Browsing Date: April 2015 (23)
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The Free Library of Philadelphia would like to extend our sincerest sympathies to the Nepalese and Bhutanese communities in Philadelphia during these difficult times following the aftermath of the… continue reading Helping the Victims of the Nepal Earthquake
By written by Tiffany N. April 30, 2015
We’re taking a break from our normal book reviews to look at our historical collections at the Free Library. The Children’s Literature Research Collection (CLRC) houses premier… continue reading Aliki's My Five Senses
By written by Sarah S. April 30, 2015 3
Many moons ago when we began to undertake the incredible Framing Fraktur initiative here at the Free Library, I started blathering on (incessantly, some might say) to colleagues about the… continue reading Framing Fraktur through Food
By written by Alix G. April 29, 2015
The Free Library Hotspots Progam is happy to announce a weekly Create-Your-Own Video Game Club at Heavenly Hall! The club is designed for 8 to 14 year olds interested in learning how to design… continue reading Video Game Club at Heavenly Hall Hotspot
By written by Scott P. April 28, 2015
Last month, the Music Department featured the music of Qin Qian - Philadelphia author, educator and erhu player. She treated the public to a special pop-up performance featuring her students and… continue reading 'Two Strings and Five Tones' at the Parkway Central Library
By written by Perry G. April 28, 2015
The Print and Picture Collection of the Free Library of Philadelphia has mounted a new exhibition to coincide with Framing Fraktur: Celebrating Traditional Pennsylvania German Folk Art and Its… continue reading Text in Prints -- New Exhibit in the Print & Picture Hallway Gallery
By written by Laura S. April 28, 2015
How do we measure success? Some measure success through wealth, power, and prestige. Others may measure success by how quickly they advance in their careers. But how does one… continue reading What Measurement of Success!
By written by Aisha A. April 27, 2015
New book explores jazz influence on fashion Phillytrib.com McClendon’s research was conducted at the Institute of Jazz Studies at Rutgers University, the Schomburg Center for Research in… continue reading Free Library in the News: April 20-24, 2015
By written by Samantha M. April 24, 2015
The Print and Picture Collection is pleased to announce PIX Open Call , our 2015 call for entries for juried two-person exhibitions. Area artists are invited to enter this open call,… continue reading Now accepting entries for PIX Open Call
By written by Laura S. April 22, 2015
The Free Library of Philadelphia is excited to be a core collaborator in the 2015 Philadelphia Science Festival , an innovative, nine-day celebration that explores the many ways that science and… continue reading Get Nerdy with the Free Library of Philadelphia and the 2015 Philadelphia Science Festival!
By written by Rachel F. April 21, 2015
Conserving history: Conservation Center for Art and Historical Artifacts in Philadelphia repairs old paper to preserve history Nj.com On April 7, Book Conservator Rebecca Smyrl was working on a… continue reading Free Library in the News: April 13-17, 2015
By written by Samantha M. April 17, 2015 1
When it comes to providing digital access and bridging the digital divide , public libraries have been at the forefront of the battle for years. Every day, Free Library of Philadelphia staff… continue reading Sign Up! Digital Access Drive for Philly Tech Week
By written by CaitlinT April 15, 2015 1
Today is National Library Workers Day, and we at the Free Library of Philadelphia are incredibly grateful to our hard working and thoughtful staff who advance literacy, guide learning, and inspire… continue reading Celebrating National Library Workers Day
By written by Michelle S. April 14, 2015
The Sheet Music Collection at the Free Library of Philadelphia’s Music Department includes over 350,000 individual songs and wordless piano solos. This collection includes single tunes… continue reading New Sheet Music Acquisitions for April 2015
By written by Adam F. April 14, 2015
Hoopla is the Free Library's online source for streaming movies, television, music, and audiobooks. It's all available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and it's all free when you create… continue reading Find Family Favorites from Disney and More at Hoopla
By written by Jamie W. April 14, 2015
Art of Food: The Culinary Literacy Center WHYY/PBS Video clip—this mini-documentary features Culinary Literacy Specialist Liz Fitzgerald and President Siobhan Reardon For full video, click… continue reading Free Library in the News: April 6-10, 2015
By written by Samantha M. April 10, 2015
Can’t wait for Philly Tech Week 2015 ? Neither can we! The Free Library of Philadelphia is a proud partner of PTW2015, organized by Technical.ly Philly , coming to the city… continue reading Tech Week 2015!
By written by CaitlinT April 8, 2015
Did you know that Eddie Van Halen, Michael Jackson, and Abraham Lincoln were issued patents by the United States Patent and Trademark Office? Eddie Van Halen (US4656917) patented a guitar… continue reading Surprising Stuff about Patents and Trademarks
By written by Sharyl O. April 7, 2015
Take a look at Parkway Central's computer class schedule for the month of April 2015. You're welcome to share these with your community! This month we're debuting Be Your Own… continue reading April 2015 Computer Classes at Parkway Central
By written by Perry G. April 4, 2015
Art: Fraktur: The colorful legacy of Pennsylvania Germans Philly.com Right now, fraktur is getting major exposure, with shows at the Free Library of Philadelphia, Winterthur Museum, and the… continue reading Free Library in the News: March 30- April 2, 2015
By written by Samantha M. April 2, 2015