In preparation for the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, IVPL is distributing a limited number of solar eclipse glasses.
From March 25 to April 8, you can pick up 2 pairs of solar eclipse glasses per household while supplies last. IVPL will not reserve glasses for patrons. If there are glasses available by April 5, households will be able to obtain additional pairs.
Glasses can be picked up at the Reference Desk on a first come, first served basis.
Lewis F. McLean Reading Room Dedication
Sunday, March 3 — 1:00—2:30 PM
Join us as we dedicate and celebrate the
Lewis F. McLean Reading Room.
Light refreshments will be served.
The Indian Valley Beer Fest is back!
Join us on July 27 from 2-7 pm in the Souderton Community Park for food, beer, wine, spirits and more
Remember Boy Scout and IVPL patron Norman Boell? He filmed not one, but two videos to promote the library as a part of his Eagle Scout project.
His videonot only highlights some of the activities and resources IVPL provides to the community, but the creativity and passion of some of our young patrons.
Thank you, Norman!
Donationsto the library help cover our operating expenses. Please consider donating today. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you wish to speak about supporting the library.
Starting this month, for the last seven days of each calendar month, patrons with IVPL cards will be able to choose from a curated selection of TV shows, movies, comics and manga, eBooks, and audiobooks without using their monthly borrows!
Continue to enjoy hoopla all month long, even if you're running low on borrows.
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.orgwith 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.
Dice Rollers
Sunday March 10 & 24 at 1 PM
Pennsylvania Room
Gather to play Dungeons & Dragons and other tabletop role playing games. Best for Grades 7-12.
Solar Eclipse Crafts
Thursday, March 28 — 4:00—5:00 PM
Community Room
A solar eclipse is coming to North America on Monday, April 8, 2024! Join us to learn more about the solar eclipse and to decorate a pair of solar eclipse glasses. All ages are welcome. Registration is required.
Saturday Movie: The Secret Garden (1993)
Saturday, March 30 — 2:00—3:45 PM
Community Room
In this classic novel adaptation, a young girl is suddenly orphaned and sent to live with her withdrawn uncle. Feeling neglected, she begins exploring her new home's estate and soon discovers the magic and secrets that surround her.
Rating: G
Runtime: 1 h 41 m
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.
Youth Events
Supported STEAM Program (Ages 5-10)
Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, & 26
4:00—5:00 PM
Community Room
Join us for a supported program for children who need smaller group sizes, fidgets, and other supports. During this one hour program, we we explore an aspect of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) with a hands-on activity. This month, we will working with a partner to play a coding maze game.
Registration is required and starts 2 weeks before the program. Adults should plan to stay in the room during the program, but please register children only.
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.
Pajama Storytime (All ages)
Tuesday, March 5 & 19 — 7:00 PM
Storyhour Room
Stories, songs, and movement activities before bedtime for children of all ages. Pajamas welcome (not required).
Babies Boogie Storytime
(Ages birth-24 months)
Mondays, March 18 & 25 at 9:15 AM
Tuesday, March 12 & 26 at 10:15 AM
Wednesdays, March 20 & 27 at 10:15 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.
Lunch Bunch Storytime (All Ages)
Thursdays, March 21 & 28 at 12:00 PM
Community Room
Stories, songs, and movement activities for children of all ages. Bring a lunch or snack (not required).
Teddy Bear Storytime (2 year olds)
Wednesdays, March, 20 & 27 at 9:30 AM
Community Room
Stories, songs, and movement activities for 2-year-old children. Bring a stuffed toy or use one of ours. Siblings welcome.
Music & Motion Storytime (Ages 3-5)
Wednesday, March 20 & 27 at 11:00 AM
Community Room
Stories, songs, and movement activities for children ages 3-5. Siblings welcome.
Stay and Play (Ages Birth to 5)
Friday, March 15 — 10:30—11:30 AM
Community Room
Stop by our big Community Room for some fun indoor play with friends. No registration required.
Family Art Exploration (Ages 3-8)
Monday, March 18 — 4:00—5:00 PM
Community Room
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.
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.
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.
Supported Small Group Storytime
Monday, March 25—10:30—11:00 AM
Community Room
Join Ms Angela for a small group story time featuring a visual schedule, fidgets, interactive stories and other supports. Registration is required and starts 2 weeks before the program. Parents should plan to remain in the room but please register children only.
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 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.
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.
Pokémon Meet-up Club (Ages 5-10)
Monday, March 4, 4 pm
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.
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.
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.
Tinkering Club (Ages 5-10)
Monday, March 11 at 4 PM
Community Room
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, March 12 at 5 PM
Community Room
During this program, you will be invited to work in a small group to solve an engineering challenge with provided materials.
