The calendar still says August, and the weather forecast still says summer, but the new school year starts earlier this year on Monday, August 27 ! After a summer full of books and fun activities at the Free Library, check out all these great resources to help students throughout the school year. LEAP (Literacy Enrichment Afterschool… continue reading Back to School Resources from the Free Library
By written by Ann P. August 24, 2018
For the second year in a row, Summer of Wonder is teaming up with the Rosenbach to offer free admission for families to the museum! Once you step through the museum’s stately front doors, you’ll find a house filled with wacky and wonderful things that will delight and enchant the entire family. Pick up a copy of the Journey Around… continue reading Journey Around the World at the Rosenbach This Summer!
By written by Ann P. June 15, 2018
The weather is getting warmer, school is coming to a close soon, and the Summer of Wonder at the Free Library is almost here! Enjoy free activities and programming all summer long that support reading, learning, exploration, and fun. This program is designed for children and teens from birth to 12th grade, as well as adults, and there are… continue reading Summer of Wonder: Explore! Discover! Read!
By written by Ann P. May 29, 2018 1
The Philadelphia Science Festival is almost here! The city-wide celebration of science happens April 21-29. The Free Library is proud to partner with the festival to offer great programing for all ages! Check out all the science events happening at your neighborhood library . Science After School April 24 – 27 3:30 p.m.… continue reading A City-wide Celebration of Science: The 2017 Philadelphia Science Festival!
By written by Ann P. April 20, 2017
Pennsylvania Teen Health Week 2017 takes place January 9-13. The second annual state-wide week of awareness is unique in that it focuses on a holistic view of teen health and seeks to raise awareness of the health issues facing Pennsylvania teens. Through a variety of programs and activities, teens are encouraged to take charge of their… continue reading Pennsylvania Teen Health Week
By written by Ann P. January 9, 2017
The Field Family Teen Author Series and the Free Library of Philadelphia connects students, teachers, libraries, and authors through a successful series of author visits with teens throughout the city of Philadelphia. Free Library staff choose a variety of books, authors, and formats that will resonate with the teens from the many different… continue reading Looking for Teen Gift Book Ideas? Check Out These Popular Teen Author Titles!
By written by Ann P. December 8, 2016
By Becky Friedman and Ann Pearson Summer officially began on Monday, June 20th, but the Free Library’s Summer Reading Program has already been in full swing! We kicked off our Summer of Wonder at Parkway Central Library with special guests Mayor Jim Kenney , Councilwoman Helen Gym , our Summer Reading illustrator, Lauren Castillo , the… continue reading Summer's Here!: A Recap of our Summer Reading Kickoff
By written by Ann P. June 24, 2016
‘Twas the weekend before Free Library's Summer Reading Kickoff and all through the city Children were stirring, eager to jump in to summer activity. The banner was hung in front of the Parkway Central Library with care, In hopes that summer readers soon would be there. Readers of all ages were ready with books and with tablets, And… continue reading 'Twas the Weekend Before Free Library's 2016 Summer Reading Kickoff!
By written by Ann P. June 10, 2016
The Free Library’s Summer Reading Program begins Monday, June 13 ! Neighborhood libraries will offer programs and activities for all ages, as well as Bingo with a literacy twist for children, and raffles for teens and adults. And yes, the Wonder Kits (8 weeks of awesome activities) are back! From June 13 through August 5, every week there… continue reading Summer Reading 2016 – The Summer of Wonder!
By written by Ann P. May 25, 2016 4
Calling all kids and teens! Have you ever dreamed about being on TV? WHYY and The Free Library of Philadelphia just might give you a chance. The Free Library is excited to partner with our local PBS station, WHYY, on their 6 th Annual WHYY I LIKE THIS BOOK program. This program encourages children in grades pre-K–12 to share… continue reading WHYY I Like This Book
By written by Ann P. March 21, 2016 1
As the holiday season is upon us, I have started looking forward to one of my favorite holiday rituals: revisiting Little Women . This may not be on most people’s lists of traditional holiday movies or books, but for me it has become a personal way of celebrating the holidays. It all started with one of my favorite gifts I received when I… continue reading Little Women: A Holiday Tradition
By written by Ann P. December 4, 2015
