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There are Infinite Reasons to Love This Photographer and Her 97-year old Muse Huffingtonpost.com She spent thirty five years working at the Free Library of Philadelphia as a commercial… continue reading Free Library in the News: May 18-22, 2015
By written by Samantha M. May 22, 2015
Frequent visitors to our Overdrive site may have noticed a few changes this week. After months of planning, Overdrive has discontinued the much maligned WMA and WMV formats for audiobooks, videos,… continue reading Digital Audiobooks Are Now Easier Than Ever
By written by Jamie W. May 21, 2015 9
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Last week’s deadly train derailment in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia was eerily similar to a crash that happened at the same junction on Labor Day in 1943. The 1943 accident… continue reading 1943 Philadelphia Train Derailment Tragedy
By written by David N. May 21, 2015
It's new comic book day across the United States today and you can flip through some new comics without even leaving your house to head down to your local comic shop. Hoopla , one of our most… continue reading Hoopla Makes A Splash (Page), Now Offering Comic Book Downloads!
By written by Peter SM May 20, 2015 1
On Thursday, May 21 at Parkway Central Library, the Free Library will kick off the first of six job fairs to be held throughout the year at neighborhood libraries across the city. Made possible by… continue reading Free Library and Citizens Bank Foundation Job Fairs Kickoff Thursday, May 21st
By written by Nate E. May 19, 2015
Words at Play Vocabulary Initiative at FLP KYW Audio clip Sen. George Mitchell: The Negotiator WHYY Former Senator GEORGE MITCHELL accomplished the Herculean task when after years of… continue reading Free Library in the News: May 11-15, 2015
By written by Samantha M. May 15, 2015
Beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 16th, Free Library IT staff will be performing system maintenance on our website. Our online catalog , telephone renewal system, and access to electronic… continue reading Software Upgrade Saturday, May 16th
By written by Peter SM May 15, 2015 2
Philadelphia’s 2015 primary election is Tuesday, May 19. Registered voters have the opportunity to select primary candidates for Mayor, City Council, Judges, City Commissioners, Sheriff, and… continue reading Don't Forget to Vote on May 19!
By written by Autumn M. May 13, 2015
Know anyone who'd like some free computer lessons? Parkway Central librarians have announced their new roster of computer courses for May 2015. Librarians lead these classes… continue reading May 2015 Computer Classes at Parkway Central
By written by Perry G. May 8, 2015
Toni Morrison’s book explores how childhood trauma twists adult life Phillytrib.com When one of the world’s most revered writers hit a bump in her wheelchair heading to the stage of… continue reading Free Library in the News: May 4-8, 2015
By written by Samantha M. May 8, 2015
Fraktur is a term describing both a 16th century German typeface and manuscript letter form, and the manuscript documents (now considered folk art) produced by the Pensylvania… continue reading Framing Fraktur: Lettering in the Fraktur Style
By written by Karen L. May 7, 2015
Celebrate the coming of summer with a rooftop biergarten ! Mingle atop the Skyline Terrace and have an excellent view of the city with other young Philadelphia professionals, while you… continue reading Join us for the Raven Society Rooftop Biergarten!
By written by Samantha M. May 6, 2015
Walk outside, take a deep breath, and feel the warm sunshine on your face—Spring is in full swing! The month of May is full of fun little holidays that you can celebrate with the children in… continue reading May 2015 Early Literacy Calendar
By written by Sarah S. May 4, 2015
Learn the science of the chocolate chip cookie Philly.com He's setting up a "chocolate-chip cookie lab" at the Free Library's Culinary Literacy Center (1901 Vine St.), where… continue reading Free Library in the News: April 27- May 1, 2015
By written by Samantha M. May 1, 2015
Here in the Business, Science and Industry Department , we love our pets. That’s a pretty common theme among the librarians and staff of the Free Library of Philadelphia. Our… continue reading Look Familiar?
By written by CaitlinT May 1, 2015
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