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.
Local Artist
About Pat Slavek
Pat Slavek is a Pennsylvania native and a graduate of Boyertown Area High School. She moved to the Telford Area in 1966 and then to Center Valley in 2019.
She has studied with many nationally known artists and finds the medium of watercolor both challenging and interesting.
Mrs. Slavek is currently represented by Chimayo in Perkasie and Kospia Farms in Alburtis.
Museum Passes
IVPL offers museum passes that provide free admission to local museums and historic sites. Click here toreserve your pass.
Our community is fortunate to be blessed with an asset as valuable as our library. The Indian Valley Public library offers an impressive variety of resources, programs, and educational tools that enrich the lives of its patrons.
The Foundation of Friends is proud to present this video that highlights all of the wonderful opportunities IVPL offers to the Indian valley. We promise you will be impressed with what the staff of the library does for this community. You may view it hereor by clicking the image below.
If you wish to make a positive impact in this community, you can join the FOF here.
Here is your chance to remove those pesky fines from your account. Don't have fines? Feel free to bring in food items that will be donated to Keystone Opportunity Center Food Pantry.
2021-2022 Annual Appeal
Donationsmade to IVPL directly support the library. Resources 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.
Featured Online Resource
Each month, we like to highlight one of the many resources the library offers to you, our patrons.
Select from over 16,000 eBooks from the world's leading publishers across all major subject areas.Explore EBSCO Essentials now to get started. A variety of research content is available for you. Access the research content you need now.
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, June 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th — 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.
Lego Club:(Grades K-5)
Monday, June 20th & 27th — 2:00-4:00 PM
Community Room
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.
Virtual Animal Encounter with Briar Bush Nature Center
Wednesday, June 22nd — 7:00-8:00 PM
Zoom
Join us on Zoom for an up-close encounter with animals from Briar Bush Nature Center. During this program, we will learn how animals use and live in water. For families with children of all ages. Registration is required and starts two weeks prior to the program. A Zoom link will be emailed to you after registration.
Lunch Bunch Storytime
Friday, June 24th — 11:30 AM-12:00 PM
Outside
Bring lunch and join us at the pavilion by the playground for a casual outdoor weekly storytime. Designed for preschoolers, but all ages welcome. No registration required. May be moved indoors to the library's Community Room due to extreme heat or rain.
Ruff Ruff and Read (Ages 5+)
Saturday, June 25th — 10:30-11:30 AM
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.
Ocean STEAM (Grades K-5)
Saturday, June 25th & Wednesday 29th — 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 required and will start two weeks prior to the date of the program.
Create-Your-Own Ocean Story
Monday, June 20th — 10:00-11:00 AM
Monday, June 27th — 7:00-8:00 PM
Community Room
Kids can be authors and illustrators, too! We will explore the elements of a story, collaborate to write one together, and then kids will have the opportunity to create their own books. Ocean stories encouraged! Designed for preschoolers, but all ages welcome. Registration is required and opens 2 weeks before the event.
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, June 21st — 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.
The first book in Joey Weiser's Eisner Award-nominated series is now in Paperback! Mermin is just your average Merman from the underwater kingdom of Mer, and all he wants is to have fun adventures on land with his new human friends. But with the whole ocean out looking for him, it's going to be harder than he thought!
*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.
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.
Interactive Fiction Adventure Club
Tuesday, June 28— 4:00-4:30 PM
Join Nicole on Facebook or YouTube as 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.
Visit this playlist to view past Interactive Fiction Adventures.
Write Away: Teen Guided Writing
Wednesday, June 29th — 4:00 PM
Join Ms. Nicole for a quick video onYouTubeas she gives you inspiration for your next story.
Visit this playlist to view past Write Away prompts.
Don't forget to follow IVPL Teens Instagram - @ivpl_teens- for more updates and great content!
