Stop in the first Friday of every month to meet with representatives from Senator Collett's and Congressman Fitzpatrick's offices. Representatives are available to help constituents with state and federal services.
Foundation of Friends
On April 26th the Foundation of Friends held its first donor appreciation event in honor of our top donors. Donors gathered for a lovely evening at the Rising Sun Innwhere they were thanked for their dedication and support to the library and the FOF. Their support plays an integral role in the library's financial stability.
Gifts to the FOF have made it possible to provide the library with the following resources:
One of the things that amazes me about IVPL is the depth of our programming and resources. Before I started working here, I knew libraries had hundreds of movies and CDs to offer their patrons, which in of itself is an awesome thing.
What I didn't know was that we offer a wide variety of lectures and clubs, internet hotspots, and more. You can even get your taxes done here!
Your support makes these things possible. Donationsto the library help cover our operating expenses.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you wish to speak about supporting the library.
*You may need toget an eCardto access some eResources through Power Library.
Featured Online Resource
Change in Hoopla for Bucks County Patrons
Due to the large increase in Hoopla downloads and the resulting increase in cost to the library, we have made the decision to limit the use of hoopla to Montgomery County patrons only. Starting June 1, Bucks County patrons will no longer have access to Indian Valley’s hoopla collection.
BEE a Part of Your Community - Summer Learning Challenge invites children, teens, and adults to learn, grow, and have fun over the summer by reading and completing a variety of activities. You can complete activities online using Beanstack or track your progress with a paper version of our digital challenges. Visitivpl.orgfor more information about our current and future programs.
IVPL's Planeswalker Club
Thursdays — 5:00—8:00 PM
Lewis McLean Reading Room
New and experienced players of Magic: The Gathering are welcome. Learn how to create decks or test decks you've already curated. If you are brand new to the game, join us to learn how to play MTG.
All ages are welcome; however, adult supervision is required for players under 13.
Chess for Beginners
Wednesdays at 6:30 PM
Lewis McLean Reading Room
Learn how to play chess and hone your skills!
All ages are welcome; however, adult supervision is required for players under 13.
Youth Events
First Chapter Book Club (Grades 4-6)
Monday, Monday 1st — 4:15—5:00 PM
Community Room
Join us each month to experience an exciting and new (to you) book. We will read the first chapter aloud and explore the book further through writing, drawing, creating and discussion. Paperback copies of the book will be provided so you can continue the reading journey after you leave. Registration is required. If you are attending virtually, we will reach out to you about picking up a copy of the book. This program was sponsored by the Foundation of Friends.
The Indian Valley Public Library strives to make our youth programs accessible for all. If you or your child needs accommodations or extra support, please let us know in person or by emailing youthservices@ivpl.org. Register here.
Stop into the Children’s Room for some free play with preschool-friendly building toys. No registration required.
The Indian Valley Public Library strives to make our youth programs accessible for all. If you or your child needs accommodations or extra support, please let us know in person or by emailing youthservices@ivpl.org.
Pajama Storytime (All ages)
Tuesday, May 2nd, 16th, & 30th — 7:00—7:30 PM
Storyhour Room
Join us for a storytime for children of all ages before bedtime. Pajamas are welcome but not required!
FREE! No registration is required. You can sign up for optional reminder emails through ouronline calendar.
Babies Boogie Storytime (Ages birth-24 months)
Wednesday, May 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st — 10:15—10:45 AM
Community Room
Families with children ages birth to 24 months are invited to join us for a brief storytime for our youngest friends, followed by time to play and socialize. Siblings welcome.
FREE! No registration is required. You can sign up for optional reminder emails through ouronline calendar.
Lunch Bunch Storytime (All ages)
Thursday, May 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th — 12:00—12:30 PM
Outside
Join us for a casual outdoor storytime for children of all ages. Feel free to bring a snack or a lunch, though this is not required. We will meet at the pavilion outside. This program may be moved inside due to weather.
FREE! No registration is required. You can sign up for optional reminder emails through our online calendar.
