The HTFL Connection February 26 - March 11, 2023 | |
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Note from the Director
It is hard to believe that March is just around the corner! Stop by our St. Patrick’s Day Book Tree in our lobby, where you can decorate our tree by making a donation to the Library in honor or recognition of an important person(s) in your life. March brings not only the beginning of spring and St. Patrick’s Day, but also Women’s History month. We will have displays on both the first and second floors so that you can check out all of our great books and other library materials that delve into the contributions of Women in history.
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For our Friday Movie Matinee, we will show the film The Woman King, starring Viola Davis, on Friday, March 3, at 1 pm in the Community Room. No registration necessary. On Wednesday, March 8, at 2 pm the Library will begin another Great Courses lecture series on Zoom; 12 Women Who Shaped American History: 1619-1920. Click here to register and get the Zoom link. Our Nonfiction book group will be reading and discussing The Queens of Animation: The Untold Story of the Women Who Transformed the World of Disney and Made Cinematic History by Nathalia Holt. The group meets on Wednesday, March 22 at 7 pm in the Board Room. Stop by the Reference Desk to register and pick up a copy of the book.
In the Children’s Room we will be celebrating Women’s History with our Crafternoons: Women’s History Quilt event. Families of children ages 6-12 will be able to collaborate on a large 6’x8′ paper quilt with designs inspired by women throughout history. To register, click here. The new Teen Art Club will also be doing a number of projects to recognize the achievements of Women throughout history. Stop by the Hub on Wednesday afternoons in March from 2:30 - 4:00 pm, to participate.
Come enjoy all HTFL has to offer in March. We hope to see you in the Library soon!
Warm regards,
Sukrit Goswami, Library Director
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Renovation/Expansion Update | |
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For the latest information and updates about our renovation/expansion, visit our Renovation and Expansion Page on our website by clicking here!
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Adult Services Highlights | |
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Friday Movie Matinee - The Woman King
Friday, March 3 - 1:00 pm
Community Room
Join us for this movie screening in our building! For March, we will be showing The Woman King.
2022, PG-13, 2h 15m
Inspired by true events, this is the remarkable, action-packed story about the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey with skills and a fierceness unlike anything the world has ever seen. Follow the epic and intense journey of General Nanisca (Oscar® winner VIOLA DAVIS; 2016, Best Supporting Actress, Fences) as she trains the next generation of recruits and readies them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life.
No registration necessary.
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Great Courses - About 12 Women Who Shaped America 1619 - 1920
12 lectures (Zoom)
Meeting Dates: Wednesdays, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, & 5/24
History all too often overlooks the invaluable contributions of women, and US history is certainly no exception to this pattern. Museums, documentaries, historical sites, and even textbooks omit essential parts of the whole picture because they leave out her story. Join historian Professor Allison K. Lange, of the Wentworth Institute of Technology, as she guides you through the fascinating lives of 12 early Americans, all of them women, and all of them crucial to a better understanding of American history. With a deft talent for bringing history to life, Allison explores the complex and often controversial lives of these American women who dedicated themselves to living beyond the constraints of their time and place.
In the eye-opening lectures of 12 Women Who Shaped America: 1619 to 1920, you will meet a dozen influential women with astonishing life stories, each of whom found a way to break away from the constrictive social and familial norms of their day. A popular adage says that “well-behaved women seldom make history,” and that is true. From the earliest days of the Republic through much of the early 20th century, American women were expected to lead private lives of modesty and obedience. Although some of the women explored in this course valued the more traditional feminine roles expected of them, none of these women allowed those expectations to limit their lives or their ambitions. If they had, not only would we not know their stories, but the history of the United States would have been quite different.
Lecturers: Professor Allison K. Lange, of the Wentworth Institute of Technology
Click here to register.
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Just the Facts: Nonfiction Book Group
Wednesday, March 22 - 7:00 pm
Board Room
Interested in non-fiction?
Join our book club featuring only nonfiction titles.
March’s selection is The Queens of Animation: The Untold Story of the Women Who Transformed the World of Disney and Made Cinematic History by Nathalia Holt.
From Snow White to Moana, from Pinocchio to Frozen, the animated films of Walt Disney Studios have moved and entertained millions. But few fans know that behind these groundbreaking features was an incredibly influential group of women who fought for respect in an often ruthless male-dominated industry and who have slipped under the radar for decades.
In The Queens of Animation, bestselling author Nathalia Holt tells their dramatic stories for the first time, showing how these women infiltrated the boys' club of Disney's story and animation departments and used early technologies to create the rich artwork and unforgettable narratives that have become part of the American canon. As the influence of Walt Disney Studios grew -- and while battling sexism, domestic abuse, and workplace intimidation -- these women also fought to transform the way female characters are depicted to young audiences.
