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.
Featured Artist
Artists of the Month: Members of the Indian Valley Photography Club
Artwork from the Indian Valley Photography Club will be on display in the library through the end of November.
Regular monthly meetings are held the first and third Tuesday of every month. Guests are always welcome to attend.
New Technology Help!
Sip & Swipe Cafe
Mondays, November 27, December 4, 11 &18
Join us for 4 one-hour sessions to explore tablets. With step-by-step instructions on every page, the Generations on Line ® interactive tutorial guides beginners with little or no online experience through the basic swiping, tapping, and voice recognition techniques required for interacting with a tablet/smartphone.
Once these skills are mastered, seniors are led onto the Internet, taught how to search, use video calling/texting/email, download and use apps, use the camera, and even YouTube. The coach guides and encourages the learner as required, but much of the learning is self-paced. Don’t have a tablet? You can borrow one from IVPL.
Only register if you can attend all four sessions
Registration opens through our calendar on Monday, November 6 at 9 AM.
Foundation of Friends
Wine Tasting
It's almost here! You are invited to our annual wine tasting fundraiser, Eat. Drink. READ! The wine tasting will be held in the library on Saturday, November 11th, 2023 from 7 – 10 p.m.
There is a vocal minority in our communities calling for a cut to the Library's funding.
Click here to read more and to sign the petition to help secure full funding for the Indian Valley Public Library.
2022-2023 Annual Appeal
Gene is a staple here at the library. He has been a volunteer for over 20 years and a patron even longer. In this video, you can hear a bit of his story.
More videos highlighting IVPL's activities, clubs, and other resources can be found 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.
Do you have new or gently used Pokemon cards that need a new home? Consider donating them to the library. The Youth Services Department is planning to start an after school Pokemon Meet-up Club and needs cards to expand this program.
Bring your donations to the Children's Room. Email youthservices@ivpl.org with questions.
All Ages Events
Visitivpl.org for more information about our current and future programs. Caregivers of children ages 9 and under must remain in the room during the program and caregivers of children ages 10-12 must remain in the library during the program.
Fall Into Reading
September 11 to November 30
Young people ages 18 and under are invited to participate in our self-paced Seasonal Reading Challenges.
Participate online, or use paper logs to earn prizes.
Stories, songs, and movement activities before bedtime for children of all ages. Pajamas welcome (not required).
Family Art Exploration (Ages 3-8)
Monday, November 20 at 4 PM
Stop by the library for some hands-on art exploration. Together, we will share a story and a mindfulness moment. Then, everyone (adults included) will be invited to create art based on a theme using the supplies provided. Most appropriate for ages 3-8 but all ages are welcome.
Pelicula: Super Mario Bros. La Pelicula
Monday, November 27 -- 6 PM
Community Room W
Ver una película en español con subtítulos en inglés.
Sinopsis:
Mientras trabajan en una avería subterránea, los fontaneros de Brooklyn Mario y su hermano Luigi viajan por una misteriosa tubería hasta un nuevo mundo mágico. Pero cuando los hermanos se separan, Mario emprende una épica misión para encontrar a Luigi.
Con la ayuda del champiñón local Toad y unas cuantas nociones de combate de la guerrera líder del Reino Champiñón, la princesa Peach, Mario descubre todo el poder que alberga en su interior.
PG - 92 minutos
School's Out Movie: Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron
Tuesday, November 7 at 2 pm
Community Room
In the late 19th century, a feisty stallion named Spirit is held captive by a cruel colonel. But Spirit manages to escape, and he befriends a Native American youth and a mare named Rain, and they set out to return to their rightful places in the West.
Rating: G
Runtime: 85 minutes
School's Out Movie: Super Mario Bros: The Movie
Tuesday, November 21 at 2 pm
Community Room
Based on the Super Mario video games, the animated film follows Mario on his adventures with his friends. Mario joins forces with Princess Peach and Toad. The trio is in search of Mario's brother Luigi. Together, they hope to defeat the evil Bowser and save the Mushroom Kingdom from his destructive schemes.
Rating: PG
Runtime: 92 minutes
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Pick up: Friday 12/15, 12 PM - 5 PM
Drop off: Saturday 12/16, 10 AM - 1 PM OR Sunday 12/17, 1 PM - 5 PM
Children are invited to drop off a stuffed toy for a “sleepover” at the library. Pick them up over the weekend and see pictures of the fun they had - and maybe some mischief, too!
Dice Rollers
Sunday November 5 & 19 at 1 PM
Pennsylvania Room
Gather to play Dungeons & Dragons and other tabletop role playing games. Best for Grades 7-12.
IVPL 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.
*If you are experiencing COVID symptoms or have been recently exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID, please stay home.
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.
We will not meet on Wednesday, November 22.
Beginner’s Chess Tournament
Saturday, November 11 at 11 AM
Community Room
Beginning Chess Players of all ages are invited to join us for Indian Valley Public Library's first Beginning Chess Tournament. The event will begin at 11 AM. Registration is required for all competitors. Registration link.
