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A feature in the most recent issue of Wired magazine proclaims that we are in the "platinum age of television ", a progression over the past decade or so in the rise of quality… continue reading The Return of Mad Men
By written by Peter SM April 5, 2013
On Sunday March 24th, Bassoonist Raymundo Jacinto and the Parkway Central’s Music Department introduced the first experiment in what we hope will become a series of monthly readings and… continue reading Introducing... Readings from the Chamber Music Collection
By written by Adam F. April 5, 2013 3
This year, celebrate National Library Week (April 14-20) at any of the Free Library of Philadelphia’s 54 locations city-wide. If you’re looking for literacy-rich, fun activities for… continue reading National Library Week for Preschool Children
By written by Sarah S. April 4, 2013
"Be not inhospitable to strangers, lest they be angels in disguise." So reads the memorable inscription above the door of Shakespeare & Company , one of my favorite… continue reading Summer in the City
By written by Nani M. April 3, 2013
In tech news reported right before the Easter holiday last week, it was revealed that Amazon had bought the social reading website Goodreads . The news was posted on Goodreads official blog ,… continue reading Amazon Buys Book-centric Social Networking Site Goodreads
By written by Peter SM April 3, 2013
We’re so excited to announce the launch of the Virtual Free Library at Suburban Station, an awesome undertaking made possible by the Free Library and our partners at Dunkin’ Donuts,… continue reading Announcing the Virtual Library at Suburban Station
By written by Michelle S. April 2, 2013 5
Did you know? April 2 nd is Hans Christian Andersen’s birthday -- he would have been 208 years old this year. Happy Birthday, Hans! It is also International Children’s Book Day ,… continue reading International Children's Book Day
By written by Monica C. April 2, 2013
The Free Library is excited to host several science-based children’s programs in 15 of its neighborhood libraries—as well as a special “Science Surprises” program at the… continue reading It's a Science-Spectacular April at the Free Library!
By written by Michelle S. April 1, 2013
The Free Library of Philadelphia is celebrating Pennsylvania’s eight annual One Book, Every Young Child selection, The Bus for Us by Suzanne Bloom ! One Book, Every Young Child is a… continue reading Celebrate the 2013 Pennsylvania One Book Every Young Child with the Free Library of Philadelphia!
By written by Rachel F. March 28, 2013 1
Many of the traditions we associate with Easter can be traced back to celebrations that honored Ostara, or Eastre (Old English), an ancient pagan Germanic goddess of spring. … continue reading The Easter Bunny is Pennsylvania Dutch
By written by Del-Louise M. March 27, 2013 6
"Be afraid... Be very afraid." is the newest addition to the ever-expanding collection of interactive online exhibitions featured on the Free Library's website. The exhibition,… continue reading "Be afraid... Be very afraid." - An Exhibition of Horror
By written by Peter SM March 26, 2013
Some sad news came across the internet last week as Google posted on their official blog that as of July 1st, 2013 they would be shutting down their Google Reader service . Google Reader is--or… continue reading Google Reader Service Ending July 1st, 2013
By written by Peter SM March 21, 2013 1
Spring Break is right around the corner for Philly kids, tweens, and teens. They'll have a whole week of freedom from school, but even free time can get a little dull after a while. After all,… continue reading Teen Media Week at Free Library Hot Spots! March 25-28, 2013
By written by K-Fai S. March 19, 2013 1
This April, the Free Library of Philadelphia is taking our annual Philadelphia Book Festival on the road, with special author events happening at all of our 54 locations throughout the city!… continue reading The 2013 Philadelphia Book Festival is Coming to YOUR Neighborhood Library!
By written by Michelle S. March 18, 2013
The Born This Way Foundation (BTWF) announced today that the Born Brave Bus is headed back on the road, without Lady Gaga, heading to Philly and three other select cities (Washington DC, New York,… continue reading The Born Brave Bus Tour is Back!
By written by K-Fai S. March 14, 2013
It’s the final week of One Book, One Philadelphia , and we couldn’t be more excited to be welcoming Julie Otsuka for the Grand Finale celebration on Wednesday, March 13 at 7:30 p.m. at… continue reading Chatting One Book: The Buddha in the Attic, “A Disappearance”
By written by Michelle S. March 13, 2013
Back in November 2012, Google updated its Maps service for browsers, as well as Android powered mobile phones and tablets, with indoor maps and floor plans of over 10,000 locations inlcuding… continue reading Find Your Way Around Parkway Central via Google Indoor Maps
By written by Peter SM March 12, 2013
March 10-16 is Teen Tech Week @ The Free Library of Philadelphia and we’re calling on all Philadelphia teens to take a minute to check in at their Library or Hot Spot. We have tons of fun… continue reading It's Teen Tech Week!
By written by Daniel S. March 8, 2013
Welcome to “Chatting One Book ,” week seven! Just two weeks are left of One Book, One Philadelphia , and we’d love for you to share on Facebook or Twitter (or in the comments… continue reading Chatting One Book: The Buddha in the Attic, “Last Day”
By written by Michelle S. March 6, 2013
Every year, teen poets and spoken word artists come together to blow us away with their words and performances-- Teen Poetry Slam returns to the Free Library on Friday, April 5! If you’re… continue reading Teen Poetry Slam!
By written by Daniel S. March 5, 2013