Tinkering Club (Grades K-3)
Monday, Monday May 8th — 4:15—5:00 PM
Community Room
Put on your inventor’s cap and join us at the library for some tinkering fun. Each month, we will present you with an open ended problem for you to solve using creativity, imagination and a variety of materials. No registration required.
The Indian Valley Public Library strives to make our youth programs accessible for all. If you or your child needs accommodations or extra supports, please let us know in person or by emailing youthservices@ivpl.org.
This program uses elements from Indian Valley Public Library’s Tinkering Kit. The kit was funded by a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services as administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Office of Commonwealth Libraries.
Stop by the library to explore the topic of computer programming without using the computer! During this program, we will create a paper emotion robot and program it to express emotions. No previous programming knowledge necessary.
The Indian Valley Public Library strives to make our youth programs accessible for all. If you or your child needs accommodations or extra supports, please let us know in person or by emailing youthservices@ivpl.org.
Stop by the library to complete our monthly challenge or just have some free building time. No registration required. For safety reasons, preschoolers MUST be accompanied by an adult.
The Indian Valley Public Library strives to make our youth programs accessible for all. If you or your child needs accommodations or extra supports, please let us know in person or by emailing youthservices@ivpl.org.
Teens are invited to join Ms. Nicole as she reads the first page of different books on the IVPL Youth Service'sYouTubechannel. If your interest is piqued, you can check out the title from IVPL.
Become a VoluTeen!
Students ages 13 to 18 are invited to join us for various volunteer activities. If none of the activities below is a right fit, contactNicolewith an idea for an alternative volunteer project.
Visit theVoluTeen page to learn more about flexible volunteer opportunities.
VolunTeen
Wednesday, May 10th 6:00—7:30 PM
Community Room
Join us to complete projects and activities to support local and nationwide charities and organizations. For young people ages 13 and up.
Yu'er and her grandpa live in a small neighborhood in Beijing-and it's full of big personalities. There's a story around every corner, and each day has a hint of magic.
*The library is following current CDC guidelines regarding masks. Please check here for guidelines before attending in-person programs. If you are experiencing COVID symptoms or have been recently exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID, please stay home.
Homeschool Science Fair
Tuesday May 23rd — 12:00—3:00 PM
Community Room
Homeschoolers can display and present their science fair experiments to judges on Tuesday, May 23 from 12 pm to 3 pm. Prizes will be awarded. Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a response within 5 business days. Your project will given one of three statuses: accepted, pending (clarification/modification required), or rejected.
Do you like puzzles? Clickhereto solve this month's book cover puzzle.
Did you miss a puzzle? Visit this pageto solve past puzzles.
Visit the Virtual Teen Reading Loungeon the Teen's Page. The room is updated at the beginning of each month.
Don't forget to follow IVPL Teens Instagram -@ivpl_teens- for more updates and great content!
Adult Events
Herbs - Culinary, Medicinal and Olfactory Delights
Monday, May 1st — 7:00—8:00 PM
Community Room
Join us to listen to a Penn State Master Gardener's talk about herbs and learn about the common, and not so common, uses of herbs. Topics covered will be planting, harvesting and techniques to get the best from your plants. Questions about your garden and personal planting situations will follow.
Presenter: Leigh Kieser is a Penn State Master Gardener and Master Watershed Steward. She's worked with the State Cooperative Extension Offices on the east coast and in the mid-west in 2012. She also works with numerous education groups in teaching gardens, state fairs, library programs and school conferences.
**Celebrate the 10th year of Longwood Gardens Community Reads with a look at how food is a connector of people and how food connects to the world of plants and gardening. Attendees will enter a drawing for free admission passes to Longwood Gardens.**
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This program will be held in the Community Room at the library. Register here. Questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
Evening Yoga at the Library
Thursday, May 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th
Community Room
Evening Yoga in the Library
Dates: April 20 - May 25
Thursdays at 6:00 pm - $42 for the series or $10 for drop-in
These Vinyasa flow classes offer body strengthening postures and postures to encourage flexibility all through using breathing techniques. These flow classes are great for beginners!
