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LUDINGTON: Story Time with Mr Laurent
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear a great story and sing silly songs with Mr. Laurent
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Bring your device and get your technology questions answered! Registration is required.
Note that this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Ms. Dawnita's Story Time
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Come join Ms. Dawnita for a entertaining and fun story time!
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Writing Help
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Drop-in to get assistance with a variety of writing tasks. A Professor from the University of Pennsylvania Critical Writing Program will be on hand to answer questions. She cannot assist with legal or financial documents. No registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
LUDINGTON: Sensory Play
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Come join us every Thursday night in the Children's Room for Sensory Play. Educational toys will be out for the kids to play with. This includes store set, play doh, soft building blocks and many others.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
Stuffed Animal Sleepover (PENN WYNNE LIBRARY)
6:30 PM
Kids bring their stuffed animal (not their favorite--one they can "bear" to spend a night without!) to hear a couple of stories, sing songs, and tuck in their stuffed friend. The librarians will take care of the stuffed friends overnight and take lots of photos of what they get up to! Return to the library after 11 AM the next day (Friday) to pick up your child's stuffed friend and find out how they spent their night!
Registration is limited; online registration begins April 18th! Please see below.
LOCATION: Penn Wynne Library
There are 3 spaces available.
Ancient Voices performance at Ludington Library
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for this free event! What happens when award-winning Native American flutist David Rose teams up with award-winning Whisperings pianist Dan Kennedy? Ancient Voices. Their don't-miss performances are entertaining and educational as they engage audiences in musical insight and conversation.
Spirit Wind Records recording DAVID ROSE, of Mexican/Indian and Native American heritage (Choctaw/Cherokee), has been a lifelong musician. David's flute music has been featured Mars Lasar's “Tahoe Spirit,” MSNBC, and at multiple gatherings around the USA.
Whisperings pianist DAN KENNEDY has performed throughout New England and across the country. Classically trained at Oberlin and New England Conservatory, Dan’s music has been heard on 250 radio stations, plus Pandora, Spotify, Music Choice, and SiriusXM.
For more information please visit www.AncientVoices.us
Spirit Wind Records recording DAVID ROSE, of Mexican/Indian and Native American heritage (Choctaw/Cherokee), has been a lifelong musician. David's flute music has been featured Mars Lasar's “Tahoe Spirit,” MSNBC, and at multiple gatherings around the USA.
Whisperings pianist DAN KENNEDY has performed throughout New England and across the country. Classically trained at Oberlin and New England Conservatory, Dan’s music has been heard on 250 radio stations, plus Pandora, Spotify, Music Choice, and SiriusXM.
For more information please visit www.AncientVoices.us
This program is generously funded through the Margery B. Hall Programming Fund.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
LUDINGTON: Meditation Time for Kids
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Children's Story Time Room - 10am Friday, April 26th.
Bizette and Maria are a mother/daughter duo who just wrote a children’s book about meditation. They love to empower children through meditation to take control of their emotions instead of their emotions controlling them. Bizette and Maria use yoga, meditation and mindfulness games and breathing techniques to guide children to find their power. Teaching children how to handle big emotions at a young age is just a gift so they grow into happier and healthier adults. All ages welcome.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
Story Time - Bala Cynwyd
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - Little Global Citizens: Multicultural Virtues Classes
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
This program is for both parents and children. Presented by Baha'is of Lower Merion and parents of Stand Up Lower Merion.
Ends for the summer on Saturday, May 25.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Belmont Hills Library: LEGO Day
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Kids, tweens, teens, and adults are invited to join us in the community meeting room for a day of building. You bring the imagination and we’ll provide the bricks. We’ll take photos of your fabulous creations and post on the library’s FB page.
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
ARDMORE - Teen Craft: Painted Succulent Planter
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Celebrate spring by painting your own mini planter! (Plants not included). Registration required. Ages 13-18.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 10 spaces available.
Belmont Hills Library: Adulting 101 for Teens
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Learn the importance of saving now for later, how to write a check, and other financial literacy essentials. Registration encouraged so we have enough supplies.
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
There are 19 spaces available.
