***The library will be closed for the 4th of July holiday. ***
Used Book Sales
All sales run 9:00am - 9:00pm
Thursday, July 14th
Thursday, July 28th
Masks are no longer required in indoor public settings for individuals who are healthy and who are not caring for someone who is at higher risk for severe COVID-19.
IVPL Video
Instead of telling you about all the great things to do at the Indian Valley Public Library, we want to show you. Watch this awesome video by clicking here or on the picture above.
Joni L. Peters is a fine artist who resides in Pottstown, PA. She works with a variety of media- oil, pastel, acrylic, and watercolor, to name a few. She has participated in many groups and solo shows and is always open to commissioned pieces.
Museum Passes
IVPL offers museum passes that provide free admission to local museums and historic sites. Click here toreserve your pass.
Starting in August, you will no longer be able to use a cell phone number to log in to Libby to check out eBooks and audiobooks. If you previously used a cell phone number as your login, you will need to create an account with a library card number instead. If you need to register for a card, please contact the Circulation Desk at 215-723-9109, ext. 2 for more information. If you have reading lists or holds associated with your cell phone account, please contact the Reference Desk at 215-723-9109, ext. 3 or refdesk@ivpl.org so that we can merge your accounts.
Featured Online Resource
Hoopla is a web and mobile library media streaming platform for audio books, comics, e-books, movies, music, and TV. Patrons of a library that supports Hoopla have access to its collection of digital media.
Yes, you have heard correctly. The rumors are true. Indian Valley Public Library's Dinner in Whitereturns this August! Join us for an evening of dining and dancing - all for the benefit of the Indian Valley Public Library. Don't forget toreserve your tickets now!
If you are looking for something fun and unique to do with your friends this summer that also happens to support the Foundation of Friends, you are in luck.
Dress up in your fancy or casual whites, show your creativity with an elegant and whimsical table spread, dine al fresco while catching up with community members, bid on raffle items and 50/50 chances, enter to win awards for “Best....” prizes, and dance the night away.
Indian Valley Public Library wants to hear from you! We are looking toward the next five years and want to hear your aspirations for our community.
This community meeting will directly impact the new Indian Valley Public Library’s strategic plan. Share what you would like to see, read, hear, and attend at IVPL.
Join us on July 7 for an interactive evening and a chance to contribute to this transformative process.
Donationsmade to IVPL directly support the library. Resources and tools for our staff and patrons, fees for speakers and programming, and upkeep and improvements to our facilities all come from your support. If you haven't already done so this year, please considermaking a donation to IVPL today. Every gift counts – no matter the amount! Help IVPL continue to serve as a pillar in the community both now and into the future.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. I am happy to help.
Do you need help with your e-reader, tablet, or laptop? Sign up for one-on-one help with a librarian.
Please note: The tech help person only knows the basics of Apple products.
Please read the safety guidelines below:
*If you are experiencing COVID symptoms or have been recently exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID, please stay home.Register for a timeslot here.
Thursdays, July 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th — 5:00-8:00 PM
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
Tuesdays, July 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th — 6:30-7:30 PM
Reading Room
Learn how to play chess and hone your skills!
All ages are welcome; however, adult supervision is required for players under 13.
Please read the safety guidelines below:
The library follows CDC Guidelines regarding masking. It is recommended that you check current guidelines here before attending: https://bit.ly/CDCGuideMar22.
Youth Events
Summer Quest 2022 is here! There are two ways to participate: Online through Beanstack or by picking up a Reading Challenge Packet at the library. More details can be found here.
Chef Zak Makes Snacks: Beachy Bites (virtual)
Wednesday, July 6th — 10:00-11:00 AM
Facebook
Join Chef Zak and Mr. Robbie for our virtual cooking show for kids on Facebook Live and YouTube! Have fun while learning about some OCEAN-THEMED snacks that kids and grownups can make at home together. Watch when it airs or anytime afterwards.
This program is intended for families and kids of all ages. No registration or account required.
Keep an eye out for Chef Zak coming to the library IN-PERSON on August 10th! Check our calendar for details.
Winter in July Singalong Movie (Family Program)
Wednesday July 6th — 7:00-8:30 PM
Community Room
Come sing along with our favorite ice princess and her friends. Participants are welcome to dress in costume and bring a comfy pillow or blanket to sit on. This relaxed movie event will feature low light and freedom to move about the room in order to make it accessible for all of our friends.