Classes are taught by Brittany Seville, 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. Also certified Yoga and Trauma- informed Yoga and owner of Serene Asana.
Classes will be held in-person in the community room. Masks are strongly encouraged, but not required during the classes.
Payment methods accepted: Cash, Check, Venmo
To register, call/text (267) 221-5804 or go to Sereneasana.com
Peter Wentz Farmstead - The British Are Coming!
Saturday, May 6th & 7th — 10:00 AM—4:00 PM
Off-Site
Montgomery County Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites invites the public to attend upcoming events hosted at its historic sites in May and June. These events are family friendly and are low or no cost to attend, reservations are recommended.
Hear ye, hear ye! By order of His Majesty King George III you are hereby invited to visit the Peter Wentz Farmstead! During the winter of 1777 and into the spring of 1778, the Continental army was encamped at Valley Forge while British troops occupied Philadelphia. Both sides sent out patrols to gather intelligence and supplies. Sometimes British patrols extended fairly far into what is now Bucks and Montgomery County. Visit the Farmstead on May 6th and 7th to meet members of the Queens Rangers and British Light Infantry men to learn about those trying times for citizens and soldiers alike. All ages; free.
Peter Wentz Farmstead, 1030 Shearer Rd, Lansdale, PA 19446
***This event is not sponsored by IVPL***
Pottsgrove Manor - Annual Colonial May Fair
Saturday, May 6th — 11:00 AM—5:00 PM
Off-Site
Montgomery County Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites invites the public to attend upcoming events hosted at its historic sites in May and June. These events are family friendly and are low or no cost to attend, reservations are recommended.
Welcome the arrival of beautiful spring days with historic style at the annual Colonial Mayfair! Dancing around the Maypole with its rainbow ribbons opens the day to this family-favorite living history event. Discover rows of vendors and roaming interpreters with 18th-century reproduction and handmade items. Historic craft and trade demonstrations plus performances of traditional music, and laugh-out-loud colonial puppet shows, and the famed Benjamin Franklin’s science experiments will delight every member of the family.
Free visitor parking is available at Pottstown Memorial Park, located at 75 W King Street, with a complementary shuttle service to Pottsgrove Manor, 100 West King Street, Pottstown, PA 19464.
***This event is not sponsored by IVPL***
Forgotten Voices Poetry Group
Saturday, May 6th — 1:00—3:00 PM
Lewis McLean Reading Room
Poets and poetry lovers are invited to our meetings. Many of our members write poetry. We welcome all ages, abilities, and interests and enjoy listening to what each member shares. For more information, go to www.montcopoet.org or email the reference desk at refdesk@ivpl.org.
When: First Saturday of every month
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Where: IVPL Reading Room
Guest: Lynn Levin is a poet and writer. House Parties is her debut collection of short fiction. Levin’s previous books include the poetry collections The Minor Virtues and Miss Plastique, as well as Poems for the Writing: Prompts for Poets (as co-author) and a translation from the Spanish, Birds on the Kiswar Tree poems by Odi Gonzales. Her poems, short stories, essays, and translations appear widely. Lynn Levin was born in St. Louis, Missouri and lives in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. She teaches writing and literature at Drexel University. Her website is lynnlevinpoet.com.
The Art of Youthful Aging
Thursday May 11th — 7:00—7:45 PM
Virtual
Youthful aging is an attitude that defines a new belief system, supports positive emotions and motivates healthy behaviors. Aging is often seen as a downward spiral into a life marked by limitation rather than an as an opportunity for personal enrichment. Attitude determines outcome as we age. Replacing unhealthy thoughts and habits with healthy ones requires commitment, perseverance and dedication.
This webinar offers specific tips on lifestyle changes to ensure we age gracefully and peacefully while enhancing our emotional, mental and physical wellbeing. It is divided into two segments: lecture and question-and-answer period. Topics covered include understanding the nature of cognition, discarding negative expectations, looking beyond stereotypical outcomes, embracing change in all its forms, and living in lightness and hope rather than darkness and despair.
