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The Rare Book Department , located on the Third Floor of Parkway Central Library , is closed as of November 4th, 2024 for the installation of a new HVAC system.  Climate control is of the… continue reading Temporary Closure of the Rare Book Department

By written by Allison F.    December 2, 2024   

Fancy yourself as a do-it-yourself handyman or looking to pick up a new skill? Want to dive into the world of electronics and repair the wire in your mouse, or salvage your favorite… continue reading Learn the Art of Soldering at the Library

By written by Brianna V.    November 26, 2024   

On December 16 at 6:00 p.m. at Parkway Central Library , the Social Science and History Department will host Bob Weinberg, Professor of History and International Relations at Swarthmore College.… continue reading The Dehumanization of Jews in Russian and Soviet Cartoons

By written by Hal T.    November 13, 2024   

The Map Collection ,  Print and Picture Collection , and  Children's Literature Research Collection have joined together to create a new exhibition in the West Gallery on the Second… continue reading Telling Tales: From Oral Tradition to Art

By written by Nora R.    October 30, 2024    1

Every Sunday in households across the United States, families gather around the television to watch the most popular sport in the country: football. It has become like a religion for those… continue reading Flying High: History of Football in Philadelphia

By written by Chris M.    October 28, 2024    1

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   

Since  Parkway Central Library  opened in 1927, patrons have had free and open access to its rich and unique collections, expanding services, and professionally trained and welcoming… continue reading Department Highlights: Music

By written by Jane L.    October 21, 2024   

Did you know that you can get a free, professional headshot done at the library? Every first and third Thursday of the month from 1:00–3:00 p.m. , the Free Library's Business Resource… continue reading Get Free Professional Headshots Done at the Library!

By written by Birch M.    October 16, 2024    18

Join us at Parkway Central Library for a special storytime series celebrating the many languages of Philadelphia! Each storytime in this series will be bilingual, highlighting different… continue reading Languages of Philadelphia: A Bilingual Family Storytime Series

By written by Bridget G.    October 15, 2024    1

The Business Resource and Innovation Center (BRIC) at Parkway Central Library is excited to announce a series of workshops in partnership with the 30 by 30 Financial Literacy Campaign effort, each… continue reading Master Your Money With These Financial Literacy Workshops

By written by Jordan C.    October 10, 2024    2

On Thursday, October 10 , in the Fourth Floor Skyline Room at Parkway Central Library , the Social Science and History Department will host Jon Grinspan , curator of political history at the… continue reading A Smithsonian Curator on the Lead-Up to the U.S. Civil War

By written by Ben R.    October 8, 2024   

The mission of the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation is to "provide resources and advocacy to advance the mission of The Free Library while stewarding and promoting our special… continue reading Discovering Rare Books and Special Collections at the Free Library

By written by Free Library Foundation    October 1, 2024   

Are you looking for a fun Halloween activity to get you in the spirit of the season?  Mask On, Mask Off: Papier-Mâché Workshop is a fun and creative Halloween project that… continue reading Mask On, Mask Off: Papier-Mâché Workshop

By written by Brianna V.    September 30, 2024   

College and test prep workshops , hosted by  Field Teen Center  in partnership with  The Alexander Advantage , will return to the Free Library for the 2024–2025 school year .… continue reading Free SAT and College Prep Workshops 2024–2025

By written by Yona Y.    September 23, 2024    1

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Social Science and History Department  at Parkway Central Library is excited to host three programs covering different aspects of the… continue reading Hispanic Heritage Month in the Social Science and History Department

By written by Ben R.    September 19, 2024   

In light of the upcoming United States Presidential Election and to conclude the "Power Up!” series , the Free Library of Philadelphia will present the 2024 Philly Civics Fair and… continue reading Get Involved at the 2024 Philly Civics Fair

By written by Anthony T.    September 18, 2024    1

Since  Parkway Central Library  opened in 1927, patrons have had free and open access to its rich and unique collections, expanding services, and professionally trained and welcoming… continue reading Department Highlights: Central Children's

By written by Naomi S.    September 16, 2024   

After a milestone 30th anniversary season, we are thrilled to announce the 2024–2025 Author Events series will kick off on September 11, brought to you by the Free Library of Philadelphia… continue reading Announcing the 2024–2025 Author Series

By written by Free Library Foundation    September 11, 2024   

Since  Parkway Central Library  opened in 1927, patrons have had free and open access to its rich and unique collections, expanding services, and professionally trained and welcoming… continue reading Department Highlights: Science and Wellness

By written by Erin A.    September 3, 2024    1

Celebrate 100 years of James Baldwin (August 2, 1924 – December 1, 1987) with selections from across the Free Library’s collections highlighting Baldwin’s work, influence, and… continue reading Love and Revolution: James Baldwin Speaks to Our Time

By written by Grace D.    August 19, 2024    2

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