We here at the Free Library love Amy Sedaris. Not just because she visited us here last month. Or that she's funny. Or related to David Sedaris. Which doesn't hurt. But because she's now an… continue reading Ghosts, Ghouls, and Amy Sedaris

By written by Emily    October 31, 2006   

Natalie Pompilio article . Damon C. Williams article. continue reading One Book, One Philadelphia Media Coverage

By written by Emily    October 31, 2006   

Today at 11:00 a.m., a press conference was held in the Central Library's Main Lobby to announce the featured title for 2007's One Book, One Philadelphia . Carlos Eire's 2003 National Book… continue reading 2007 One Book, One Philadelphia Selection Announced

By written by Emily    October 30, 2006   

Here are some photos from the Free Library's Barack Obama event. New Yorker interview. continue reading Obama Photos

By written by Emily    October 27, 2006   

Are you a young adult who loves the Free Library? Then join the Raven Society! For a $50 donation, you benefit from an array of members-only benefits, such as: invitations to social events and… continue reading The Raven Society

By written by Emily    October 27, 2006   

Tomorrow at 10:30 a.m. at the Falls of Schuylkill Branch , the gloves come off! First Lady Judge Marjorie O. Rendell will pit her wordplay skills against those of First Lady of Philadelphia, Naomi… continue reading First Ladies Scrabble Championship

By written by Emily    October 26, 2006    2

Currently on display in the West Gallery of the Central Library through December is an exhibition entitled “Making Murals: The Connection Between Muralists, Students, and Community… continue reading Murals, Murals Everywhere

By written by Emily    October 25, 2006   

Michael Lewis, bestselling non-fiction author of such books as Liar's Poker , The New New Thing , and Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game , arrived at the Free Library today at noon to… continue reading Michael Lewis

By written by Emily    October 24, 2006    11

Ever wonder what the average lifespan of a ladybug is? Or the name of President Eisenhower’s Secretary of Defense? The Free Library of Philadelphia website now hosts Ask Here PA , a new… continue reading Ask A Reference Librarian, 24/7

By written by Emily    October 23, 2006    12

This morning, the Washington Post and other prominent newspapers reported that Barack Obama is now considering a bid for the 2008 presidential elections. Could the resounding reception he received… continue reading Barack Obama's Triumphant Visit

By written by Emily    October 23, 2006    1

On October 22 at 2:00 p.m., the Rare Book Department will host a special program coinciding with the current exhibition, "Unimaginable Coasts: European Exploration and the Conquest of the… continue reading The Geographic Revolution in Early America, a lecture by Martin Brückner

By written by Emily    October 20, 2006   

Normally, science and religion are assumed to be at odds. But tonight's Lecture Series lineup presents a much more optimistic picture, with Pulitzer Prize-winning scientist and writer, Edward O.… continue reading Pulitzer Prize-winner, E.O. Wilson, Speaks Tonight

By written by Emily    October 19, 2006   

First, Smokin' Joe Frazier made an appearance at the Free Library's citywide anti-violence forum . Today, he showed up in the New York Times . continue reading Hometown Hero All Over the Place

By written by Emily    October 18, 2006   

Yesterday afternoon, radio and talk show host Tavis Smiley spoke with teens as part of the Free Library's Field Family Teen Author Series. It was a rousing lecture -- in addition to discussing his… continue reading Tavis Smiley a Huge Success

By written by Emily    October 18, 2006   

"Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to read." Groucho Marx continue reading Quote of the Day

By written by Emily    October 16, 2006   

The Free Library is pleased to announce that Library card holders can now access the online subscription to the PDR Electronic Library from home. You can search both the Physician’s Desk… continue reading Physician's Desk Reference Now Available from Home

By written by Emily    October 13, 2006    10

Orhan Pamuk , a novelist hailing from Turkey, won this year's Nobel Prize in Literature. He is an author,"who in the quest for the melancholic soul of his native city has discovered new symbols… continue reading Congratulations, Orhan Pamuk!

By written by Emily    October 12, 2006   

Kile Smith, Curator of the Free Library’s Edwin A. Fleisher Collection of Orchestral Music and host of WRTI’s Discoveries from the Fleisher Collection monthly program, takes a moment… continue reading Interview with Fleisher Curator, Kile Smith

By written by Emily    October 11, 2006   

On October 4, CSPAN2’s Book TV Bus arrived at the Free Library to interview Ian S. Lustick , Professor of Political Science and Bess W. Heyman Chair at the University of Pennsylvania, as he… continue reading Book TV Visits the Free Library

By written by Emily    October 10, 2006   

The Frankford Branch , which opened at Frankford Avenue and Overington Street on October 2, 1906, was the second Carnegie Branch in the city. The roots of this library date back to 1823, when the… continue reading Two Branches Built with Funds from Andrew Carnegie Celebrate 100th Anniversaries in October

By written by Emily    October 6, 2006    1