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We are grateful for these new titles arriving on our shelves this fall! Young Children (up to 2nd Grade) Benjamin Grows A Garden by Melanie Florence Benjamin is ready to help his mother plant… continue reading New Titles Coming to the Free Library in November
By written by Rachel F. October 30, 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
These new titles are coming to the Free Library in October! Young Children (up to 2nd Grade) Día de Muertos by Jacque Jours Discover the meaning of Dia de Muertos and learn how children all… continue reading New Titles Coming to the Free Library in October
By written by Rachel F. September 30, 2025
Latinx comics and graphic novels are important because they provide authentic representations of diverse Latinx identities, cultures, and experiences often overlooked in mainstream media. They… continue reading Latinx Comics and Graphic Novels in the Catalog
By written by Dr. Guy Sims September 24, 2025
Ready for some new reads to escape this long, hot summer? Read on for fun and inspiring books to help get you through the dog days of August. Young Children (up to 2nd Grade) The Marvelous Now by… continue reading New Titles Coming to the Free Library in August
By written by Rachel F. July 28, 2025
Explore something new with one of these titles coming to the Free Library in July! Young Children (up to 2nd Grade) A Sky that Sings by Anita Sanchez Mia, a blind girl who enjoys identifying… continue reading New Titles Coming to the Free Library in July
By written by Rachel F. June 24, 2025 1
The Free Library of Philadelphia’s Special Collections is excited to present a free catalog of items that can be used to supplement Dungeons and Dragon s and other tabletop role-playing… continue reading Oddities and Wonders: A Selection of Unusual Artifacts for TTRPG Players
By written by Kelly D. June 24, 2025 4
The Free Library is proud to announce the implementation of Homosaurus , a linked data vocabulary of LGBTQ+ terms. Homosaurus enhances LGBTQ+ discoverability within the catalog by offering patrons… continue reading Incorporating Homosaurus Into the Free Library's Catalog
By written by Clint F. June 23, 2025
Queer people and video games have gone hand-in-hand since the days of Pac-Man . Who among us hasn’t made their Sims get gay married? Or dreamt about rescuing Princess Zelda from the… continue reading Pride in Video Gayming
By written by Collin K.-H. June 16, 2025
The Free Library's physical and digital shelves have been alive with the excited energy of the impending summer reading season. While patrons check their to-be-read lists and stock up on… continue reading What's Philly Reading? May 2025
By written by Bridget G. June 9, 2025
The Free Library is home not only to books, but digital, visual, and auditory media. We take pride in curating a diverse collection of materials for our patrons to explore and borrow.… continue reading Queer Films in the Free Library Catalog
By written by Collin K.-H. June 3, 2025
There are lots of new titles for all ages to explore in early summer at the Free Library of Philadelphia! Young Children (up to 2nd Grade) City Summer, Country Summer by Kiese Laymon Three Black… continue reading New Titles Coming to the Free Library in June
By written by Rachel F. May 29, 2025
The Free Library now offers blood pressure monitoring cuffs for loan at select neighborhood library locations ! High blood pressure is known as hypertension. It can cause serious issues in your… continue reading Now Available: Blood Pressure Monitors for Loan at Select Libraries
By written by Tuesday C. May 6, 2025 1
There are lots of new titles for all ages to explore this spring at the Free Library of Philadelphia! Young Children (up to 2nd Grade) Little Bird Laila by Kelly Yang Laila knows how clever, kind,… continue reading New Titles Coming to the Free Library in May
By written by Rachel F. April 28, 2025
Note: This blog post uses identity-first language which is preferred by the autistic self-advocacy movement. "Autistic" is capitalized to represent the community, while… continue reading Enjoy Autistic Authors This Autism Acceptance Month
By written by Shelley R. April 4, 2025 1
April is Autism Acceptance Month and the Art Department is highlighting Autistic artists from our collection. Each of these books is available for loan using your Free Library card . Just place a… continue reading Highlighting Autistic Artists in the Art Department's Collection
By written by Natasha S. April 1, 2025
March 31 is International Transgender Day of Visibility, celebrating its 16th year. In 2009, Rachel Crandall-Crocker decided to create a day to celebrate living transgender people as a… continue reading Celebrating Transgender Day of Visibility
By written by Shelley R. March 28, 2025
There are many new titles for all ages to explore this spring at the Free Library of Philadelphia! Young Children (up to 2nd Grade) Jollof Day by Bernard Mensah Early in the morning while the sun… continue reading New Titles Coming to the Free Library in April
By written by Rachel F. March 27, 2025 2