Lego Club (Youth Ages 5 and up)
Monday, March 19 at 4 PM
Tuesday, March 25 at 5 PM
Community Room
Stop by the library to complete our monthly challenge or just have some free building time. No registration required.
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.
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.
Go to ouronline calendar to see our planned events along with more information.
Homeschool families of all ages are invited to hang out in the Community Room. IVPL will provide a variety of games and building materials, including Legos, Duplos, K’Nex and more!
Let’s take a journey through the Dewey Decimal System. Read one book that can be found in the month’s Dewey classification (see schedule below) then join us to share the title and your thoughts. Loved it? Tell us why we should read it. Disliked it? Tell us how the book could be better. Need some help finding a book? Ask a librarian for some recommendations.
March: 400s
April: 600s
Word Nerds Game Club (Ages 13-18)
Thursday, March 21 — 4:00—5:00 PM
Students ages 13 to 18 are invited to have fun playing word games.
VolunTeen Service Club (Ages 13-18)
Wednesday, March 13 — 6:00—7:30 PM
Join us to complete projects and activities to support local and nationwide charities and organizations. For young people ages 13 and up.
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
New Year, New Reads Winter Adult Reading Challenge 2024
Our Winter Reading Challenge wraps up this month. You have until April 1 to complete 8 or more books or audiobooks and enter to win a gift card from a local business.
Pick up the reading challenge and associated booklists at the library or go to
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.
Visiting a botanical garden can enhance your travels, teach you about plant families, and show you the wonders of nature. Join Master Gardener, Sharon Gross for a tour of the Garden of Simples, part of the Natural History Museum in Florence, Italy.
About the Presenter: Sharon Gross has been a volunteer Penn State Master Gardener since 2005. She has served on the speakers bureau, plant sale committees, learning garden committees and the International Master Gardener Conference committee.
***Celebrate the 11th year of Longwood Gardens Community Reads with a look at the meaning, beauty, solace and inspiration we can find in gardens. Attendees will enter a drawing for free admission passes to Longwood Gardens.***
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This presentation will be held in person at the library. Click here to register. Questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
Tech Help
Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, & 26
11:00—12:45 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.
Register for a session through our calendar, or call the Reference Desk at 215-723-9109, ext. 3.
**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
Join fellow mahjong players once a month for a fun game of skill, strategy, calculations and a degree of chance.
All are welcome to attend.
Citizens Police Academy
Tuesday, March 5 — 7:00—8:30 PM
Community Room
Join Chief Floyd from the Telford Police for the last session in his series to learn more about our local police and their role in our community.
Register by calling the Telford Borough Police Station at 215-723-6700 or email Chief Floyd at rfloyd@telfordpa.org
Evening Yoga at the Library (Make Up Class for 1/18)
Wednesday, March 6 — 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!
To register, call/text (267) 221-5804 or go to Sereneasana.com.
Skirt and Stocking Clad Soldier
Wednesday, March 6— 7:00—8:00 PM
Virtual
Women joined the military in World War II. This program discusses the first women in the military and their civilian defense worker counterparts. They worked in motor pools, staffed offices, nursed the injured, lived in barracks, ate in mess halls, went to war zones, and died for their country.
Presented by:
Mary Rasa is a native of New Jersey where she was museum curator/park ranger for the National Park Service at Sandy Hook. Mary currently runs her own business writing exhibits, brochures, and grants as well as conducting history talks for non-profits, libraries, senior centers, and historic sites.
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.
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!
Cost: Individual classes are $8 each. If you signed up for all six classes in the series, each class is $6 x 6 classes = $36.00 total.
Classes are taught by Nathanael Butler, Certified Instructor and held in-person in the community room.
For registration, payment and more information for six week session, click here.
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PA Medi (formerly APPRISE)
Thursday, March 7 & 21 — 9:00—10:00 AM
Study Room 1
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.
Open Mic Night
Monday, March 11 — 6:30—8:00 PM
Lewis McLean Reading Room
Local music, poetry, storytelling, and more! Join us as a performer or an audience member.
Performer sign-up begins at 6:00 PM. Performers will have a five minute slot to showcase their unique talents.
This program is designed for adults and young adults ages 13 and up. Please keep a family-friendly environment in mind when selecting material to share.
Living Hope Farm's Head Farmer, Sam Chronister, will discuss current topics in organic gardening. This talk may be of interest to home gardeners as well as to non-gardeners who are looking to increase their exposure to local, organically grown produce.
Presenter: Sam Chronister has been working at Living Hope Farm since 2016 and managing the farm since 2019. He is passionate about helping to build a more resilient local food system, teaching young farmers how to grow food in a sustainable way, and working hands-on with plants and animals.
