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JOIN THE SUMMER READING FUN!! June 2022 Newsletter
Library closed on Monday, May 30 - MEMORIAL DAY
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Please donate a prize for Summer Reading.
Something for a child, teen or adult. New, re-gifted and gift cards are all great possibilities.
Any dollar value is accepted.
Thank you!
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In Search Of:
We are in search of "STUFF" to use in a Summer Rube Goldberg program - cardboard tubes, empty water bottles, cereal or cake-mix boxes, cans, dominoes, funnels, marbles, golf balls, string, duct tape, tracks, small toy cars, paper cups, small pieces of wood or PVC pipe, etc. Thanks!
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FREE Adult Yoga
@ Pine Creek Park
May 28, June 4 & 11
9AM-10AM
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Brought to you by West Pikeland Parks and Recreation Committee and Chester Springs Library. Bring your mat and a water bottle. Pine Creek Park, 1488 Yellow Springs Road. No registration
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Kristine Howard's
Satellite Office
Tuesday, June 7
10AM-1PM
Seniors 65+ can sign up for a FREE Septa Key Card. Bring your current PA Driver's License or PA ID card.
Find help with any PA State related issue you have. No registration
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Summer TEEN and ADULT Crochet
Thursdays @ 1:30PM June 16, 23, 30
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Join the fun. Bring medium weight yarn and the hook recommended on the yarn's label. Beginners to experienced welcome.
No registration
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The Mill at Anselma Demonstration Day
Saturday, June 11
10AM-4PM
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Family day and grain mill demonstrations. Stop by the library table and say "Hi" to Miss Susie. She'll have something fun for the kids to do.
The Lenape Trails at the Anselma Mill are open to the public from dawn to dusk. The Mill's address is 1730 Conestoga Road,
Chester Springs.
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Women's Writing Circle
Saturday, June 11
10AM-12:30PM
Join a supportive group of women writers. Read your work aloud or come to listen. All genres welcome! Beginners to experienced. Join our group share your voice and desire to write.
No registration
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Mosaics 101 for Adults
Friday, June 17 & 24
1:30PM-3PM
2-part introduction to making mosaics. Outside, weather permitting. Please plan to attend both classes. If class is full please register and you will be placed on the waiting list.
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Mahjong for Adults
Tuesday, May 24
Tuesday, June 14 & 28
10:15AM-12:15PM
New players are welcome. Bring your tiles if you have a set.
No registration
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Book Discussion
Fri, June 17
2PM
We'll be discussing This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger. Pick-up a copy at the desk. Can't make it in-person? No problem. Let us know and we will give you options. No registration.
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SUMMER IN THE PARK
Made possible by
West Pikeland Township Parks and Recreation Committee
and Chester Springs Library
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The Wizard of Color Puppet Show
Wed, June 15
10:30AM
After a long grey winter, Wizard uses magic to make the world colorful.
Goodbye grey, hello blue, yellow and red.
Held at Pine Creek Park
1488 Yellow Springs Road, Chester Springs
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African Drum Circles
Wed, June 22
10:30AM
Learn about a variety of West African hand drums through interactive activities, including the djembe, talking drum, and more!
Held at Pine Creek Park
1488 Yellow Springs Road, Chester Springs
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Housel Fun & Fitness Show
Wed, June 29
10:30AM
Join in an interactive fitness show. Light activities and dancing to inspire everyone to follow a healthy and happy lifestyle.
Held at Anselma Mill
1730 Conestoga Rd, Chester Springs
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NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED - PLENTY OF PARKING - PLAYGROUND @ PINE CREEK
(In the event of bad weather, check our website banner or Facebook page)
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THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS ARE IN-PERSON AT THE LIBRARY |
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All Ages Story Times
Monday and Friday 10:30AM
No story time June 6, 10 & 17
Outside, weather permitting. Bring a blanket and/or lawn chairs. Stories, songs, activities and a simple craft.
No registration
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Story Time
24 Months and Under
Tuesday, June 21
10:30AM
All the same great stuff we do at regular story times, intended for a younger group. Play time at the end. No craft. Indoors.
No registration
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Play Dough Mornings Thursday, June 2
Thursday, June 9
10:30AM-11:30AM
Playdough mornings in the library. Join us for squishy fun with friends.
Great for ages 6 and under.
No registration required
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Family Yoga
Thursday, June 16 & 30
10AM
Summer yoga on the library's lawn.
Movement, breath work, mindfulness, and group connection for school age students and their adults. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. No Registration
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Stop Motion Sea Eggs
Monday, June 13
1:30PM-3PM
A simple intro to stop motion video. Dye and decorate your eggs then make a stop motion video with them. You may use the library's iPads or download the PAAS Stop Motion App on a smart phone ahead of time.
Registration required
Participants must bring six (6) hard-boiled, white eggs
For school age students
Adults may assist their children
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Make You Own Summer Reading T-Shirt
Tuesday, June 14
1:30PM-3:30PM
Drop in to use stamps and acrylic paint to design your own t-shirt. This is a slightly messy activity, so dress accordingly. Bring your own t-shirt. Light colored shirts suggested.
All ages. Adults must help their children.
No registration
While paint supply last
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Beach Scene Cupcakes
Wed, June 15
1:30-2:15PM
Surf's up for a super fun and yummy beach party at Miss Susie's Cafe. Create your perfect beach scene on a delicious cupcake. The library will provide cupcakes and all decorations. Recommended for school age children.
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MakinMusic
Friday, June 17
10:30AM
Outside on the library lawn. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Inside if raining. Shake your sillies out, sing, and dance with friends this morning.
Recommended for children six and younger
No registration
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Summer TEEN and ADULT Crochet
Thursdays @ 1:30PM June 16, 23, 30
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Join the fun. Bring medium weight yarn and the hook recommended on the yarn's label. Beginners to experienced welcome.
No registration
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Whatever Floats Your Boat
Monday, June 20
1:30-2:30PM
Learn why things float and test your knowledge by racing a boat made you make!
For school age students
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Lego Club
Tuesday, June 21
1:30-3PM
Drop-in for free-play and building with Legos!
For school age children. Not recommended for preschool or younger.
No registration
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Exploration Stations
Wednesday, June 22
1:30-3PM
Drop in and work with Legos, KEVA Planks, and Dash robots for a fun-filled STEM afternoon!
For School Age Students
No Registration
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Dinos! Dinos! Dinos!
Monday, June 27
2PM-3PM
Explore fossils, Paleontologist tools, and learn about dinosaurs. Join us outside for Delaware Musuem of Nature and Science and their Mobile Museum!
Registration required. For students in grades K-5
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All-day Juggling Workshop
Thursday, June 23
10:30AM - 3PM
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Come to Miss Susie's Juggling Workshop and you'll have a fun-filled day of learning how to juggle.
End the day with a performance for your parents to show off your newfound superpower! The library will provide a pizza lunch.
Registration required. For students entering grades 3 to 6
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Go Fish! Tournament
Tuesday, June 28
1:30PM-2:30PM
Play Go Fish tourney style. We'll use the single elimination method to find the winner. Winners at every level!
Registration required
For school age students
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Watercolor Coral Reef
Wednesday, June 29
1:30PM-2:15PM
Create your own coral reef! We'll be using different watercolor techniques to create an underwater coral reef!
Registration Required
For school age children
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GREAT NEW TITLES BROUGHT TO YOU BY CHESTER SPRINGS LIBRARY |
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All you need is the Flipster app and your library card to access 179 magazines !!!
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Chester Springs Library is a member of the Chester County Library System |
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