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Virtual event with The Library Company of Philadelphia. Before Amanda Gorman, or Maya Angelou or Toni Morrison there was Phillis Wheatley – an enslaved colonial poet who wrote her way to freedom. Hear Wheatley’s remarkable story, while mixing up a wintery riff on a classic cocktail : The Poet’s Dream. Hosted by storyteller and mixologist Jacey Powers of Feminist Cocktail Hour. […]
» Read moreIf your New Year’s Resolution is to start writing, then join us on Zoom for tips on how to ignite your creative juices. Harriet Millan, Drexel University writing professor and prize winning poet, will help get you started on your writing journey. The first 15 registrants will receive a copy of her book, My Oceanography. Update: All of the books […]
» Read moreWe will feature 4 members of the Bryn Athyn Orchestra in the library playing holiday music on Thursday, December 16 from 6 pm – 8 pm. Stop by to browse the library and get in the holiday spirit. Free and Open to all. Masks and Social distancing requirements will be in effect.
» Read moreJoin us for Part 2 of Female Spies presented by local historian Herb Kaufman. In World War I The famous Mata Hari became synonymous with women using their “personal attractions” to obtain secrets. In World War II, a women headed the intelligence gathering “Alliance,” France’s largest intelligence gathering and resistance network. Women spies were major contributors to the success of […]
» Read moreThis month’s First Tuesday Talks with: Dan Scott from Meadowbrook Farms. We will be discussing: Putting the garden to bed. Registration is required. Talk will be held via Zoom. Click here to register.
» Read moreThe date is December 29, 1940. Franklin Delano Roosevelt has just been re-elected to an unprecedented third term in office. But the world is in crisis. Nazi Germany has blazed a path of destruction accross Europe, and America may soon be drawn into war. Watch this famous moment come to life, as you meet with the President just prior to […]
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Check out a Dash and Dot Robot Kit from the library. Dash and Dot help teach kids to code in a fun, creative way. Any skill level will have success coding with these charming robots. Recommended for ages 6+. Each Kit includes: 1 Dash Robot 1 Dot Robot 2 Charging Cords 1 Box of Challenge Cards 1 Instructional Notebook Dash […]
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Library Catalog System to be Upgraded! September 1-7, our Library Catalog will be down for upgrades. During that time, you will need your library card if you want to check out books or other materials. No materials will be due and no fines will accrue. You will also not be able to renew or place holds on materials. Thank you […]
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It’s a tail of a whale (or mermaid, or shark)! Pick the one you like best as you try your hand at macramé with this DIY Teens Take Home Kit. Your bag will include the materials and instructions to make your own macramé shark, whale, or mermaid tail keychain. Supplies are limited and registration is required. Once reserved, kits can be picked […]
» Read moreJoin us on Facebook or YouTube* for our Virtual Storytime! Each week, there will be a new theme with stories, songs, and movement activities to encourage pre-reading skills. PremieresWednesdays at 10:30 amJune 23-July 28 Storytime is recommended for preschoolers and toddlers. The premiere video will be posted on the HVL Facebook page and YouTube at 10:30 am. It will remain available to view for one week. […]
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