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This June, the Free Library of Philadelphia celebrates Pride Month with events, programs, and resources that amplify LGBTQ+ voices and stories. Everyone is welcome and everyone… continue reading Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month with the Free Library
By written by Administrator May 22, 2025 1
Join us at Haddington Library on Monday, June 2, at 3:30 p.m. for Ready, Set, Rainbow , a fun and inclusive Pride Month event for families with children ages 3… continue reading Celebrate Pride with Ready, Set, Rainbow at Haddington Library!
By written by Dylan R. May 21, 2025
What is your favorite summertime activity in Philadelphia? Do you hike through Wissahickon Park? Do you spend all day at your local Parks and Rec. swimming pool with your friends? Do you read new… continue reading Discover, Explore, Create: Summer of Wonder 2025!
By written by Administrator May 19, 2025 3
There’s a new club starting up at Parkway Central Library ! Please welcome the Vinyl Record Listening Club ! What does your club do? We are going to get together, listen to, and… continue reading Now Spinning: Join the Vinyl Record Listening Club
By written by Jane L. May 19, 2025 2
Don’t miss this chance to connect and learn about exciting job opportunities! Join us at the Kingsessing Library on Wednesday, May 21 , from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. for a… continue reading Southwest Philly Job Fair on May 21 at Kingsessing Library
By written by Shelley R. May 7, 2025 2
Have you ever thought about working for the City of Philadelphia, but don’t know where to begin, thought you had to know someone to be considered, or didn’t think you would… continue reading Start Your Career with the City of Philadelphia!
By written by Administrator May 7, 2025 2
On Friday, May 30, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. , Parkway Central Library 's Field Teen Center will host their Second Annual Alternative Prom ! This year's theme is Spellbound: A Night in the… continue reading Get Spellbound at the Field Teen Center’s 2025 Alternative Prom!
By written by Bridget G. April 28, 2025 1
This spring and summer, the Free Library is buzzing with opportunities to connect with nature, dig into gardening, and explore the great outdoors — no special gear or experience… continue reading Experience Nature in the City at Your Library!
By written by Bridget G. April 25, 2025
The Business Resource and Innovation Center is proud to welcome award-winning inventor, author, entrepreneur, and Philadelphia native Andrea Rose to the Free Library of… continue reading Learn from Award-Winning Inventor Andrea Rose with Inventing to Win® Workshop
By written by Jordan C. April 23, 2025
The Ants on a Log Library Tour is coming to many neighborhood Free Library locations this spring, bringing feel-good, fun live music for the whole family! Ants on a Log plays music for… continue reading Enjoy Free Concerts for Kids and Families With the Ants on a Long Library Tour
By written by Administrator April 21, 2025 1
Join us on Saturday, April 12, 2025 , for the Third Annual printPHILLY! Print Fair . Organized by the Philadelphia Print Consortium, printPHILLY! celebrates the diversity and richness of… continue reading The Third Annual printPHILLY! Fair Moves to Parkway Central Library!
By written by Laura S. April 8, 2025 1
The Free Library Workplace Department provides programming and resources to help you through your job search or career transition. Here is a collection of resources from the Free Library and… continue reading Resources for Displaced Federal Workers and Job Seekers
By written by Sandy M. April 1, 2025
Philly Career Launch sessions will take place in April and May at various library and community locations throughout Philadelphia. Have you experienced job disruption over the past few years? Are… continue reading Join Philly Career Launch for Our Career Exploration Workshops
By written by Administrator March 31, 2025 7
Philadelphia is now home to more than 20 rarely seen marker drawings by novelist Kurt Vonnegut thanks to the efforts of local art collector, Heather Rose. Kurt Vonnegut’s artwork, like… continue reading Now on Display: Kurt Vonnegut Jr. As a Visual Artist
By written by Administrator March 14, 2025
Questions about Medicare? Unsure about your benefits? Turning 65 soon? Attend Medicare Mondays to learn more about your options and find the best plan for you! Medicare Benefits… continue reading Discover Your Options With Medicare Mondays
By written by Bridget G. March 6, 2025
Get ready for an exciting adventure as we bring the magic of storytelling to life at our Family Bilingual Spanish/English Storytime ! As part of the Languages of Philadelphia series, this special… continue reading Bilingual Spanish Storytime for Families: A Journey to Colombia
By written by Mary Marques February 26, 2025
On Tuesday, January 21, at 6:00 p.m. the Social Science and History Department will screen Abortion and Women's Rights 1970 , the first documentary made in the U.S. about the struggle… continue reading Abortion and Women's Rights 1970: Film Screening and Panel Discussion
By written by Ben R. January 16, 2025
On a recent winter day, Sheryl Oring found her childhood library cards and the memories came flooding back. For Oring, the local library was a refuge: a place for kids to feel safer and dream… continue reading Secretary to the People: Activating Democracy With Art
By written by Suzanna U. January 15, 2025 2
January 19 marks the 215th birthday of poet and author Edgar Allan Poe . Poe lived in Philadelphia from 1838 to 1844, when he published his most famous poem, "The Raven." To… continue reading Mark Edgar Allan Poe's 215th Birthday with Live Theater at the Library
By written by Des J. January 7, 2025
Fancy yourself as a do-it-yourself handyman or looking to pick up a new skill? Want to dive into the world of electronics and repair the wire in your mouse, or salvage your favorite… continue reading Learn the Art of Soldering at the Library
By written by Brianna V. November 26, 2024