Much of the Free Library's ability to create and incubate cutting-edge programs and services is thanks to the generosity of individuals, corporations, and foundations. One of the most long-standing and giving supporters has been the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation , which has provided invaluable support to the Free Library… continue reading Hats Off to the Knight Foundation for Its Support of the Free Library

By written by Julie B.    March 8, 2017    1  

• Techmobile
• 21st Century Libraries
• Neighborhood Libraries

What better way to celebrate science than in your own backyard? Join the Philadelphia Science Festival at several of our neighborhood libraries after school for a celebration of science exploration! Scientists, engineers, and other experts will share their knowledge to provide FUN and FREE programs, including interactive activities,… continue reading Get Nerdy with Neighborhood Science After School!

By written by Rachel F.    April 25, 2014   

• Events at the Library
• Childrens Programs
• Family Programs
• Parkway Central
• Techmobile
• Hot Spots
• Science

There have been a number of news stories over the past few weeks discussing the digital divide that still exists around the world. Studies and statistics show that access to the internet has improved over recent years to a certain extent, but that there are still 60 million Americans who have no online access , many of them elderly, poor, and… continue reading Helping to Bridge the Digital Divide

By written by Peter SM    August 27, 2013   

• Website
• Tech
• Techmobile
• Hot Spots

  A few weeks ago, we posted about LiLi , a experimental hi-tech library vehicle from Canada. Today, meet A47, a mobile library in Mexico City that has taken a decidedly low-tech angle to reach out and deliver library services. Instead of the cutting-edge digital delivery of library services, including digital literacy training, e-book… continue reading Mobile Library in Mexico City

By written by Joel N.    July 17, 2012   

• Techmobile

Today we're at 25th and Lehigh, serving One Day at a Time Recovery and other recovery houses in this neighborhood, providing access and assistance for people getting online for the first time, working on resumes, and learning about social media privacy. We've just heard about a new mobile digital library project, in Canada, that is… continue reading Meet LiLi, the Techmobile's Pal in Canada

By written by Joel N.    June 8, 2012    1  

• Techmobile

The Techmobile is parked outside the third base gate at Citizens Bank Park, helping welcome Phillies fans to the game tonight as they face off against the Marlins. (OK--we're welcoming everyone, but rest assured we're mostly seeing red.) Stop by and say hi on your way into the game. While you're on board, you can register for a new… continue reading The Fightin' Techmobile

By written by Joel N.    June 1, 2012   

• Techmobile

Last week, the Techmobile traveled to North Second Street to participate in the Food Trust's Night Market , a "roving street fair celebrating the city's ethnic restaurants, gourmet food trucks and coolest neighborhoods from the people who brought you Headhouse Farmer's Market."  Thank you to Oron at North Bowl , who… continue reading E-books, Food Trucks, and the Night Market

By written by Joel N.    May 31, 2012    5  

• Techmobile

We have had a busy and adventurous week aboard the Techmobile. From geography and map literacy programs for third graders to lots of open access time where adults registered for online banking services, worked on their resumes, set up their new Kindles and learned to download free music from the Free Library's website, we are ready to help… continue reading Dispatches from the Techmobile

By written by Joel N.    May 16, 2012    2  

• Techmobile
• Hot Spots

This morning the Techmobile hosted third graders from Reynolds School onboard for an overview of the Library’s electronic resources for children, and then did a hands-on activity using Google maps alongside the Free Library’s digital collections of historical maps and historical images of Philadelphia . Students used our laptops and… continue reading Philadelphia: People, Places Things with Third Graders from Reynolds School

By written by Joel N.    May 1, 2012    1  

• Databases
• Digital Collections
• Maps
• Techmobile

We are on the road today, visiting the Kingsessing Branch. Today is primary day, and many of our branches are polling locations. The Techmobile is parked on South 51st Street, and we are inviting on board anyone with questions about their polling place or whether they are already registered to vote, and if anyone wants to find out any… continue reading Supporting Voters with Internet Resources

By written by Joel N.    April 24, 2012    1  

• Elections
• Techmobile
• Hot Spots

Today the Free Library launches our Techmobile, a state-of-the art digital literacy training vehicle. Sporting iPads and laptops, presentation equipment and mobile broadband, our Techmobile brings library services, computer training and internet access on the road. It serves Philadelphians not only in their own neighborhoods, but in the… continue reading Techmobile Launches Today!

By written by Joel N.    April 12, 2012    1  

• Siobhan A. Reardon
• Techmobile

Have you seen them around town? On subway concourses, sides of buses and within SEPTA bus shelters, KEYSPOTS ads have premiered. KEYSPOTS is a citywide initiative bringing internet access, training and technology to Philadelphia communities.   KEYSPOTS is powered by Freedom Rings Partnership —a consortium of government, higher… continue reading KEYSPOTS and Hot Spots

By written by Jenn D.    January 26, 2012   

• Techmobile
• Hot Spots

The Free Library is acquiring a Techmobile, a 25’ vehicle outfitted for digital literacy training and outreach. Right now, construction is in progress and we expect you’ll see the Techmobile hitting the streets in April. Trainings will range from computer and email basics, r ésum é writing and job searching to… continue reading The Techmobile is Coming!

By written by Joel N.    January 25, 2012   

• Digital Collections
• Techmobile
• Hot Spots