Wednesday, Feb. 7 for a staff retreat and Monday 2/19 for President's Day.
Used Book Sales
Thursday, February 8: 10am - 8 pm
Saturday, February 17: 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday, February 24: 10 am - 4 pm
Featured Artist
Jeff Kratz in a lifelong artist who creates mostly abstract paintings and sculptures. He enjoys utilizing a variety of materials and methods to create objects and scenes rarely encountered in our day to day life. He resides in Montgomery County and is an avid reader.
Museum Passes
IVPL offers museum passes that provide free admission to local museums and historic sites. Click here to reserve your pass.
Stop in the first Friday of every month to meet with representatives from Senator Collett's and Congressman Fitzpatrick's offices. Representatives are available to help constituents with state and federal services.
IVPL's Library of Things is coming! Soon you will be able to borrow a telescope, projector and screen, lawn games, a drill, a metal detector, cake pans, and more!
Foundation of Friends
For the third year in a row, our membership drive has surpassed $45,000. The current drive has brought in $45,605.00 from 293 donors. When we created the FOF we never imagined the kind of support we could generate for the library. .
However, our work isn't done. The FOF Board is seeking more active members. We need people willing to represent the Foundation. Those willing to attend events both at the library and community.
Please contact Nick Hagdorn (nhagdorn@ivpl.org) if you are interested.
2023-2024 Annual Appeal
I recently had the pleasure of collaborating with Boy Scout and IVPL patron Norman Boell. He filmed a series of 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.
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.
Mini-Golf at the Library
Saturday, February 10 — 10:00 AM—2:00 PM
Play 18 holes of Mini-Golf throughout the library. This event is free and perfect for the whole family.
This popular event can get jam-packed so you may have to wait to play. We will have games, cartoons and other activities to keep you busy while you wait.
NOTE: Last round begins at 1:30 PM.
Leap Day Party (All ages)
Thursday, February 29 — 4:00—5:00 PM
Community Room
Where can you find origami frog races, recycled rabbit art, and carrot crunching guests? At the library’s Leap Day Party! Families and youth of all ages are invited to join us in celebrating a day that only comes around every four years. No registration required.
Dice Rollers
Sunday February 11 & 25 at 1 PM
Pennsylvania Room
Gather to play Dungeons & Dragons and other tabletop role playing games. Best for Grades 7-12.
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
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.
Lunch Bunch Storytime (All Ages)
Thursdays, February 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29 at 12:00 PM
Community Room
Stories, songs, and movement activities for children of all ages. Bring a lunch or snack (not required).
Babies Boogie Storytime
(Ages birth-24 months)
Mondays, February 5, 12 & 26 at 9:15 AM
Tuesday, February 13 & 27 at 10:15 AM
Wednesdays, February 14, 21, & 28 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.
Pajama Storytime (All ages)
Tuesday, February 6 & 20 — 7:00 PM
Storyhour Room
Stories, songs, and movement activities before bedtime for children of all ages. Pajamas welcome (not required).
Supported STEAM Program (Ages 5-10)
Tuesday, February 6 — 6:00—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 be building using Keva Planks.
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.
Teddy Bear Storytime (2 year olds)
Wednesdays, February 14, 21, & 28
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, February 14, 21, & 28 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, February 16 — 10:30—11:30 AM
Community Room
Stop by our big Community Room for some fun indoor play with friends. No registration required.
Ruff Ruff and Read (Ages 5+)
Saturday, February 24
10 minute time slots between 10:30 and 11:30
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 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.
Supported Small Group Storytime (Registration required)
Monday, February 26 — 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.
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, February 5, 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, February 12 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, February 13 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, February 26 at 4 PM
Tuesday, February 27 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!
Tween & Teen Events
STEAM Saturday: 3D Design of Dungeons and Dragons (Youth Ages 10+)
Saturday, February 3 — 10:30 AM—1:00 PM
Community Room
3D design for Dungeons and Dragons involves crafting intricate and immersive landscapes, characters, and objects that come to life, enhancing the tabletop role-playing experience with a tangible and visually captivating dimension. This program was made possible by a PA Smart Grant administered by VGC USA. Caregivers of children ages 10-12 must remain in the library during the program. Registration is required and starts two weeks before the program.
Student Volunteer Opportunity: Sleeping Mat Project
Friday, February 9 — 3:00 PM
Community Room
Students of all ages are invited to join us to learn about the Sleeping Mat Project. Donations of clean plastic bags 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.
VolunTeen Service Club
Wednesday, February 14 — 6:00PM
Community Room
Join us to complete projects and activities to support local and nationwide charities and organizations. For young people ages 13 and up.
Please note: Registration closes at 5 pm the day before the event. This program may be canceled due to low registration.
Tween Reading Club (Ages 10-12)
Tuesday, February 20 at 4 pm
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.
Celebrate Leap Day a little early with a screening of The Pirates of Penzance.
Synopsis: Revival of Gilbert and Sullivan's swashbuckling operetta about a young pirate eager to leave behind his criminal life to be with an innocent woman, but is declined by his father figure, the Pirate King.
Do you like puzzles? Clickhereto solve this month's book cover puzzle.
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
Ring in the New Year with some refreshing new reads!Between January 2 and April 1, complete 8 or more books or audiobooks. You will be entered into a drawing to win a gift card from a local business. Pick up the reading challenge and associated booklists at the library or click on the following link
PA Medi (formerly APPRISE) Thursday February 1 & 15 — 9:00—12:00 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.
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 sign 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, clickhere.
******Please contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.orgor 215-723-9109 for any questions******
Evening Yoga at the Library
Thursday, February 8 & 15 — 6:00—7:00 PM
Wednesday, February 21 — 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!
