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English Language Learning (ELL) Evening Conversation Group

Community & Conversation
2026-09-15 19:00:00 2026-09-15 20:00:00 America/New_York English Language Learning (ELL) Evening Conversation Group Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B

Tuesday, September 15
7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Program Room A-B

Practice speaking and listening skills through conversation activities. Build confidence using English in everyday situations. This group is for intermediate to advanced English learners.

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

ELL classes and programs are free and open to all adult (ages 18+) English learners. 

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 |

TAGS: | Adult Literacy |

Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Phone: 518-371-8622
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Alex Gutelius
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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. 

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