FREE ONLINE ESL ZOOM CLASSES
Every Thursday, 5:30-7:30 pm via Zoom. Free for students who live in or near Rochester, New York.
You must live in or near Rochester, New York to be considered. Unfortunately, students who live in the United States but who live outside the Rochester, NY area are no longer eligible for our program.
To join our free online Thursday English class, email us your name, what country you are originally from, and where you live now. We may ask you a few more easy questions in email.
If you qualify, we will add you to our waiting list. When you reach the top of the waiting list, we will email you the Zoom URL for our next class.
For more information on how to join our free online Zoom classes, see our Free Online Classes page.
Our in-person Classes are currently still on hold because of the Coronavirus
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Teachers at the Saturday morning class. |
Student FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Do I have to register in advance?
No. You can just walk in. The library staff will show you where our class is meeting. Our teachers will welcome you and help you get started.
Is there a fee?
No. There are no fees or charges or costs of any kind for students.
Do I have to pay for a book?
No. There are no books required. Occasional worksheets and materials will be provided for you free of charge. It is a good idea to bring your own notebook and a pencil so you can take notes.
Do I have to attend both the Saturday and Thursday classes? I don't have time to go twice a week.
No, you do not have to attend both classes. You can attend just once a week. Pick the best day for you.
May I attend both or all classes if I want to? I want to practice!
Yes, you can attend all classes. There are different teachers in the Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday classes. The classes offer different topics, depending on attendance.
Do classes meet during the summer?
Yes. All three of our classes continue to meet during the summer.
Is there free parking?
Yes. For the Maplewood Library, there is a small parking lot. There is also free parking on Dewey Ave. and on Augustine St. For the Irondequoit Library, there is lots of parking in the rear of the building.