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General Election Day is Tuesday, November 5, 2024 , and 30 of our neighborhood libraries will serve as designated voting locations. Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.… continue reading 30 Libraries Will Serve As Polling Places for the November 5, 2024 Election
By written by Administrator October 29, 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
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 4
The Free Library will reopen for Saturday hours effective Saturday, September 28 . We are pleased to share that libraries across the City will reopen for Saturday hours effective Saturday,… continue reading Six-Day Service Returns to Select Free Library Branches
By written by Administrator September 26, 2024
The Free Library Board of Trustees will be holding its first meeting of FY25 on Friday, September 20, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. View the upcoming meeting agenda. To access the meeting:… continue reading Free Library Board of Trustees Public Meeting on Friday, September 20 at 8:00 a.m.
By written by Administrator September 16, 2024
School has started and the cooler weather is on its way! We are pleased to share that libraries across the City will reopen for Saturday hours effective Saturday, September 28 . The following… continue reading Six-Day Service Starts Soon at Select Free Library Branches
By written by Administrator September 13, 2024 2
Every Tuesday this August, the Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library will host a film series for Black August facilitated by cinéSPEAK . Learn a little bit about the… continue reading Meet the Curators: Black August Film Series with cinéSPEAK
By written by Administrator August 5, 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: Interlibrary Loan
By written by Administrator August 5, 2024
Residents can get out of the heat and into an air-conditioned space at a neighborhood library with access to books, computers, wireless internet, and other Free Library amenities. The… continue reading Cooling Centers Open at Select Libraries from July 15–17, 2024
By written by Administrator July 15, 2024 3
Residents can get out of the heat and into an air-conditioned space at a neighborhood library with access to books, computers, wireless internet, and other Free Library amenities. The… continue reading Cooling Centers Open at Select Libraries from June 20–23, 2024
By written by Administrator June 20, 2024 1
Throughout the Summer of 2024, select Free Library locations will remain open on Saturdays starting July 6, 2024. The following neighborhood branches will be open on Saturdays this summer from… continue reading Updated Hours of Service at the Free Library
By written by Administrator June 18, 2024 6
The Free Library Board of Trustees will be holding its last meeting of FY24 on Thursday, June 20, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in person in rooms 405/406/407 at… continue reading Free Library Board of Trustees Public Meeting on June 20 at 4:00 p.m.
By written by Administrator June 17, 2024
In partnership with Visit Philadelphia and Little Free Library , the Little Free(dom) Library initiative encourages residents and visitors of Philadelphia to pick up a free banned book at… continue reading Check Out A Banned Book From Our Little Free(dom) Libraries
By written by Administrator June 11, 2024 2
Are you a student in (or entering) high school passionate about writing, reading, performing, and experiencing poetry? Are you equally passionate about working with your peers and other students… continue reading Are You The Next Youth Poet Laureate?
By written by Administrator June 3, 2024 1
Every June the Free Library celebrates LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. The Free Library aims to be a place where everyone belongs. We value the LGBTQIA+ community, including transgender people and… continue reading Celebrate Pride Month with the Free Library
By written by Administrator May 29, 2024 2
Summer of Wonder is the Free Library's flagship summer reading challenge for all ages. Participants can attend library programs, find new books to read, and explore activities to stay engaged… continue reading Get Ready for an Exciting Summer of Wonder at the Free Library!
By written by Administrator May 29, 2024 4
The Free Library is excited to announce the addition of video games to its vast catalog of borrowable materials! Why video games at the library, you ask? Well, stories aren't confined to books… continue reading New Achievement Unlocked: Video Game Circulation!
By written by Administrator May 20, 2024 6
Now you can win great prizes and access special offers just for being a patron of the Free Library of Philadelphia! Arden Theatre Company: Once On This Island In search of her… continue reading Patron Perks: Save on Great Shows and Win Cool Prizes
By written by Administrator May 16, 2024 29
The 2024 One Book, One Philadelphia season is coming to a close with an exciting finale event ! Join True Biz author Sara Nović and poet Ilya Kaminsky — author of… continue reading Join Us for the One Book, One Philadelphia Finale Celebration
By written by Administrator May 15, 2024
The Free Library's newest exhibition from the Special Collections Division, We Are What We Eat , explores the intersection of food, community, and identity. On view in the… continue reading We Are What We Eat: Recipes and Resources
By written by Administrator April 1, 2024 1