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Learn about the local Battle of Crooked Billet, the last and largest skirmish of the winter campaign of the Pennsylvania militia. Presenter Denis Cooke will share the story of the event, information about General John Lacey’s militia assignment, the aftermath of this surprise attack, and a bit of history about Lacey’s life post-battle. Thursday, April 18, 7 pm Presenter Denis J. Cooke, […]
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Huntingdon Valley Library will be closed for the spring holiday on Sunday, April 20. We will reopen Monday, April 1 at 10 am. You may still return items in our outside book drop located at the front of the building. Our Digital Branch is open 24/7! Like us on Facebook and Follow us on Instagram. We hope you have a […]
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Did you know that, after April 8, Pennsylvania won’t experience another total solar eclipse until the year 2144? If you didn’t, join us for this educational presentation to break down the mystery of solar eclipses and prepare to experience the one happening on April 8. Learn why and how solar eclipses occur, discover the differences between solar and lunar eclipses, […]
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Stroll along the Fairy Tale Trail at Lower Moreland Park. Follow the circular, 1/2-mile paved path around the park to discover the story of Little Red Riding Hood, the Three Little Pigs, and one Big Bad Wolf. This interactive outdoor story experience, including the story adaptation and all story illustrations, was created by members of Huntingdon Valley Library’s amazing Teen […]
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Join us for our book club for Juvenile Fiction chapter book readers! We will discuss sports novel Fast Pitch by Nic Stone, which was chosen at the January event. Wednesday, February 286:30 – 7:30 pm Shenice Lockwood dreams of leading the Fulton Firebirds to the U12 softball regional championship. But Shenice’s focus gets shaken when her great-uncle Jack reveals that […]
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Join us for our Spring Storytimes in the Friends Learning Lab. We have two different Weekly Storytimes to choose from. Each Storytime has a theme and includes 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 amMarch 18-April 29 Toddler Storytime Recommended for ages […]
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Join us for the Spring Egg Hunt, sponsored by Lower Moreland Township. 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. Saturday, March 16Beginning at 11 am Location: Lower Moreland Park (entrances off of Warfield […]
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Join us for the next book club event for early chapter book readers! We will discuss the book Leave It to Plum by Matt Phelan, which was chosen at the January book club event. Wednesday, March 134:45-5:45 pm Every day at the Athensville Zoo the peacocks are allowed to wander freely among the visitors, delighting and guiding kids and grownups alike. […]
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Experience Amelia Earhart’s spirit of adventure and purpose during this live performance. The audience will learn about events from this American icon’s life from childhood through her final flight and hear Amelia Earhart’s encouraging message for women of her time and today. Thursday, March 217 pm UPDATE 3/21/24 at 11 am – This program has been POSTPONED to April 2 […]
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Join us for Family Storytime featuring stories, songs, and movement activities to reinforce early language learning. Saturday, March 210:30 am Recommended for families with young children (toddlers-preschoolers).
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