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Rare Books Roadshow
Mon, April 28, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
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Rare Books Roadshow
Mon, April 28, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
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Rare Books Roadshow
Mon, April 28, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, April 28, 2025
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. …
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Adult Basic Literacy Classes
Mon, April 28, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Kingsessing 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. Adult Basic Literacy classes at Kingsessing…
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Legal Advice Live! With the Young Lawyers Division of the Philadelphia Bar Association
Mon, April 28, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Residents of Philadelphia and the surrounding counties can get free legal assistance from members of the Philadelphia Bar Association Young Lawyers Division on Monday, April 28 from 12-2 p.m. Residents can get advice on matters related to family law, housing and homeownership,…
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A Taste of African Heritage
Mon, April 28, 2025
1:30 P.M.
David Cohen Ogontz Library
Let's chat and learn about nutrition and taste traditional African dishes together. This program is led by a Jefferson-Einstein Nutrition Educator. For adults, and teens. Meets April 14, 21, 28; May 5
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Intermediate ESL
Mon, April 28, 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…
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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Mon, April 28, 2025
2:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours 2pm-5pm on Tuesday. with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. If you have questions, you can email socialservices@freelibrary.org. Social Workers are also…
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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Mon, April 28, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. 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®…
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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Mon, April 28, 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®…
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Crocheting
Mon, April 28, 2025
4:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Learn how to crochet with local artist Katie Brown. We have all supplies, just bring yourself.
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Philadelphia City Nature Challenge: Garden Sit and Sketch
Mon, April 28, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Be a part of the Philadelphia City Nature Challenge! Between April 25 and April 28th, Philadelphia and it's adjacent counties will be competing against other cities in the world to see who can find the most species in their regions. Join us for an all-ages program in our garden where you can…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, April 28, 2025
4:30 P.M.
Kensington 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 John. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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Exhibition: Photography Without Borders
Now through Mon, April 28, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Work by young photographers made by Photography Without Borders students in partnership with Philadelphia's Taller Puertorriqueño will be on display in the Art & Literature Department as well as the Art Department hallway gallery, throughout March and April 2025,…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Mon, April 28, 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.
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Beginner-Friendly Yoga for Adults
Mon, April 28, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Beginner-Friendly Yoga for Everyone! Join Yoga 4 Philly for a beginner-friendly yoga session that welcomes participants of all ages and abilities! This one-hour class will guide you through foundational poses and mindfulness techniques. Please dress comfortably and bring your own mat; we will…
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Beginner-Friendly Yoga for Adults
Mon, April 28, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Mondays, Apr 28th, May 5th, May 12th, 2025 5:00 – 6:00 PM Northeast Regional Library Beginner-Friendly Yoga for Everyone! Join Yoga 4 Philly for a beginner-friendly yoga session that welcomes participants of all ages and abilities! This one-hour class will guide you…
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Falls Book Club
Mon, April 28, 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 the 2025 One Book, One Philadelphia title. The group is open to all and new members are welcome. Our Book Club meets generally on the last Monday of the month,…
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Chair Yoga with Lindsey
Mon, April 28, 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…