Ardmore Kitchen Tour
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Save the date for an afternoon of touring recently renovated kitchens in the area. Tickets and more information can be found at www.ardmorekitchentour.org.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Mr Laurent
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Laurent is back to doing Monday story times. Come enjoy the story with some crazy songs.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
Belmont Hills Library: Library Play Group
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Open to parents of young children who need a safe space to meet and greet other paresnts and children. Books, puzzles, and toys will be provided. Parents can bring a snack and/or lunch for their child, but please be mindful of allergies.
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
ARDMORE - Story Time
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us for a story and a craft, every Monday at 11:30am.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Graphic Novel Book Club (PENN WYNNE LIBRARY)
4:30 PM
Join us for the second meeting of our Graphic Novel Book Club! For Grades 3-5, this program will include a discussion of the
book chosen at our February meeting, and will be followed by a project. Snacks will be provided. Registration is required, and will open on April 22. Please see below.
LOCATION: Penn Wynne Library
There are 25 spaces available.
Mondays with Murray
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Murray, the nicest and friendliest poodle in Bala Cynwyd, is a licensed therapy dog. Murray will be accompanied by her owner Peggy. Murray loves when children read her stories, belly rubs are optional! Registration is required - reserve your time slot today! Contact the Junior Room for details.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
Needlepoint for Beginners
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Have you always wanted to learn how to do needlepoint? A beginners' class will start on March 4 and will run for 10 weeks. All materials will be provided, but you will need to bring your own scissors. The class is taught by one of our volunteers who has been doing needlepoint for almost 30 years, and has led classes in Lower Merion Library System for several years.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Miss Jackie
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sings songs and dance. Hear a great story too.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
Belmont Hills Library: Miss Gwen's Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us each and every Tuesday at 10:30 for a fun-filled half hour of stories and songs!
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
Story Time - Bala Cynwyd
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - Tuesday Matinee
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us for free movie screenings at the library!
February is dedicated to a beloved family of lions. In March, we're celebrating Women's History Month with a tour through a history of women in musicals. And April is all about spring!
February 5 - The Lion King (1994) Rated G
February 12 - The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride (1998) Rated G
February 19 - The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar (2015) Rated TV-Y
February 26 - The Lion Guard: The Rise of Scar (2016) Rated TV-Y
March 5 - Singin' in the Rain (1952) Rated G
March 12 - The Wiz (1978) Rated G
March 19 - Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella (1997) Rated G
March 26 - Mama Mia! Here We Go Again (2018) Rated PG-13
April 2 - Winnie the Pooh (2011) Rated G
April 9 - Peter Rabbit (2018) Rated PG
April 16 - Hop (2011) Rated PG
April 23 - Trolls (2016) Rated PG
April 30 - Dr. Seuss' The Lorax (2012) Rated PG
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Smoke Free
5:30 PM
This free program presented by Main Line Health addresses the physical and psychological addiction to smoking.
Registration suggested at 484-227-FREE
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Knitting Group
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bring your knitting project and chat with fellow knitters.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Belmont Hills Library: Chair Yoga
7:00 PM - 7:50 PM
Join occupational therapist Stacey Saleff for a five week series of chiar yoga classes. The class will be an introduction to gentle stretching and poses, suitable for all experience levels. Ages 16 and up.
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Miss Gail
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come to a special story time today with Miss Gail. Make and take home your very own May Basket after story time.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - 1st Wednesday Book Club
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Join us for our 1st Wednesday Book Club that meets in the Processing Center Meeting Room. New members are always welcome!
May 1 - Fly Girls by Keith O'Brien
June 5 - Educated: a memoir by Tara Westover
July 3 - The Great Alone by Kristen Hannah
Aug 7 - The Woman Who Smashed Codes by Jason Fagone
Sept 4 - Life After Life: a novel by Kate Atkinson
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Family Game Night
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bring a friend and play various board, card, and tabletop games at Family Game Night! 1st Wednesday of every month from 5-7pm. Instructions are included with each game, so don’t be afraid to try something new!
Current games include:
- Chess / Checkers / Backgammon
- Canasta / any other playing card game (Jumbo Print cards available)
- Monopoly
- Scrabble
- Clue
- Candy Land
- Sorry!
- Connect 4
- Pictionary
- Pass the Pigs
- Dungeons & Dragons: We have the 5th edition Starter Set (ages 12+), as well as an official simplified adventure called Monster Slayers: The Heroes of Hesiod (ages 6+).
