

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  • Discussion and Participation
  • New Americans
  • Language Study
  • English Language Learners
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Virtual English Conversation Group

Virtual English Conversation Group

Tue, April 20, 2021 6:00 P.M.
Virtual

Join us for a free weekly conversation hour. Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other international adults in a casual learning environment. 6:00-7:30 pm every Tuesday. Class is currently full - for more informaiton or to join the waitlist, call 215-686-8664, email…

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  • New Americans
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VIRTUAL - Larry Krasner | <i>For the People: A Story of Justice and Power </i>

VIRTUAL - Larry Krasner | For the People: A Story of Justice and Power 

Tue, April 20, 2021 7:30 P.M.
Virtual

Cost: FREE

REGISTER HERE In conversation with Chris Jackson, Publisher & Editor-in-Chief, One World; and  Khadijah Costley White, Assistant Professor in the Department of Journalism and Media Studies at Rutgers University Winning on a platform of prison reform in a city notorious for its high…

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Virtual Program | What's Dena Reading?

Virtual Program | What's Dena Reading?

Tue, April 20, 2021 8:00 P.M.
Virtual

Check in with Librarian Dena every Tuesday night to see her talk about a book that she highly recommends!

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Virtual Creating a Competitive Analysis

Virtual Creating a Competitive Analysis

Wed, April 21, 2021 10:00 A.M.
Virtual

Learn how to identify your competitors and evaluate their strategies to determine their strengths and weaknesses relative to those of your own product or service. Topics to be covered include: How to identify your industry competitors Profiling your key competition How to analyze the strengths…

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Virtual Program: Edible Alphabet English

Virtual Program: Edible Alphabet English

Wed, April 21, 2021 10:30 A.M.
Virtual

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 videocall).   This class will meet on: WEDNESDAYS from 10:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Starting January 13, 2021…

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French Conversation Circle

French Conversation Circle

Wed, April 21, 2021 11:00 A.M.
Virtual

Bonjour! Salut! Bonsoir! Join the Languages and Learning Center’s French Conversation Circle! This FREE online group will build your knowledge and confidence in the French language all while introducing you to other French-loving adults in a casual and fun learning environment! We are…

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Online English Conversation Class

Online English Conversation Class

Wed, April 21, 2021 12:30 P.M.
Virtual

Wednesdays 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.   Practice English listening and speaking online while the library is closed to the public. Every week, participants will listen to/watch clips from Voice of America's 'Learning English' series and converse in English.    Class is…

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  • New Americans
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  • New Americans
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Philly Hot Jobs

Philly Hot Jobs

Wed, April 21, 2021 2:00 P.M.
Virtual

Tierre Graves, Digital Resource Specialist, presents Philly Hot Jobs .  To watch anytime, click here .    

  • Adult
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Healthy Eating with the Food Trust, Meal Planning

Healthy Eating with the Food Trust, Meal Planning

Wed, April 21, 2021 3:00 P.M.
Virtual

The second of three programs on healthy eating from The Food Trust, hosted by the Kingsessing Library. You are welcome to attend even if you missed part 1. April 21, 3pm -- Meal Planning: This lesson will teach you all about how to meal plan using MyPlate as a guide.  April 28, 3pm --…

  • Adult
  • Health Programs
  • Cooking and Nutrition
  • Virtual Programs
Virtual English Conversation Circle

Virtual English Conversation Circle

Wed, April 21, 2021 3:00 P.M.
Virtual

Join us for a free conversation circle. Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other international adults in a casual learning environment. 3:00-4:30 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday. Class is currently full - for more informaiton or to join the waitlist, call 215-686-8664…

  • Adult
  • Senior
  • Discussion and Participation
  • New Americans
  • Language Study
  • English Language Learners
  • Languages and Learning Center
  • Virtual Programs
Adult + Teen Read Out Loud

Adult + Teen Read Out Loud

Wed, April 21, 2021 3:00 P.M.
Virtual

Adult + Teen Read Out Louds highlighting poetry FB @ LillianMarreroBranch IG @ LillianMarreroLibrary

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  • Poetry
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Online English Conversation Group

Online English Conversation Group

Wed, April 21, 2021 4:00 P.M.
Virtual

Join us for a free online English conversation circle. Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other international adults in a casual learning environment. 4:00-5:00 p.m. every Wednesday  Class is currently full - for more informaiton or to join the waitlist, call…

  • Adult
  • Senior
  • Discussion and Participation
  • New Americans
  • Language Study
  • English Language Learners
  • Languages and Learning Center
  • Virtual Programs
Virtual Beginning French Learning Circle

Virtual Beginning French Learning Circle

Wed, April 21, 2021 5:00 P.M.
Virtual

Wednesdays 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. starting February 24 Meet with other adults interested in learning French to explore the language through the Free Library database Mango Languages. For beginners. Register here . Questions?  Call  215-686-8664 or email SouthworthL@freelibrary.org …

  • Adult
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  • Discussion and Participation
  • Language Study
  • Languages and Learning Center
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Art Book Club online: Watercolor - Week 1

Art Book Club online: Watercolor - Week 1

Wed, April 21, 2021 5:00 P.M.
Virtual

This informal group meets in a video-free private chat and image-sharing forum with a librarian from the Free Library's  Art Department  to discuss and be inspired by the different ways artists have used water-based paints like watercolor and its close relative, gouache. Join…

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