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BPL’s free weekly English classes that do not require advance registration
Brooklyn Public Library offers two different types of weekly English classes that do not require advance registration. These classes are for beginner level English language learners.
We Speak NYC English Class
We Speak NYC classes are part of the MOIA English Learning and Support Center Program. These beginner-level classes meet weekly for 8 weeks and do not require registration. You receive free English practice materials and each week we’ll cover rights and resources for immigrant New Yorkers.
View the full schedule of WE SPEAK NYC Classes and sort by day and/or location, or see the full list of participating locations:
- Arlington Library, Wednesdays
- Bay Ridge Library (Intermediate), Tuesdays
- Brooklyn Heights Library, Mondays
- Central Library, Mondays
- Coney Island Library, Fridays
- Cortelyou Library, Thursdays
- Dyker Library, Fridays
- Flatbush Library, Mondays
- Highlawn Library, Thursdays
- Homecrest Library, Tuesdays
- McKinley Park Library, Tuesdays
- Midwood Library, Fridays
- Mill Basin Library, Thursdays
- Paerdegat Library, Thursdays
- Park Slope Library (Intermediate), Mondays
- Sheepshead Bay Library (Intermediate), Saturdays
- Sunset Park Library, Tuesdays
- Washington Irving Library, Tuesdays
- Williamsburgh Library, Tuesdays
- Virtual Classes, Thursdays
Welcome English Class
The library offers free ESOL weekly classes for beginners learning English that give you the chance to improve your English and practice with other adults learning English. Participants should arrive on time because classroom space is limited.
See the full list of Welcome ESOL Classes and sort by day and/or location..
Upcoming Events
Free English Class (We Speak NYC)
The library offers free English classes for beginners learning English.
Classes meet once a week.Practice and improve your English with other adults.Watch We Speak NYC videos and learn about City services.Get information on rights and resources for immigrant New Yorkers.No…
Free English Class
Brighton Beach Library offers free ESOL classes for beginners learning English.
Classes meet twice every weekImprove your EnglishPractice with other adults learning EnglishPlease email immigrantservices@bklynlibrary.org for more information.
Free English Class
The library offers free ESOL classes for beginners learning English.
Classes meet twice a weekImprove your EnglishPractice with other adults learning EnglishThis class is first-come, first-served until classroom hits capacity. Registration is not necessary.
(For non-beginner …
English Class
The library offers free ESOL classes for beginners learning English. • Classes meet 2 times each week. • Improve your English. • Practice with other adults learning English. No registration required
Free English Class
We offer:
Free We Speak NYC English classesFree English practice materialsInformation on rights and resources for immigrant New YorkersPractice English with other adultsNo registration required! Please plan to arrive at least 1 hour early; sign-up sheet…
Free English Class (WeSpeak NYC)
We offer:
Free We Speak NYC English classesFree English practice materialsInformation on rights and resources for immigrant New YorkersPractice English with other adultsNo registration required!
English Classes with We Speak NYC
We offer:
Free We Speak NYC English classesFree English practice materialsInformation on rights and resources for recently-immigrated New YorkersEnglish language practice with other adultsNo registration required!
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Free Online English Class (We Speak NYC)
Practice English with other adults by watching We Speak NYC videos and learning about City services.
This class is virtual. To join the class, click this link: https://bklynlibrary.zoom.us/j/93751170090
No registration required!
WE SPEAK: Free English Class
We offer:
Free We Speak NYC English classesFree English practice materialsInformation on rights and resources for immigrant New YorkersPractice English with other adultsNo registration required!
Free English Class
We offer:
Free We Speak NYC English classesFree English practice materialsInformation on rights and resources for immigrant New YorkersPractice English with other adultsNo registration required!
Other ESOL Classes
Brooklyn Public Library offers other beginner English classes, job certification classes, and business English classes and can provide you with assistance and other resources. See all the different types of ESOL classes here.
Our Supporters
Brooklyn Public Library gratefully acknowledges the support the Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs in supporting free, drop-in English classes at libraries across Brooklyn. 