About the presenter: Motivational speaker Constance Hallinan Lagan lectures on personal development and life enrichment for numerous organizations nationwide and her byline appears in over 60 publications. She brings information, insight, humor and hope to her audiences when she presents a wide range of topics.
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This presentation will be held virtually via Zoom. Please enter your information here to receive the Zoom link. Questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
Edgar Allan Poe Museum Tour
Wednesday, May 17th — 3:00—4:00 PM
Virtual
Join us to explore the Edgar Allan Poe Museum. Dive deep into the life, literature, and legacy of Edgar Allan Poe through their collection objects (including ones not typically on display). This tour includes time for questions and answers from a Poe Museum staff member.
About the Presenter: Programs Coordinator, Emma Clark, has over half a decade of experience as a museum educator in Richmond, Virginia. Her goal at the Poe Museum is to illuminate Edgar Allan Poe's life, literature, and legacy for everyone, evermore.
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This presentation will be held via Zoom. To register and receive program link, click here. Any questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
Mental Health Mondays
Monday, May 22nd — 6:00—7:00 PM
Community Room
MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
Learn about:
What is mental health and why it's important
Tips and tools for supporting mental wellness
Ways you can help reduce stigma around mental illness
Free resources that are available
Throughout May, mental health books, information, and resources will be on display at Indian Valley Public Library.
Program Manger, Wellspring Clubhouse, St. Luke's Penn Foundation
**Sponsored by St. Luke's University Health Network and Penn Foundation Behavioral Health Services**
Where Have All The Females Gone? Losing Half Of Our Ancestors
Saturday, May 27th —11:00 AM—12:30 PM
Community Room
Why can't genealogists easily find female ancestors? We will discuss some of the reasons, and also look at some of the strategies for locating them in historical records.
Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight (PA MEDI) offers free Medicare counseling to older Pennsylvanians. PA MEDI Counselors are specially trained to answer your questions and provide you with objective, easy-to-understand information about Medicare, Medicare Supplemental Insurance, Medicaid, and Long-Term Care Insurance.
PA MEDI Counselors do not sell Medicare products but rather offer current, unbiased Medicare education to help you make the most informed choice about the Medicare options available to you. Register here.
Tech Help
Tuesday, May 2nd, 16th, & 30th —11:00—11:45 AM
Do you need help with your e-reader, tablet, or laptop? Sign up for one-on-one help with a librarian. Come with your questions and we will work together to find the answers. Registration is required.
We are able to help with…
eBooks/eReaders
Basic device overview (how to text, how to take pictures, change settings, etc.)
Basic app/software overview
Video conferencing software such as Zoom and Skype
General internet/research instruction
Creating a new email account, email basics
Password resets
Privacy settings on social media and beyond
We cannot help with…
Hardware issues
Removing viruses
Installing non-library apps or software
Keyboarding, typing, or proofreading documents
Entering sensitive information for you (e.g. credit card information, social security number, online banking, etc.)
The library is not liable for any damage to patron equipment that may occur during a help session. Registration for the event assumes acceptance of both this disclaimer and IVPL's internet usage policy.
Board Game Night for Adults
Tuesday, May 9th — 6:30—7:45 PM
Community Room
Are you game? Come and play with us!
Each session, we play two or three simple games (Rummikube, Mexican Train Dominoes, Five Crowns, Bananagrams, etc.*) more to learn and have fun than to win!
Bring along your favorite game for us to try!
Who: Adults who enjoy learning new games.
When: Second Tuesday of the month-6:30-7:45PM
Where: Community Room of Indian Valley Public Library
Questions: Contact Bev Griffith, (215) 260-6361 or the IVPL Reference Desk (215) 723-9109, ext.3
*Cranium, Apples to Apples, Quiddler, Kings in the Corners and others
Quizzo
Wednesday, May 17th — 7:00—8:45 PM
Community Room
In-person Quizzo returns! Hosted by Quizmaster Katie. Come as a team or join a team. BYOB and snacks.
