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!
SAVE THE DATE
Foundation of Friends
For the third year in a row, our membership drive has surpassed $40,000. The current drive has brought in $44,415.00 from 286 donors. When we created the FOF we never imagined the kind of support we could generate for the library. Your support has enabled us to fund the following projects:
Our work isn't done. We will continue to fund special projects for the library, as well as work on long term financial stability. This year's membership drive runs through April. If you wish to support the FOF's mission, you may do so at https://www.ivpl.org/becoming-a-friend.
2022-2023 Annual Appeal
I want to take some time to thank you for your support. This year's annual appeal is doing fantastic. 570 of you have donated since the mailing went out in mid-November and have raised $66,393.50.
This videohighlights some of the activities IVPl provides to the community. This is all possible becasue of your support. Donationsto the library help cover our operating expenses.
More videos highlighting IVPL's activities, clubs, and other resources can be found here.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you wish to speak about supporting the library.
Activity Sheets, Mini-books, Printable Packs, & Lessons to Use in Class or at Home. Thousands of Teacher-Approved A+ Teaching Resources for Grades Pre-K to 6. Trusted Resources. Grades Pre-K To 6. Created By Teachers. Printables & Mini-Books.
If you use hoopla® through IVPL, you’ll experience some service changes beginning this month (January 2023).
We are implementing a budget cap on our hoopla service, which means that once the library has spent its budgeted amount of money on hoopla checkouts per day, no more checkouts will be allowed for anyone until the next day begins.
We know that hoopla is a popular service with our patrons. We love offering hoopla to patrons and will continue to do so. To make the service sustainable within the confines of the library’s budget, we’ve had to set this new limit.
This change does not affect Libby/OverDrive. If you have questions about the new hoopla limits, send a note to refdesk@ivpl.org.
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 January 14th & 28th at 1 PM
Pennsylvania Room
Gather to play Dungeons & Dragons and other tabletop role playing games. Best for Grades 7-12.
Crafts for a Cause: MLK Day of Service (All ages)
Monday, January 15 — 10:30 AM—12:30 PM
Community Room
Stop by the library to complete a craft project to benefit the library and other community organizations. No registration required. Crafters of all ages welcome.
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.
Family Art Exploration (Ages 3-8)
Monday, January 22 — 4:00 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 emailingyouthservices@ivpl.org.
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.
ABC Learn with Me (Ages Birth to 3)
Friday, January 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th — 10:30 AM
Community Room
During this 5 week, play based series, children and their caregivers are encouraged to play together. Each week, a professional in a specific topic (education, early childhood development, speech, nutrition, and movement) will be available to answer questions. We will end the 50 minute play time with some songs. Registration is required and opens December 18. Participants should plan to attend all 5 sessions.
Topics
Jan 5 - Early Literacy and Education
Jan 12 - Early Childhood Development
Jan 19 - Speech and Language
Jan 26 - Fine Motor Skills and Feeding
Feb 2 - Gross Motor Skills and Movement
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.
Pajama Storytime (All ages)
Tuesday, January 9 & 23 — 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, January 15, 22 & 29 at 9:15 AM
Tuesday, January 16 & 30 at 10:15 AM
Wednesdays, January 17, 24, & 31 at
10:15 AM
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.
Teddy Bear Storytime (2 year olds)
Wednesdays, January 17, 24, & 31
at 9:30 AM
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, January 17, 24, & 31 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. Come when you can. Bring as many people as you would like.
Lunch Bunch Storytime (All Ages)
Thursday, January 18 & 25 at 12:00 PM
Community Room
Stories, songs, and movement activities for children of all ages. Bring a lunch or snack (not required).
Fun, brain-building, and free! No registration required. Come when you can. Bring as many people as you would like.
Supported Small Group Storytime
Monday, January 22 — 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.
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, January 8, 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.
Junior Engineers (Ages 5-10)
Tuesday, January 9 at 5 PM
During this program, you will be invited to work in a small group to solve an engineering challenge with provided materials.
Tinkering Club (Ages 5-10)
Monday, January 15 at 4 PM
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.
Lego Club (Youth Ages 5 and up)
Tuesday, January 16 at 5 PM
Monday, January 29 at 4 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.
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
PA Medi (formerly APPRISE) Thursday January
4 & 18 — 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.
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
Tai Chi Gung Class
Friday, January 5 & 12 2:00—3:00 PM
Community Room
Friday Tai Chi Gung Classes
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******
Forgotten Voices Poetry Group
Saturday, January 6 — 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
Open Mic Night
Monday, January 8 — 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.
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.
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This program will be held in the Pennsylvania Room at the library. Enter your information below to register. Questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org. Register here.
Sip & Swipe Cafe
Mondays, January 22nd, 29th, February 5th, & February 12th at 2 pm
Only register if you can attend all four sessions: 1/22/24, 1/29/24, 2/5/24, 2/12/24
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.
If you have specific questions about your tablet or iPad, please register for Tech Help.
Writers Workshop
Sunday January 21 2:00—4:00 PM
Community Room
Aspiring writers meet to discuss writing and encourage each other's efforts. All are welcome.
Antisemitism Revisited with Tom Kolsky
Saturday, January 27 — 2:00—3:30 PM
Community Room
In-Person Program
Join Tom Kolsky for an examination of and discussion about Antisemitism, the hostility, discrimination, and prejudice against Jews. The focus will be on the religious, social, and political forces surrounding its origins, outbursts, and spread during periods of societal stress and upheaval. An attempt will also be made to explore the recent Israel-Gaza war and its relevance to the issues related to Antisemitism.
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 Israel-Hamas War.
About the 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.
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This program will be held in the Community Room. Click here to register. Questions? Contact DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
Quizzo
Thursday, January 25 — 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).
Backyard Bouquets: Planning Your Flower Garden & Starting Seeds
Monday, January 29 — 7:00—8:00 PM
Community Room
Join us for an enjoyable and beginner-friendly discussion on planning a summer cut flower garden! This practical presentation will cover how to best plan your cutting garden - including how to choose and source seed varieties, mapping out your garden, preparing beds, and a comprehensive guide to (easily and affordably) starting seeds indoors. We will also provide a demonstration on soil blocking, an increasingly popular and sustainable method for seed starting.
About the presenter: After Dr. Alanna Messner-Scholl stepped back from her career in mental healthcare to focus on raising her two young children, she began flower gardening as a light-hearted hobby. The garden eventually grew (literally and figuratively!) into Wavy Roo Florals, a studio flower shop using primarily local, homegrown flowers.
This program will be held in our conference room at the library. Click here to register. Questions? Email DeAnne O'Brien at dobrien@ivpl.org.
Movie Matinee
Tuesday, January 30 — 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.
My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3
Following the death of the family patriarch, the Portokalos family decides to embark on a grand odyssey to his homeland in Greece for a no-holds-barred family reunion. Along the way, each member of the Portokalos clan experiences a host of mishaps and uplifting situations that ultimately strengthen their enduring bonds of family. The story is the third installment in the series franchise.
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.
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, January 2 (virtual)
Tuesday, January 16 (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.
Board Game Night for Adults
Tuesday, January 9th — 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.
Sleeping Mat Project with Integrate for Good
Thursdays, January 18 & 25 — 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
Le Cercle Francais
Thursday, January 11 & 25 — 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, January 30 — 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.
