Summer is my favourite time at the Library. Not coincidentally, it’s also the busiest time at the Library. And this summer at IVPL was no exception. While we’re still crunching numbers to find out how many of our communities’ members visited the Library, attended programs, and completed reading challenges, I can say that we were hopping and the Library was THE place to be.
I also want to thank everyone who came out to our two incredibly successful fundraisers: BeerFest in July and Dinner In White in August. The support of all our communities continues to astound and humble me. Don’t forget to save the date for the November 9 Wine Tasting. Tickets are available from our website or the next time you stop into the Library.
As we wind into autumn, I’m looking forward to the warmer colors of leaves, the cooler temperatures, and the chance to see how our Community Garden transforms into the next season. This summer it was certified as a Wildlife Habitat, and I can’t wait to see what that means for each season. Thanks so much to the dedicated volunteers who upkeep this amazing space. And look for another special certification next year!
Cooler temperatures also mean prime reading and viewing time! My current reads are: Beautyland by Marie-Helene Bertino, Nanette by Hannah Gadsby, and The Art Thief by Michael Finkle. My current watches are: The Umbrella Academy and Only Murders In The Building.
HOURS
Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM — 9:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM — 5:00 PM
The library is closed on Monday, September 2 for Labor Day.
Used Book Sales
Thursday, September 12: 10 AM - 8 PM
Saturday, September 28: 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
Foundation of Friends
Eat. Drink. READ!
Wine Tasting 2024
November 9, 2024
IVPL's wine tasting Wine Tasting fundraiser will be held in the library on Saturday, November 9 from 7 – 10 pm. Money raised helps support the library.
Attendees will enjoy a wide array of appetizers from local establishments, alongside samples of wines from around the world in your very own complimentary wine glass.
The event is held inside the library and offers guests the opportunity to tour our facility while enjoying good food, wine, and conversation; all while celebrating the Indian Valley Public Library’s vital role in our community. It is a wonderful evening that generates exposure and support for the library and our community.
Norman Boell is on the verge of wrapping up his quest to become an Eagle Scout. One of his projects was to make two promotional videos for the library. In them, he highlights just how much there is to do here for the youth of the Indian Valley.
Donationsto the library help make all of these things possible. We could not operate without your support. Please consider donating today. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you wish to speak about supporting the library.
Whether you’re a true language learning beginner, dusting off your old high school Spanish, or eager to tackle your tenth language—Transparent Language Online will help you get started and stick with it.
With Transparent Language Online you can:
Learn any of the 120+ languages, including American Sign Language, English (ESL/ELL) learning content for speakers of over 30 languages, and 30+ endangered North American and world languages.
Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing/typing with interactive lessons and courses.
Build and maintain your vocab with vocab-focused lessons and a strategic review system that keeps it all fresh.
Learn anytime, anywhere with mobile apps that include offline and hands-free modes.
Explore a wide range of interests through courses focused on travel, workplace language, and beyond.
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.
Live Animal Table Talks
Monday, September 30 -- 6:30—8:00 PM
Lewis McLean Reading Room
Delaware Valley University Students are visiting Indian Valley Public Library and bringing some friends with them. Spend the evening learning about different wildlife at the library by visiting different tables. This is a free event for all ages.
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.
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
Please note: 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.
Wee Build
Thursdays at 9:30 AM
Storyhour Room
Stop into the Children’s Room for some free play with preschool-friendly building toys. 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.
Babies Boogie Storytime (Ages birth-24 months)
Mondays at 9:15 AM (No storytime September 2)
Wednesdays at 10:15 AM
Community Room
Stories, songs, and bounces for children ages birth to 24 months, followed by time to play and socialize. Siblings welcome.
Pajama Storytime (All ages)
Tuesday, September 10 & 24 at 7:00 PM
Storyhour Room
Stories, songs, and movement activities before bedtime for children of all ages. Pajamas welcome (not required).
Teddy Bear Storytime (Age 2)
Wednesdays 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)
Wednesdays at 11:00 AM
Community Room
Stories, songs, and movement activities for children ages 3-5. Siblings welcome.
Fun, brain-building, and free! No registration required. You do not need to attend every session.
Lunch Bunch Storytime (All ages)
Thursdays at 12:00 PM
Outside
Stories, songs, and movement activities for children of all ages. Bring a lunch or snack (not required).
Meet outside at the pavillion. May be moved inside depending on weather.
Supported Small Group Story Time
Monday, September 30 at 10:30 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.
Stop by the library to meet up with other Pokemon 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 pokemon cards you no longer need? Consider donating them to the library.
Tinkering Club (Ages 5-10)
Monday, September 16 at 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.
Lego Club (Ages 5 and up)
Monday, September 30 at 4 PM
Community Room
Stop by the library to complete our monthly challenge or just have some free building time. No registration required. For safety reasons, preschoolers MUST be accompanied by an adult.
Go to ouronline calendar to see our planned events along with more information.
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
Your Voice, Your Vote
Tuesday, September 10 -- 7:00-8:00 PM
Community Room
Join Adam Blum, Voter Engagement Specialist with Montgomery County Voters Services.
This is not a formal presentation -- Ryan will help you feel confident about the voting process by being available to answer questions and assist with voter registration forms, mail-in ballots, change of address, etc. He will also have forms and literature for you to take home.
Adam will also be here on Tues, October 8 from 2pm - 3pm.