Games may also be borrowed from the front desk to be played in the library at any time.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Understanding & Demystifying College Admissions with Cigus Vanni (PENN WYNNE LIBRARY)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Cigus Vanni returns to guide students and parents in the college admissions process. There are four sessions in this series occurring every Wednesday evening from 5/1 through 5/22. Cigus will discuss a different topic at each one, so it is recommended to attend all four. Parents and their college-bound teens are encouraged to attend. No registration necessary.
LOCATION: Penn Wynne Library
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Mr Laurent
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Mr Laurent is the king of story time - come hear his colorful way of telling a story.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Ms. Dawnita's Story Time
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Come join Ms. Dawnita for a entertaining and fun story time!
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Teen Crafternoon: Seed Bombs & Beeswax Candles
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Need a gift for Mother's Day? We will be creating hand rolled seed bombs from a mixture of clay, compost and flower seeds. The seeds will be a pollinator friendly mix aimed at attracting Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds and the like. We'll also have a second station where we'll be making candles out of beeswax. Both crafts make wonderful gifts!
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - Writing Help
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Drop-in to get assistance with a variety of writing tasks. A Professor from the University of Pennsylvania Critical Writing Program will be on hand to answer questions. She cannot assist with legal or financial documents. No registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
S.T.E.M. Play
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
STEM activities and ideas help your children learn core skills. STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering and math. Stations will be set up to encourage your child to explore each of these subjects.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
Belmont Hills Library: Energy Medicine Workshop
6:30 PM
In this class, you will become aware of the energetic make-up of the human body, which is known as the aura or the human energy field. You will learn how to use it to create physical and emotional balance in your life.
Additionally, you will become aware of techniques to practice to strengthen and enhance your energy field.
Presenter: Kathryn Landis, MSW
Kathryn is a psychiatric social worker with 20 years of experience in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. She has been an energy medicine practitioner for 20+ years. She welcomes the opportunity to educate people and to work one-on-one with them.
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
The Phillies Throughout the Years
7:00 PM
Experience a rare glimpse inside the Philadelphia Phillies first ten decades, including their colorful events, ballparks, and personalities.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - Little Global Citizens: Multicultural Virtues Classes
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
This program is for both parents and children. Presented by Baha'is of Lower Merion and parents of Stand Up Lower Merion.
Ends for the summer on Saturday, May 25.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Star Wars Day
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Help build an R2-D2 droid and learn about robotics! Ages 8 and up. Registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 7 spaces available.
Belmont Hills Library: Art Exhibit Opening: Kimberly Glyder
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us as we unveil our new art exhibit space and welcome award-winning local artist and designer Kimberly Glyder.
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
Annual Penn Wynne Library Craft Fair/Bake Sale!
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Wynne Library is gearing up for its annual craft fair/bake sale. Since 2008, local artisans have showcased everything from handcrafted jewelry, raku pottery, and ceramics to cat toys, children's headbands, and scented soaps. Join us to meet new vendors, greet our regulars, and sample some tasty treats, all to benefit our awesome library!
LOCATION: Penn Wynne Library
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Mr Laurent
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Mr Laurent is back on Mondays for the month of May. Come hear a great story and sing some crazy songs.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
Belmont Hills Library: Library Play Group
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Open to parents of young children who need a safe space to meet and greet other paresnts and children. Books, puzzles, and toys will be provided. Parents can bring a snack and/or lunch for their child, but please be mindful of allergies.
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
ARDMORE - Story Time
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us for a story and a craft, every Monday at 11:30am.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
K-2 Book Club: Rainbow Fish (PENN WYNNE LIBRARY)
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Come join us for a story reading and art activities based upon the famous children’s book, Rainbow Fish! Ms. Lindsay will read the story, discuss the book, and then each participant will work on a few art and friendship lessons based upon the themes of the work. Registration is required and opens on 4/29. Please see below!