Youth Events
Preschool programs do not require registration unless otherwise indicated. You can register for them if you would like to receive reminder emails. Just click on this Calendar Link.
Babies Boogie Storytime
(Ages birth-24 months)
Mondays, November 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 9:15 AM
Wednesdays, November 8,15, 22 & 29 at
10:15 AM
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.
Teddy Bear Storytime (2 year olds)
Wednesdays, November 8, 15, 21 & 29
at 9:30 AM
Stories, songs, and movement activities for 2-year-old children. Bring a stuffed toy or use one of ours. Siblings welcome.
Music and Motion Storytime (Ages 3-5)
Wednesdays, November 8, 15, 22, 29 at 11 AM
Stories, songs, and movement activities for children ages 3-5. Siblings welcome.
Wee Build (Ages 1-5)
Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 AM
Stop into the Children’s Room for some free play with preschool-friendly building toys. No registration required.
Lunch Bunch Storytime (All ages)
Thursdays, November 9, 16, 30 at 12 PM
Community Room
Join us for a casual storytime for children of all ages. Feel free to bring a snack or a lunch, though this is not required.
Lego Club (Grades K-5)
Tuesday, November 21 at 5 PM
Monday, November 27 at 4 PM
Community Room
Drop into the library for some free build time with your friends. Each week, we will have a project that we will work on as a group. You can add pieces to this build and/or create a project of your own. No registration required. For safety reasons, preschoolers MUST be accompanied by an adult.
Tinkering Club (Ages 5-10)
Monday, November 13 at 4 PM
Stop by the library to complete our tinkering challenge using the materials provided. Most appropriate elementary school but all ages welcome.
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.
Junior Engineers (Ages 5-10)
Tuesday, November 14 at 5 PM
During this program, you will be invited to work in a small group to solve an engineering challenge with provided materials.
Tween Graphic Novel Book Club
(Ages 9-12)*
3rd Tuesday of each month at 4 PM
In the Community Room or on Zoom
Read the graphic novel (available for free on Hoopla) and join us in person or online for a discussion. Registration is required.
Ruff, Ruff and Read (Ages 5 and up)
Saturday, November 25
10 minute time slots between 10:30 and 11:30 AM
Registration is required and opens 2 weeks before the program
Independent readers are invited to come and read to a therapy dog. Register in advance to get a guaranteed time slot. Depending on volunteer and dog availability, a small number of walk-in spaces may also be available.
Pokémon Meet-up Club (Ages 5-10)
Mondays, November 6 and December 4
Community Room
Stop by the library to meet up with other Pokémon fans to trade cards, talk about the game and the show, play the card game, and complete a craft or other activity. The library has a small number of cards available to trade but participants are encouraged to bring their own decks. (The Library is not responsible for lost or damaged cards). No registration required. Have Pokémon cards you no longer need? Consider donating them to the library.
STEAM Saturday: HummingBird Kit and Animated Video Game Characters (Ages 10 and up)
Saturday, November 18, 10:30 AM to 1 PM
Community Room
Using Hummingbird kits for coding offers an engaging and hands-on experience, enabling learners to integrate robotics and electronics into their programming projects, fostering both technical and creative skills.
This program was made possible by a PA Smart Grant administered by VGC USA. Caregivers of children ages 10-12 must remain in the library during the program. Registration is required and starts two weeks before the program.
Join us in IVPL's Community Room for live-streamed presentations. During these presenter is virtual and people can view the program at IVPL. No registration is required.
A Journey Through the Life of Helen Keller by the Helen Keller Foundation
Wednesday, November 22 at 1 PM
Explore the life of Helen Keller with her great grand niece.
Tween & Teen Events
Tween Graphic Novel Book Club
Tuesday, November 21 — 4:00—4:30 PM
Community Room & Zoom
Join a librarian on Zoom or in person* to discuss a graphic novel. Ages 9-12.
Each month's graphic novel will be available on Hoopla.
VolunTeen Club
Wednesday, November 8 at 6 PM
Join us to complete projects and activities to support local and nationwide charities and organizations. For young people ages 13 and up. Registration is required. Registration link.
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
Evening Yoga at the Library
Wednesdays 11/1 & 11/8 (no class 11/15), Thursday, 11/16 — 6:00—7:00 PM
Community Room
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
Morning Tai Chi Gung Classes
Fridays at 10:30 AM
Friday Six Week Series (Oct 6, 27, Nov 3, 10, Dec 1, 8)
These Tai Chi Gung classes increase positive energy & stamina, enhance focus & concentrate, support better range of motion, improve sleep, and create deeper prayers & meditation. These classes are great for beginners!
Classes are taught by Nathanael Butler, Certified Instructor and held in-person in the Community Room.
For registration, payment and more information for 11/3 class, click here
For registration, payment and more information for 11/10 class, click here
Forgotten Voices Poetry Group
Saturday, November 4 — 1:00—3:00 PM
Lewis McLean Reading Room
Poets 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.
