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What happens when you bring together five book-loving kids with the author of the book they just read? We found out on December 16, 2020, when five young readers met virtually with Philadelphia… continue reading Philly Tweens Interview Middle Grade Author Christine Kendall
By written by Jane E. March 26, 2021
March is Women’s History Month, so let’s take a look at some books highlighting daring women who fought for their rights, who stood up for what is right, and who made a better world… continue reading Picture Book Highlights | Women in Action
By written by Monica C. March 25, 2021
Over the last several weeks, local Philadelphia residents, as well as folks as far reaching as Australia (yes, you read that right!) attended Healthy For Life, a community nutrition and culinary… continue reading Healthy for Life Ignites Community Health and Wellness
By written by Valentín S. March 25, 2021
by Breshay Woods, Culinary Literacy Center Intern Edible Alphabet is a free English Language Learning (ELL) program offered by the Free Library's Culinary Literacy Center… continue reading Edible Alphabet Recipe of the Week: Pizza
By written by Lindsay S. March 24, 2021 2
The Languages and Learning Center is dedicated to supporting the individual learning goals of Philadelphia’s adults. As this March marks the one-year-anniversary of Philadelphia’s… continue reading A Year of Virtual Learning: Reflections from the Languages and Learning Center
By written by Lindsay S. March 24, 2021
by Brianna Arce - LEAP Teen Leader Happy Women’s History Month! This month we celebrate the contributions of women to history, culture, and society. As a young Latina woman, I wish to see… continue reading Teen Author Content | Inspiring BIPOC Women
By written by Emily S. March 23, 2021
Welcome back to our third and final blog post on how to use the Free Library’s website and catalog to find books for your family. In part one of this series, we learned how to search the… continue reading Catalog Browsing Hacks to Find Books for the Whole Family!
By written by Rachel R. March 23, 2021
If you’ve been following our previous blog installments , then you will probably recall last month’s account of competitor copy-cat syndrome . We haven’t heard a word from this… continue reading Business Librarian to Business Owner: Do Your Research! Trademark Edition
By written by Sharontina H. March 22, 2021
Every year, one of the most anticipated parts of the One Book, One Philadelphia program is the opportunity for Philadelphians to meet an incredible author. And though we're doing… continue reading Upcoming Virtual Events with One Book Author Jericho Brown (and More!)
By written by Brittanie S. March 22, 2021
In August, we announced big changes on the horizon now that OverDrive has acquired the RBdigital platform. If you remember, RBdigital audiobooks moved to our OverDrive platform. Now comes the… continue reading Introducing OverDrive Magazines!
By written by Jamie B. March 19, 2021 4
“And, of course, men know best about everything, except what women know better.” - George Eliot In honor of Women’s History Month, we are excited to spotlight a woman who… continue reading Women's History Month | Spotlight on Mary Ann Evans aka George Eliot
By written by Karen K. March 19, 2021 9
The Free Library of Philadelphia Board of Trustees has elected Folasade A. Olanipekun-Lewis to serve as its new Chair, effective at the commencement of the June 9 Board of Trustees Meeting.… continue reading The Free Library Board of Trustees Elects New Chair
By written by Administrator March 18, 2021
March is Women’s History Month, so let’s take a look at picture books highlighting the creative and innovative work of women in the arts: painters, writers, architects, musicians, and… continue reading Picture Book Highlights | Women in the Arts
By written by Monica C. March 18, 2021
We all enjoy picking up a book and discovering one of the characters is like us; it's a thrill discovering, "Hey, that could be me!" In books for young readers, making that discovery… continue reading Own Up: Four Books, Four Voices, for Middle Grade Readers
By written by Jeff B. March 17, 2021
March is Women’s History Month and the Free Library's Author Events podcast has scores of aptly-themed book talks! To start you on your way, here are seven favorites from over the years.… continue reading Author Events Celebrates Women's History Month
By written by Author Events March 16, 2021
Vanguard and the Free Library of Philadelphia will present a lively panel discussion in celebration of Women's History Month on Monday, March 22, beginning at 2:00 p.m. Sharon Hill, Ph.D.,… continue reading Women and Investing: A Panel Discussion in Celebration of Women’s History Month
By written by Joe S. March 16, 2021 1
by Breshay Woods — Languages and Learning Center Intern Writing is an important part of daily life. We are expected to communicate clearly through writing in many different situations.… continue reading Improve Your Writing with the Free Library
By written by Lindsay S. March 15, 2021 1
The Free Library Board of Trustees will be holding its third quarterly meeting of FY21 on Thursday, March 18, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The meeting will take place through the online meeting… continue reading Free Library Board of Trustees Upcoming Public Meeting on Thursday, March 18 at 8:00 a.m.
By written by Administrator March 12, 2021
by Breshay Woods — Culinary Literacy Center Intern What better way to mark the one-year anniversary of life under a global pandemic than with a number that seems to go on forever and can… continue reading Recipes and Recommendations for Pi Day!
By written by Lindsay S. March 12, 2021 1
Welcome to Lillian Marrero / ¡Bienvenidos! Lillian Marrero Lillian Marrero Library was built in 1906 with funds donated by Andrew Carnegie. Today, the library is a landmark in Central… continue reading Reference Desk: Culinary Literacy Programming at Lillian Marrero Library
By written by Jonathan E. March 12, 2021