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Throughout February, we were feeling the Valentine's Day spirit and decided to ask our audience a simple question: Why do YOU #LoveTheLibrary ? The response warmed our hearts and reminded us… continue reading #LoveTheLibrary: We Asked, You Answered!
By written by Kate C. March 2, 2017 1
One of the most exciting days in library land is here – it’s Dr. Seuss’ birthday! Today, we’re joining in the celebration of the 113th birthday of Theodor Geisel, a.k.a.… continue reading Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!
By written by Kate C. March 2, 2017
Is today a snow day for you or your little ones? Spend it with the Free Library! Our system is open for business, but as always, we recommend checking in with your neighborhood library location… continue reading Spend Your Snow Day With The Free Library!
By written by Kate C. February 9, 2017
Last Wednesday night, we officially closed the door on the 2016-2017 One Book, One Philadelphia reading period for The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (although, let’s be… continue reading #OneBookWednesday: Looking Back on 15 Years
By written by Kate C. February 1, 2017
It’s February, cupid is dusting off his bow and arrow, and those chalky-but-delicious conversation hearts are lining supermarket shelves. With love already in the air, we thought it would be… continue reading #LoveTheLibrary: What Do You Love About YOUR Local Library?
By written by Kate C. February 1, 2017 24
The Free Library, along with the Office of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy (OACCE) ’s Percent for Art program , has announced a new site-specific public art commission to be carried… continue reading Philadelphia-Based Artist Selected for Public Art Commission at Parkway Central Library
By written by Kate C. January 30, 2017
Today is Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Awareness Day! So, what does that mean? For the last 40 years, an Earned Income Tax Credit has made life better for millions of workers. You may have extra… continue reading Do You Qualify For An Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)?
By written by Kate C. January 27, 2017 1
As we turn the page on 2016 and embark on exciting new chapters in 2017, a nationwide social media movement is afoot! Led by the New York Public Library (NYPL) , libraries and cultural… continue reading Join the #ReadersUnite Movement with the Free Library!
By written by Kate C. January 3, 2017 1
Free Library Myth #1 "Shhhhhhhhhh! This is a library!" While we do offer many quiet areas for customers to comfortably read, study, and explore our materials, we also offer many types of… continue reading #FLPMyths: So you thought libraries are quiet…
By written by Kate C. December 28, 2016
It was about this time last year that I met my husband for lunch at Reading Terminal Market. It was a particularly cold afternoon, so instead of making the walk, I drove. I passed Parkway Central… continue reading I Saw Philadelphia Through the Eyes of the Free Library
By written by Kate C. December 27, 2016 24
Free Library Myth #2 We can all picture it—the "stereotypical" librarian image: an old woman with a bun and glasses, rocking an awesome cardigan! In reality, Free Library… continue reading #FLPMyths: So you thought all librarians were old ladies in cardigans…
By written by Kate C. December 27, 2016
Free Library Myth #3 While printed books, ebooks, and audiobooks are the most popular items to check out from the Free Library, a library card opens the door to so much more if you just know where… continue reading #FLPMyths: So you thought you could only check out books with a library card…
By written by Kate C. December 22, 2016
Free Library Myth #4 Opened in June 2014, the Free Library’s Culinary Literacy Center (CLC) is revolutionizing the way Philadelphians think about food, nutrition, and literacy. It aims to… continue reading #FLPMyths: So you thought there’s no eating allowed in the library…
By written by Kate C. December 20, 2016 2
Free Library Myth #5 The Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation – the non-profit arm that supports the Free Library – works to bring in private donations that account for nearly… continue reading #FLPMyths: So you thought the Free Library operated solely on taxpayer dollars…
By written by Kate C. December 15, 2016
Did you know that December is Read A New Book Month ? That’s right, the perfect excuse to dig into something you haven’t read before, especially as the temperatures continue to drop… continue reading December is Read A New Book Month!
By written by Kate C. December 12, 2016 1
Free Library Myth #6 While Benjamin Franklin is one of the prominent figures in our city’s history – doesn’t it seem like he’s there at every turn? – it’s… continue reading #FLPMyths: So you thought Ben Franklin founded the Free Library…
By written by Kate C. December 12, 2016 1
The City of Philadelphia has announced that it is expanding free, quality pre-K for 6,500 three- and four-year-olds over the next five years, with the first 2,000 seats available now! Families… continue reading Quality Pre-K Is Expanding In Philadelphia!
By written by Kate C. December 9, 2016 2
Free Library Myth #7 One of the Free Library’s most unique and beloved programs is PAWS Read to a Dog , which takes place at several library locations and at which children are encouraged to… continue reading #FLPMyths: So you thought no animals were allowed in the library…
By written by Kate C. December 9, 2016 1
Free Library Myth #8 Some of our system’s most valuable resources are outside library walls, including the Techmobile , city Hot Spots , and the new pedal-powered Book Bike mobile library.… continue reading #FLPMyths: So you thought the library is confined to buildings…
By written by Kate C. December 7, 2016
Free Library Myth #9 In addition to our children’s programming – which often steals the photo ops! – and events for adults and senior citizens , the Free Library has extensive… continue reading #FLPMyths: So you thought the library is just for young children and older adults…
By written by Kate C. December 5, 2016