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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 1
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
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: Education, Philosophy, and Religion
By written by Administrator October 3, 2024
On Friday, October 4 at 2:00 p.m. , the Social Science and History Department will host Antje Ulrike Mattheus , the author of a unique book on Philadelphia history. Cresheim… continue reading Author of Unique Local History to Speak at the Free Library
By written by Ben R. October 1, 2024
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. As with many learning disabilities, there can be a lot of confusion and misunderstanding around what dyslexia is and how best to support learners who are… continue reading October is Dyslexia Awareness Month
By written by Rachel R. October 1, 2024
The mission of the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation is to "provide resources and advocacy to advance the mission of The Free Library while stewarding and promoting our special… continue reading Discovering Rare Books and Special Collections at the Free Library
By written by Free Library Foundation October 1, 2024
It’s Spooky Season, and the Free Library of Philadelphia celebrates Halloween all month long! There are fun, Halloween-themed activities coming to several of our branches, and… continue reading Celebrate the Spookiest Month of the Year with the Free Library
By written by Anthony T. September 30, 2024
As the fundraising arm of the Free Library of Philadelphia, the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation is excited to announce the launch of freelibraryfoundation.org — our new… continue reading Announcing the Launch of a Brand New Website for the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation
By written by Administrator September 30, 2024 3
Philly Career Launch Career Exploration Workshop sessions will take place in September, October, and November at various Free Library locations and community hubs throughout Philadelphia.… continue reading Join Philly Career Launch for Our Career Exploration Series
By written by Annette M. September 30, 2024 6
Are you looking for a fun Halloween activity to get you in the spirit of the season? Mask On, Mask Off: Papier-Mâché Workshop is a fun and creative Halloween project that… continue reading Mask On, Mask Off: Papier-Mâché Workshop
By written by Brianna V. September 30, 2024