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Are you trying to raise a reader ? Even babies and toddlers who can’t talk yet are learning skills that will make them better and more enthusiastic readers. By inspiring and encouraging… continue reading Raising a Reader: how encouraging play wires stronger brains
By written by Sarah S. April 19, 2011 3
The 2011 Pulitzer Prize winners for Letters have just been announced, and we see some familiar names on that list! In the past few months, the Free Library's award-winning Author Events Series… continue reading 2011 Pulitzer Prize Winners Announced
By written by Michelle S. April 18, 2011
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Come on out to the Philadelphia Book Festival tomorrow, April 16, on the busy and beautiful Benjamin Franklin Parkway for a day full of free events and exciting programming for… continue reading The Philadelphia Book Festival Street Fair is ON Tomorrow, Rain or Shine!
By written by Michelle S. April 15, 2011
The other day I saw a preview for a new show on HBO called Game of Thrones . I was intrigued because it featured medieval costumes, talk about honor, swords, and multiple and seemingly complex… continue reading A Game of Thrones
By written by Camille T. April 14, 2011 3
The first Free Library Hot Spot officially opens today! Deputy Mayor Mike DiBerardinis and Free Library President and Director Siobhan Reardon will cut the ribbon on the Hot Spot at Heavenly… continue reading Free Library Hot Spots
By written by Jenn D. April 13, 2011
The Children’s Literature Research Collection is pleased to announce a new exhibit featuring the papers of celebrated children’s author Lloyd Alexander . It is now on display on the… continue reading Lloyd Alexander: The Cat’s Meow
By written by Caitlin G. April 12, 2011
Today marks the start of National Library Week and the start of our fifth annual Philadelphia Book Festival ! Tonight, we're welcoming musician Jay Ansill , acclaimed authors Dolen Perkins-Valdez… continue reading The Philadelphia Book Festival Kicks Off Today!
By written by Michelle S. April 11, 2011 2
What is it about Jane Austen ’s character Mr. Darcy from the novel Pride and Prejudice that has captivated audiences for last 198 years? This character has been re-imagined countless times,… continue reading Will the real Mr. Darcy please stand up?
By written by Camille T. April 8, 2011
This is just a reminder that the Free Library of Philadelphia system--including all branches, regional libraries, Parkway Central, and the Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped--will be… continue reading Free Library of Philadelphia System Closed Today
By written by Michelle S. April 7, 2011 1
Columbia Professor Manning Marable recently passed away April 1, 2011, three days before the publication of his new biography of Malcolm X, Malcolm X: A Life of Reinvention . Professor Marable has… continue reading Malcolm X Review
By written by Camille T. April 6, 2011 1
Narrative skills-- the ability to tell or retell a story, or to narrate a series of events --are key pre-literacy skills that every child needs in order to become a motivated and successful… continue reading Raising a Reader: how picture books help develop narrative skills.
By written by Sarah S. April 5, 2011
How much of an author’s own life is represented in their books? This thought occurred to me as I was working on Virginia Lee Burton’s collection, processed though a CLIR grant for… continue reading Discovering Virginia Lee Burton's 'Life Story'
By written by Adrienne P. April 4, 2011
The Free Library is excited to announce that we've added Freegal, a fantastic music database, to our growing digital collections! Freegal increases the size and diversity of the Library’s… continue reading Access Entire Sony Music Catalog with New Freegal Database
By written by Michelle S. March 30, 2011 19
On Saturday, April 9 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Parkway Central Library, the Free Library of Philadelphia will host “Say YES to College!,” a half-day workshop featuring free… continue reading Say YES to College at Parkway Central!
By written by Michelle S. March 28, 2011 7
In this essay in the New York Times, David Greenberg explores the notion of disappointing last chapters in otherwise good books. He focuses mainly on non-fiction social commentary, like Eric… continue reading Disappointing Endings
By written by Michelle S. March 23, 2011 5
The Children’s Literature Research Collection is abuzz with activity this week as we prepare to loan artwork to two upcoming exhibitions of Tomi Ungerer’s work. The Eric Carle Museum… continue reading The CLRC Goes on the Road
By written by Caitlin G. March 21, 2011 1
The Free Library of Philadelphia has been in the news quite a bit recently! Catch up on any stories you may have missed: 6abc's Nydia Han explains our popular ebook lending services and how to get… continue reading The Free Library in the News
By written by Michelle S. March 18, 2011 1
Ten years ago, the Free Library embarked on an ambitious journey to expand in grand new ways the manner in which it enlightens the city. Since that time there has been nothing short of a… continue reading Parkway Central Renovations Underway!
By written by Michelle S. March 16, 2011 9
Mark your calendars! In celebration of the memory of art aficionado and Free Library curator Robert F. Looney, the Parkway Central Library will host the 12th annual Robert F. Looney Lecture… continue reading The 12th Annual Robert F. Looney Memorial Event: Documentary PIX: Philadelphia, A Century of Change
By written by Michelle S. March 14, 2011
Effective Monday, March 14, 2011, the Free Library of Philadelphia will increase its out-of-area card fee to $35 annually. Those living, working, going to school, or paying taxes in Philadelphia… continue reading Free Library's Out-of-Area Card Fee to Increase
By written by Michelle S. March 11, 2011 6