Tag: library
‘Libraries have evolved’: How Delaware libraries are expanding to enhance access for all
Planned upgrades at Delaware libraries include new wellness centers, additional study rooms and workforce development services.
1 month ago
Listen 1:36Drag story hour at Pa. library canceled after suspicious package and threats, authorities say
A state police bomb squad later cleared the library, but police said “additional reported threats” were still being investigated.
1 month ago
N.J. libraries are branching out and offering more than books and videos
Many libraries in N.J. have high-tech devices, child learning toys and machinery for patrons to borrow.
2 months ago
Listen 1:17Athenaeum of Philadelphia reopens after $1.6 million renovations
Despite remaining scaffolding, the historic building in Washington Square reopens to the public on Monday.
1 year ago
Upper Darby libraries will stop charging fines on overdue materials
The Upper Darby Township & Sellers Memorial Public Library is joining several other libraries in Delaware County and the Free Library of Philadelphia in the fine-free shift.
2 years ago
Video: What’s the future for Philly’s libraries?
WHYY student interns Dre'Mere Reyes and Lamar Reed explore the challenges facing the Free Library of Philadelphia.
2 years ago
Library workers call for longer hours, more staff to prevent summer gun violence surge
Philadelphia libraries aren’t open on the weekends or evenings, and many have trouble staying open during the week.
2 years ago
Proposed book approval process for Central Bucks schools unclear, some parents say
A deeper look into Central Bucks School District’s new library book policy, which the American Library Association calls a first for Pennsylvania.
2 years ago
Lenape Middle school students protest a teacher placed on sudden leave as the district also plans to enact a new book censorship policy.
2 years ago
Need for costly repairs is forcing the temporary closure of two Cheltenham libraries
The American Library Association said the township’s issues are common: Similar infrastructure problems plague public libraries across the country.
3 years ago
Secret garden alert: Neglected for 20 years, the Rosenbach revives its urban oasis
Ignored behind a brick wall for 20 years, the rare book library and museum revived its garden for visitors.
4 years ago
Listen 1:40Trove of copyrighted items set to enter public domain
No copyrighted items have been added to the public domain in 20 years. That changes on January 1, 2019.
5 years ago
Rutgers archivist collecting Women’s March signs and memorabilia
Rutgers University is collecting Women's March signs and memorabilia to document the feminism and grassroots activism of the historic movement.
6 years ago
Delaware's 'Food for Fines,' program sees significant drop in participation
Participation in last week's New Castle County Libraries' annual "Food for Fines," amnesty was down 79 percent, compared to the year before.
6 years ago
Listen 1:09LGBT center aims to preserve, expand archive of Philly’s response to AIDS crisis
In the '80s, Philadelphia’s activists took to the streets and fought for funding to improve care, becoming national leaders in responding to the health crisis.
6 years ago