Making Art with Water
Monday, July 11th — 7:00 PM
Monday, July 18 — 10 AM
Community Room
How can we use water to make art? Let's explore together by using different supplies and techniques. This program is open-ended, casual, and creative! Please dress in mess-friendly clothes.
Drop into the library anytime during the two-hour time slot for some building time with your friends. Complete our Ocean themed challenge of the week or build whatever you want. Please note: preschool-aged children MUST be accompanied by an adult.
The library follows CDC Guidelines regarding masking. It is recommended that you check current guidelines here before attending: https://bit.ly/CDCGuideMar22.
Ocean STEAM (Grades K-5)
Tuesday, July 12th — 2:00-3:00 PM
Saturday, July 16th— 2:00-3:00 PM
Community Room
During these afternoon programs for the whole family, we will share a story or two about an ocean related topic. Then, families are invited to work together to complete a STEAM project. The projects are targeted at elementary school aged children but younger siblings are welcome to attend.Registration is requiredand will start two weeks prior to the date of the program.
Sea Turtles & Marine Conservation (Virtual)
Wednesday, July 13th — 10:00-11:00 AM
Zoom
Join us on Zoom for a presentation about Sea Turtles by special guests from the Inwater Research Group. Find out more about Sea Turtles and how we can be a part of how to keep them safe. Designed for families with children in elementary school but open to all ages. Registration is required and we open two weeks before the program. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the program.
Ruff Ruff and Read (Ages 5+)
Saturday, July 16th —10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Community Room
Independent readers ages 5 & up are invited to read to a therapy dog. Sign up for a 10 minute time slot. All readers will receive a token for the book vending machine. Registration is required and begins 2 weeks before the date of the event. The library follows CDC Guidelines regarding masking. It is recommended that you check current guidelines here before attending: https://bit.ly/CDCGuideMar22.
Virtual Family Bingo (Family Program)
Wednesday, July 20th — 7:00-8:00 PM
Zoom
Join us on Zoom for a family night of Bingo. No prizes will be awarded but you can help us cheer on the winners. The Zoom link and bingo cards will be sent to you 24 hours before the event.
Exploring Music with Water
Monday, July 25 at 7 PM
Monday, August 1 at 10 AM
How can we make music with water? Let's experiment! We'll create slippery instruments, explore the science of sound, and sing some songs of the sea. Designed for preschoolers, but all ages welcome. Registration is required.
Family Movie Singalong: Christmas in July
Wednesday, July 27th — 2:00 PM
Community Room
Come sing some Christmas songs with our favorite animated mouse and his friends. Participants are welcome to bring a comfy pillow or blanket to sit on. This relaxed movie event will feature low light and freedom to move about the room in order to make it accessible for all of our friends.
Bring lunch and join us at the pavilion by the playground for a casual outdoor weekly storytime. Designed for preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. No registration is required. May be moved indoors to the library's Community Room due to extreme heat or rain.
On the 22nd, we'll also be joined by a special guest from the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy who will tell us all about watersheds and the big parts that plants and animals play! Learn more about the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy here.
Teens are invited to join Ms. Nicole as she reads the first page of different books on the IVPL Youth Service's YouTube channel. If your interest is piqued, you can check out the title from IVPL.
Tween Graphic Novel Book Club
Tuesday, July 26th — 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.
But going to school and making new friends while wearing a bulky hearing aid strapped to your chest? That requires superpowers! In this funny, poignant graphic novel memoir, author/illustrator Cece Bell chronicles her hearing loss at a young age and her subsequent experiences with the Phonic Ear, a very powerful-and very awkward-hearing aid.
The Phonic Ear gives Cece the ability to hear-sometimes things she shouldn't-but also isolates her from her classmates. She really just wants to fit in and find a true friend, someone who appreciates her as she is. After some trouble, she is finally able to harness the power of the Phonic Ear and become "El Deafo, Listener for All." And more importantly, declare a place for herself in the world and find the friend she's longed for.
*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.
Interactive Fiction Adventure Club
Tuesday, July 26th — 4:00-4:30 PM
Facebook
Join Nicole on Facebook or YouTubeas she reads different interactive fiction aka pick-a-path books. This program is intended for young people ages 9-12, but all are welcome to these adventures.
Write Away: Teen Guided Writing
Wednesday, July 27th — 4:00-4:15 PM
Virtual
Join Ms. Nicole for a quick video on YouTube as she gives you inspiration for your next story.
Do you like puzzles? Clickhere to solve this month's book cover puzzle.
Did you miss a puzzle? Visit this page to solve past puzzles.
