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It's Thanksgiving week! In the spirit of the holiday, here are some local Thanksgiving-related community events, including turkey drives, giveaways, and free Thanksgiving meals for… continue reading Local Thanksgiving Meals and Giveaways for Those in Need
By written by Bridget G. November 25, 2024 4
Our Closet In Your Neighborhood returns to Parkway Central Library on Thursday, November 7, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in Room 108. Our Closet In Your Neighborhood is a… continue reading Free Groceries, Clothing, and Social Services at Parkway Central on November 7
By written by Bridget G. October 24, 2024
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the 6th Latin American Book Fair Kickoff Party ! Join us at the Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement on Friday, October 11, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. for an… continue reading 6th Latin American Book Fair Kickoff: A Celebration of Heritage, Resilience, and Culture
By written by Mary Marques October 7, 2024
It's National Hispanic Heritage Month! This mid-month celebration runs from September 15 to October 15 to include the Independence Days of Belize, Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador,… continue reading Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Cultural Events Around Philadelphia
By written by Bridget G. September 18, 2024
September is Civic Awareness Month — a time to engage with our community, learn more about our civic responsibilities, and participate in initiatives that make a difference. In… continue reading Power Up! for Civic Awareness with the Free Library
By written by Brianna V. September 3, 2024 2
The Academy of Natural Sciences and the Free Library of Philadelphia are old friends. For over 100 years, they have lived across from each other on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, educating… continue reading From Sloths to Sleuths: The Academy of Natural Sciences Free Pass Program!
By written by Joe S. June 24, 2024 3
Looking for free and low-cost summer activities that are safe and adult-supervised for children, teens, and families? The 2024 City of Philadelphia Parent and Youth Resource Fair will be held… continue reading The Philadelphia Parent and Youth Resource Fair is Saturday, April 27
By written by Bridget G. April 19, 2024 2
Happy Women’s History Month , Philadelphia! What began as a local educational initiative in Sonoma, California 46 years ago, has evolved into a month-long celebration "commemorating and… continue reading It's Women's History Month in March!
By written by Jennifer E. March 1, 2024 2
Thanksgiving is only a week away! In the spirit of the holiday, here are some local Thanksgiving-related community events that include turkey drives, giveaways, and free Thanksgiving meals… continue reading Local Thanksgiving Food Drives and Shared Meals for Those in Need
By written by Bridget G. November 16, 2023 2
Reading Promise Week is October 7–15, 2023! Philly’s fourth annual family reading festival is back and bigger than ever. Over 70 free family events are giving away 16,000… continue reading Philly Families, Get Ready for Reading Promise Week!
By written by Administrator October 4, 2023
The vibrant spirit of the Latino community comes alive at the fifth annual Latin American Book Fair in Philadelphia (LABF). This annual celebration, organized by a dedicated team of… continue reading Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the Fifth Latin American Book Fair!
By written by Mary Marques October 2, 2023
The Science and Wellness Department invites you to explore and learn about health topics in a new program series. Introducing Penn Med's Health Talk Tuesdays ! Skip the waiting room and… continue reading Penn Med's Health Talk Tuesdays
By written by Shane M. July 31, 2023 2
“La poesía es un espacio de libertad/ Poetry is a space of freedom”. Carlos José Pérez Sámano, Mexican poet and writer Poetry explores the language and its… continue reading The lyrical speaker: Finding your own voice through poetry!
By written by Mary Marques April 7, 2022
"Our goal is to always promote literacy, encourage civic dialog, and amplify community storytelling." – Jim Kenney, Mayor of Philadelphia. This year’s One Book, One… continue reading 2022 One Book, One Philadelphia: Sharing Generational Stories
By written by Mary Marques March 3, 2022
Araminta (Minty) Ross was born a slave in March 1821. As a free woman, she was reborn under the name of Harriet Tubman. As the conductor of the Underground Railroad, Harriet was named the Moses of… continue reading Harriet Tubman’s Legacy
By written by Mary Marques February 3, 2022
WHYY and the Free Library of Philadelphia are working together to make it a little easier to have difficult conversations. Bridging Blocks: Uniting Neighborhoods Through Conversation is a… continue reading Free Library Partners with WHYY to Bring Communities Together
By written by Kate C. November 30, 2021
After a successful first year, Hear Me Out is back this fall for its second season of monthly dialogues across distance and difference. Hear Me Out is the first state-wide dialogue program of its… continue reading Hear Me Out Event Series Begins a New Year of Virtual Dialogues!
By written by Irma Q. September 29, 2021
The love for the Spanish language and culture can transcend frontiers! The stories, poems and illustrations of the books can reflect personal narratives that touch our collective unconsciousness.… continue reading ¡Celebremos la Fiesta del Libro en Español!
By written by Mary Marques September 21, 2021
by Regina Schliep, Logan Library Work-Study Student Logan Library invites adults and caregivers to an outdoor Resource Fair on Friday, September 24 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., featuring over… continue reading Join the Logan Library for a Community Resource Fair!
By written by Catherine M. September 21, 2021
As Philadelphia students gear up to return to school at the end of the month, we hope you’ll join the Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library on Friday, August 27 from 12:00 p.m.–3:00… continue reading Join the Cobbs Creek Library for a Community Fair!
By written by Kate C. August 25, 2021