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AARP: Fraud Prevention for Seniors
Wed, September 4, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Have you ever been approached with a fraudulent offer or been a victim of identity theft? These days, scammers are sophisticated. Separating the real from the phony can be tough—especially when emotions are running high. Join us for a free event where we’ll discuss the latest scams,…
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Wed, September 4, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Bustleton 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®…
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Wed, September 4, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Haverford 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®…
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Wed, September 4, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional 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®…
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Wed, September 4, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional 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®…
Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, September 4, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Wednesdays from 2-4:30 pm in the…
Sew What?! Afternoon Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Wed, September 4, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Wednesdays from 2-4:30 pm in the…
Movie Matinee
Wed, September 4, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
Join us for a screening of a newly released film in our downstairs meeting room. Please contact the library for movie titles (215-685-6621).
Fiber Friends
Wed, September 4, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Fiber artists are invited to join us for an afternoon of crafting and conversation with fellow artists. All skill levels are welcome. Assistance with knitting and sewing will be provided, and we have a sewing machine to use. Some supplies will be available. We'll be meeting from…
Free Narcan and Fentanyl Test Strip Distribution - Outside the Library
Wed, September 4, 2024
2:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH) has partnered with the Library to offer a safe, discreet place to pick-up Narcan and Fentanyl Test Strips today. PDPH will be in front of the library from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m . to answer questions and provide additional resources. …
PA CareerLink® Workshop: Welcome to PA CareerLink®
Wed, September 4, 2024
2:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
This is an in-person workshop that offers an overview of PA CareerLink® services! We will also review the PA CareerLink® website and some online tools to assist with your job search endeavors. Please visit pacareerlink.pa.gov to register. If you aren’t able to register…
PA CareerLink® Workshop: Welcome to PA CareerLink®
Wed, September 4, 2024
2:30 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
This is an in-person workshop that offers an overview of PA CareerLink® services! We will also review the PA CareerLink® website and some online tools to assist with your job search endeavors. Please visit pacareerlink.pa.gov to register. If you aren’t able to register…
Beginner English
Wed, September 4, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Independence Library
Mondays and Wednesdays 3-4:30 pm (September 4 - November 18, 2024) For Beginner English learners, this course offers structured lessons to enhance your ability to read, write, listen, and speak in English. The class focuses on practical language use in everyday contexts and integrates cultural…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, September 4, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Charles Santore 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 volunteers Robin and Ted. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Wed, September 4, 2024
6:00 P.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 Natalia. The group will meet in Room 108 on the first floor.…
Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Rare Book Department: The Pennsylvania German Collection at the Free Library
Wed, September 4, 2024
6:30 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Immigrants from central Europe from what is now Germany began arriving in Philadelphia in 1683 with the establishment of the Germantown Colony. These German speaking migrants brought their language and cultural traditions with them. They created a unique aesthetic whose influence is still…
Basic English Literacy
Thu, September 5, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Southwest CDC, 6328 Paschall Avenue, 19142
Do you know an adult who wants to learn English and does not know how to read or write? The Free Library of Philadelphia is offering a FREE basic English literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills in English. For more information, call 215-686-8664 or email…
Public Health Outreach
Thu, September 5, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Holmesburg Library
A representative from the city’s Department of Public Health will be at the library to provide COVID test, masks, hand sanitizer and information on vaccines from 10 AM until noon.
Edible Alphabet: Learn English Through Cooking
Thu, September 5, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Thursdays 10:30 am - 1:30 pm (August 29 - October 3, 2024) 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. Sign up for the interest list at www.bit.ly/EAEnglish Edible Alphabet English is made…
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Thu, September 5, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Wyoming Library
Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 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®…