This question and answer session will be held in-person at the library.
Do you need help getting around without a car? Join us in the Community Room to receive information about signing up and using TransNet (Montgomery County) and BCT (Bucks County).
TransNet will provide safe, reliable, professional transportation that connects people to community resources and opportunities, enhancing the quality of life for our consumers.
Bucks County Transport, Inc. (BCT) is a private, non-profit corporation organized to provide shared ride transportation services for all Bucks County residents.
Indiana Jones: 40 Years (and Counting!) of Adventure
Thursday, September 19 — 7:00—8:00 PM
Virtual
In 1981, movie audiences were first introduced to Dr. Indiana Jones - college professor, eminent archaeologist and adventurer! Celebrate the 40th anniversary of this iconic character and the franchise like no other with this retrospective that will bring you behind the scenes of the production of each of his four films!! The secrets of the upcoming fifth film may be scarce, but this program will make you want to revisit some of the best action sequences ever shown on the silver screen!!
Presenter: Since 2012, Frank Mandoza, Film Lecturer/Host, has given a wide variety film-related talks. For eight years, he also co-hosted Reel Life, a Stoughton-based cable program, which placed second for Arts and Theater at the 17th annual Alliance for Community Media-Northeast Region (ACM-NE) Video Festival in November 2015.
What happens when a skeleton is discovered? How do scientists use bones to solve crimes? Join Amanda McCall to learn about the role of forensic anthropology in criminal investigation, and what can be learned from examining skeletal remains.
Presenter: Amanda McCall, Museum Educator, Mütter Museum
About The Mutter Museum: "America’s finest museum of medical history, the Mütter Museum displays its beautifully preserved collections of anatomical specimens, models, and medical instruments in a 19th-century “cabinet museum” setting. The museum helps the public understand the mysteries and beauty of the human body and to appreciate the history of diagnosis and treatment of disease".
The Celtic Cultural Club explores various aspects of Celtic culture and history. We will discuss topics from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Isle of Mann, Cornwall, Galicia, and Brittany. Whether you have Celtic heritage or are simply learning, you are welcome to join us.
We meet the fourth Saturday of the month at 2 pm.
September Discussion:
The Irish Potato Famine, also known as the “Great Hunger,” was a period of hunger and struggle that changed Irish history forever. Millions either died or emigrated to flee the escape the famine. We will discuss the events leading up the Famine, the Famine itself, and the impact it had on Ireland and the world.
Join Tom Kolsky as he discusses the Clash of Destinies in a Holy Land: Reflections on the Genesis, Evolution, and Current State of the Zionist/Israeli-Palestinian Conflict.
In conformity with the goals of Dialogue without Frontiers, the purpose of the event is to promote an open, civil, and constructive discussion of important issues of public interest at a time of growing polarization. Through an honest dialogue, the program is intended to shed the light of better understanding of events surrounding the current conflict in the Middle East.
Presenter: MCCC Professor Emeritus of History and Political Science Dr. Thomas Kolsky. He earned his Ph.D. in History from George Washington University. From 1987 -2015, he hosted Issues and Insights, a campus interview/talk show and a lecture series program that was designed to expose the college and community to matters of public interests. A political maverick, he advocates peace, intellectual freedom, religious pluralism and market economy with a human face.
The British Occupation of Philadelphia during the American Revolution
Monday, September 30 -- 7 - 8 PM
In-Person Program in the Community Room
On Sept. 26, 1777, the British army marched into Philadelphia, beginning an occupation that lasted until the following spring. Its arrival led Patriots to flee and Loyalists to rejoice, although wartime shortages soon led to suffering for those who remained in the city. The occupation brought no concrete gains. The British abandoned the city the following June, but not before holding the most elaborate, expensive party ever held in the American colonies.
Join local historian, lecturer and tour guide, Michael Jesberger to explore what life was like in Philadelphia when it was under the control of the British troops.
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Any questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
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, 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, September 7 — 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.
Open Mic Night
Monday, September 9 — 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.
Tuesday, September 10— 6:30—8:30 PM Pennsylvania 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
Socratic Discussions on Education and Learning
Tuesday, September 17— 7:00—8:00 PM
Community Room
A roundtable discussion of 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. Please register each month. 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 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.
Aspiring writers meet to discuss writing and encourage each other's efforts. All are welcome.
Having Ancestors for Lunch
Join us for our lunchtime programs on genealogy. Bring a brown-bag lunch if you like. Time will be available at the end of each program for informal group and individual discussion and research.
(in person, or by phone), via email at mporter@ivpl.org, or click the links for each program above.
Movie Matinee:
Tuesday, September 24— 2:00—4:00 PM
Community Room
Arthur the King (PG-13)
Over the course of ten days and 435 miles, an unbreakable bond is forged between pro adventure racer Michael Light (Mark Wahlberg) and a scrappy street dog companion dubbed Arthur. Based on a true story.
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the library while watching a film on our big screen. For the titles of upcoming movies, visit the Reference Desk or call the library at 215-723-9109, ext 3.
Knitwits
Tuesday, September 3, 10, 17, & 24 —
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, September 3 (virtual)
Tuesday, September 17 (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, September 5, 12, 19, & 26 — from 10:00—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
Optional: Volunteers may plastic bags to the program.
Tech Help
Tuesdays — 11:00 AM or 12:00 PM
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.
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.
Stammtisch German Language Group
Tuesday, September 24 — 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.
