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Podcasting has exploded in popularity since 2006, when just 11% of Americans over 12 were familiar with the medium. Now, that number is over 67%, with 45 million people that enjoy podcasts at… continue reading Learn to Start Your Own Podcast with "Podcasting 101"

By written by Anthony T.    November 8, 2024   

Children’s Book Week, a “celebration of books for young people and the joy of reading,” was established in 1919 and is “the longest-running national literacy initiative in… continue reading Read by 4th and Children's Book Week: Ensuring Our Children Become Strong Readers

By written by Free Library Foundation    November 1, 2024   

In 1994, Congress designated National Family Literacy Day on November 1 to encourage learning beyond the classroom and across generations. This observance aims to strengthen family bonds… continue reading Celebrate National Family Literacy Day with Free Library Resources

By written by Anthony T.    October 31, 2024   

The Map Collection ,  Print and Picture Collection , and  Children's Literature Research Collection have joined together to create a new exhibition in the West Gallery on the Second… continue reading Telling Tales: From Oral Tradition to Art

By written by Nora R.    October 30, 2024    1

General Election Day is  Tuesday, November 5, 2024 , and 30 of our neighborhood libraries will serve as designated voting locations. Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.… continue reading 30 Libraries Will Serve As Polling Places for the November 5, 2024 Election

By written by Administrator    October 29, 2024   

We are grateful for these new titles arriving on our shelves this fall!   Young Children (up to 2nd Grade) At Our Table by Patrick Hulse This is a fresh and inclusive portrayal of… continue reading New Titles Coming to the Free Library in November

By written by Rachel F.    October 28, 2024   

Every Sunday in households across the United States, families gather around the television to watch the most popular sport in the country: football. It has become like a religion for those… continue reading Flying High: History of Football in Philadelphia

By written by Chris M.    October 28, 2024   

Our Closet In Your Neighborhood  returns to  Parkway Central Library on Thursday, November 7, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in Room 108. Our Closet In Your Neighborhood is a… continue reading Free Groceries, Clothing, and Social Services at Parkway Central on November 7

By written by Bridget G.    October 24, 2024   

Are you a true crime fan who listens to every new episode from your favorite investigative podcast? Do you enjoy sitting on your couch with a true crime book or watching endless reruns of Dateline… continue reading The Vidocq Society: Solving Cold Cases Through Collaboration

By written by Brianna V.    October 23, 2024   

Join us for a fantastic opportunity at the Parkway Central Library to explore entry-level job openings from various employers. The Business Resource and Innovation Center (BRIC)… continue reading Entry-Level Job Fair at Parkway Central Library on November 6 [SOLD OUT]

By written by Jordan C.    October 22, 2024   

More books are written by and for trans and nonbinary people than ever before, and the Free Library wants YOU to read them with us! Join us on the third Tuesday of each month for a… continue reading Introducing the Trans By Trans Book Club

By written by Flan P.    October 22, 2024    3

Since  Parkway Central Library  opened in 1927, patrons have had free and open access to its rich and unique collections, expanding services, and professionally trained and welcoming… continue reading Department Highlights: Music

By written by Jane L.    October 21, 2024   

In the heart of West Philadelphia, a powerful partnership has formed between Lucien E. Blackwell Regional Library and The People’s Fridge , working together to combat a critical issue: food… continue reading Beyond Books: How a West Philly Library Is Addressing Food Insecurity

By written by Brianna V.    October 18, 2024    5

Did you know that you can get a free, professional headshot done at the library? Every first and third Thursday of the month from 1:00–3:00 p.m. , the Free Library's Business Resource… continue reading Get Free Professional Headshots Done at the Library!

By written by Birch M.    October 16, 2024    15

Join us at Parkway Central Library for a special storytime series celebrating the many languages of Philadelphia! Each storytime in this series will be bilingual, highlighting different… continue reading Languages of Philadelphia: A Bilingual Family Storytime Series

By written by Bridget G.    October 15, 2024    1

The Business Resource and Innovation Center (BRIC) at Parkway Central Library is excited to announce a series of workshops in partnership with the 30 by 30 Financial Literacy Campaign effort, each… continue reading Master Your Money With These Financial Literacy Workshops

By written by Jordan C.    October 10, 2024    2

On October 17, the Newspapers and Microfilm Center will host a screening of Recorder: The Marion Stokes Project . Stokes was a Philadelphia activist, librarian, public-access television producer,… continue reading Marion Stokes Saved Everything

By written by Charlie B.    October 9, 2024   

On Thursday, October 10 , in the Fourth Floor Skyline Room at Parkway Central Library , the Social Science and History Department will host Jon Grinspan , curator of political history at the… continue reading A Smithsonian Curator on the Lead-Up to the U.S. Civil War

By written by Ben R.    October 8, 2024   

The Edwin A. Fleisher Collection of Orchestral Music is excited to announce our new partnership with Play on Philly (POP). We are particularly enthusiastic about this alliance as POP echoes Edwin… continue reading First Fleisher Collection Scholarship Awarded to Philadelphia Composer and Pianist, Rhyuhn Green

By written by Gillian R.    October 7, 2024    1

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the 6th Latin American Book Fair Kickoff Party ! Join us at the Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement on Friday, October 11, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. for an… continue reading 6th Latin American Book Fair Kickoff: A Celebration of Heritage, Resilience, and Culture

By written by Mary Marques    October 7, 2024   

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