Engage | Explore | Enjoy
Celebrate the children participating in our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program and cheer on the program’s graduates as they head into Kindergarten ready to read! A brief awards ceremony will be followed by light refreshments. Wednesday, August 266 pm For all of our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten participants, their families, friends, and any other members of their cheer squads. Please […]
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Huntingdon Valley Library will be closed on Saturday, September 5, Sunday, September 6, and Monday, September 7 for the Labor Day weekend. We will reopen Tuesday, September 8 at 10 am. You may still return items in our outside book drop that is located at the front of the building. Our Digital Branch is open 24/7! Like us on Facebook […]
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Mention Donation Day at the register or drive-thru at Shake Shack in Jenkintown, or use promo code DONATE on the Shack App, web, or kiosk at checkout and we’ll donate 25% of your total meal purchase to the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library. Enjoy delicious food while supporting a good cause! Wednesday, June 1710 am-9 pm Shake Shack Jenkintown901 Old […]
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Come meet and learn about a wide variety of critters from snakes to rabbits to turtles to geckos…the list goes on! The Critter Connections educator will explain proper handling, eating habits, defense mechanisms, and habitats of these animals. Participants will be able to get a close-up look at all the animals and even have the opportunity to touch and hold them […]
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Learn about the Crimewatch website directly from representatives from the Lower Moreland Police Department. Thursday, June 182-4 pm
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The history of the American Revolution is full of lore, myths, half-truths and inaccuracies that have become an accepted part of American history. These stories are repeated in schools, museums, and television programs because they are catchy, humorous or entertaining; but during this presentation we are going to separate fact from fiction. Thursday, June 187 pm This program focuses on […]
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You’re invited to the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library Potluck Meeting! Join us for a delicious feast and good company. Please bring a dish to share, whether it’s your specialty or something new. Please email hvlibraryfriends@gmail.com to let us know what you’re bringing to avoid duplicates. Thursday, June 412:30 pm Free and open to all. RSVP hvlibraryfriends@gmail.com
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Actor and Historian Mitchell Kramer visits the library as Benjamin Franklin. Learn about the events of Franklin’s life in the year 1776. There will be a one hour presentation, followed by time for questions and photos with Ben! Thursday, June 46:30 pm Please RSVP. Only two openings left! Sponsored by the Irene Reiter Endowment.
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Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive STEM show for the whole family. With help from audience volunteers, Science Heroes will conduct exciting experiments all about the changing states of matter, pressure, and more — while raising a shovel to scientists who work with dirt. If you didn’t already love science, you’ll really ‘dig it’ after seeing […]
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Learn how to turn paper into three dimensional art! Ms. Kris from Knot Another Craft will lead the group in making precise folds to help you create a cute triceratops out of nothing more than paper and glue. No experience necessary. Monday, June 296:30 pm Open to students entering grades 4-6 in the fall. Space is limited. Registration is required. […]
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