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 to Sereneasana.com
Forgotten Voices Poetry Group
Saturday, February 3 — 1:00—3:00 PM
Lewis McLean Reading Room
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. For more information, go to www.montcopoet.org or email the reference desk at refdesk@ivpl.org.
When: First Saturday of every month
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Where: Lewis McLean Reading Room
Sustainable Goal Setting...With a Sprinkle of Magic!
Monday, February 5 — 7:00—8:00 PM
Virtual
Hit the reset button with life coach, Gari Weilbacher and explore sustainable ways to approach goal setting within a growth mindset. Her strategies help you discern where to start and how to keep going. You will leave with action steps and may even experience a magical shift! You can learn more about Gari and her work at Wild Brook Coaching.
Join us for 4 one-hour sessions to explore tablets. With step-by-step instructions on every page, the Generations on Line ® interactive tutorial guides beginners with little or no online experience through the basic swiping, tapping, and voice recognition techniques required for interacting with a tablet/smartphone. Once these skills are mastered, seniors are led onto the Internet, taught how to search, use video calling/texting/email, download and use apps, use the camera, and even YouTube. The coach guides and encourages the learner as required, but much of the learning is self-paced. Don’t have a tablet? You can borrow one from IVPL.
Only register if you can attend all four sessions: 1/22/24, 1/29/24, 2/5/24, 2/12/24
If you have specific questions about your tablet or iPad, please register for Tech Help.
Citizen Police Academy
Tuesday February 6, 13, 20, & 27 —
7:00—8:30 PM
Community Room
Join Chief Floyd from Telford Police for this weekly program.
Tech Help
Tuesday, February 6, 13, 20, & 27 — 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.
We are able to help with…
eBooks/eReaders
Basic device overview (how to text, how to take pictures, change settings, etc.)
Basic app/software overview
Video conferencing software such as Zoom and Skype
General internet/research instruction
Creating a new email account, email basics
Password resets
Privacy settings on social media and beyond
We cannot help with…
Hardware issues
Removing viruses
Installing non-library apps or software
Keyboarding, typing, or proofreading documents
Entering sensitive information for you (e.g. credit card information, social security number, online banking, etc.)
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 internet usage policy.
Open Mic Night
Monday, February 12 — 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.
Aspiring writers meet to discuss writing and encourage each other's efforts. All are welcome.
Socratic Discussions on Education and Learning
Tuesday, February 20 — 7:00—8:00 PM
Community Room
In-Person Program
This class is a roundtable discussion of different classic education texts, both ancient and modern, to explore different educational ideas. We read texts ahead of class from authors such as Plato, Aristotle, Barr, and Holt and come prepared to openly discuss the learning principles put forward by each author. We meet monthly to discuss a different text each time, so registration will be needed to sign up for each class separately. Once registered, the PDFs of the text that you will need to read ahead of time will be emailed to you.
About the Instructor: Jonathan English is excited to start a community group that explores a variety of educational ideas and techniques. As 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. He has worked closely with an MAT program to develop this course of reading that will increase civic dialogue to improve the educational experience for all. Jonathan currently oversees the beginner’s chess program at the library and enjoys spending time outside, drinking tea, and reading books.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: His Life, Legacy, & Connections to Philadelphia
Wednesday, February 21 — 7:00—8:00 PM
Community Room
Join Nicole Husbands as she celebrates Black History Month by exploring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s life and legacy. Learn about some of Dr. King's connections to Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. Register here.
Quizzo
Thursday, February 22 — 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).
Indian Valley Gardeners Garden Talk & Seed Share
Saturday, February 24 — 1:00—3:00 PM
Community Room
Winter Sowing Workshop: Create Your Mini-Greenhouse
Discover the benefits of the winter sowing over indoor techniques, avoiding grow lights & seeding hardening off. Learn the process, materials, suitable seeds, & greenhouse to sow seeds.
Presented by Lori Curtis. Penn State Gardener.
Movie Matinee
Tuesday, February 27 — 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.
Race
Legendary black Olympian Jesse Owens competes in track and field at the 1936 Games in Nazi Germany, despite the host country's attempts to turn the event into a celebration of national pride and Aryan supremacy.
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 134 minutes
Footprints in the Snow - George Washington’s Continental Army of 1776
Wednesday, February 28 — 7:00—8:00 PM
Community Room
In-Person Presentation
This presentation recounts the very real human story of those men who marched with General George Washington in the year of the Declaration of Independence. This was the year when the entire American cause was depending on their success, without which all possibility for independence would have been crushed and the sacred ideals of the Declaration would have amounted to simply words on a worthless piece of paper. This is the story of Americans in the ranks of the army, men of every size, shape, and color, simple farmers, teachers, tradesmen, and mere boys turned into soldiers. These were the men that stayed with the Army and did not quit. They stayed because their commanding officer, General George Washington did not quit!
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 presentation will be held in the Community Room. Click here to register. Any questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
Indivisible Hope
Thursday, February 29 — 7:15—8:45 PM
Community Room
Possible topic on Local Immigration issues.
Bridge Group
Tuesdays, February 6, 13, 20, & 27 — 9:00 AM—12:00PM
Lewis McLean 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.
Knitwits
Tuesdays, February 6, 13, 20, & 27 — 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, February 6 (virtual)
Tuesday, February 20 (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 Tuesday (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, February 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29 — 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.
Anyone is welcome to join us!
Contact Nicole Husbands at nhusbands@ivpl.org for information or with questions
Board Game Night for Adults
Tuesday, February 13 — 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-6:30-7:45PM
Where: Community Room of Indian Valley Public Library
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, February 8 & 22 — 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, February 27 — 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.