Don't forget to follow IVPL Teens Instagram - @ivpl_teens- for more updates and great content!
Adult Events
OCEANS OF POSSIBILITIES
Adult Summer Reading Tic-Tac-Toe
1. Between June 20 and August 31, read or listen to three (3) books that fit into the categories of one line (vertically, horizontally or diagonally) for tic-tac-toe!
2. Fill in the title and author of each book that you read or listened to. No duplicate titles allowed.
3. Fill in your contact information. Return this card to the library by August 31 to be entered into the drawing for a chance to win a gift card to a local business!
4. Use your imagination and find books based on the categories below. If you need assistance, please ask staff. Have fun!
***The decisions we make in our youth shape who we become in life***
It’s not so important how you fall, but what matters is how you get back up. It’s also not so important to watch those around you, but more to run your own race, and let them watch you. Those thoughts are at the heart of why our presenter has admired Ulysses S. Grant since his elementary school days. When you sit down with Grant, you will be encouraged to openly discuss the life lessons that formed the most successful general in our history, and a man who was admired in his own time even more than Abraham Lincoln.
About the presenter: Since 1984, Gunnery Sgt. Kenneth J. Serfass was a US Marine retiring in July of 2004 to become a music teacher. He WAS a Civil War reenactor, but now is a first-person impressionist with 47 years studying his childhood hero, Ulysses S. Grant. His repertoire includes focused programs on Grant’s battle campaigns, his relationships with Lincoln, Sherman, and Lee, and most important, the Grant family, and also the two terms as the 18th U.S. President. This has led to the most recent booking to play President Grant for a documentary featured on the Fox News Channel and Fox Nation, debuting October 10, 2021.
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 toSereneasana.com
Board Game Night for Adults
Tuesday, July 12th — 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 PM to 7:45 PM
Where: Community Room of Indian Valley Public Library
Questions: Contact Bev Griffith, (215) 260-6361.
*Cranium, Apples to Apples, Quiddler, Kings in the Corners and others
Pennypacker Mills - Porch Performance: “Fire in the Hole!”
Saturday, July 16th — 4:00-5:00 PM
Off-Site
Pennypacker Mills - Porch Performance: “Fire in the Hole!”
Men like Irish miner Frank Kehoe’s back breaking work in the coal mines of Pennsylvania, spurred the industrialization of America. Come to Pennypacker Mills to see historian Rich Pawling brings to life what it was like to work in the “patch,” shop in the company store, and move up from breaker boy to a “miner with papers.” “Fire in the Hole!” is a first-person performance with musical accompaniment.
Anthracite coal kept millions warm in growing cities, fired furnaces in the industrial northeast, spawned extensive transportation networks, and provided jobs for immigrants seeking better lives in the 1900s. The story of anthracite is about the spirit of capitalism, technology and the difficult lives of the men and boys who mined millions of tons of coal. Their hard, dangerous, and usually low-paid work made it possible to fuel cities and transform manufacturing, transportation and everyday lives.
Guests are invited between 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to walk the property and complete a Treasure Hunt activity or tour the Pennypacker mansion to see what life was like in the early 1900s. The performance will begin at 4 p.m. on the porch - attendees are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket to sit on outdoors as Rich Pawling shares what life was like as a coal miner in Pennsylvania. “Fire in the Hole!” is sponsored by the Friends of Pennypacker Mills.
To see a full list of upcoming events at Pennypacker Mills, click here.
About Pennypacker Mills - This historic site is open year-round for free guided tours of the home of Pennsylvania Governor Samuel Pennypacker and his family. Known for its collection of 18th and 19th century decorative arts, furnishings, personal and official documents, the story of this famous Pennsylvania family reflects the lives of those who lived in Montgomery County in the early 1900’s.
Pennypacker Mills is open Tuesdays - Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sundays: 1 - 4 p.m., with the last tour at 3 p.m. daily. Pennypacker Mills is closed on Mondays, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. Tours take approximately one hour and are free, with a suggested donation of $2 per person.
Pennypacker Mills is operated by the Montgomery County Division of Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites. Pennypacker Mills is located off Route 73 (Skippack Pike) at 5 Haldeman Road, Schwenksville, PA 19473. Any questions, call (610) 287-9349.
[IVPL is not the host for this program]
Determined Spirit - The Story of Amelia Earhart
Sunday, July 24th — 6:00-7:00 PM
Virtual
Celebrate Amelia Earhart's 125th birthday on July 24!
“Everyone has oceans to fly, if they have the heart to do it. Is it reckless? Maybe. But what do dreams know of boundaries?”
