The Free Library is proud to honor Black History Month ! We’ll be celebrating, learning, and reflecting together, with a multitude of programs for the whole family at neighborhood libraries across the city. Explore local history on the Free Library’s blog , where you can find a firsthand account of Dr. King’s visit to… continue reading Explore Black History with Your Family at the Free Library!
By written by Emily S. February 4, 2020
If you have yet to experience an afternoon with Sundays on Stage , you’re really missing out! One of the Free Library’s longest-running programs, this free-to-the-public event series features talented performers from all walks of life. While many modern entertainments are passive activities, live performance offers a fun, enriching,… continue reading Come Out for Sundays on Stage this Winter Season!
By written by Emily S. February 3, 2020
These new titles coming to a library near you in February are, for the most part, inspirational, speak out against injustice, and strive for a better world. And then there’s the film Doctor Sleep , which is none of those. Take your pick and enjoy! Young Children (Up to 2nd Grade) A Girl Like Me by Angela Johnson, illustrated by… continue reading New Titles Coming to the Free Library in February!
By written by Paul A. January 31, 2020
With the shortest month of the year upon us, how about a book list full of short yet spectacular fiction reads to match? You’ll be sure to whiz through these stories in no time, and the limited page counts (with each title clocking in under a streamlined 220!) in no way limits the literary power contained in these slender volumes. … continue reading Short Books for the Shortest Month!
By written by Alix G. January 31, 2020 1
For this month's Digital Media Spotlight , we turn our attention towards ebooks and the news that in 2019, the Free Library reached the 1 million+ ebook checkout mark ! And it would seem public libraries, in general, were having a record high ebook checkout moment in 2019 as well. Here are some more interesting stats from OverDrive : Total… continue reading Digital Media Spotlight | New Year, New ebooks!
By written by Peter SM January 30, 2020 2
We are happy to announce the new Autism 365 Collection at the Wynnefield Library! Autism 365 was an idea that Ethel Funches, LA1 and Mary Kachline, LA3, came up with to make Autism Awareness 365 days a year and not just during National Autism Acceptance Month in April. We have worked hard to gather materials and plan programming for… continue reading New Autism 365 Collection at Wynnefield Library!
By written by Mary K. January 29, 2020
New year, new you! Let one of our new Home Gym Kits help support your health and fitness goals. You can use your library card to borrow the kit for up to two weeks. Inside the kit you will find: A non-slip yoga mat A resistance band for strength training A jump rope for a warm-up or cardio workouts A Workout Log to… continue reading Stay Fit—Borrow a Home Gym Kit!
By written by Aurora S. January 29, 2020 8
Dress for Success? Just Be Yourself? How should you dress for a job interview to look professional and still look like you? Men have it fairly easy when deciding what to wear. A suit, dress shirt, tie, and polished shoes should work for interviews in a professional environment. Women have a few more choices, including skirt suits, pantsuits,… continue reading How to Dress for Job Interview Success
By written by Karen H. January 28, 2020 1
"This athlete is only nineteen years old, but he is six feet, two inches high, and weighs 210 pounds," noted the March 1918 issue of The Crisis , the NAACP’s flagship publication. Their "Man of the Month" is dark-complexioned and handsome, towering over his coach as he cradles a football in his large hand. He wears a… continue reading Portraits of Heroes, Portraits of You: Black History Month at the Free Library
By written by Kalela W. January 28, 2020
At a moment of growing awareness around the importance of representation and diversity in children’s books , the African American Children’s Book Fair continues the effort it has been devoted to for nearly three decades: bringing the books of award-winning Black authors and illustrators to the families, communities, and young… continue reading Kick-Off Black History Month with Philadelphia’s African American Children’s Book Fair
By written by Emily S. January 27, 2020 2
Have you ever wanted to hear some of your favorite authors speak live and in person? A new month means a new wave of authors excited to talk about their new books on love, politics, food, music, and fun. The best part is that you can find tickets to some of these events on the Experience Pass – totally for free! If you’ve ever… continue reading “Rev Run” Simmons in the House!
By written by Dennis M. January 24, 2020 3
The Free Library is thrilled to welcome librarians, authors, publishers, businesses, and educators to Philadelphia this weekend for the American Library Association’s Midwinter Meeting ! This annual conference gathers professionals from all corners of the library world to learn about, discuss, and shape the future of our field. It’s… continue reading Welcome to Philadelphia, ALA Midwinter!
By written by Clare F. January 24, 2020
Part of my job is to show Parkway Central Library ’s private spaces to those who are interested in renting them for events . At the end of those tours, I often take them to the Heim Center , one of the new public library spaces that opened in April 2019. Even though it is not available for rent, I want people to know that this space… continue reading New Monthly Game Night Series to Take Place in Heim Center
By written by Kamilah C. January 23, 2020 4
The Rosenbach was delighted to have writer, actor, and director Mark Gatiss visit in June to shoot scenes for his In Search of Dracula documentary, which was just released on the BBC. Along with Stephen Moffat , Gatiss created a new adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula which also aired on the BBC over the first three days of the new year… continue reading Mark Gatiss Visits The Rosenbach to Film New Dracula Documentary
By written by Ed P. January 22, 2020 1
It’s that time of the year. where winter has just started and with it more cold days and colder nights. Looking for something to warm up your heart and tummy? How about soup? Making soup together is a bonding experience: gathering ingredients, chopping and preparing the meal, waiting for it to get ready and then enjoying it together.… continue reading Picture Book Highlights | Mmm, Mmm, Soup!
By written by Monica C. January 22, 2020
On Monday, January 27 at 7:00 p.m. , at the Parkway Central Library , the Mysterious Travelers All-Stars will present a fascinating concert of interpretations of contemporary Pop tunes - all filtered through their masterful Jazz sensibilities and expertise. The group, an adventurous and creative bunch of composers, arrangers, songwriters… continue reading The Mysterious Travelers All-Stars Treat You to a Free Pop Performance!
By written by Perry G. January 21, 2020
Join the Free Library of Philadelphia as we celebrate Chinese New Year 2020 and the Year of the Rat ! Chinese New Year is a fifteen-day celebration that starts on the new moon (also known as Lunar New Year, or "Little Year"). On Chinese New Year, people participate in traditional activities such as: Sweeping out the old year and… continue reading Celebrate the Year of the Rat with the Free Library!
By written by Peter SM January 21, 2020 1
Today is the birthday of celebrated former First Lady and citizen of the world, Michelle Obama . A political figure in her own right, Michelle Obama is well known for her healthy eating campaign, Lets Move! The campaign targeted childhood obesity by focusing on nutrition and creating home-grown solutions to battle barriers of nutritional food… continue reading Michelle Obama Grows a Garden
By written by Gennifer R. January 17, 2020
I’m excited and intrigued by the upcoming release of the new Doctor Dolittle movie starring Robert Downey, Jr. — Dolittle ... The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle was one of the first novels I ever read as a young boy growing up in the bucolic lakeshore countryside of Upstate New York. The series of children’s novels written by Hugh… continue reading The Doctor is In: Doctor Dolittle Revisited
By written by Jeff B. January 17, 2020
Grab your honey pot, ‘cause it’s National Winnie the Pooh Day this upcoming Saturday, January 18! Author Alan Alexander Milne ’s birthday is also January 18, and for good reason, there is a holiday made in his stead. So how old is Winnie the Pooh, really? Gifted to Milne’s son, Christopher Robin, on August 21, 1920,… continue reading There's a Rumbly in My Tumbly
By written by Gennifer R. January 16, 2020
