English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

OCPL locations offer a variety of resources to help adults learn English and improve reading, writing and speaking skills.

Conversation Groups

Conversation groups are offered at a few OCPL locations, for those who wish to practice their English speaking and listening skills.

Baldwinsville Public Library

Fridays
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Please call the library at 315-635-5631 for information.

Central Library

Mondays 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Wednesdays 1:00 - 3:00 PM
* currently being offered over Zoom
Adults who wish to join a class should call 315-435-1835 for details.

Cicero NOPL

Thursdays *-currently being offered over Zoom
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
No registration required.
Please call the library at 315-699-2032 for information

Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville

Tuesdays 11-12:30
Please call the library at (315) 446-3578

Manlius Library

Tuesdays & Thursdays
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
No registration required.
Please call the library at 315-682-6400 for information.

White Branch Library

Free English classes through RISE:
Intermediate English
Tuesdays and Thursdays
1:00-2:15
Beginner English
Tuesdays and Thursdays
3:30-4:45
To register contact James Green
james@refugeeandimmigrant.org
315-412-1485

Books

Central Library

Books and audio/visual materials that help adults learn English and improve reading, writing and speaking skills are available for use or loan at the Central Library. See the Additional Literacy Resources section of the OCPL site for more resources. Literacy staff are available to orient customers to the collection and provide suggestions of helpful materials. Literacy staff are also available by appointment.

Job Skills & Information

These books will help you when you are learning about different jobs or improving your English skills for the workplace.

English Language Learning Kits

These books are best for independent study; they include an audio CD so you can hear the lessons spoken aloud.