Booklovers across the world mourned the death of contemporary American writer John Updike on Tuesday, January 27. The author, who counted the award-winning Rabbit series among his bestsellers,… continue reading Acclaimed Author John Updike Dies at Age 76

By written by Shannon G    January 28, 2009    7

Now that the seventh season of One Book, One Philadelphia is underway, I want to hear from you! Were you one of the 700+ people who attended the kick-off at Parkway Central for the kick off on… continue reading One Book Author Lopez Visits Local Branch

By written by Shannon G    January 28, 2009    1

As the United States is celebrating on this historic inauguration day, take some time to read about the lives of our new President and Vice President.  Free Library librarians have put… continue reading Inauguration - past and present

By written by Jen W.    January 20, 2009    12

Do you have any plans to celebrate the historic inauguration next week? Parkway Central will have a television set up in the Main Lobby, so feel free to stop by on Tuesday to catch a glimpse of… continue reading From the Archives: Barack Obama's Visit to Parkway Library

By written by Shannon G    January 16, 2009    13

Looking for an antidote to the post-holiday blues, chilly temps, and lack of sun in the coming months? Well grab your copy of The Soloist (you can borrow it from any branch of the Free Library)… continue reading Get Ready, Get Set, Get Reading!

By written by Shannon G    January 13, 2009    91

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