Phoenixville Public Library schedules programs for patrons

Phoenixville Public Library will host a weekly, inperson ESL Conversation Group, in conjunction with the Volunteer English Program, on Tuesdays from 6-7 PM. This free group is for non-native English speakers who want to practice English conversation. To attend and for more information, contact group leader Kirsten Van Vlandren at kirvanvlandren@gmail.com. Phoenixville Public Library is located at 183 Second Avenue, Phoenixville.

Financial scams

Every day people of all ages fall victim to financial scams. They fall victim because the scammers are good at what they do. By using high-pressure scare tactics as well as playing on people’s emotions, they get what they want. Phoenixville Public Library will host a free, in-person “Fraud Prevention Presentation” on Monday, June 20, at 7 PM. Chuck Benz Sr. Vice President & Security Officer for Phoenixville Federal Bank & Trust will be the speaker. As Security Officer at Phoenixville’s community bank, Chuck Benz has seen and many times prevented these types of frauds. He will discuss some of the most common frauds he sees right here in Phoenixville and, most importantly, how you can avoid them. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/fraudprevention or by calling 610933-3013 x132. Phoenixville Public Library is located at 183 Second Avenue, Phoenixville.

Lower phone costs

The Phoenixville Tech Group will hold an in-person gathering at Phoenixville Public Library on Tuesday, June 21, from 1:30 to 3 PM. The meeting topic will be “Lower Your Mobile and Landline Phone Costs”. This program is to explore ways to lower your communication costs. You will discover several alternatives to the expensive cellular providers you may be using. Group facilitator Glenn Musser will also discuss options for a very low-cost VoIP (Voice Over IP) landline equivalent service. This program will also be live-streamed for those who cannot attend in person. While the primary focus is on computers, applications, and the Internet, the Tech Group’s programs extend to online security, mobile phones, streaming TV, and more. They particularly welcome those who have no experience with computers or may not even own a computer. This event is free and open to the public. Registration for in-person attendance is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/phonecosts or by calling 610-9333013 x132. You may view the live program stream by clicking the “Enter Online Meeting” link at https://seniortechgroup.com/online. Please try to check in 5 or 10 minutes before the program begins. Email mpinto@ccls. org for more information. Phoenixville Public Library is located at 183 Second Avenue, Phoenixville.

Movies on Tap

Movies on Tap, Phoenixville Public Library’s film discussion group for 20- and 30-somethings will meet virtually on Tuesday, June 21, at 7:30 PM. The group will discuss “What’s Up, Doc?” (1972, Rated G). Barbra Streisand, Ryan O’Neal & Madeline Kahn star in this rom-com about the accidental mix-up of four identical plaid overnight bags which leads to a series of increasingly wild and wacky situations. Please watch the film independently prior to the discussion. This event is free and open to the public and will be held online via Zoom. Email Faith Donaher at fdonaher@gmail.com to receive an invitation to the meeting and for more information.

Tech help

Free, in-person tech help is available at Phoenixville Public Library during selected hours on Monday afternoons and Tuesday & Wednesday evenings. Onehour appointments for assistance with your laptop, tablet or smartphone from the library’s volunteer tutors are available by calling 610-9333013 Ext. 132.