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Join the Belmont Hills Library each Tuesday in February for a screening of four-part PBS documentary series Great Migrations: A People on the Move. Directed by Julia Marchesi and Nailah Ife Sims, this documentary "explores the transformative impact of Black migration on American culture and society. From the waves of […]
This Grab and Go offering is for Ages 3-10 ONLY - younger crafters may need adult assistance. You must register, telling the library to save a kit for you. ONE KIT PER REGISTRATION, ONE CHILD PER REGISTRATION. You will need multiple email addresses to register multiple children. We apologize for […]
Decorate a traditional red envelope to celebrate Lunar New Year, then learn about Chinese Zodiac folklore by going on an animal scavenger hunt around the children’s area and earn a special treat! Visit the children’s desk anytime between February 2-17th to participate. Please Note: The Library will be closed Wednesday, […]
2026 is the Year of the Horse. Celebrate at the Gladwyne Library with a fun craft just for kids. Drop by the children's room anytime between 3 and 5 pm to make your very own adorable horse with colorful paper, shiny stickers, and bright markers ready to create and decorate. […]
Learn how to make a modern terrarium and how to keep your air plant happy! Registration is required.
Decorate a traditional red envelope to celebrate Lunar New Year, then learn about Chinese Zodiac folklore by going on an animal scavenger hunt around the children’s area and earn a special treat! Visit the children’s desk anytime between February 2-17th to participate. Please Note: The Library will be closed Wednesday, […]
Have some fun with crazy lines, and crazy colors as we honor artist Charles McGee for Black History month. Make some really cool designs and create a 3-D picture! This is a 2 day project. Please sign up for both days - it's Tuesday and Thursday! Come and get messy! Registration […]
Teens, make a Valentine’s Day card using Easttown Library's Cricut cutting machine! Hands-on STEAM fun for teens! Explore science, tech, engineering, and math through creative projects, experiments, and challenges! Registration for this program is required (and opens 1/29). When registering, please only register the children that will be attending (no need […]
Decorate a traditional red envelope to celebrate Lunar New Year, then learn about Chinese Zodiac folklore by going on an animal scavenger hunt around the children’s area and earn a special treat! Visit the children’s desk anytime between February 2-17th to participate. Please Note: The Library will be closed Wednesday, […]
Decorate a traditional red envelope to celebrate Lunar New Year, then learn about Chinese Zodiac folklore by going on an animal scavenger hunt around the children’s area and earn a special treat! Visit the children’s desk anytime between February 2-17th to participate. Please Note: The Library will be closed Wednesday, […]
Bring your imagination and get ready for an afternoon of creativity and friendly competition at the FLY FOREVER FOBH DIY Crafts & Games event. Children are invited to explore the world of flight through hands-on activities that celebrate African-American innovators in aviation and aerospace design. Event Highlights: Create your own custom aircraft, […]
Decorate a traditional red envelope to celebrate Lunar New Year, then learn about Chinese Zodiac folklore by going on an animal scavenger hunt around the children’s area and earn a special treat! Visit the children’s desk anytime between February 2-17th to participate. Please Note: The Library will be closed Wednesday, […]
Celebrate Black History Month by learning about African American artist, Alma Thomas! Listen to a read aloud of Ablaze with Color: the Story of Painter Alma Thomas by Jeanne Walker Harvey. Then, create your own artwork inspired by the art style of Alma Thomas! For ages 5+ Required Registration begins 2/9/26
Decorate a traditional red envelope to celebrate Lunar New Year, then learn about Chinese Zodiac folklore by going on an animal scavenger hunt around the children’s area and earn a special treat! Visit the children’s desk anytime between February 2-17th to participate. Please Note: The Library will be closed Wednesday, […]
Come into the Junior Room from 12 to 5pm Tuesday through Friday and create a wonderful craft celebrating the Lunar New Year. Ages 3 and up can do one craft a day while supplies last. No registration necessary.
Join Miss Rebecca and your fellow homeschool and non-traditional schooled friends for a Lunar New Year themed story time and craft. Read a story (or two!), and then complete a themed craft. This homeschool hangout program is for ages 2+. *Ages 2-6 must have adults remain in the room for […]
Join the Belmont Hills Library each Tuesday in February for a screening of four-part PBS documentary series Great Migrations: A People on the Move. Directed by Julia Marchesi and Nailah Ife Sims, this documentary "explores the transformative impact of Black migration on American culture and society. From the waves of […]
Come into the Junior Room from 12 to 5pm Tuesday through Friday and create a wonderful craft celebrating the Lunar New Year. Ages 3 and up can do one craft a day while supplies last. No registration necessary.
