Are you interested in protecting your business name or invention with a trademark or patent? During the current quarantine for COVID-19 , you can still begin working on these processes from home. See below for patent & trademark resources from the Free Library and how to get started: Basic Facts: Trademarks, Patents, and Copyrights… continue reading Patent & Trademark Resources During COVID-19
By written by Sharyl O. April 16, 2020
We miss being with our library friends for in-person visits, but until our neighborhood libraries open again, we’re excited to bring you some of your favorite offerings online! That’s right, our staff has taken to a variety of platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Crowdcast, and Zoom! – to bring you some of your… continue reading Find Online Events with Our New Virtual Program Listings!
By written by Kate C. April 15, 2020 8
For literature enthusiasts and first-time readers alike, Ulysses can be every bit as daunting as it is thrilling. If you’ve always wanted to read James Joyce ’s masterpiece, or are eager for any excuse to revisit it, The Rosenbach is kicking off Ulysses Every Day , a daily challenge to inspire you to finish… continue reading The Ulysses Every Day Reading Challenge
By written by Rosa D. April 15, 2020 1
Have you seen a rainbow lately? Maybe you have noticed one after a recent April shower, or maybe you have spotted rainbow artwork displayed in windows of buildings and homes. For many people, rainbows have been a supportive symbol of hope and encouragement. But have you ever tasted a rainbow on your plate? Rainbows can be an inspiration when… continue reading The Rainbow Pantry... with an Equally Colorful Playlist!
By written by Shayna M. April 14, 2020
The Free Library has a number of electronic resources to support your learning remotely. If your GED or HiSET classes have been postponed or if you have not gotten around to registering for classes, you can practice for the GED or HiSET test with the following resources from the comfort of your own home using your library card and PIN . GCF… continue reading Four Digital Learning Resources to Help You Prepare for the GED or HiSET Test
By written by Rachel H. April 14, 2020
The Free Library of Philadelphia is committed to advancing literacy and supporting lifelong learning for all Philadelphians. While our buildings are closed until further notice , our website gives you access to thousands of ebooks and audiobooks , as well as fantastic databases for all ages. Last week, I was going through a box of old papers… continue reading Language Learning from Home with Mango Languages
By written by Lindsay S. April 13, 2020 1
It can be hard being a big brother or a big sister. It can also be hard being a little brother or a little sister. When you’re older, the arrival of a little sibling brings both joy and huge changes. Being the youngest one has its own challenges as well: trying to keep up, for one. And let’s not get started on the challenges of… continue reading Celebrate Siblings Day with These ebooks!
By written by Monica C. April 9, 2020
The gleam in her eyes reveals her spunk as she stares up at me. She always had more courage than I did – completely unafraid to speak her mind to grown-ups, to ask questions, and to actually get answers. I admired her and loved having her as a companion because she understood the troubles I faced – getting sick at school, being… continue reading Happy 104th Birthday, Beverly Cleary!
By written by Karen O. April 9, 2020 10
Do you remember that scene at the beginning of Tangled where Rapunzel completes a day's worth of tasks before breakfast? Yeah, that's a lot less funny now. But if the school assignments are done and your Netflix queue is getting dangerously short, it's time to take a break from your normal routine, pull out all the… continue reading #ColorOurCollections: Creating Art with the Free Library's Digital Archive
By written by Chris B. April 8, 2020 4
From Whitman to Bustleton, Mantua to Nicetown, people in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas are hunkering down and looking for diversions. During these challenging times, many of us have found that the Free Library's Digital Media collections offer something for everyone, with digital audiobooks a particular favorite.… continue reading How to Get the Most from the Free Library's Digital Audiobook Collections
By written by Jamie W. April 8, 2020 2
April is chock full of religious celebrations: Passover starts on April 8, Easter Sunday falls on April 12, and Ramadan begins on April 24. As always, you can find books to share with your little ones for each of these important days. A Place for Elijah by Kelly Easton-Ruben -- As Sarah's family prepares for Passover, Sarah makes sure to… continue reading Celebrating in April | Passover, Easter, and Ramadan
By written by Monica C. April 7, 2020
April is National Poetry Month , and every year I immediately think of my favorite poet, Langston Hughes. Many of his poems have been made into picture books with beautiful illustrations, but what about the man himself? Of course there are traditional biographies to learn about his life, but there is another way to learn about him and relate it… continue reading Celebrating National Poetry Month!
By written by Mary W. April 6, 2020 1
While we missed out on the last week of One Book, One Philadelphia programming, we are looking forward to a rescheduled Finale event later this year. Stay tuned for details! In the meantime, we invite you to continue reading and discussing. If you are teaching or learning remotely right now, the One Book online archives have you covered… continue reading One Book, One Philadelphia at Home: Reading and Teaching Guides
By written by Brittanie S. April 3, 2020
Hello, Author Events friends, While our event season has so far been a bit truncated, we’re willing to bet you haven’t heard or seen the vast majority of the writers we’ve hosted over the past 20 or so years. We also think that you might need some entertainment to pass these days and nights in social isolation. Well,… continue reading Listen to Over 1,800 Podcasts and Watch Almost 500 Videos from Our Author Events Series!
By written by Author Events April 2, 2020 3
We read books for a lot of different reasons; to escape to another world, to learn something new, to be entertained, to invoke emotion. Children read books for the same reasons. I had a middle school patron ask me recently, "I want to read something that makes me sad. I want to cry." Boy, did she ask the right librarian! I read to… continue reading Happy Children's Book Day: Middle Grade Feels!
By written by Mary W. April 2, 2020
With the practice of social distancing and stay-at-home orders in place, people have been racing to stores to stock up on essentials, and one essential item in particular has become an infamous target for panicked shoppers – toilet paper. With such a sudden increase in demand , the supply chain has struggled to keep up, and store shelves… continue reading Unrolling the History of Toilet Paper
By written by Karen O. April 1, 2020 2
Women today often talk about the difficulty of "having it all", but Sadie T.M. Alexander was more concerned with "doing it all." She not only raised two children and worked to advance her husband’s political aspirations, she also achieved major milestones as a student, an attorney, a city administrator, a civil rights… continue reading A History Minute: The Many Firsts of Sadie T. M. Alexander
By written by Administrator March 31, 2020
Tomie dePaola (1934 - 2020) knew how to tell a story. In person, he could keep you spellbound with his stories. His eyes would twinkle and he knew just the right moment to pause and let a joke or a witty observation hit and leave you laughing. Over the past fifty years, his books have been equally brilliant, providing readers… continue reading Remembering Tomie DePaola (1934 - 2020)
By written by Chris B. March 31, 2020 1
Updated with additional information on Friday, May 1, 1:00 p.m. Across Philadelphia, families are experiencing unexpected challenges as a result of the COVID-19 emergency . In these uncertain times, knowing how to keep your family healthy and fed is critical. The City of Philadelphia and local hunger relief organizations are partnering across… continue reading Local Hunger Relief Options - Find Free, Nutritious Food Near You!
By written by Caity R. March 30, 2020 2
With the current quarantine for Covid-19 affecting Pennsylvania, many parents are looking for fun, educational activities for their children. One activity worth exploring is window birding . Due to the seasonal change, birds around the world are in the process of migrating. This is an activity that can be practiced by anyone in the family, but… continue reading Window Birding
By written by Chris B. March 30, 2020
