Start your journey to college at the Free Library! This school year, the Field Teen Center will be hosting a series of virtual SAT and College Prep workshops for teens . College Financial Aid Workshop Saturday, October 16 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. The 2021–22 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) became available to high school… continue reading SAT and College Prep Workshops
By written by Kris L. October 12, 2021
This year, for the first time, Philadelphia will celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day on the 2nd Monday of October. It is a welcome and important step in recognizing and rethinking Native American history. It is also a celebration and acknowledgment of Indigenous Peoples' experiences and culture, past and present. Here are some titles… continue reading Picture Book Highlights | Indigenous Peoples' Day
By written by Monica C. October 8, 2021
The Halloween season is here once again! Time for creepy decorations and spooky fun! While the way we celebrate Halloween Night might be different this year, the thrills of creepy comics will never change! Here are some suggestions from the haunted corners of the Free Library’s catalog . The Low, Low Woods written by Carmen Maria Machado… continue reading Comic Book Frights for October
By written by Ned W. October 7, 2021 2
Written by Lewis Shaw, who conducted extensive research in the Art Department as part of a Friends Select School Senior Internship Project. During the extended fever dream which we all refer to as COVID quarantine, I picked up a love of artist biographies—I’d be reading one at any given moment in between high school Zoom classes and… continue reading Surrealism and Gender
By written by Administrator October 6, 2021 1
Manuscripts of the Muslim World and Al-Bustan Seeds of Cultural are offering free, virtual Arabic Conversational Classes! There are many reasons to learn conversational Arabic... There are over ten words for "love". It’s the fifth most spoken language in the world, so it’s great to know when traveling. Arabic… continue reading Let's Speak Arabic!
By written by Joe S. October 5, 2021 7
The New Deal, President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s political experiment to pull the United States out of the Great Depression, created programs for relief for the unemployed and economic recovery and reform. Evidence of some of these programs can still be found across Philadelphia. Make your own WPA poster at the library October 13 or… continue reading Explore the New Deal’s Legacy Across Philadelphia
By written by Laura S. October 5, 2021
Have you experienced job disruption over the past year? Are you feeling stuck in a low-paying job or just wanting a new or better employment situation? Here’s your chance to take hold of your future—join us for our upcoming Fall Career Fairs ! Connect in-person with training programs that lead to careers in Philadelphia industries… continue reading Fall Career Fairs Coming to a Library Near You!
By written by Annette M. October 4, 2021 1
What shapes, sizes, and colors are the leafy greens that you enjoy eating, or would like to try? The following recipe uses the leaves and the stems of the vegetable. Try eating these greens over noodles or rice. What are some of your favorite greens? Sauteed Chinese Broccoli Stovetop Recipe, No Sharp Tools Needed 20 Minutes 4 Servings… continue reading Nourishing Literacy | We Are Green Machines!
By written by Shayna M. October 4, 2021
Decorative gourd season is in full swing and the Free Library has some treats to share with you, like these new titles coming to our shelves this fall! Young Children (up to 2nd Grade) Amara's Farm written by JaNay Brown-Wood; illustrated by Samara Hardy Amara is hosting a potluck for friends on her farm, and her snacks won't… continue reading New Titles Coming to the Free Library in October!
By written by Rachel F. October 1, 2021
October is LGBTQ History Month ! A lot of straight and/or cisgender people like to treat gay people like we didn't exist until Ellen Degeneres came out as a lesbian in 1997 ; and as if transgender people didn't exist until Laverne Cox made the cover of TIME magazine in 2014 . So many of our elders didn't survive the HIV/AIDS… continue reading We Were Always Here: LGBTQ Historical Young Adult Fiction
By written by Shelley R. October 1, 2021 1
September is National Sewing Month and a great opportunity to create something new this year for everyone on your D.I.Y gift-giving list. Both the Art and Literature and Science and Wellness departments at Parkway Central Library have many informative how-to titles to help make your crafting ideas a reality. You may already have the crochet,… continue reading Create Something New During National Sewing Month
By written by Juanita V. September 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 kind. With connection at the heart of our program, we seek out dialogue as a medium of connecting Pennsylvanians statewide through their local… continue reading Hear Me Out Event Series Begins a New Year of Virtual Dialogues!
By written by Irma Q. September 29, 2021
September 24 is International Bollywood Day! So... what exactly is Bollywood? Depending on who you ask, each person defines it differently. In the film My Name Is Khan , an Indian man embarks on a remarkable journey across America to win back the love of his life. Bollywood is a combination of the words Hollywood and Bombay, the former… continue reading What Do You Know About Bollywood? | International Bollywood Day
By written by Inaara S. September 28, 2021 1
Read, Baby, Read is a Free Library initiative focused on encouraging early literacy development among infants and young toddlers under two years old. We work with 12 participating libraries across Philadelphia to reach caregivers of all ages, providing resources that support early literacy skills, language development, and purposeful play. In… continue reading Read, Baby, Read Presents Early Literacy Ideas: Feelings!
By written by Sarah J. September 27, 2021
September is National Classical Music Month and I wanted to highlight a classical music icon who has some major local ties to Philadelphia— George Walker . George Walker (who passed away in 2018) was born in Washington, D.C. in July 1922. His parents encouraged him to play the piano, as his love of music became clear at a very early age.… continue reading September is National Classical Music Month
By written by Kamilah C. September 24, 2021 1
Hispanic Heritage Month takes place over two months, from September 15 to October 15, and as in previous years we wanted to share with you recent works by the many talented Latinx authors and illustrators of picture books. We are sure you will find much to love within these pages! El Cucuy Is Scared, Too! written by Donna Barba Higuera ;… continue reading Picture Book Highlights | 16 Great Latinx Picture Books
By written by Monica C. September 23, 2021
Howdy! I am a Free Library of Philadelphia Library Card. Since I am an important part of the Free Library of Philadelphia system, that is the F-L-P, you can call me Flippy for short. I am but one of hundreds of thousands of Library cards that Philadelphians across the city use in their neighborhood libraries on a regular basis. Although I am… continue reading A Week in the Life of Flippy, a Free Library Card | Library Card Sign-Up Month
By written by Inaara S. September 23, 2021
Join the Adult Literacy Book Club, presented by the Free Library's Languages and Learning Center and Beyond Literacy . Improve your reading skills while reading and discussing interesting books! Don't always have a lot of time to read? No problem. The club only covers a few chapters at each meeting, so you will have plenty of time to… continue reading The Adult Literacy Book Club's Fall Book Selection
By written by Phil K. September 22, 2021
Today, September 22, we welcome the equinox once again! On this day twice each year, the sun rests directly over the equator, so day and night are nearly equal in length all over the globe. In the Northern Hemisphere, the Autumn Equinox marks the first day of fall. Does that bring to mind autumn leaves and cooler nights, back to school and… continue reading Move into Autumn with the Harvest Moon
By written by Emily S. September 22, 2021 2
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. A team of talented community leaders has organized the Third Latin American Book (#LABF) in the city of Brotherly Love, Friday September 24 ,… continue reading ¡Celebremos la Fiesta del Libro en Español!
By written by Mary Marques September 21, 2021