Guest Poet:Dr. Juanita Kirton earned MFA from Goddard College (2015) in Creative Writing & Poetry and was the recipient of the Goddard College Spirit Scholarship. Juanita is published in several anthologies including, AVOW (American Veteran Association for Women Magazine), A Journal of Hope and Healing, Caribbean Writer, Chester H. Jones Literary Journal, Clevergirl, Exit 13 Magazine, and Dream Quest.
Juanita’s poetry manuscript titled Letters to my Father, was accepted for publication by Finishing Line Press, 2020. Her poem Fall Skates won second prize in the Dream Quest One Writing Contest, 2020. She is the recipient of the Baker Veterans Writing Scholarship, 2018 to attend the Longleaf Writers Conference in Seaside Florida. She won the Sisters in Script self-publishing grant, 1999 and her Peace Haiku was selected for Peace Mural in Philadelphia.
Juanita is a member of Women Who Write, Inc., International Women’s Writing Guild and Women Reading Aloud workshop series.Dr. Kirton served fourteen years in US Army and enjoys touring the US on her motorcycle. She lives in North East PA with her spouse.
Juanita's visit will include readings of her award-winning poetry, a lively discussion on the writing life, and a brief writing exercise* with Q&A.
When: First Saturday of every month
Open Mic Night
Tuesday, November 14— 6:30—8:00 PM
Lewis McLean Reading Room
Join us as a performer or an audience member for a night of local music, poetry, storytelling, and more! All performers will have a five minute slot to showcase their unique talents.
Sign-up begins at 6:00 PM.
Refreshments provided.
This program is for adults, seniors, and young adults ages 13+. Please keep a family-friendly environment in mind when selecting material to share.
Join us as we welcome local author Jim Kerr, who discusses his debut novel, A Long Walk Home, an inspirational tale about the power of faith and resilience in getting through the tough patches of life. His book explores his journey of job loss, cancer, divorce, and severe depression, and how these experiences spurred him to reexamine his life and courageously pursue his long held dream of being an author. In 2021, he left his corporate career to pursue that dream, and haven't looked back. Jim is a native of Montgomery and Bucks counties and currently live in Harleysville.
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The presentation will be held in the Community Room. Click hereto register.
From Napoleon to Netanyahu: An Introduction and Overview of the Road to the Israel-Hamas War of 2023
Saturday, November 18, 2-3:30 PM
In-Person Program
Examine and discuss the historical forces and dynamics that created the contemporary Middle East and the intractable Israeli-Arab/Palestinian conflict, with the Israeli-Hamas War its latest manifestation.
Presented by Montgomery County Community College Professor Emeritus of History and Political Science Dr. Thomas Kolsky.
Follows the journey of four best friends as they take their book club to Italy for the fun girls trip they never had. Stars Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen, Mary Steenburgen.
Rated PG-13.
Farewell...is the End -- The Final Dying Words of Military Leaders in History
Thursday, November 30 at 7:00 PM
In-person program
Join military historian, lecturer, and tour guide Michael Jesberger for a presentation on the final words, emotions and thoughts attributed to military leaders and soldiers throughout history.
A roundtable discussion of classic education texts, both ancient and modern, to explore different educational ideas. We will read texts ahead of class from authors such as Plato, Aristotle, Barr, and Holt and come prepared to openly discuss the learning principles put forward by each author.
We will meet monthly to discuss a different text, so registration will be needed to sign up for each class separately. Once registered, PDFs of the text that you will need to read ahead of time will be emailed to you.
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.
Quizzo
Thursday, December 28 at 7:00 PM
No Quizzo in November, but we'll return in December!
Join Quizmaster Katie for a monthly game of Quizzo. Register your team or a single (we will place you on a team).
Registration opens Thursday, November 30 at
9:00 AM.
Sleeping Mat Project with Integrate for Good
Thursdays, November 2, 9, 16, & 30 — 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
Tech Help
Tuesdays, November 21 & 28— 11:00—11:45 AM or 12:00—12:45
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.
Bridge Group
Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 21 & 28 — 9:00 AM—12:00PM
Lewis McLean Reading Room
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, November 7, 14, 17, 21 & 28 —10:00AM—1:00PM
Friday, November 3, 10 & 17 — 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, November 7, 14, 21 & 28 —2:30—4:30 PM
Study Room 1
Sit, stitch, and chat! Bring a project you are working on, then sit back and relax with others who share the same interest in knitting.
Board Game Night for Adults
Tuesday, November 14 — 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
Le Cercle Francais
Thursday, November 9 — 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.
Writers Workshop
Sunday, November 19 — 2:00—4:00 PM
Community Room
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
Photography Club
Tuesday, November 7 (virtual) and
Tuesday, November 21 (in-person or virtual)
6:45—8:45 PM
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.
Regular monthly Indian Valley Photography Club meetings are held on the first (in-person and Zoom) and third Tuesday (Zoom) 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.
Stammtisch German Language Group
Tuesday, November 28 — 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.