The IVPL Writer's Group is a group of aspiring authors who meet monthly to critique each other's work, discuss the craft of writing, and encourage one another’s efforts in putting pen to paper
Virtual - The Inky Sea: Tattoos and the Navy
Wednesday, May 24th — 7:00—8:00 PM
Zoom
Naval history is rich in the culture and tradition of tattoos. Tattoos have been a part of the Navy for centuries and each one tells a story. Sailors get them for different reasons, at different places on their bodies, and done in different styles. In this presentation, we will discuss the ways in which tattoos and Navy culture intertwine, how they are part of Navy traditions, and view the many styles of Navy tattoos.
Presented by Tricia Menke, the Curator of Education of the National Museum of the American Sailor
This presentation will be held virtually on Zoom. The Zoom link for the presentation will be sent 24 hours and 30 minutes before the program in the event reminder emails.
Movie Matinee: A Man Called Otto
Tuesday, May 30th — 2:00—4:15 PM
Community Room
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the library while watching a film on our big screen. For the titles of the upcoming movies, visit the Reference Desk or call the library at 215-723-9109, ext 3.
A Man Called Otto
Otto is a grump who's given up on life following the loss of his wife and wants to end it all. When a young family moves in nearby, he meets his match in quick-witted Marisol, leading to a friendship that will turn his world around.
PG-13
2h 6m
Sleeping Mat Project with Integrate for Good
Thursday, May 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th — from 10—11:30 AM
Helping the Homeless, While Recycling!
Did you know recycled grocery bags can create colorful, woven mats for homeless individuals in our community? Through a partnership with Integrate for Good and Angels in Motion, the Indian Valley Public Library is joining the project. Each week community members will join to learn different parts of the project including cutting bags, making loops, making "plarn" (plastic yarn), and weaving the mats on a loom.
Anyone is welcome to join us!
Contact Nicole Husbands at nhusbands@ivpl.org for information or with questions.
Photography Club
Tuesday, May 2nd — 6:45—8:45 PM
(Virtual)
Tuesday, May 16th — 6:45—8:45 PM
(In-person and virtual)
The Indian Valley Photography Club consists of advanced amateurs and those just beginning their journey into photography. Our members photograph a wide range of subjects including nature, landscape. macro, portraiture, sports, travel and much more.
Our mission is to encourage knowledge, skills and enjoyment of photography through monthly meetings, workshops, lectures and demonstrations encompassing all phases of photography. The Indian Valley Photography Club consists of advanced amateurs and those just beginning their journey into photography.
Regular monthly Indian Valley Photography Club meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
Guests are always welcome to attend. There are no fees to join. Please contact Indianvalleyphotography@gmail.com with questions and to receive the Zoom link.
Bridge is played with four people sitting at a card table using a standard deck of 52 cards (no jokers). The players across from each other form partnerships as North‑South and East‑West.
Chess Club
Tuesdays, May 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th —10:00AM—1:00PM
Fridays, May 5th 12th, 19th, & 26th — 10:00 AM—1:00PM
Lewis McLean Reading Room
Skilled chess players are welcome to bring their sets, find a partner and play during these drop-in chess sessions.
Knitwits
Tuesdays, May 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd,, & 30th —2:30-4:30PM
Study Room 1
Bring a project you are working on, then sit back and relax with others who share the same interest in knitting.
Knitters and crocheters welcome.
Le Cercle Francais
Thursday, May 11th & 25th — 7:00— 8:30 PM
Study Room 1
Parlez-vous francais? Want to improve your French language skills? Join our French language group. All levels of proficiency are welcome. We are hybrid--in person or Zoom. For more information, email the Reference Desk at refdesk@ivpl.org.
No Registration Required.
Stammtisch German Language Group
Tuesday, May 30th— 6:00-7:45 PM
Pennsylvania Room
Sprechen Sie Deutsch? If you speak (any level of) German and would like to practice conversation, feel free to join this group. Topics of conversation vary as does the level of fluency and we support each other in improving our ability to communicate. For more information, email the Reference Desk at refdesk@ivpl.org.
Go to ouronline calendar to see our planned events along with more information.