-Amelia Earhart
Join Monica Hoffman as she performs as legendary aviator Amelia Earhart sharing the fascinating and inspiring story of her life and legacy. In her time, Amelia was passionate about achieving her goals in aviation, which included becoming the first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean. She also felt strongly about encouraging others, especially women and girls, to follow her example and pursue their biggest dreams.
First - This program includes viewing a 35-minute performance, shot on location at a charming vintage airport, of an encounter with Amelia that you will find informative, engaging, and entertaining. Registered patrons will be able to view this film from the comfort of your home through Vimeo.com - a personal link and password will be provided to watch it anytime on Sat, 7/23 or Sun, 7/24.
Then - Join us on Sun, 7/24 at 6pm via Zoom to virtually meet Monica Hoffman as she will speak about Amelia and answer any questions about her, about Monica Hoffman, or the film. She will also discuss Amelia's local ties to the Philadelphia region.
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This program on Sun, 7/24 will be held online via Zoom. Register here to receive program link. By registering for this program, you will be sent the log in link and password to be able to view the film at home on 7/23 or 7/24. Any questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
Movie Matinee
Tuesday, July 26th — 2:00-4:00 PM
Community Room
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the library while watching a film on our big screen. Registration required. For the titles of the upcoming movies, visit the Reference Desk or call the library at 215-723-9109 ext 3.
Land (PG-13)
Following an unsettling experience in the wilderness, a grieving woman named Edee Mathis ventures deep into a remote region of Wyoming to pursue a fresh start, hoping to shift her perspective on the meaning of her life and reconcile her distress with her determination to continue living.
Virtual - ARRGH: A History of Piracy on the Great Lakes
Tuesday, July 26th — 7:00-8:00 PM
Zoom
Join us for a historical and cultural re-examination of piracy and its implications for understanding Great Lakes history. No parrots, or peg legs, included but a healthy dose of thievery, mutiny, and other unsavory tales.
This presentation will be held online via Zoom. Links for the presentation will be sent 24 hours and 30 minutes before the event begins. Registration is required.
Pennypacker Mills - Boomerang Workshop
Saturday, July 30th — 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Off-Site
Pennypacker Mills Boomerang Workshop
Families are invited to learn about boomerangs, a popular toy of the early 1900’s. Make several different designs of boomerangs, learn how to launch them, and see if they return to you! This is an outdoor workshop and all materials are provided. All ages are welcome. Free, pre-registration preferred. Call 610-287-9349 today.
About Pennypacker Mills: This historic site is open year-round for free guided tours of the home of Pennsylvania Governor Samuel Pennypacker and his family. Known for its collection of 18th and 19th century decorative arts, furnishings, personal and official documents, the story of this famous Pennsylvania family reflects the lives of those who lived in Montgomery County in the early 1900’s.
Pennypacker Mills is open Tuesdays through Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sundays: 1 - 4 p.m., with the last tour at 3 p.m. each day. Pennypacker Mills is closed on Mondays, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. Tours take approximately one hour and are free, with a suggested donation of $2 per person.
Pennypacker Mills is operated by the Montgomery County Division of Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites. Pennypacker Mills is located off Route 73 (Skippack Pike) at 5 Haldeman Road, Schwenksville, PA 19473. Any questions, call (610) 287-9349.
Registration is required to attend the Sleeping Mat Project. Registration opens one week before each session. You must register for each session to attend.
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.orgfor information or with questions.
Photography Club
Tuesday, July 5th & 19th — 6:45-8:45PM
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. Our members photograph a wide range of subjects including nature, landscape, macro, portraiture, sports, travel and much more.
Regular monthly Indian Valley Photography Club meetings are held on the first (virtually) and third (in-person) Tuesday of every month starting at 6:45 pm.
Guests are always welcome to attend. There are no fees to join.
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, July 5th & 12th — 10:00AM-1:00PM
Fridays, July 1st, 8th, & 15th — 10:00 AM-1:00PM
Reading Room
Skilled chess players are welcome to bring their sets, find a partner and play during these drop-in chess sessions.
Knitwits
Tuesdays, July 5th — 2:30-4:30PM
Study Room 1
Knitters and crocheters welcome.
Le Cercle Francais
Thursday, July 14th & 28th — 7:00-8:30 PM
Community Room
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 atrefdesk@ivpl.org.
No Registration Required.
Stammtisch German Language Group
Tuesday, July 26th — 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 calendarto see our planned events along with more information.