In just a week and a half, the third annual Free Library Festival will be taking over the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and the Parkway Central Library for a burst of books, music, and inspiration for everyone! During the free, two-day event, the Free Library of Philadelphia will host bestselling authors and award-winning performers, as well as feature tasty treats from Stephen Starr Events, Chaddsford Winery, and Cabot Cheese. Visit the Festival’s site for details on visiting authors and performers, as well as Library tours and Festival information.

In the meantime, check out these can’t-miss author highlights:

Kristin Chenoweth | A Little Bit Wicked: Life, Love, and Faith in Stages
Saturday, April 18 at 1:00 p.m.; Bank of America Main Stage

Molly O’Neill | American Food Writing: An Anthology: With Classic Recipes
Saturday, April 18 at 1:00 p.m.; Skyline Salon

John Green | Paper Towns
Saturday, April 18 at 3:30 p.m.; Target Children's Stage

Joyce Carol Oates | Dear Husband: Stories
Saturday, April 18 at 4:00 p.m.; Bank of America Main Stage

Dara Torres | Age is Just a Number: Achieve Your Dreams at Any Stage in Your Life
Sunday, April 19 at 1:00 p.m.; Bank of America Main Stage

Jane Hamilton | Laura Rider's Masterpiece
Sunday, April 19 at 3:00 p.m.; Bank of America Main Stage

Vicki Myron | Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World
Sunday, April 19, at 4:00 p.m.; Bank of America Main Stage
 

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