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December is National Learn a Foreign Language Month! To celebrate, Languages and Learning , the adult learning department of the Free Library, is highlighting some of the resources available with… continue reading Learn a Foreign Language With Our Electronic Resources
By written by Meredith M. December 11, 2024
December is National Learn a Foreign Language Month! Maybe you’re looking for something to do over your winter break or already thinking about your 2025 goals. There’s never a bad time… continue reading Celebrate National Learn a Foreign Language Month With Languages and Learning
By written by Meredith M. December 3, 2024
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November is National American Indian Heritage Month, also known as Native American Heritage Month . While different single-day observations began across the country early in the 20th century, it… continue reading Native American Heritage: Language Resources
By written by Meredith M. November 14, 2024 1
This Welcoming Week , the Free Library hosted a special event called A Taste of Edible Alphabet on Monday, September 16, 2024. The evening program, arranged by Lindsay Southworth, Senior Program… continue reading A Taste of Edible Alphabet: Learn English Through Cooking
By written by Meredith M. September 25, 2024
It’s Welcoming Week ! Every year, from September 13–22, organizations around the country come together to connect and reaffirm their dedication to inclusivity with neighbors of all… continue reading Welcoming Week Resources for New Americans
By written by Meredith M. September 17, 2024
In Languages and Learning , the adult education department of the Free Library, a number of our programs couldn’t run without the hard work of our dedicated volunteers — so… continue reading Languages and Learning Volunteer Lunch
By written by Meredith M. June 28, 2024
Every April, people all over the world celebrate Autism Acceptance Month ! You might’ve heard of this annual event called Autistic Awareness Month before. Thanks to the work of… continue reading Neurodiverse Reads for Autism Acceptance Month
By written by Meredith M. April 17, 2024
The Free Library’s mission is to advance literacy, guide learning, and inspire curiosity for all Philadelphians. You’re probably familiar with our many branches and departments, along… continue reading Languages and Learning: Adult Education at the Free Library
By written by Meredith M. April 11, 2024 5
We are so excited to announce that American Sign Language is now available on Mango Languages ! American Sign Language (often called ASL) is used by Deaf and hard-of-hearing people to… continue reading Learn American Sign Language with Mango Languages
By written by Meredith M. March 7, 2024 5
You might not expect to find blenders, cutting boards, or rolling pins in a library. You probably wouldn't expect to find a full commercial kitchen in one either. But on the fourth floor… continue reading Join the Culinary Literacy Center for an Open House on February 12
By written by Meredith M. February 2, 2024
December is National Learn a Foreign Language Month, but Languages and Learning at the Free Library celebrates language learning all year! Here in Philadelphia, over 180 different languages are… continue reading December is Learn a Foreign Language Month
By written by Meredith M. December 19, 2023
Comics are for everyone, even the youngest readers! Graphic novels account for some of the most popular children’s books today, are an excellent way to engage even the most reluctant reader,… continue reading Children's Graphic Novel Recommendations
By written by Meredith M. April 17, 2018
Every Monday at the Falls of Schuylkill Library around 4:15 p.m., our Children’s Department welcomes two special visitors. Wally and Orchid, while there to hear some stories and make new… continue reading Therapy Dogs Encourage Reading at Neighborhood Libraries!
By written by Meredith M. March 5, 2018 6