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After a milestone 30th anniversary season, we are thrilled to announce the 2024–2025 Author Events series will kick off on September 11, brought to you by the Free Library of Philadelphia… continue reading Announcing the 2024–2025 Author Series
By written by Free Library Foundation September 11, 2024
The mission of The Free Library of Philadelphia is to "advance literacy, guide learning, and inspire curiosity." The mission of The Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation is to… continue reading Accessing the Free Library: It All Starts with a Library Card!
By written by Free Library Foundation September 3, 2024 1
Dr. Seuss wrote in Oh, the Places You'll Go , "Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened." The end of summer break may be just around the corner,… continue reading Back to School Fun and Opportunities Abound for Philly Students
By written by Free Library Foundation August 19, 2024 1
Welcome to the City of Brotherly Love! Per WHYY and Pew Charitable Trusts’s 2024 State of the City report, "immigrants now make up the largest percent of Philadelphia’s population… continue reading Helpful Resources for New Americans at the Free Library
By written by Free Library Foundation August 6, 2024 4
The City of Philadelphia provides public funds for the operations of the Free Library, considered one of the most important educational and cultural institutions in the city. However, many of the… continue reading Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation FAQs
By written by Free Library Foundation August 1, 2024 1
The Free Library of Philadelphia’s Summer of Wonder program is a reading challenge for all ages that allows participants to attend fun Free Library events, find new books to read, and… continue reading Summer of Wonder: 3 Ways to Get Kids Reading This Summer
By written by Free Library Foundation July 2, 2024
June is African American Music Appreciation Month and a celebration of “African American musical influences that comprise an essential part of our nation’s treasured cultural… continue reading Beyond Books: Celebrating Music at the Free Library
By written by Free Library Foundation June 10, 2024
To build an enlightened community devoted to lifelong learning, The Free Library is an advocate and valuable resource for students in and around the City of Philadelphia. The Free Library… continue reading Summertime Fun and STEM Enrichment at the Free Library
By written by Free Library Foundation June 3, 2024
There is so much to love about the Free Library of Philadelphia. As one of the most important educational and cultural institutions in the city, the Library goes beyond books to strengthen local… continue reading Programs Supported by the Free Library Foundation
By written by Free Library Foundation May 21, 2024 1
May is National Small Business Month , according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and a time to celebrate the contributions of small businesses in communities across the country. Like the… continue reading Resources for Small Business Owners and Job Seekers
By written by Free Library Foundation May 7, 2024 1
April is both Celebrate Diversity Month and National Poetry Month. Therefore, it is the perfect time to shine a spotlight on the City of Philadelphia's Poet Laureate and Youth Poet Laureate,… continue reading Celebrating Diversity Through Poetry in Philly and Beyond
By written by Free Library Foundation April 15, 2024
National Library Week is April 7–13, 2024, and we encourage everyone to visit the Free Library of Philadelphia to celebrate this year’s theme: Ready, Set, Library! But first,… continue reading Promoting Literacy with the Free Library of Philadelphia
By written by Free Library Foundation April 4, 2024
Do you love the Free Library of Philadelphia? Whether you have fond childhood memories or recently attended your first event at one of our many locations , millions rely on this important… continue reading Library Giving Day: Support the Free Library on April 3, 2024
By written by Free Library Foundation April 2, 2024
March is designated as National Reading Month to not only celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss — prolific author of beloved children’s books such as The Cat in the Hat ,… continue reading Helping Philly Youth "March" into Reading
By written by Free Library Foundation March 15, 2024
Since its official designation in March of 1987, Women’s History Month has become a time to celebrate the valuable contributions and achievements of women throughout American history, across… continue reading Celebrating Women’s History Month with Philadelphia Authors
By written by Free Library Foundation March 6, 2024