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Advanced Beginner English Language Learning (ELL)

Expanding English

2025-04-02 09:30:00 2025-04-02 11:00:00 America/New_York Advanced Beginner English Language Learning (ELL) Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B

Wednesday, April 02
9:30am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2025-04-02 09:30:00 2025-04-02 11:00:00 America/New_York Advanced Beginner English Language Learning (ELL) Class will provide conversation, reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary development. For students who are advanced beginner level English learners. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B

Program Room A-B

Class will provide conversation, reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary development. For students who are advanced beginner level English learners.

Please contact cph-ell@sals.edu with questions.

Classes are free and open to the public.

All programs are subject to change.

Photos or videos may be taken at this event. Click here to see our photo policy.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | English Language Learning |

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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library

Phone: 518-371-8622
Library Director
Alex Gutelius

Hours
Mon, Mar 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Mar 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Mar 19 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Mar 20 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Mar 21 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 22 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 23 12:00PM to 5:00PM

About the library

The Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library provides a wide range of materials, programs, and services to the residents of Clifton Park and Halfmoon. We are a member of the Southern Adirondack Library System. Our mission is to nurture and foster community connections by providing the space and resources for patrons to be educated, entertained, and enriched. Our vision is to be at the heart of our community. The go-to place to meet, learn, and do. 

Upcoming events

Wed, Mar 19, 9:30am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Class will provide... more
Class will provide conversation, reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary development. For students who are advanced beginner level English learners.

Wed, Mar 19, 9:30am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room D
Class will provide... more
Class will provide conversation, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary development, and learning survival English. For students who are true and low beginner level English learners.

Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
Nurture your preschooler's love... more
Nurture your preschooler's love of reading with stories, songs, and a fun craft activity!
Registration is now closed

Rescheduled
Wed, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Monday, March 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Make clay magnets for your... more
Make clay magnets for your school locker or other magnetic surface!

Wed, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
An opportunity for neurodiverse... more
An opportunity for neurodiverse families to enjoy story time together. This small group program will be followed by a short playtime.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C
Join us for an embroidery... more
Join us for an embroidery workshop and learn how to create a native bird pin! This program will be repeated on April 6.

Wed, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Classes will focus on grammar... more
Classes will focus on grammar and will incorporate listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. For intermediate level English learners.

Thu, Mar 20, 9:30am - 10:30am
Zoom - Zoom
Classes will cover... more
Classes will cover conversation, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary development, pronunciation, American culture, and current events. For intermediate level students.
Registration is now closed

Thu, Mar 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Nurture your child's love of... more
Nurture your child's love of reading with stories, songs, and other fun activities!

Thu, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - AS Virtual Room,Program Room C
All are welcome, including new... more
All are welcome, including new participants.

Thu, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Enjoy a range of talks from... more
Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders.This week, Clara Bingham will discuss How Women’s Liberation Transformed America.
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Thu, Mar 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
Join us for our informal... more
Join us for our informal hang-out, book discussion of The Magic Misfits by Neil Patrick Harris, and craft activity! Light refreshments may be served.

Fri, Mar 21, 9:30am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
For those interested in... more
For those interested in learning more about American history and government, or those preparing to take the U.S. Citizenship Exam in 2025.
Registration is now closed

Fri, Mar 21, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
Join us as we learn about and... more
Join us as we learn about and create rainbows! This event is designed for homeschoolers who want to meet up and experiment with STEAM--Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.

Sat, Mar 22, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
AARP volunteers who have been... more
AARP volunteers who have been trained and certified by the IRS will prepare Federal and State Income tax returns for individual taxpayers of all ages and backgrounds.

Sat, Mar 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Join the Capital District... more
Join the Capital District Genealogical Society members for their monthly meeting, and to hear a live-stream presentation by Maureen Taylor, the Photo Detective.

Sun, Mar 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
George Steele, a Capital Region... more
George Steele, a Capital Region naturalist and environmental educator, will show photographs and speak about local wildlife captured by trail cameras.

Mon, Mar 24, 9:00am - 5:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
AARP volunteers who have been... more
AARP volunteers who have been trained and certified by the IRS will prepare Federal and State Income tax returns for individual taxpayers of all ages and backgrounds.

Mon, Mar 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Nurture your child's love of... more
Nurture your child's love of reading with stories, songs, and other fun activities!

Mon, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
Create a work of art while... more
Create a work of art while enjoying something to drink. This month we will be painting a shamrock with a ladybug!
This event is full

Mon, Mar 24, 7:15pm - 9:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Board meeting with public comment.

Tue, Mar 25, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-D
Nearly every 2 seconds someone... more
Nearly every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. Help boost the regional blood supply by donating here at the Library from 1-6 pm.
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Tue, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - AS Virtual Room,Piracci Board Room
This group will read a wide... more
This group will read a wide range of romance titles covering different tropes, time periods, and subgenres.

Tue, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - YS Virtual Room
Get comfy in your favorite PJs,... more
Get comfy in your favorite PJs, grab a blanket, and tune in for a special story time with Miss Chrissie!

Wed, Mar 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Reading Area
De-stress and pet a therapy... more
De-stress and pet a therapy dog! Drop by the 2nd Floor Reading Area to hang out with a furry friend. Come alone or with a friend. For adults only.

