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Looking for some great books for your children? Our children’s librarians are excited to share their expert reviews with you. First in our series of monthly children's book… continue reading Flora & Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo: The Story of a Girl and a Squirrel
By written by Sarah S. January 8, 2014 2
Today, in the lobby of the Parkway Central Library , the Free Library of Philadelphia, in partnership with The Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre and numerous other cultural organizations from… continue reading Celebrate William Shakespeare During the Year of the Bard
By written by Michelle S. January 8, 2014
Need health insurance? Not sure how to sign up? The Free Library is a Certified Application Counselor (CAC) Designated Organization, meaning we are here to help! With more than 30 trained staff,… continue reading Health Insurance Help at the Free Library
By written by Autumn M. January 6, 2014 5
Happy New Year! We're back after the holidays and ready to kick off a brand new year of great Early Literacy programs and events that emphasis Reading, Writing, Talking, Singing, and Playing.… continue reading January 2014 Early Literacy Calendar
By written by Jennifer W. January 2, 2014
Hi, my name is Dena and I’m a fiction librarian in Philbrick Hall at the Parkway Central Library. You might have seen me there excitedly recommending the best vampire book ever written… continue reading What Dena Reads: 2013 Favorites
By written by Dena December 31, 2013 5
2013 was another great year for readers and fans of comic books, specifically graphic novels. While not necessarily a "Top 10" (especially since I selected thirteen!) and definitely not… continue reading 13 Great Graphic Novels from 2013
By written by Peter SM December 31, 2013
Continuing our series of blog posts on the topic of Digital Literacy , today we'll discuss the difference between Digital Immigrants and Digital Natives and the possible issues both groups… continue reading Discussions on Digital Immigrants and Digital Natives
By written by Debra E. J. December 23, 2013 2
If you are looking to get ahead at work or at school, interested in learning something new or brushing up on your existing skills, the Free Library is pleased to offer you access to Universal… continue reading Take Online Classes Through the Free Library with Universal Class
By written by Jamie W. December 23, 2013 111
With Zinio the Free Library is pleased to offer you free access to current issues of popular magazines to read on your tablet, smartphone, or computer. Your SEPTA ride to work just got so much… continue reading Download Digital Magazines with Zinio and the Free Library!
By written by Jamie W. December 20, 2013 24
The holidays are nearly here and one thing we've come to expect at this time of year is a flood of requests from people looking for help reading library ebooks on their computers, phones,… continue reading Overdrive READ: the easiest way to read an ebook
By written by Jamie W. December 20, 2013 9
Baking cookies is a great activity to share with your little one. It involves so many aspects of learning disguised as complete fun! Literacy, mathematics, and fine motor skills are… continue reading Let's Bake Some Cookies!
By written by Megan W. December 19, 2013
View and listen to the Top 10 Author Event Podcasts Downloaded in November 2013 . There were more than 28,500 podcast downloads from our website for the month of November. Don't forget to view… continue reading Top 10 Author Event Podcasts Downloaded in November 2013
By written by Peter SM December 19, 2013
Getting comfortably literary on a chilly day must be one of life’s great pleasures. Here is one librarian’s handpicked recommendations for snow day reads with an emphasis on heavy page… continue reading Snow Day Reading Favorites for Winter
By written by Jamie W. December 18, 2013
We are delighted that OverDrive ebook circulation continues to grow -- a 33% increase in use over this same time a year ago-- and we anticipate continued growth. This great increase comes at a… continue reading EBook Loan Changes
By written by Anne L. December 17, 2013 39
With the holidays in full swing and snow on the ground throughout the city, it seemed like the perfect time to compile a new playlist on our Spotify channel. Also, in the perfect timing… continue reading Seasonal Sounds - A Holiday Playlist from Free Library's Spotify Channel
By written by Peter SM December 17, 2013
Kindles, tablets, laptops, and smartphones will top many holiday gift lists this season. Sadly though, lessons are not included with these devices. If you or someone you know needs a little help… continue reading Ho, Ho, Ho My Goodness! How Do you Work This Thing? FLP Gadget Help Desk to Offer Extended Holiday Hours
By written by Jamie W. December 16, 2013 1
If it's December, it must be time for another film full of hobbits, elves, dwarves, wizards, orcs, trolls, dragons, and other fantastic creatures to debut at movie theaters! For five out of… continue reading Friday Five: The Hobbit
By written by Peter SM December 13, 2013 1
"I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free society in which all persons will live together in harmony and with equal opportunities. It is an ideal which I hope to live for. But, my… continue reading A Celebration of Nelson Mandela's Life Through Word and Song
By written by Peter SM December 12, 2013
Here are the Top 10 ebooks downloaded from the Free Library's OverDrive Digital Library in November 2013. There were more than 45,000 ebooks checked out and downloaded for the month! Donna… continue reading Top 10 ebooks OverDrive Digital Library November 2013
By written by Peter SM December 10, 2013 2
John Derstine Souder (1865-1942) was raised on a Mennonite farm near Telford in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. He was a storekeeper, postmaster, and poultry dealer before retiring. … continue reading John Derstine Souder’s Fraktur in the Henry Stauffer Borneman Pennsylvania German Collection
By written by Del-Louise M. December 9, 2013