About Living Hope Farm - "As a non-profit organization, Living Hope Farm is committed to offer educational opportunities, job and leadership training, and are dedicated to the process of engaging others on the farm and in the market place to reach under served communities and their neighborhoods. We grow with the intent to donate a portion of our produce to local families within our schools, food banks, and our local community."
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This program will be held in the Community Room at the library. Click here to register. Questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
Writers Workshop
Sunday, March 17 — 2:00—4:00 PM
Community Room
Aspiring writers meet to discuss writing and encourage each other's efforts. All are welcome.
Socratic Discussions on Education and Learning
Tuesday, March 19 — 7:00—8:00 PM
Community Room
In-Person Program
A roundtable discussion of classic education texts, both ancient and modern, to explore different educational ideas. We discuss a different text each month. Please 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.
About the Instructor: Jonathan English is a former homeschooler and graduate of St. John’s College Great Books classics program. He has long had an interest in learning how to learn and how to help others along the way. He has experience teaching in public schools, private schools, and homeschool academies with all age levels and subjects.
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This program will be held in the library. Click here to register. Questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
Yank versus Reb – The Civil War Infantry Soldier
Wednesday, March 20 — 7:00—8:00 PM
Community Room
In-Person Program
Come join the "Cause" in an interactive educational program on The American Civil War, with historical re-enactor, lecturer and tour guide, Mike Jesberger. This program will give attendees a better understanding of the role of the common soldier and their struggle to survive during the four darkest years in American history. A PowerPoint presentation will accompany the talk.
Presenter: Michael Jesberger is an independent military historian who specializes in the American Revolution and Civil War time periods. He is a member of numerous history-based organizations and active in the reenactment community.
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This program will be held in the Community Room at the library. Click here to register. Questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
Inside the Painted Caves of Southwest France
Thursday, March 21 — 7:00—8:00 PM
Community Room
In-Person Presentation
Modern human artistic expression is evident in the form of hundreds, if not thousands, of enigmatic images painted onto the walls of caves in southern France. Early modern human occupation(s) of these painted caves range in date from about 15,000 years ago to as much as 30,000 years ago, an astounding depth of time.
Over the course of four summers excavating Neanderthal archaeological sites elsewhere in southwest France, Dr. Steve had the opportunity to visit several of these remarkable caves.
This lecture takes us on a journey to three of these sites: Font de Gaume, Lascaux, and Chauvet.
About the Presenter: Stephen R. Phillips, Ph.D., is the Curatorial Research Coordinator in the Egyptian Section of the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology. He earned his B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. in the fields of biological anthropology, archaeology, and Egyptology at the University of Pennsylvania.
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This program will be held in person at the library. Click here to register. Questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
Movie Matinee
Tuesday, March 26 — 2:00—4:00 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.
Cyrano
Nobleman, military man, and poet Cyrano de Bergerac is secretly in love with Roxanne. However, his insecurity over his dwarf stature prevents him from professing his love, especially when Roxanne confesses that she's interested in Christian, a recruit. Elated that Roxanne would like a guy like him, Christian feels anxious about speaking to her. Cyrano agrees to ghostwrite love letters for him.
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 124 minutes
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Virtual Tour
Tuesday, March 26 — 7:00—8:00 PM
Virtual
Join Aaron Prince for an overview of the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary. Discussion will include natural history, raptor identification, and migration information.
Presenter: Aaron Prince, Educator and Raptor Care Specialist, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, Kempton, PA
About Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - "The view from Hawk Mountain offers beautiful vistas and great looks at raptors, some of the largest and most charismatic birds in the world. Learn about the role these predators play in the ecosystem and stay up-to-date on our local-to-global science, training, and education programs."
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The program will be held virtually via Zoom. Click here to register. Questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
Quizzo
Thursday, March 28 — 7:00—8:30 PM
Community Room
Join Quizmaster Katie for a monthly game of Quizzo. Register your team or a single (we will place you on a team).Register here.
Knitwits
Tuesdays, March 5, 12, 19, & 26
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.
Photography Club
Tuesday, March 5 (virtual)
Tuesday, March 19 (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 Tuesdays (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.
Sleeping Mat Project with Integrate for Good
Thursdays, March 7, 14, 21, & 28 — 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.
Anyonplanese is welcome to join us!
Contact Nicole Husbands at nhusbands@ivpl.org for information or with questions
Optional: Volunteers may bring one grocery-sized shopping bag filled with plastic bags to the program.
Board Game Night for Adults
Tuesday, March 12 — 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!
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, March 14 & 28 — 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, March 26 — 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.
