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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
In this Sunday's Philadelphia Inquirer , Free Library Board Member Sheldon Bonovitz penned a passionate op-ed about the wide impact of the Free Library of Philadelphia. In it, he notes: If a… continue reading More than just books!
By written by Alix G. January 14, 2013
We here at the Free Library are really excited about our upcoming Pride and Prejudice at 200 celebration on January 28. Actually, for me, “really excited” might be an understatement.… continue reading Dreaming of Darcy
By written by Alix G. January 10, 2013
If you’ve been waiting for the process of checking out library ebooks to become simpler, Overdrive, the company that maintains the Free Library’s primary ebook collection , promises… continue reading Redesigned Ebook Platform Coming this Friday
By written by Jamie W. January 10, 2013 1
The Free Library of Philadelphia is proud to announce that it will be partnering with Lady Gaga’s Born Brave Bus Tour (BBBT) on February 19 and 20, 2013, at the Wells Fargo Center as… continue reading Lady Gaga's Born Brave Bus Tour and the Free Library
By written by K-Fai S. January 9, 2013
Hi everyone. I am happy that I am having the chance to post some thoughts on Teen Tuesdays at Parkway Central before I transfer to Extensions and Children's Services. I have been… continue reading Teen Tuesdays-Great Memories
By written by Alex B. January 8, 2013 2
*** Update: For current information about this service, please contact the Science & Wellness Supervisor at paquetteb@freelibrary.org. *** Do you have an exciting new-fangled gadget that you… continue reading E-Gadget Helpdesk
By written by Administrator January 4, 2013 9
January 28, 2013, marks the 200 th publication anniversary of Pride and Prejudice . In honor of the special occasion, the Free Library is hosting Pride and Prejudice at 200 , a day-long… continue reading Pride and Prejudice at 200!
By written by Eileen O. January 4, 2013 15
During the holiday season (heck, on any gift-giving occasion) the present I most look forward to receiving is a book. Somehow, the “newness” of it lasts longer than whatever piece of… continue reading My Favorite Holiday Gift: Books!
By written by Alix G. January 3, 2013
The Free Library of Philadelphia's Fleisher Collection of Orchestral Music at Parkway Central Library is the largest lending library of orchestral performance material in the world.… continue reading Coming Up on Discoveries from the Fleisher Collection
By written by Kile S. January 2, 2013
Singing with young children is a fun activity that can be enjoyed by almost anyone, and entertainment value aside, studies show it can have a very positive effect on your young child’s… continue reading Warm Up Those Vocal Chords - It’s Time to Sing!
By written by Megan W. December 29, 2012
Had Daniel Schumacher (1729-1787) been an ordinary man, we probably would never have heard of him. His bad habits of drinking, swearing, lying, and dancing, amongst others, were not… continue reading Rejoice My Heart for a New Year Begins
By written by Del-Louise M. December 22, 2012 8
Let's say there's a hot new bestseller tearing up the New York Times list. It's everywhere, in the libraries, the books stores, at fancy displays by the grocery… continue reading Why Can't I Find All the eBooks and Audiobooks I Want at the Free Library?
By written by Jamie W. December 21, 2012 5
Mirabel Horton didn’t want the latest gadget or expensive toy for her 4 th birthday. Instead, she wanted to give to others. A frequent customer at the Parkway Central Children’s… continue reading A Special Birthday
By written by Eileen O. December 21, 2012