Posts in “libraries-in-the-news” (53)
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Jawnts: Gatherings to spotlight Poe Philly.com Most are spearheaded by the bearded sage of Jenkintown, Edward Pettit, who is leading a reading group in the Rare Books Department of the Central… continue reading Free Library in the News: October 5-9, 2015
By written by Samantha M. October 9, 2015
11 Things to Do in Philly This Week Phillymag.com Lee Child and Linda Fairstein at the Free Library (appeared 9/29) Get Cultured on the Cheap (Your-Round) Phillybythepenny.com Tour of the… continue reading Free Library in the News: September 28-October 2, 2015
By written by Samantha M. October 2, 2015
Black geniuses you may or may not know Phillytrib.com Philadelphia Museum of Art and Free Library Design — Julian Abele (4/30/1881 Birth Date): He was the Chief Designer at the prestigious… continue reading Free Library in the News: September 21-24, 2015
By written by Samantha M. September 24, 2015
These Public Libraries are for Snowshoes and Ukuleles New York Times Last year, the Free Library of Philadelphia pulled together city, state and private funds to open a teaching kitchen, which is… continue reading Free Library in the News: September 14-18, 2015
By written by Samantha M. September 18, 2015
Turning Your Library in a Haunted House Alsc.ala.org For the last few weeks, the crickets in Philadelphia have begun playing at night. This is the signal for the end of Summer Reading, the time to… continue reading Free Library in the News: September 7-11, 2015
By written by Samantha M. September 11, 2015
Free Library Welcomes Papal Visit with New Ecumenical Exhibit ( no link ) Jewish Exponent The exhibit, “Sacred Stories: The World’s Religious Traditions,” will include a wide… continue reading Free Library in the News: August 24-28, 2015
By written by Samantha M. August 31, 2015
Donald Root: Beyond the Bookshelves at Free Library Epgn.com Donald Root, Chief of Central Public Services Division, talks about his life, appreciation for libraries, and all the great things… continue reading Free Library in the News: August 17-21, 2015
By written by Samantha M. August 21, 2015
This week's press round-up is sparse, but gives a preview of some exciting author events happening at the Library soon and also looks back at a couple fun past events . From chick-lit… continue reading Author Events Galore and Free Library in the News: August 3-7, 2015
By written by Samantha M. August 7, 2015
Top Press Mention in the News: Poet Sonia Sanchez’s life gets film treatment Philly.com Check out this film about the life of Philadelphia poet extraordinaire and Free Library Board of… continue reading Free Library in the News: July 27-31, 2015
By written by Samantha M. August 4, 2015
Top Press Mention in the News: Best of Philly Philly Mag The Rosenbach of the Free Library won the Best of Philly award for the Best Bibliophile Retreat! The Rosenbach has a world-class collection… continue reading The Best Bibliophile Retreat and Free Library in the News: July 20-24, 2015
By written by Samantha M. July 28, 2015
Top Press Mention in the News: Magnet Carter Philly.com "Kinsley, who wore a small "It's my birthday!" balloon and pin, spent most of her morning yesterday waiting with her… continue reading President Carter Visits and Free Library in the News: July 13-17, 2015
By written by Samantha M. July 17, 2015
Top Press Mention of the Week: Haywood seeks to start a ‘reading revolution’ for children in Northwest Philly from Newsworks.org This article highlights work that the… continue reading The READ! by 4th Revolution and Free Library in the News: July 6-10, 2015
By written by Samantha M. July 10, 2015
‘Silver Linings Playbook’ author’s new book mentioned NJ bar Washingtontimes.com Quick will make an appearance at the Free Library of Philadelphia’s Central Branch… continue reading Free Library in the News: June 15-19, 2015
By written by Samantha M. June 19, 2015
Why Public Libraries Matter Thenation.com Beyond mere fairness, there are viable economic reasons for sustaining New York City's public libraries. In 2010, the City of Philadelphia spent $33… continue reading Free Library in the News: June 8-12, 2015
By written by Samantha M. June 15, 2015
There are Infinite Reasons to Love This Photographer and Her 97-year old Muse Huffingtonpost.com She spent thirty five years working at the Free Library of Philadelphia as a commercial… continue reading Free Library in the News: May 18-22, 2015
By written by Samantha M. May 22, 2015
Conserving history: Conservation Center for Art and Historical Artifacts in Philadelphia repairs old paper to preserve history Nj.com On April 7, Book Conservator Rebecca Smyrl was working on a… continue reading Free Library in the News: April 13-17, 2015
By written by Samantha M. April 17, 2015 1
Art of Food: The Culinary Literacy Center WHYY/PBS Video clip—this mini-documentary features Culinary Literacy Specialist Liz Fitzgerald and President Siobhan Reardon For full video, click… continue reading Free Library in the News: April 6-10, 2015
By written by Samantha M. April 10, 2015
Perry Genovesi & Adam Feldman | Movers & Shakers 2015—Change Agents Libraryjournal.com Music librarians Perry Genovesi (seated, l.) and Adam Feldman of the Free Library of… continue reading Free Library in the News: March 16-20, 2015
By written by Samantha M. March 20, 2015
Foundation says Sendak-Rosenbach relationship had frayed Philly.com The Maurice Sendak Foundation, responding to a lawsuit filed by the Rosenbach of the Free Library of Philadelphia, is denying… continue reading Free Library in the News: February16-20, 2015
By written by Samantha M. February 20, 2015
Pa German Fraktur subject of exhibits, comprehensive catalog Auction Central News Nearby, the Free Library of Philadelphia will present an exhibition of works drawn from its own permanent… continue reading Free Library in the News: February 9-13, 2015
By written by Samantha M. February 13, 2015