What better way to kick off Children's Book Week than with a new Early Literacy calendar from Free Library? This month's calendar and links, compiled by Free Library of Philadelphia's children's librarians, is once again full of great suggestions that parents and caregivers can engage in with their children to help nurture and… continue reading May 2016 Early Literacy Calendar
By written by Peter SM May 2, 2016
The weather is truly taking a turn for warmer, sunnier days, making it the perfect time to enjoy a big juicy burger outside with friends. Veggie burgers come in all shapes and sizes and can be fun and easy to make. These recipes come from local nutrition expert and registered dietitian Lindsey Kane, MS, RDN, LDN.… continue reading Recipe: DIY Veggie Burgers
By written by Michele T. April 29, 2016
April has been a busy month for the Words at Play Vocabulary Initiative ! Words at Play staff presented to early childhood educators at a regional conference for the Delaware Valley Association for the Education of Young Children (DVAEYC). We also had another successful STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math)-themed Play Party… continue reading April Showers Bring Words at Play Book Nooks!
By written by Carrie K. April 29, 2016
We are excited to announce that each of our three Hot Spot locations will offer digital-literacy workshops during Philly Tech Week (PTW) , April 29 – May 7. These workshops will delve into storing your data in the cloud and tools and tips for online job searches. We will also offer an extension of the Library’s… continue reading Philly Tech Week Is Back at the Hot Spots!
By written by Harry F. April 28, 2016
The Philadelphia District-wide Parent & Guardian Survey is now available and the School District of Philadelphia wants to hear from you! The new survey was created with the help of parents and guardians, community members, students, principals, teachers, counselors, administrators, and researchers across the city and is offered online… continue reading Help Build Better Schools: Take the District-wide Parent & Guardian Survey Now!
By written by Julie B. April 28, 2016 2
Last Thursday, the new South Philadelphia Library took a big step toward its opening, as an exciting piece of the puzzle was completed with the installation of the Maurice Sendak Chertoff Mural . Moving from its previous home at the Rosenbach , the mural will be a focal point at the newly built structure at 1700 South Broad Street, where… continue reading Sendak Mural Installed as South Philadelphia Library Opening Nears
By written by Kate C. April 27, 2016
In honor of his 452nd birthday on this past Saturday, April 23, 2016—the second night of Passover... The Hebrews had been prosperous in Egypt, growing and multiplying. But the new Pharaoh became scared and decided, “I'll manacle thy neck and feet together” ( The Tempes t ). After many years in bondage “burdened with… continue reading The Passover Story, as told by William Shakespeare
By written by Julie B. April 26, 2016
2016: It's an election year and Philadelphia is hosting the Democratic National Convention! The Free Library wanted to get in on the fun, so join us as we launch an exciting new event series: The American Presidency. This compelling, provocative programming series for the whole family will examine the untold stories of,… continue reading The 2016 American Presidency Series
By written by Autumn M. April 25, 2016
Prince . One word. One being. Thousands of songs. Millions of fans . A purple pop polymath. That guitar SOUND! And now, he's left this mortal coil (as if he could ever be contained by it in the first place). Try as they might, words fail at times like these. Listen to the music and watch the flickering images on the screen, they speak… continue reading Prince
By written by Peter SM April 22, 2016 1
The Philadelphia Jazz Project and the Free Library of Philadelphia ’s season of concerts meditating on what the Great Migration means for our city’s musical DNA is nearing the final curtain. If you’ve been meaning to make it to any of the shows in this series, now’s your chance! On Monday, April 25, Victor North… continue reading Mysterious Travelers 2 Concert Series | Up Next! Victor North | Recapping Najwa Parkins
By written by Perry G. April 21, 2016
Librarians in the Music Department and the New Americans Committee invite you to celebrate the unique cultural heritage of Philadelphia’s immigrant communities with the New Americans Spring Concert Series . In April, May, and June, we’ll offer three free pop-up concerts in the Grand Lobby of the Parkway Central Library , each… continue reading New Americans Spring Concert Series
By written by Perry G. April 12, 2016
It is National Library Week ! First sponsored in 1958, it is a time to celebrate the contributions of our nation's libraries and librarians and to promote library use and support. It is also a time for the library community to look at its role in our 21st-century society. To that end, today the American Library Association (ALA) has… continue reading Top Ten Most Challenged Books of 2015
By written by Julie B. April 11, 2016 1
The Free Library is excited to host several science-based children’s programs in 16 of its neighborhood libraries—as well as a number of kitchen-science programs at the Culinary Literacy Center at Parkway Central Library—in conjunction with the Philadelphia Science Festival during the month of April. From Monday, April 25… continue reading #GetNerdyPHL with the Philadelphia Science Festival This April!
By written by Julie B. April 11, 2016
UPDATE: Philly Spring Cleanup: Postponed Until Saturday, April 16th Due to the forecasted inclement weather, the Streets Department has made the decision to postpone the 9th Annual Philly Spring Cleanup until SATURDAY, APRIL 16. This decision was made out of an abundance of caution and with the safety of all residents and sanitation crews at… continue reading Phillly Spring Cleanup Saturday, April 9 2016
By written by Jasmine D. April 7, 2016
The Free Library of Philadelphia is delighted to announce four new site-specific public art commissions at neighborhood libraries across the city. The art will be placed at four of the libraries undergoing renovation and expansion through the Building Inspiration: 21 st Century Libraries Initiative : Lillian Marrero Library (6 th Street and… continue reading Public Art Commissions at Four Neighborhood Libraries
By written by Jenn D. April 6, 2016 1
By Kristine Johnson My name is Kristine Johnson and I am a committed College Prep Specialist with the Free Library of Philadelphia. The best thing about this program is the youth! We are continually impressed by everything that they do: their enthusiasm and ambition, their intelligence and maturity, and overwhelmingly by their confidence… continue reading "Oh The Things You’ll See…"
By written by Aisha A. April 6, 2016
The following recipe is from Leanne Brown’s book Good and Cheap: Eat Well on $4/Day (also available as a free downloadable PDF from her website). The book began as a project for her master’s degree in food studies at New York University to explore what eating well on a SNAP (food stamp) budget could look like—and from there,… continue reading Recipe: Korean-Style Spinach on Toast
By written by Michele T. April 5, 2016
By Lisa Kelly of The Food Trust Over the next several weeks, asparagus will be one of the main attractions at Philadelphia markets! The supermodel of early springtime produce, long and lanky asparagus can be prepared in countless ways. It’s especially great grilled, seared in a pan, added to soup, quickly steamed, and even pickled!… continue reading Cook This Now: Oh, Hello Asparagus!
By written by Michele T. April 5, 2016
April is National Volunteer Month and the Free Library of Philadelphia is especially grateful to the thousands of volunteers who have donated their time to help make our library system shine. Over the past year, more than 2,000 volunteers have donated more than 100,000 hours of their time thoughout all 77 departments and neighborhood libraries… continue reading Thank you to the Library's incredible volunteers!
By written by Julie B. April 5, 2016
Spring is unfortunately not quite in the air yet in Philadelphia : ( In the meantime, let's watch the video below with easy to read and listen to sentences as well as stunning springtime pictures. This month's calendar and links, compiled by Free Library of Philadelphia's children's librarians, is once again full of great… continue reading April 2016 Early Literacy Calendar
By written by Peter SM April 4, 2016
