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Lots of kids I know love tablet computers: the bright displays, the multi-touch interfaces and the endless supply of media, games and books available make them big hits with the preschool set.… continue reading Early Literacy Apps to Try at Home
By written by Joel N. September 13, 2012 3
Tonight's opening of Paint The American Eagle marks the Free Library's first foray into hosting and co-producing a production for the Philadelphia Fringe Festival. The… continue reading "Paint The American Eagle" - Dickens + Free Library + Philadelphia Fringe Festival
By written by Karin S. September 10, 2012
Come check out our newest book display at the Parkway Central Children's Department! Our book bundles include three to five titles and offer a variety of themes to choose from:… continue reading Book Bundles Feature Staff Favorites at Central Children's Department
By written by Suzanna U. August 22, 2012
In these two new videos we walk you through the steps of downloading library ebooks to your Kindle e-reader. The first video shows you how to add ebooks to your Kindle over a Wi-Fi network. The… continue reading Two ways to download ebooks to your Kindle
By written by Jamie W. August 21, 2012 4
Starting school is a major milestone in a child’s (and parent’s) life - it can be a little scary for everyone. But not to worry - from funny frogs to worried mice there are lots… continue reading Books for Kids Starting School for the First Time!
By written by Rachel F. August 17, 2012 1
At the Free Library, we are always on the lookout for the best resources to add to our database collection. Likewise, we are constantly evaluating our current offerings to make sure you… continue reading News from Databaseland
By written by Jamie W. August 9, 2012
For students of all ages, the Free Library is source-number-one for information; that almost goes without saying. Though sometimes, when you’re struggling with a tough problem or trying to… continue reading Reintroducing Homework Help Online: What You Don’t Know about This Great Resource
By written by Jamie W. August 8, 2012 8
Downloading music and ebooks on the go has just gotten easier. Two of our most popular digital media services, Freading and Freegal, now offer mobile apps for iOS/Apple and Android… continue reading New mobile apps available for digital media
By written by Jamie W. July 31, 2012
function toggle(element) { document.getElementById(element).style.display = (document.getElementById(element).style.display == "none") ? "" : "none"; } On July 26, 1775 – 237 years ago… continue reading Going Postal : Vintage and Historic Sheet Music Featuring Letters, Mail, and Stamps
By written by Perry G. July 26, 2012 2
This video will walk you through the process of checking out and downloading an ebook for your Nook, Kobo, Sony, or other dedicated e-reader. It also covers how to download and activate… continue reading How to Download Ebooks to Your Nook or other similar e-reader
By written by Jamie W. July 24, 2012 2
You have likely heard that the Free Library offers tens of thousands of downloadable ebooks. If you are new to digital reading though, finding them can take some getting used to. This video will… continue reading New to ebooks: Start here
By written by Jamie W. July 19, 2012 2
It has been a while since our first attempt to launch our new online catalog . During our first launch in April, we discovered some hardware limitations that were holding us back. (In… continue reading Our New Catalog Launches Monday - Take 2!
By written by Carolyn P. July 18, 2012
A few weeks ago, we posted about LiLi , a experimental hi-tech library vehicle from Canada. Today, meet A47, a mobile library in Mexico City that has taken a decidedly low-tech angle to… continue reading Mobile Library in Mexico City
By written by Joel N. July 17, 2012
The Philbrick Hall teens, Teen Leadership Assistants, and After School Leader K-Fai Steele collaborated on an ambitious series of post-it murals this past month. They discovered the post-it mural… continue reading Teen Post-It murals at Parkway Central
By written by Dena July 5, 2012 2
We could write a billion posts about Philadelphia musicians who’ve taken their instruments to new heights. Grover Washington with his sax. Lee Morgan on trumpet. But, as far as playing the… continue reading Happy Birthday, Stanley Clarke!
By written by Perry G. June 28, 2012 1
Katherine Milhous (1894-1977) and Frances Lichten (1889-1961) were life partners and artistic collaborators who shared several passions: creating vibrant artwork for children and adults,… continue reading A Love of Philadelphia
By written by Shahadah A. June 25, 2012 3
Join the Parkway Children's Department as we celebrate summer on the Parkway. Mondays at 10:30 a.m. from June 18 - August 6, staff will present a nature-inspired story. We will be joined by… continue reading Children's Stories on the Parkway
By written by Andrea Z. June 15, 2012
Today we're at 25th and Lehigh, serving One Day at a Time Recovery and other recovery houses in this neighborhood, providing access and assistance for people getting online for the first time,… continue reading Meet LiLi, the Techmobile's Pal in Canada
By written by Joel N. June 8, 2012 1
Beach season is almost here, and what better way to get ready for it than a terrific book? Here are three great beach-themed books, all available through the Free Library of Philadelphia ,… continue reading It's Beach Time!
By written by Megan W. June 8, 2012
The Techmobile is parked outside the third base gate at Citizens Bank Park, helping welcome Phillies fans to the game tonight as they face off against the Marlins. (OK--we're welcoming… continue reading The Fightin' Techmobile
By written by Joel N. June 1, 2012