Browsing Date: June 2020 (40)
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Hello library world friends! You have no idea how much we miss you and how much we miss recommending titles for you and your children! On the subject of recommendations, I have a few for kids who… continue reading All of the Magic, None of the Hate
By written by Rachel F. June 15, 2020 1
Today's the day: Artemis Fowl takes the leap from book to screen as Disney+ premiere's the sci-fi-fantasy-world-spy-kid-action-adventure-YA film adaptation! Directed by Kenneth Branagh… continue reading Artemis Fowl—from Book to Screen
By written by Peter SM June 12, 2020 2
Today marks the last day of classes for School District of Philadelphia teachers and students and the beginning of summer break! It's been a challenging school year, to say the least, so… continue reading Summer of Wonder – Week Three: Virtual Concerts, Therapy Dog Storytimes, Summer Crafts, and Juneteenth Celebration!
By written by Emily S. June 12, 2020
We are back with another Picture ebook Highlights , a series where we put the spotlight on an ebook that you can read at home, using the Free Library's Digital Media portal. And this one is a… continue reading Picture ebooks Highlights | Click, Clack, Moo, Cows That Type
By written by Monica C. June 11, 2020 1
I never would have pegged myself as someone who wanted to read about "the sports", but there are some sweet and dramatic comics and graphic novels that have changed my mind about that in… continue reading Queer Comics About Sports!
By written by Rachel F. June 10, 2020
May we suggest some fun fiction and inspiring memoirs that we've recently added to our collection? Enjoy! Young Children (Up to 2nd Grade) I Am Perfectly Designed written by Karamo Brown and… continue reading New Titles Coming to the Free Library in June!
By written by Paul A. June 10, 2020
Attending video meetings has become a necessity for many of us these days while working from home, taking an online class, or keeping in touch with friends and family. Zoom is a popular web… continue reading Tutorials for Learning How to Use Zoom Video Conferencing Software
By written by Phil K. June 9, 2020 1
Edible Alphabet is a free English Language Learning (ELL) program offered by the Free Library's Culinary Literacy Center. The mission is to teach English language and literacy skills through… continue reading Edible Alphabet Recipe of the Week: Pasta Primavera
By written by Lindsay S. June 9, 2020 1
You can still participate in Pride Month even if you cannot go to a pride parade. There are even ways of participating that avoid pinkwashing or whitewashing of the pride movement. While PRIDE may… continue reading Add These Books by Young LGBQTIA Authors to Your Pride Reading List!
By written by Hannah B. June 8, 2020
Original blog post by Symbol Lai, Office of Immigrant Affairs, posted on May 29, 2020 National Immigrant Heritage Month is back — and not a moment too soon. Faced with a global… continue reading Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month!
By written by Administrator June 8, 2020
There may be no better way to dress your salad than with a healthy, homemade vinaigrette! While choosing a salad may seem like an inherently nutritious option (and it often is!), adding the wrong… continue reading Salad Science: Make a Simple Vinaigrette!
By written by Caity R. June 5, 2020 1
The first week of Summer of Wonder has already flown by! Join us on Facebook for Week Two, June 8 through 12! Mondays: Imagination Station Share your feelings with the world by designing and… continue reading Summer of Wonder – Week Two: Maker Crafts, Animation, Storytimes, Trivia, and Yoga!
By written by Emily S. June 5, 2020
We are back with another Picture ebook Highlight , a series where we put the spotlight on an ebook that you can read at home, using the Free Library's Digital Media portal. This time our… continue reading Picture ebooks Highlights | Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
By written by Monica C. June 4, 2020
by Kalela W. and Andrew N. Celebrate Pride by standing up against racism. Black lives Matter. freelibrary.org/pride Fifty years ago, in June 1970, LGBTQ+ people in cities across the United States… continue reading Pride, Black Lives Matter, and Solidarity
By written by Kalela W. June 4, 2020 3
Dear Free Library community, We are enraged and heartbroken. The murder of George Floyd at the hands of the police—and the senseless murders of Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor, among… continue reading The Free Library Stands Against Racism
By written by Siobhan Reardon June 3, 2020 6
This is the final installment in an ongoing series of self-care blog-posts. I’m not a professional healthcare worker. I’m simply someone that practices self-care in his daily life and… continue reading Do-It-Yourself Family Self-Care
By written by Bryan B. June 3, 2020
Edible Alphabet is a free English Language Learning (ELL) program offered by the Free Library's Culinary Literacy Center. The mission is to teach English language and literacy skills through… continue reading Edible Alphabet Recipe of the Week: Haitian Pikliz
By written by Lindsay S. June 2, 2020 2
It's Primary Election Day in Philadelphia! If you've signed up in Pennsylvania to vote by mail , you should have already received your ballot with its easy-to-follow instructions,… continue reading "I Voted" Stickers from Our Special Collections
By written by Chris B. June 2, 2020
Though it’s hard to imagine LGBTQ+ Pride month in Philadelphia without being able to gather in person as a community to celebrate, the Free Library is marching online and taking the… continue reading The Free Library of Pride Goes Virtual Throughout June 2020!
By written by Andrew N. June 1, 2020 1
Voting in the Pennsylvania Primary Election on Tuesday, June 2, is going to be different in Philadelphia this year, as the Philadelphia Inquirer recently noted , because of… continue reading Five Free Library Locations to Serve as Polling Places in Primary Election
By written by Jenn D. June 1, 2020