Adult Events
SummerQuest for Adults
June 20 – August 31, 2022
Instructions: Get a BINGO (a line horizontal, vertical or diagonal) by completing the activity or reading the book, then bring the BINGO card into the library to enter your name for a prize drawing. Your completed BINGO earns you one entry into our prize drawing. A blackout card (all
spaces completed) will receive an extra entry. Return the card to the library by August 31 to be entered into the drawing. BINGO card will be available to pick up at the library starting June 13 and will also be available on-line via Beanstack. Any questions, please contact DeAnne
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
Oceans of Possibilities: Turning Swords into Plowshare
Thursday, June 9th — 7:00-8:00 PM
Zoom
Join us for a history of the seagoing cowboys and the Heifer Project. Learn how these life-changing trips transformed ships previously armed and used in the war into livestock carriers to help countries rebuild. Registration required.
Presented by historian and author of The Seagoing Cowboy, Peggy Reiff Miller.
This presentation will be held online via Zoom. Links for the presentation will be sent 24 hours and 30 minutes before the event begins.
Board Game Night for Adults
Tuesday, June 14th — 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
Oceanography Program with Anne Hartwell
Wednesday, June 15th — 4:30-5:30 PM
Zoom
Oceanography is the study of the physical, chemical, and biological features of the ocean, including the ocean's ancient history, its current condition, and its future.
Bring the whole family and join us as we will learn about Oceanography and what it is like to do Ocean Science in the field through discussion, photographs, and videos. There will be lots of time for questions and answers as well.
About the Presenter: Anne Hartwell has been doing research related to Earth Science for over a decade. She has a B.S. in Geology, M.S. in Oceanography, and is in the 4th year of a PhD program for Oceanography at the University of New Hampshire. She believes it is important to engage the next generation with science and exploration of the natural world.
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This presentation will be held online via Zoom. Register and receive program link by entering your information below. Any questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
Juneteenth Book Club and Lecture at Pottsgrove Manor
Saturday, June 18th — 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Off-Site
The public is invited to join Pottsgrove Manor for a Juneteenth Book Club and lecture on Saturday, June 18, 2022 to honor the history of the black experience in America.
Juneteenth Book Club -- Saturday, June 18, 10 a.m. to Noon
Join Professor Emeritus from Shippensburg University, Robert Hewitt, PhD, to engage with the history of black labor in Edward E. Baptist’s work, The Half Has Never Been Told: Slavery and the Making of America and then share with fellow readers in a guided discussion of the book. Registration is required for the book club - click here to register.
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“Together in History” Talk -- Saturday, June 18, at 1 p.m.
All members of the public are invited to hear Dr. Hewitt speak on the importance of incorporating Black History into our shared narrative, in the lecture, “Together in History.” Deepen your understanding of the past and how the labor of exploited people is a part of our shared historic narrative. No registration is required to attend the lecture.
Book Club is Ages 14+; Book can be purchased at the Museum Shoppe at Pottsgrove Manor; Book Club participants are encouraged to bring a bagged lunch if also attending the lecture.
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Pottsgrove Manor is located at 100 West King Street, Pottsgrove, PA 19464 (near the intersection of King Street and Route 100, just off Route 422 near the Carousel at Pottsgrove and Manatawny Green Miniature Golf Course). Pottsgrove Manor is operated by the Montgomery County Division of Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites. For more information, please call (610) 326-4014 or visit www.montcopa.org/pottsgrovemanor.
[IVPL is not the host for this program]
Writers Group
Sunday, June 26th — 2:00-4:00 PM
Pennsylvania Room
A group of kindred spirits encouraging each other's writing efforts by exercises and critiquing each other's work. For more information contact bricriu42@gmail.com.
Movie Matinee
Tuesday, June 28th — 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.
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As Kat Valdez prepares for her live, on-stage wedding, she finds out about her husband-to-be's infidelity. In a heartbroken moment of spontaneity, Kat singles out Charlie, a stranger in the crowd, and offers to marry him instead. Now, they must navigate the public spotlight together and find out if this marriage can actually work. Bobby Crosby's webcomic of the same name inspires the unconventional love story.
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, June 7th & 21st — 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.
Tuesdays, June 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th — 10:00 AM-12:00PM
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, June 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th — 10:00AM-1:00PM
Fridays, May 3rd, 10th, 17th, & 24th — 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, June 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th— 2:30-4:30PM
Study Room 1
Knitters and crocheters welcome.
Le Cercle Francais
Thursday, June 9th & 23rd — 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, June 28th — 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.
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