English Language Learning
Conversation Circles are free, volunteer-led sessions that provide weekly opportunities for non-native English speakers to practice basic conversational English in an informal setting. Sessions are designed to increase participant’s comfort level when using English, increase vocabulary and knowledge of American culture and customs, improve pronunciation and learn idiomatic expressions. Some English speaking skill is necessary to participate. Meetings focus on topics of practical interest such as shopping, ordering food, finding a job or an apartment, hobbies or current events.
A brief skills assessment interview is completed to match language learners with others at the same skill level. To find out more and join a Circle, contact the Main Library at 978-531-0100 or peabodyELL@noblenet.org.
Become a Conversation Circle Volunteer
Volunteers serve as Circle Leaders. Opportunities are available days, evenings and weekends. The typical volunteer commitment is 2 hours per week. If you are interested in volunteering, contact the Main Library at 978-531-0100 or peabodyELL@noblenet.org .
Become a U.S. Citizen
A weekly citizenship study group to prepare immigrants for the citizenship exam and interview. The class will meet Monday afternoons from 2:00 to 3:30 PM for 12 weeks, starting Monday, February 24th, through Monday, May 19th, 2025. This study group is for people with basic English literacy and communication.
The class will cover the information you need to pass the Civics test, such as U.S. history, government, and the Constitution. For more information about this program, contact the Main Library at 978-531-0100 or peabodyELL@noblenet.org.
News for You Online
New for You Online offers easy-to-read news stories that can help you learn to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. The articles on News for You are based on reports from The Associated Press and The Washington Post news services. Use password 716763 to log in.
Rosetta Stone Library
Rosetta Stone includes 23 languages to meet a range of cultural interests. Learning is structured around core lessons to build reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills and also includes focused activities to refine grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and more.
Transparent Language
Language learning resource with 100+ languages.