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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
The Free Library of Philadelphia is celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip hop with a limited-edition art card available at ALL Free Library locations — while supplies last! This… continue reading Introducing the Free Library's 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop Art Card
By written by Bridget G. September 5, 2023 62
Artist/Illustrator Akinseye Brown (pronounced Ah-KEEN-shay-yay) was selected to design the 50 Years of Hip-Hop commemorative library card for the Free Library of Philadelphia. Akinseye has over 20… continue reading Funky Five Plus One Questions with Akinseye Brown
By written by Dr. Guy Sims July 5, 2023 1
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, and there are so many reasons to get yourself a card if you don’t have one already! As libraries strive to enter a new era, more and more are… continue reading Reasons to Sign Up for a Free Library Card Today!
By written by Emily S. September 7, 2022 2
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month —do you have your Free Library card ?! Anyone who lives, works, pays taxes, or attends school in the city of Philadelphia is eligible, so… continue reading Happy Library Card Sign-Up Month!
By written by Kate C. August 31, 2022 10
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month , and while we all know that a library card grants you instant access to a treasure trove of books, CDs, DVDs, graphic novels, and audiobooks… continue reading Do More With Your Free Library Card!
By written by Kate C. September 14, 2021 1
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month —do you have your Free Library card ?! Anyone who lives, works, pays taxes, or attends school in the city of Philadelphia is eligible, so… continue reading It's Library Card Sign-Up Month!
By written by Kate C. September 1, 2021 10
August is Family Fun Month , and we think the Free Library is the perfect place to celebrate! Whether you're looking for outdoor in-person or virtual events or suggestions for… continue reading It's Family Fun Month!
By written by Kate C. August 2, 2021
Did you know that July is Anti-Boredom Month ? If your job or class schedule has eased up for the summer and you find yourself with some extra time on your hands, check out these ways to beat… continue reading Beat Boredom with the Free Library in July
By written by Kate C. July 12, 2021
COVID-19 has changed the way we perform on the job. For several months, the silence of everyday life has transformed the way we interact, at all levels, and in our community. Now, our home is not… continue reading Working Remotely? Ask Lynda!
By written by Mary Marques November 4, 2020 1
The new school year starts this week throughout Philadelphia and whether students will be attending school in-person and / or virtually, the Free Library is ready to help with resources and… continue reading Back to School Resources and Programs for Students
By written by Valerie S. September 1, 2020 1
September is Library Card Sign-up Month , and we just wanted to remind you that securing your very own Free Library of Philadelphia library card is both easy and so worth it! Normally,… continue reading September is Library Card Sign-up Month!
By written by Kate C. August 28, 2020 37
Guess what, Philadelphia? We have great news! Drumroll, please... Today, the Free Library of Philadelphia Board of Trustees voted to approve a measure that will eliminate most overdue fines… continue reading We're Going Fine-Free!
By written by Administrator December 11, 2019 9
The Experience Pass program is currently paused. We are investigating options to restart the pass in the future. Philadelphians ages 18 and above can use their Free Library card to check out FREE… continue reading Announcing the Experience Pass—Your Key to Free Philadelphia Museums, Attractions, and More!
By written by Jamie B. December 2, 2019 38
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month , and while we all know that a library card grants you instant access to a treasure trove of books, DVDs, and audiobooks from our catalog , we wanted to… continue reading Library Card Sign-Up Month | You Can Get WHAT at the Library?!
By written by Kate C. September 27, 2019
All throughout Library Card Sign-Up Month , we're sharing library card fun facts and information about the ways you can use a Free Library card. From books, movies, and DVDs to musical… continue reading Library Card Sign-Up Month | "Unlock a World of Possibilities Today"
By written by Kate C. September 5, 2019 3
September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and we just wanted to remind you that securing your very own Free Library of Philadelphia library card is both easy and valuable! You can sign up online or… continue reading September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!
By written by Kate C. September 3, 2019 2
The calendar still says August, and the weather forecast still says summer, but the new school year is just around the corner— School District of Philadelphia will ring the bell to begin… continue reading Go Back to School with the Free Library!
By written by Jess P. August 30, 2019 1
September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month , and while we all know that a library card grants you instant access to a treasure trove of books, DVDs, and audiobooks from our catalog , we… continue reading Library Card Signup Month | You Can Get WHAT at the Free Library?
By written by Kate C. September 10, 2018 3
September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and we want to make sure you know that securing your very own Free Library of Philadelphia library card is both easy and valuable! You can sign up online ,… continue reading September Is Library Card Sign-Up Month!
By written by Kate C. August 30, 2018 4