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Youth Services Department Highlights | |
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NEW! - Teen Art Club
Wednesdays, - 2:30 - 4:00 pm
The Hub
Teens and tweens are invited to join our new Teen Art Club! Explore your creativity with different projects each week.
Materials are provided, and no registration is required!
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Tween Book Club
Tuesday, March 28 - 7:00 pm
Zoom
Are you a tween that likes to read?
Join us for:
- Free copy of the book!
- Fun goodie bag with crafts, snacks, & more!
- Exciting book talks!
- New friends!
- Cool ways to get involved with your library!
- Have your voice heard and help pick next month’s book!
Stop by the Children’s Room desk on the 2nd floor to sign up or email our Teen Librarian at appell@haverfordlibrary.org
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Teen Yoga
Mondays in March, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27
Community Room
Put on your comfy pants and join us for a relaxing start to your week. Teens of all experience levels are encouraged to attend. Led by local registered yoga instructor, Lisa Palumbi.
Mats are provided. Please wear or bring appropriate attire.
Space is limited! Registration required. To register, click here.
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Crafternoon: Women's History Quilt
Thursday, March 2 - 4:15 pm
The Hub
Join us for stories and craft activities celebrating upcoming holidays and observances! This Thursday, children will collaborate on a large 6’x8′ paper quilt with designs inspired by women throughout history. For families and children ages 6-12.
Registration is required; each registration is for 1 child. Click here to register.
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NEW! Family Fun Fridays
Fridays - 2:30 pm
Children's Room
Have a great time with the whole family! We have puzzles, board games, card games, magnet tiles and more for children ages 5-12 and their caregivers; for the little ones we bring out the toys. Start your weekends off in a fun way!
No registration required; bring your library cards to the Youth Services Desk in exchange for a game or a box of toys.
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Children's Calendar
Monday, February 27
10:30 am - Circle Time Storytime (The Hub)*
Tuesday, February 28
11:30 am - Babies and Books Storytime (The Hub)* **NEW TIME**
4:15 pm - LEGO® Club (The Hub)*
7:00 pm - Tween Book Club (Zoom)*
Wednesday, March 1
2:30 pm - Teen Art Club (The Hub)
4:15pm - Preschool Storytime Craft (The Hub)*
Thursday, March 2
10:30am - Circle Time Storytime (The Hub)*
4:15 pm - Crafternoon: Women's History Quilt (The Hub)*
Friday, March 3
10:30 am - Toddler Storytime (The Hub)*
2:30 pm - Family Fun Fridays (Children's Room)
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Monday, March 6
10:30 am - Circle Time Storytime (The Hub)*
3:00 pm - Teen Yoga (Community Room)*
Tuesday, March 7
11:30 am - Babies and Books Storytime (The Hub)* **NEW TIME**
4:15 pm - LEGO® Club (The Hub)*
Wednesday, March 8
2:30 pm - Teen Art Club (The Hub)
4:15pm - Preschool Storytime Craft (The Hub)*
Thursday, March 9
10:30am - Circle Time Storytime (The Hub)*
Friday, March 10
10:30 am - Toddler Storytime (The Hub)*
2:30 pm - Family Fun Fridays (Children's Room)
*Registration Required
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Delco Libraries Teen Art Contest
Deadline: Tuesday, February 28
Teens! We invite you to participate in our Fourth Annual Teen Art Contest! This year's contest is based on the 2023 Longwood Gardens Community Read theme of how food is a connector of people—especially for special moments—and how food connects to the world of plants and gardening. All artwork should be inspired by this theme. This contest is open to students in 6th-12th grades.
Contest Rules:
How to Enter
Submit your original artwork to one of our participating libraries along with the completed and signed entry form, or enter your submission online below.
Contest Dates
• Artwork will be accepted online and in person, through Feb. 28th at 5 p.m.
• Each library will choose a winner. Local library winners will be announced March 13th.
• Winning pieces from each local library will be displayed at Rose Tree Park StoryWalk® and online at www.delcolibraries.org/Teen-Art-Contest with voting for the County-wide winner from March 22nd through March 31st.
Winners
• Each local winner will receive a sketchpad, a set of metallic watercolors, a ticket good for up to 4 people for entry to Longwood Gardens and their artwork displayed at Rose Tree Park.
• The County-wide winner will be announced April 3rd and will receive a teen book basket and their artwork will grace the front cover of our annual Poetry Contest Anthology.
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