Fall Session of The New York Public Library Free English Classes for Speakers of Other Languages Opens for Registration September 8
 
Registration for The New York Public Library’s free classes in English for speakers of other languages begins September 8 at the 21 branches where the classes are offered in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Classes at both beginning and low intermediate levels are offered. The classes are offered by the Library in association with the Riverside Language Program, Inc.

Participants must register in person at the branch library where classes will be held. As space is limited, registration will be drawn by lottery at all branches. An English proficiency test will be given at the time of registration to determine class placement. Anyone of eligible age is welcome. Documentation is not required. More information on the English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program is available through the Library’s Office of Community Outreach Services at (212) 340-0918 or the website: http://www.nypl.org/classes/esol.html.

ESOL Registration and Class Schedule
Bronx Branches

Bronx Library Center, 310 East Kingsbridge Road (at Briggs Avenue), 718.579.4244 Registration: Wednesday, September 26, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Wednesday, October 3 to Wednesday, December 19.

Hunt's Point Branch, 877 Southern Boulevard (at Tiffany Street), 718.617.0338 Registration: Wednesday, September 26, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Wednesday, October 3 to Wednesday December 19.

Kingsbridge Branch, 280 West 231st Street (at Corlear Avenue), 718.548.5656, Registration: Thursday, September 27, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Tuesday, October 2 to Thursday, December 13.

Mott Haven Branch, 321 East 140 Street (at Alexander Avenue), 718.665.4878, Registration: Saturday, September 8, 2007 from 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. from September 15 to Saturday, December 15.

Parkchester Branch, 1985 Westchester Avenue (at Pugsley Avenue), 718.829.7830, Registration: Monday, September 24, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Monday, October 1 to Monday, December 17.

Van Nest Branch, 2147 Barnes Avenue (near Pelham Parkway South), 718.829.5864, Registration: Monday, September 24, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Monday, October 1, to Monday, December 17.

Westchester Square Branch, 2521 Glebe Avenue (near Tremont and Westchester Aves.), 718.863.0436 Registration: Wednesday, September 26, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Wednesday, October 3 to Wednesday, December 19.

Manhattan Branches

Aguilar Branch, 174 East 110th Street, 212.534.2930, Registration: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Tuesday, October 2 to Thursday, December 13. Note: This is an integrated technology assisted English class.

125th Street Branch, 224 East 125th Street (near Third Avenue), 212.534.5050, Registration: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Tuesday, October 2 to Thursday, December 13. Child Companion Program for children ages 5-12 while parents attend class (limited space). 

Chatham Square Branch, 33 East Broadway (near Catherine Street), 212.964.6598, Registration: Wednesday, September 26. 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Wednesday, October 3 to Wednesday, December 19.

Fort Washington Branch, 535 West 179th Street (between St. Nicholas & Audubon Aves.), 212.927.3533, Registration: Wednesday, September 26, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Wednesday, October 3 to Wednesday, December 19.

Inwood Branch, 4790 Broadway (near Dyckman Street), 212.942.2445, Registration: Thursday, September 27, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Tuesday, October 2 to Thursday, December 13. Child Companion Program for children ages 5-12 while parents attend class (limited space). 

Muhlenberg Branch, 209 West 23rd Street (near Seventh Avenue), 212.924.1585, Registration: Monday, September 24, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Monday, October 1 to Monday, December 17.

Riverside Branch, 127 Amsterdam Avenue (at W. 65th St.), 212.870.1810, Registration: Monday, September 24, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Monday, October 1 to Monday, December 17.

Seward Park Branch, 192 East Broadway (at Jefferson Street), 212.477.6770, Registration: Monday, September 24, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Monday, October 1 to Monday, December 17.

Washington Heights Branch, 1000 St. Nicholas Avenue (at West 160th Street), 212.923.6054, Registration: Saturday, September 8, 2007 starts at 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. from Saturday, September 15 to Saturday, December 15. 

Staten Island Branches

Dongan Hills Branch, 1617 Richmond Road (between Seaview and Liberty Avenues), 718.351.1444 Registration: Thursday, September 27, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: High Intermediate. Classes meet Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Tuesday, October 2 to Thursday, December 13. 

New Dorp Branch, 309 New Dorp Lane (between Edison & Clawson Streets), 718.351.2977, Registration: Wednesday, September 26, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Wednesday, October 3 to Wednesday, December 19. 

Port Richmond Branch, 75 Bennett Street (at Heberton Ave.), 718.442.0158, Registration: Wednesday, September 26, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Wednesday, October 3 to Wednesday, December 19.

St. George Library Center, 5 Central Ave. (near Borough Hall), 718.442.8560, Registration: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Tuesday, October 2 to Thursday, December 13.

Todt Hill-Westerleigh Branch, 2550 Victory Boulevard (past Willowbrook Rd.), 718.494.1642, Registration: Monday, September 24, 2007 starts at 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Levels: Beginner and Low Intermediate. Classes meet Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. from Monday, October 1, to Monday, December 17. 

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