We will still maintain a 30-minute limit to Grab your items and Go, a 1-hour limit for public computer use, reserved 2-hour study room use, and the convenience of Curbside Pickup. Masks must be work at all times and we continue to social distance.

*The library will be closed Monday, May 31st in observance of Memorial Day and June 3rd for a full-day in-service*

The next date we are accepting donations is Tuesday, May 11 between 4-7. No more than 5 bags or boxes may be donated at one time. If you wish to make a donation, you must call ahead to schedule a time to drop off your donations.

​Click here for more information and to register for each challenge.

Bookworms Reading Challenge 

Mindfulness Activity Challenge 

​Virtual Field Trip Activity Challenge - Visit the animals, landmarks, and hidden gems of our world from the comfort of your home in this virtual field trip challenge! Explore American landmarks, aquariums, museums, national parks, space, and zoos.

The purpose of the Foundation of Friends is to prepare for the long-range sustainability of the Indian Valley Public Library. Growth in the Indian Valley region is increasing, new population, new opportunities, and the process of how does the current Indian Valley Public Library responds to the growth issues of a dynamic community. The FOF Membership appeal will help grow a dynamic group of individuals to lead the way and the money needed to make this happen. 

Bud Leister

Each month we highlight one of the many free online resources that IVPL provides for you, our patrons. This month we are going local with The Philadelphia Inquirer Online.

There are several different things I have my hands in here at IVPL. In addition to helping to raise funds for the library, I do some things with the web, social media, and build this newsletter. I see how many people watch our videos on Facebook, view our posts on Instagram, and open our emails. I know you value the content IVPL provides to the community because I can see the results of it.

That is why I ask for your support. Your donations help support our staff, programming, and facilities. If you haven't already done so this year, and find it within your means, please consider making 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.

Be sure to check out streaming television and movies from our Hoopla collection or check out the library's extensive DVD collection.

Look at all these movies, TV shows, and documentaries!

Alzheimer's Resources

Monday, May 3rd, 6:00-7:00 pm

At any age, there are lifestyle habits we can adopt to help maintain or even potentially improve our health. These habits may also help to keep our brains healthy as we age and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline. To help people age well, The Alzheimer's Association® partnered with Penn State Extension to provide Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research. Registration is required.

Tuesday, May 4th, 10:00-11:00 am

Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. However, some behaviors can present real challenges for caregivers to manage. Join us to learn to decode behavioral messages, identify common behavior triggers, and learn strategies to help intervene with some of the most common behavioral challenges of Alzheimer’s disease. Registration is required.

Conversations with family members showing signs of dementia can be challenging and uncomfortable. The fear or lack of awareness that may accompany these conversations can result in delays that have serious consequences for the entire family. Registration is required.

Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging. Join us to learn about the impact of Alzheimer's; the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia; stages and risk factors; current research and treatments available for some symptoms; and Alzheimer's Association resources. Registration is required.

In the United States alone, more than 5 million individuals are living with Alzheimer's and 16 million are serving as their unpaid caregivers. The disease is a global crisis that impacts numerous families right here in our community. However, no one has to face this disease alone or without information. Understanding Alzheimer's Disease is here to help. Registration is required.

Communication is more than just talking and listening – it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect. Registration is required.

Conversations with family members showing signs of dementia can be challenging and uncomfortable. The fear or lack of awareness that may accompany these conversations can result in delays that have serious consequences for the entire family. Registration is required.

Join us on Facebook for a community reading of Ruby’s Birds by Mya Thompson. Look for some familiar faces from around the neighborhood. After a story, join us for a song and a craft-a-along.

Join us on Zoom for a very special Mother Goose themed story time. Designed for preschoolers but all are welcome. Registration for each event required (May 1st & May 12th).

Are you homeschooling your preschooler? Looking to supplement their learning? Every other week, we will post an interactive classroom with stories, songs, and other activities that follow the same theme.

Stories, songs, and silliness! Join Mr. Robbie on Facebook Live every week. These storytimes will run about 30 minutes long and are intended for preschoolers but all are welcome. Register here.

Join Nicole for an online meeting to discuss  Carmen Sandiego: The Fishy Treasure Caper available on Hoopla. Registration required.

Do you miss the shredded book contest? Try this puzzle instead.