June is Immigrant Heritage Month, a national month that uses storytelling to highlight immigrant communities. This year, the Free Library of Philadelphia is partnering with the city’s Office of Immigrant Affairs to feature a month of programming and events centered on standing together with Philly’s immigrants and how our stories… continue reading Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month!
By written by Nate E. June 1, 2018
This summer the Free Library will team up with the Knight Foundation and Niantic , maker of Pokémon , to bring Pokémon GO to five select Philadelphia libraries! PHL17 recently visited Parkway Central Library and talked with our staff to learn more about the game and initiative. Players will be invited to explore libraries and the… continue reading Ready, Set, Pokémon GO !
By written by Nate E. July 11, 2017 1
A new spring ad campaign is underway here at the Free Library and this year’s theme is focused on new Americans and the role the library can play as a gateway to learning and information. With nearly 200,000 foreign-born individuals living in Philadelphia, the Library has come to play an increasingly important role in the lives of these… continue reading Our Community of New Americans
By written by Nate E. May 22, 2015 2
On Thursday, May 21 at Parkway Central Library, the Free Library will kick off the first of six job fairs to be held throughout the year at neighborhood libraries across the city. Made possible by the generous support of the Citizens Bank Foundation , these job fairs will seek to connect entry and mid-level workers with area employers and… continue reading Free Library and Citizens Bank Foundation Job Fairs Kickoff Thursday, May 21st
By written by Nate E. May 19, 2015
