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The Atlantic Coast Opera Festival and the Free Library of Philadelphia are excited to invite you to a special matinée performance of Verdi’s beloved opera, Otello ,… continue reading Free Sunday Matinée: Otello
By written by Leanne F. July 26, 2016
An excessive heat warning has been issued for the Philadelphia area through the weekend. Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library will serve as a cooling center on Saturday, July… continue reading Stay Cool at the Library! Extended Hours for Saturday, July 23 and Sunday, July 24
By written by Julie B. July 22, 2016 2
With the Democratic National Convention descending on the city next week, political partying and election events are taking over the town. Joining in on this moment for the city, the Free Library… continue reading Visit the Free Library While the DNC Is In Town!
By written by Julie B. July 22, 2016 1
It's hard to believe that it's been fifty years since the Starship Enterprise boldly went where no one had gone before... both in pop culture and the real world. Given today's current… continue reading Star Trek 50th Anniversary
By written by Peter SM July 22, 2016
How can literacy be used for social change? At the recent International Literacy Association conference in Boston, this question was addressed at an impromptu session for literacy specialists and… continue reading Tackling Tough Topics in Classroom Conversation
By written by Carrie K. July 21, 2016 2
We’re halfway through our Summer of Wonder here at the Free Library of Philadelphia, and we’re hearing lots of success stories from our neighborhood libraries across the city. Here are… continue reading Our Summer of Wonder is Halfway Over...
By written by Becky F. July 20, 2016
Jerry Pinkney is a rock star. His fans tend to be of the toddler-variety, but he has legions of older die-hard devotees of his work as well—mostly parents, nannies, and a lot of… continue reading Jerry Pinkney Day
By written by Chris B. July 19, 2016
by Peggy Paul Casella of Fair Food Garlic: The Plant That Keeps on Giving When you think of garlic, you probably imagine compact bulbs wrapped in papery white husks. These are the fully… continue reading Cook This Now: Garlic—The Plant That Keeps On Giving
By written by Michele T. July 18, 2016
Looking for new ways to participate in Summer Reading with the Free Library of Philadelphia? We’ve got brand new activity ideas for all age groups: ReadyRosie An online parent… continue reading New Summer Reading Resources & Activities for All Age Groups!
By written by Becky F. July 18, 2016
An excessive heat warning has been issued for the Philadelphia area for today and tomorrow. Numerous Free Library locations will serve as cooling centers, where residents can get out… continue reading Stay Cool at the Library! Extended Hours for Thursday, July 14 and Friday, July 15
By written by Julie B. July 14, 2016
It may be hot outside but it's cool here at the Free Library! Beat the heat and stop by a library location in your neighborhood for free storytimes , movies , games , and cool Summer Reading… continue reading July 2016 Early Literacy Calendar
By written by Peter SM July 8, 2016
By Becky Friedman and Kadafi El-Kardah Science in the Summer has begun! On June 28th and 29th, kids at the Oak Lane Library enjoyed two full days of free programming focused on science and… continue reading Science in the Summer Arrives at Oak Lane!
By written by Becky F. July 6, 2016
An excessive heat warning has been issued for the Philadelphia area for the next few days. Numerous Free Library locations will serve as cooling centers,where residents can get out of the heat and… continue reading Stay Cool at the Library! Extended Hours for Wednesday, July 6 through Friday, July 8
By written by Julie B. July 6, 2016
On June 25, Free Library staff from the PNC Words at Play Vocabulary Initiative presented a session outlining the program at the American Library Association ’s (ALA) Annual Conference in… continue reading Words at Play Takes Orlando!
By written by Carrie K. July 1, 2016
Are you looking for a way to stay cool and get creative this summer? Perhaps checking out some of the Free Library’s DIY (do-it-yourself) books will get you inspired! For example, let's… continue reading A DIY Guide to a Crafty Summer
By written by Brittney M. June 28, 2016
By Becky Friedman and Ann Pearson Summer officially began on Monday, June 20th, but the Free Library’s Summer Reading Program has already been in full swing! We kicked off our Summer of… continue reading Summer's Here!: A Recap of our Summer Reading Kickoff
By written by Ann P. June 24, 2016
The World Builders Writing Club is a diverse group of aspiring authors who meet once a month and showcase some of their work on the Free Library blog. Please enjoy this first… continue reading "I Fall For You Even Every Time" - World Builders Writing Club Submission
By written by Tamoul Q. June 23, 2016
It's never too early in a child's life to sign up for Summer Reading ! But how can babies, toddlers, and preschoolers participate in Summer Reading, when they can't even read yet?… continue reading Summer Reading is for Babies!
By written by Sarah S. June 22, 2016
Today marks the last day of classes for School District of Philadelphia teachers and students and what better way to celebrate than to visit a local neighborhood pool or sprayground! City Pools… continue reading School's Out for Summer! Stay Cool at a City Pool or Sprayground!
By written by Peter SM June 22, 2016
The Free Library of Philadelphia celebrates reading all summer long. We also celebrate Father’s Day and fatherhood this Sunday. Yay Dad! I’m sure you’ve heard by now that the… continue reading Summer Reading with Dad this Father's Day
By written by Lisa-Jane E. June 17, 2016