English

Join us for our free, in-person Introductory ESL (English as a Second Language) Class held every Wednesday from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. This class is designed for beginners and will focus on basic English language skills to help you communicate in everyday situations.

Registration is required. To sign up, please visit the front desk to fill out a paper application.

The class is ongoing, so you are welcome to register and begin attending at any time. Don’t miss this opportunity to improve your English in a welcoming and supportive environment!

Join us at the public library to practice speaking English in a welcoming and relaxed setting. This class is great for all levels and focuses on everyday conversation to help you build confidence and improve your skills. Come meet new people, have fun, and learn practical English.

If you are interesting in Learn Excel 2019 We offer free class where you learn how to streamline data entry with AutoFill. Then, get chart recommendations based on your data, and create them with one click. Or easily spot trends and patterns with data bars, color coding, and icons., The course also teaches you how to add rows and columns and change column widths, how to use copy, cut and paste to save time, and how to print the correct part of your spreadsheet!

A weekly Computer Class for Adult Beginners to discover and improve their skills in this increasingly high-tech age. Every week we learn by doing Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Email, Resumes, Internet Safety, Google Searches, and more!

Enjoy fun stories, engaging songs, and interactive activities designed to spark your little one's imagination. Perfect for ages 2-5, this session fosters early literacy skills and a love for reading in a cozy, welcoming environment.

"Jack of All Crafts" is a new crafting club at Stratford Branch Library. Every week, we will introduce a new (and some familiar) crafts to work on together for an hour of relaxation and socializing. The library will provide all supplies. All you need to bring is yourself and a passion for learning!

This Thursday, we'll be learning how to create Macrame Heart Keychains

The Baldwin Boettcher Branch Library hosts English classes for adults ages 18+ who are interested in learning to speak the English language or improve their English-speaking skills. We teach basic English grammar subjects and words that relate to basic life skills. The students have the opportunity to practice speaking the English language with other students.

Join us weekly on Mondays from 2:00PM to 3:30PM to practice speaking English with other intermediate and advanced learners. Please register for the class by filling out a student application at our front desk.

Tenemos una clase de inglés conversacional cada lunes a las 2:00 de la tarde. En esta clase puede practicar el inglés platicando con otros estudiantes intermedios y avanzados. Por favor llene la solicitud de registro y entréguela a nuestro escritorio de servicio antes de llegar a la clase.

Your resume tells employers what you’ve done—your cover letter tells them who you are. Join us for a lively Cover Letter Presentation where we’ll spill the secrets to grabbing attention, showing personality, and making hiring managers say, ‘We need to meet this person!’ Whether you’re applying for your first job or your dream job, you’ll leave inspired and ready to put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard).

Join us on the third Monday of each month as we discuss a book chosen from a variety of genres!

The selection for this month TBA



Registration is not required, but space may be limited.

Physical copies of the book may be available to check out behind the Adult Reference Desk on the second floor of the library. Digital copies may be available at hcpl.overdrive.com.