Browsing Date: October 2025 (10)
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[ Editorial Note: The Free Library’s Literature Department is Parkway Central Library’ s home for language learning and the study of global literature. Department librarians are… continue reading Yiddish Children’s Literature from the Secular Yiddish Shuls of the Workers’ Circle and the IWO
By written by Administrator October 22, 2025
Once upon a time, you were a child, and you loved a book. It was a classic, one that perhaps a beloved aunt or teacher had shared with you. You cherished this book, and now as an adult you want to… continue reading Classic Children’s Books Re-read, and What to Read Instead!
By written by Administrator October 17, 2025
October is LGBTQ+ History Month. These historians show that gender and sexual diversity have always been a part of the fabric of humanity. For many, LGBTQ+ history begins in 1970, when seemingly… continue reading New Titles Perfect for LGBTQ+ History Month
By written by Shelley R. October 16, 2025
Want to get a Free Library card , but unsure how to go about it? Look no further for everything you need to know about becoming a patron of the Free Library of Philadelphia! Who is eligible for a… continue reading How To Get a Free Library Card
By written by Administrator October 14, 2025 2
The Free Library of Philadelphia is expanding its six-day service by adding Saturday hours at seven additional neighborhood library locations . By October 18, 2025, a total of 39 libraries will be… continue reading Additional Saturday Hours Roll Out at Neighborhood Libraries
By written by Administrator October 9, 2025 1
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 6, 2025 1
Free college prep workshops are returning to the Free Library for Fall 2025! Field Teen Center hosts these FREE workshops in partnership with The Alexander Advantage and … continue reading Register in Advance: Free College Prep Workshops Coming This Fall
By written by Yona Y. October 6, 2025 1
Leaving a federal government role and embarking on a new career journey is an understandably daunting experience. With the right tools and strategies, you can position yourself for a successful… continue reading Tips and Resources for Federal Workers in Transition
By written by Administrator October 6, 2025
The Free Library Music Department and Consonant Collective team up to bring lathe-cut vinyl records to the masses! A new program is dropping at Parkway Central Library… continue reading Cut Your Own Vinyl Record With DIY Discs!
By written by Jane L. October 6, 2025 1
Join the Northeast Regional Library for a sweeping introduction to South Asia. This five-part series, taking place late October to early December, introduces the history and culture of one… continue reading An Introduction to South Asia Lecture Series at Northeast Regional Library
By written by Rebecca R. October 1, 2025 2