Youth Services – Children

Winter and Spring Events

Family Programs

Bessie Coleman

Actor, educator and historical interpreter Dr. Daisy Century brings Bessie Coleman to HVL. Come enjoy this performance about the first African-American woman to become a licensed airplane pilot, showcasing a life that broke the mold.

Saturday, February 8
2 pm
For elementary students through adults. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please RSVP.

Sponsored by the Irene Reiter Endowment.

Awesome Adaptations

Learn from a Briar Bush Nature Center educator about the incredible adaptations that animals have to help them meet challenges in their environment. Meet some animal ambassadors and see their own special adaptations up close, from camouflage to special tails and silent flight to not-so-sharp spikes.

Saturday, March 8
2 pm
For elementary students through adults. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Space is limited. Registration is required.

Sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.

Spring Egg Hunt

Come meet Peter Rabbit and collect eggs filled with candy and prizes! Please bring your own bag or basket. Arrive early to park and get your picture taken with Peter Rabbit. Eggs go quickly. Start times will be staggered for different age groups (click here for more details).

Sunday, April 6
2 pm
Location: Held offsite at Lower Moreland Park

Sponsored by Lower Moreland Township.

Fairy Tale Trail

Stroll along the Fairy Tale Trail at Lower Moreland Park. Follow the circular, 1/2-mile paved path around the park to discover a new spin on the story of Hansel and Gretel. This interactive outdoor story experience, including the story adaptation and all story illustrations, was created by members of Huntingdon Valley Library’s amazing Teen Advisory Board.

May 11-17
Visit the trail anytime the park is open.
Lower Moreland Park
(Enter the park from Warfield Drive in Huntingdon Valley.)

This story experience is likely to appeal most to toddlers through 2nd graders, but it is recommended for patrons of all ages.

Ridiculous Nicholas Comedy/Variety Show!

Are you ready for a joke-packed, interactive family comedy show that includes some of the most RIDICULOUS stunts, and tricks you’ve ever witnessed?! Nicholas will take you on a Ridiculous rollercoaster ride (Nice alliteration! high five), performing acts of creative juggling, mind-melting magic, and gut-busting gags!

Saturday, May 17
2 pm
Recommended for families with children ages 3 and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Space is limited. Please RSVP.

Sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.

Workshops

Guitar 101

Join us for a fun and engaging introduction to the world of guitar with Dr. Ben Lougheed. Discover how learning guitar can enhance focus, boost confidence, and spark creativity in this interactive session.

Saturday, January 11
2 pm
For children ages 5-10 and their parents.
Registration is required.

Art with Anita for Kids

Join Miss Anita via Zoom as she provides step-by-step instructions on how to create your own painting of a winter deer with a snowy background using acrylic paint.

Wednesday, January 22
6:30-8 pm
Open to children ages 8-12. Number of art kits available is limited. Kits will be available for registrants to pick up from Saturday, January 11 through Sunday, January 19.
Registration is required for the Zoom link.

Sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.

Bloxels Video Game Design

Join Mr. Jason of Bright Idea Makers to learn how to use the Bloxels app/website to build your very own video games. Participants will also be able to play each other’s games and give constructive feedback.

Wednesday, March 19
6:30 pm
Open to students in grades 4-6. Students can either bring their own device or use one of the library’s.
Space is limited. Registration is required.

Sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.

Voyaging Vikings

Take a journey back in time with the American Swedish Historical Museum to the age of the Vikings. Dress up in Viking armor, make runestones, and use hands-on artifacts.

Wednesday, April 16
2 pm
Open to children ages 6-12.
Space is limited. Registration is required.

Sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.

Reading Programs

Reading Buddies

During each Reading Buddies session, young readers will be partnered with a Teen Advisory Board volunteer. Together, buddies will choose books, find a cozy spot in the library and take turns reading aloud. This program is for new, aspiring readers as well as kids looking to practice their reading skills. HVL Youth Services staff will be available to assist and encourage.

Select Mondays (below)
Recommended for students in grades K-3.
Space is limited. Registration for each session is required.
Please register each child separately and for only one session each day.

January 27 from 5-5:30 pm OR 5:30-6 pm
February 3 from 5-5:30 pm OR 5:30-6 pm
February 10 from 5-5:30 pm OR 5:30-6 pm
February 24 from 5-5:30 pm OR 5:30-6 pm
March 3 from 5-5:30 pm OR 5:30-6 pm
March 10 from 5-5:30 pm OR 5:30-6 pm

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Join this reading program and challenge yourself to read 1,000 books with your child before they start Kindergarten, a goal widely recognized by experts as a cornerstone of literacy success. Visit the 1000 Books page or come to an upcoming 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Social (dates/times below) to learn more.

Sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.

Clubs

All clubs are sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.

Book Worm Book Club

Join us at this book club for early chapter book readers. Check out a copy of the book at the library’s Circulation Desk during the month prior to the event. At each event, the group will discuss the featured book and enjoy a book-related craft or activity.

Select Wednesdays (below) from 5-6 pm
Recommended for students in grades 1-3.
Space is limited. Registration is required. Click on the links below to register.

League of Book Lovers

Join us at this book club for Juvenile Fiction readers. Check out a copy of the book at the library’s Circulation Desk during the month prior to the event. At each event, the group will discuss the featured book and enjoy a book-related craft or activity.

Select Wednesdays (below) from 6:30-7:30 pm
Recommended for students in grades 4-6.
Space is limited. Registration is required. Click on the links below to register.

Graphics Dudes

Join us at this club where art and books collide! Share a recently read graphic novel, learn new skills for making your own, and participate in a comic-related art activity.

Select Wednesdays (below) from 5-6 pm
Recommended for students in grades 2-5.
Space is limited. Registration is required. Click on the links below to register.

Storytimes

Join us for Storytime with stories, songs, and movement activities to encourage pre-reading skills. No registration necessary.

Preschool Storytime

Recommended for ages 3-6 with a caregiver.
Weekly on Mondays at 10:30 am
Winter Session: January 27-March 3, No Storytime February 17
Spring Session: March 24-April 28
Held in the Friends Learning Lab.

Toddler Storytime

Recommended for ages 1-2 with a caregiver.
Weekly on Tuesdays at 10:30 am
Winter Session: January 28-March 4
Spring Session: March 25-April 29
Held in the Friends Learning Lab.

eResources for Kids

POWER Kids – Pennsylvania’s Electronic Library

With your library card, explore these online research resources for kids and young teens.

Scholastic Teachables

Scholastic Teachables is an online database of tens of thousands of searchable and printable educational materials. Our teacher-authors create and vet thousands of high-quality, ready-to-use resources to save you countless hours of searching for reliable content. Read our post for an overview of the website and detailed information about incorporating it into your classroom or home! Sponsored by Montgomery County District Library Center.

BookFLIX and TrueFlix

Scholastic BookFlix is an online literacy resource for grades pre-K-3 that pairs classic video storybooks with related nonfiction eBooks to help build a love of reading and learning. With TrueFlix, learn about people, places, nature, history, and science from videos and eBooks. Weston Woods and Scholastic.

TumbleBooks

An online collection of animated, talking picture books.

TumbleBookLibrary is a curated database of children’s e-books, available by subscription to Elementary Schools and Public Libraries around the world.

Save