Come into the Junior Room from 12 to 5pm Tuesday through Friday and create a wonderful craft celebrating the Lunar New Year. Ages 3 and up can do one craft a day while supplies last. No registration necessary.
Come into the Junior Room from 12 to 5pm Tuesday through Friday and create a wonderful craft celebrating the Lunar New Year. Ages 3 and up can do one craft a day while supplies last. No registration necessary.
Celebrate Black History Month with an action-packed afternoon of hands-on science and tech exploration. The FOBH STEM Workshop invites students and curious creators to dive into engineering, robotics, and innovation inspired by African-American trailblazers who shaped aerospace and STEM fields. Event Highlights: Build a working robot alongside special guest “Stevie the Inventor,” who will […]
Celebrate Black History Month with an action-packed afternoon of hands-on science and tech exploration at the FOBH STEM Fair. This event invites families, students, and curious creators to dive into engineering, robotics, and innovation inspired by African-American trailblazers who shaped aerospace and STEM fields. Event Highlights: Student STEM Showcase featuring creative projects, […]
Artist Justin Lockley will be speaking to teens and tweens in honor of Black History Month. He will talk about overcoming obstacles and his journey to his dream of being an artist. Registration is required.
Join the Haverford Township Free Library for an afternoon with historical interpreter, Noah Lewis who presents the life and times of Edward “Ned” Hector, a black soldier who fought in the American Revolution for the Continental Army for the cause of American Independence. Ned Hector served as a teamster (a […]
Invention Fun: Celebrating African-American Innovators! Did you know that many everyday items we use today were created by African-American inventors? Join an engaging program where kids will explore history through fun, hands-on activities! They’ll: Craft their own traffic lights, inspired by Garrett Morgan. Create tasty peanut butter treats in honor […]
Join the Belmont Hills Library each Tuesday in February for a screening of four-part PBS documentary series Great Migrations: A People on the Move. Directed by Julia Marchesi and Nailah Ife Sims, this documentary "explores the transformative impact of Black migration on American culture and society. From the waves of […]
Art Explorers: Join the Avon Grove Library for a fun-filled afternoon of art exploration! This month, celebrate Black History Month by learning about Faith Ringgold and her story quilts!
Explore, shop, and support the vibrant creativity and talent within the local community at FOBH The Marketplace, a cornerstone event of the FLY FOREVER series. This lively indoor market showcases a diverse selection of local Black-owned businesses, offering everything from artisan goods to specialty services and delicious food. Event Highlights: Meet and […]
Struggling in navigating your child’s big feelings and behaviors?
Feeling like you have no time for yourself? In this workshop, parents will learn skills to help navigate the challenges we all face in parenting.
Wear something green because St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner! Head to the Children's Room anytime between 3 and 5 pm to create a fun leprechaun craft! The library will have colorful paper, stickers, and markers.
Join the Upper Merion Library for a special St. Patrick's Day story time! Wear your green and get ready to celebrate the fun of the Irish. This 30-minute in-person program is designed for families with children ages birth-2 years old and their parent/caregiver. This story time fosters a love of books […]
Join Miss Rebecca for a drop-in story time celebrating St. Patrick's Day. All ages are invited to attend, but this story time is geared towards ages 0-6. Enjoy reading, dancing, and singing! Each story time will be an adventure! Story time will take place in the open area next to […]
Explore the Kennett Library Student Makerspace with your child during Wednesday drop-in sessions from 5–6:30 pm. Each week features a different hands-on activity—stop by for a quick look or stay and create together! This week, using what they know about science and engineering, kids can build a leprechaun bridge, explore surface […]
What's a cyanotype?? Cyanotypes are a fun and magical way to combine art and science! Teens in grades 5-12 will explore this age-old sun printing process in a hands-on workshop led by local artist Rain Black. Participants will experiment with composition, layering, and natural materials to create pieces of art using sunlight!
You’ve seen his colorful wooden signs around Berwyn, Malvern, and Paoli - now meet the artist behind them! Join us at Paoli Library for a special program with David Gerbstadt, where we’ll create our own signs, learn about his message of happiness, and take home a few fun surprises.
