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We’re halfway through the 2013 One Book, One Philadelphia season! How many events have you made it to so far? This week’s edition of “Chatting One Book ” focuses on the… continue reading Chatting One Book: The Buddha in the Attic, “Babies”
By written by Michelle S. February 13, 2013
The 55th annual Grammy awards were held this week in Los Angeles and the world was invited to sit on its collective couch and watch. Did the Grammys reaffirm your faith in pop music? Or like many… continue reading Grab a Grammy Winner with Freegal!
By written by Jamie W. February 12, 2013
Tax season is here, and as usual Philadelphians are flocking to every branch and regional library, as well as the Parkway Central Library, with questions about filing. Unfortunately,… continue reading Tax Filing Tips from the Free Library of Philadelphia
By written by Adam F. February 8, 2013 1
It’s the third week of “Chatting One Book ,” and this week we’re taking a look at the section, “Whites.” It’s a long section that details the… continue reading Chatting One Book: The Buddha in the Attic, “Whites”
By written by Michelle S. February 6, 2013
In a few short weeks, you will notice limited commercial advertising on the Free Library’s website in an effort to generate new income that will support Library services and innovations.… continue reading The Free Library and Website Advertising
By written by Alix G. February 5, 2013 12
The Free Library of Philadelphia yesterday released its first batch of raw data to the OpenDataPhilly project. As discussed in previous blog posts , the "Open Data" initative's goal… continue reading Free Library of Philadelphia Contributes First Batch of Data to OpenDataPhilly Project
By written by Peter SM February 5, 2013
The Free Library of Philadelphia and WHYY are teaming up to present selections from the award-winning 2011 documentary BULLY followed by a q&a session with Cynthia Lowen, Producer and Writer… continue reading The Free Library and WHYY present BULLY
By written by K-Fai S. February 1, 2013
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The Regional Foundation Center at the Free Library now offers job seekers what they need...Job Announcements! Click here to view the postings. Most openings are located in the… continue reading LOCATE YOUR NEXT JOB!
By written by Aileen M. February 1, 2013
Welcome to the second week of our blog series, “Chatting One Book ”! Have you made it to any of our great One Book programs yet? Events are taking place throughout the city, so click… continue reading Chatting One Book: The Buddha in the Attic, “First Night”
By written by Michelle S. January 30, 2013
Overdrive released their revamped website about two weeks ago and we've already heard from many of our readers. New features, such as the improved download button (no more accidentally… continue reading Welcome to Overdrive Read
By written by Jamie W. January 29, 2013
The American Library Association webcast just concluded and the winners are . . . Caldecott Award Winner : This… continue reading Caldecott Medal turns 75 - And the Winners Are...
By written by Andrea Z. January 28, 2013 1
The American Library Association honors books, videos, and other outstanding materials for children and teens. According to their website, "2013 marks the 75th… continue reading Caldecott Medal turns 75
By written by Andrea Z. January 25, 2013 1
The following, I’m sure, comes as no surprise to any Philadelphia resident: it’s freezing outside. I know we’ve escaped a huge chunk of winter with milder weather, but that… continue reading Winter Entertainment
By written by Eileen O. January 25, 2013
As of Tuesday, January 22, 2013, I have resumed my duties as a Children's Librarian with the Free Library of Philadelphia. It's been over four years since I've served in… continue reading I'm on the Outside Looking In
By written by Alex B. January 24, 2013
Throughout these eight inspired weeks of One Book, One Philadelphia , I’ll be blogging about each chapter of Julie Otsuka’s masterful featured selection, The Buddha in the Attic . I… continue reading Chatting One Book: The Buddha in the Attic, “Come, Japanese!”
By written by Michelle S. January 23, 2013
Registration for kindergarten at the School District of Philadelphia begins on Tuesday January 22, 2013! The Free Library of Philadelphia is participating in the Kindergarten… continue reading Get answers to questions about registering for Kindergarten at the Free Library of Philadelphia!
By written by Rachel F. January 18, 2013 2
If you’re reading this blog, you probably know that the Library is a great place to go when you’re looking for something. It’s also a great place to go if you’re… continue reading Spend Valentine’s Day with Someone who Appreciates You for Your Bookshelves
By written by Daniel S. January 18, 2013
The Free Library is excited to kick off our 11th season of One Book, One Philadelphia tonight at 7:30 p.m. at the Parkway Central Library! This year's featured selection, PEN/Faulkner Award… continue reading One Book, One Philadelphia Kicks Off Tonight!
By written by Michelle S. January 17, 2013
The Free Library of Philadelphia is celebrating Black History Month throughout February with programming in our neighborhood libraries. From storytimes to poetry readings, drumming workshops… continue reading Celebrate Black History Month!
By written by Eileen O. January 16, 2013 2
Today marks what would have been the 84th birthday of Nobel Prize winning activist and Civil Rights Leader Dr.Martin Luther King, Jr. The DREAM@50 is a tribute series that was held throughout 2012… continue reading LEAP's DREAM@50 Contest Winners
By written by Peter SM January 15, 2013 3