Wed, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
Nurture your preschooler's love... more
Nurture your preschooler's love of reading with stories, songs, and a fun craft activity!

Wed, Mar 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Save time and communicate... more
Save time and communicate effectively! Discover a proven tool to plan, organize, and deliver confident, impactful messages in presentations, emails, surveys, and more.
Register

Wed, Mar 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Enjoy a range of talks from... more
Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders.This week, Jennifer Weiner will discuss Dreams We Chase.
Register

Wed, Mar 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room D
Crisis Communications Meeting

Thu, Mar 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Nurture your child's love of... more
Nurture your child's love of reading with stories, songs, and other fun activities!

Thu, Mar 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Worried about viruses and... more
Worried about viruses and malware? Join us for this presentation to uncover practical tips and tools to keep your devices secure and protected!
This event is full

Thu, Mar 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Join Michael Diana, Historian... more
Join Michael Diana, Historian and Director of Education at the Schenectady County Historical Society/Mabee Farm Historic Site, to uncover the story of the 300-year-old farmstead.

Fri, Mar 28, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-D
A weekend of four original... more
A weekend of four original short plays performed by local talent. All ages welcome.

Sat, Mar 29, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
AARP volunteers who have been... more
AARP volunteers who have been trained and certified by the IRS will prepare Federal and State Income tax returns for individual taxpayers of all ages and backgrounds.

Sat, Mar 29, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-D
A weekend of four original... more
A weekend of four original short plays performed by local talent. All ages welcome.

Sun, Mar 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-D
A weekend of four original... more
A weekend of four original short plays performed by local talent. All ages welcome.

Mon, Mar 31, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
AARP volunteers who have been... more
AARP volunteers who have been trained and certified by the IRS will prepare Federal and State Income tax returns for individual taxpayers of all ages and backgrounds.

Mon, Mar 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Nurture your child's love of... more
Nurture your child's love of reading with stories, songs, and other fun activities!

Mon, Mar 31, 1:30pm - 2:45pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Learn to use an iPad for email... more
Learn to use an iPad for email and web research. Learn how to download apps to your device so you can stay connected online!

Mon, Mar 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
Make clay magnets for your... more
Make clay magnets for your school locker or other magnetic surface!

Tue, Apr 01, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Teen Place
Work on this fun craft when you... more
Work on this fun craft when you visit the Teen Place.

Tue, Apr 01, 9:30am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Class will provide... more
Class will provide conversation, reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary development. For students who are advanced beginner level English learners.

Tue, Apr 01, 9:30am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room D
Class will provide... more
Class will provide conversation, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary development, and learning survival English. For those students in the low beginner level.

Tue, Apr 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
We will provide the supplies... more
We will provide the supplies and refreshments for you to enjoy while you create a seed ball!

Tue, Apr 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room D
This class will focus on... more
This class will focus on improving your English conversational skills. It is recommended for those with an intermediate to high level of English speaking.

Tue, Apr 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
We will provide the supplies... more
We will provide the supplies and refreshments for you to enjoy while you create a seed ball!
Registration opens Tuesday, March 25 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 02, 9:30am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Class will provide... more
Class will provide conversation, reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary development. For students who are advanced beginner level English learners.

Wed, Apr 02, 9:30am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room D
Class will provide... more
Class will provide conversation, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary development, and learning survival English. For those students in the low beginner level.

Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Clifton Park Senior Community Center - Clifton Park Senior Community Center
A writing workshop for adults... more
A writing workshop for adults who would like a gentle, supportive atmosphere and thought-provoking assignments.

Wed, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:15am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
Nurture your preschooler's love... more
Nurture your preschooler's love of reading with stories, songs, and a fun craft activity!

Wed, Apr 02, 1:30pm - 2:45pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Learn to use an iPad for email... more
Learn to use an iPad for email and web research. Learn how to download apps to your device so you can stay connected online!

Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Discover the fun of robotics... more
Discover the fun of robotics and coding with Ozobot Evo! These mini robots read and respond to coded instructions drawn on paper, making learning interactive and exciting.

Wed, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D
Whether it’s in a notebook,... more
Whether it’s in a notebook, blog, or sketchpad, journaling can help you lead a whole and fulfilling life, as well as be a way to keep track of goals, your life activities, and dreams.

Wed, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Classes will focus on grammar... more
Classes will focus on grammar and will incorporate listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. For intermediate level English learners.

Wed, Apr 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Enjoy a range of talks from... more
Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders. This week, Jodi Picoult will discuss Wordsmith and Wonder.
Register

Thu, Apr 03, 9:30am - 10:30am
Zoom
Classes will cover... more
Classes will cover conversation, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary development, pronunciation, American culture, and current events. For low to high intermediate level.
Registration is now closed

Thu, Apr 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Nurture your child's love of... more
Nurture your child's love of reading with stories, songs, and other fun activities!

Thu, Apr 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Local History Room
Lisa Dougherty, a skilled... more
Lisa Dougherty, a skilled genealogical researcher, will help you with your questions, roadblocks, and other stumpers.

Thu, Apr 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Discover how to use Google... more
Discover how to use Google Photos, the widely popular platform for photo sharing and cloud storage, to back up your photos and organize them into albums.

Thu, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D
We’ll discuss some common... more
We’ll discuss some common herbs that you can grow in your garden to make a tasty infusion; how to brew; and the associated health benefits. A tasting will be provided.