Richmond Library - Free Library of Philadelphia

10/06/2026

HEY EVERYBODY! We think it’s a GREAT IDEA to have a farmer’s market in the neighborhood! We hope you consider signing this petition for a market in Campbell Square Park. Let’s make it happen! Sign your name!

Dear Neighbors and Local Business Owners, This petition is to ask for your support in establishing a new, community-focused Farmers’ Market right here in Port Richmond. Our goal is to create a vibrant gathering space that brings locally grown produce, artisan goods, and community spirit to our nei...

10/03/2026

You are looking at our NEW large, museum quality, rotating, double sided hardwood observation honey bee hive! Finally we have a replacement for the damaged observation hive! What we need now is advice from a carpentery specialist. Because this is a rotating device with a wider base, we will need a different platform set up. If you or anyone you know is a knowledgeable carpenter with experience with custom projects, please contact us! (NOTE: we are looking for advice only, as we aren't in a position to pay.)

09/28/2026

It's officially fall and there's lots to look forward to at the library. Take a look at our October calendar!

Adult Programs:
🧘‍♀️Yoga - Mondays at 5:30
ℹ️State Rep Services with Joe Hohenstein - Saturday, October 10, 10:00-12:00
🇫🇷French Language Exchange - Saturday, October 17 at 10:00
☕Intro to Herbalism - Tuesday, October 27 at 5:30
📃City Job Recruiters - Thursday, October 29, 2:00-4:00

Children’s Programs:
🎃Pumpkin Painting Party (Space is limited. First-come; first-served.) - Tuesday, October 27 at 4:00
🧸Toddler Storytime & Play Group - Wednesdays at 10:30
👶Baby Storytime & Play Group - Thursdays at 10:30
📖Saturday Storytime & Play Group - Saturday, October 10 at 10:30
🎲Dungeons & Dragons Club - Tuesday, October 13 at 4:30
🎨LEAP After-School Program - Starting soon! Every Monday-Tuesday 3:00-6:00 & Wednesday-Friday 3:00-5:00

Closings:
Friday, October 9 - Early closing likely 1:00
Monday, October 12 - Closed for Indigenous Peoples' Day

09/26/2026

Richmond Library will have a delayed opening today while we wait for more staff to arrive.

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09/09/2026

Join me at the Richmond Library - Free Library of Philadelphia next Tuesday for our Introductory Herbalism workshop series! We’ll be talking about fall seasonal support, including the transition between late summer into the fall season.

Learn about warming and grounding herbs, how to support the immune and nervous systems, and how to prepare an herbal decoction at home!

09/03/2026

The Free Library system will close at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, September 4. We will be open on Saturday, then closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day

09/01/2026

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Homework can be challenging, but students and families don’t have to handle it alone. With a Free Library of Philadelphia card, students can use free online resources for tutoring, research,…