LOCATION: Penn Wynne Library
Registration will begin on
Monday, April 29, 2019 at 8:00 AM
Mondays with Murray
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Murray, the nicest and friendliest poodle in Bala Cynwyd, is a licensed therapy dog. Murray will be accompanied by her owner Peggy. Murray loves when children read her stories, belly rubs are optional! Registration is required - reserve your time slot today! Contact the Junior Room for details.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
Needlepoint for Beginners
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Have you always wanted to learn how to do needlepoint? A beginners' class will start on March 4 and will run for 10 weeks. All materials will be provided, but you will need to bring your own scissors. The class is taught by one of our volunteers who has been doing needlepoint for almost 30 years, and has led classes in Lower Merion Library System for several years.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
The Justice Bell Story and the Pennsylvania Women’s Suffrage Movement
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Amanda Owen, Executive Director of the Justice Bell Foundation, presents the little-known story of how a bronze bell became a celebrated symbol of the women’s suffrage movement. The Justice Bell helped rally support around suffragists in Pennsylvania, who were agitating for the right to vote in the crucial years leading up to the passage of the Nineteeth Amendment.
The Justice Bell Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to reclaim women’s history, highlight women’s contributions, and to honor the Justice Bell and its historic role in the American struggle for women’s suffrage and equal rights. Learn more at www.justicebell.org
LOCATION: Ludington Library
LUDINGTON: Mother's Day Story Time with Miss Jackie
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come sing songs and dance with Miss Jackie. Hear great a great story about mom.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
Belmont Hills Library: Miss Gwen's Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us each and every Tuesday at 10:30 for a fun-filled half hour of stories and songs!
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
ARDMORE - Tuesday Matinee
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us for free movie screenings at the library!
The last Tuesday of each month this summer will be a PG-13 movie. We have new releases in May and a few movies about pets in June. Our theme this summer is A Universe of Stories, so many of the movies in July and August are space-themed. We also have films that will appeal to teens and adults sprinkled throughout.
May 7 - At Eternity's Gate (2018) Rated PG-13
May 14 - Mary Poppins Returns (2018) Rated PG
May 21 - A Wrinkle in Time (2018) Rated PG
May 28 - Green Book (2018) Rated PG-13
June 4 - Secret Life of Pets (2016) Rated PG
June 11 - Air Bud (1997) Rated PG
June 18 - Space Buddies (2009) Rated G
June 25 - First Man (2018) Rated PG-13
July 2 - Space Jam (1996) Rated PG
July 9 - E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) Rated PG
July 16 - Spaceballs (1987) Rated PG
July 23 - Galaxy Quest (1999) Rated PG
July 30 - Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018) Rated PG-13
August 6 - WALL-E (2008) Rated G
August 13 - Treasure Planet (2002) Rated PG
August 20 - Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018) Rated PG
August 27 - On the Basis of Sex (2018) Rated PG-13
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bring your device or use our Chromebook to have your questions answered by one of our staff. Registration is required.
Note this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Creative Community: Beginning Drawing
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Learn the basics of drawing in this eight week class for adults. This class is perfect for those who've always wanted to try drawing, but don't know where to start. We will draw from observation and from photographs, and learn various techniques for improving our hand-eye coordination. You will learn that drawing is not a “natural” talent, but a skill that can be learned and practiced! No previous drawing experience is necessary.
Registration is required. Please plan on attending all eight sessions on the following dates:
Tuesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, and June 4, 11, 18, and 25.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 2 spaces available.
Smoke Free
5:30 PM
This free program presented by Main Line Health addresses the physical and psychological addiction to smoking.
Registration suggested at 484-227-FREE
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Knitting Group
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bring your knitting project and chat with fellow knitters.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Teen Book Group: Deeper than Our Skins
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
Deeper than Our Skins is a social justice focused discussion group for teens. Join us for pizza, conversation, and an introduction to our first book-- a graphic novel called The Shadow Hero by Gene Luen Yang. Participants will receive a journal and a copy of the book to keep!
Registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 15 spaces available.
Belmont Hills Library: Chair Yoga
7:00 PM - 7:50 PM
Join occupational therapist Stacey Saleff for a five week series of chiar yoga classes. The class will be an introduction to gentle stretching and poses, suitable for all experience levels. Ages 16 and up.
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
Needlepointers Club
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us to needlepoint with a group. Space is limited - please sign up at the reference desk.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Miss Gail
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear a great story with Miss Gail and do a craft afterwards. We are celebrating Mother's Day - Come make a Mother's Day Goody Bag.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
Mother's & Father's Day Craft
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Let's make a Mother's Day gift and card for "Mom" plus a Father's Day gift for Dad. The Gift is a Surprise.
All ages Welcome. Register Here.
LOCATION: Gladwyne Library
There are many spaces available.
Belmont Hills Library: Mother's Day PJ Story Time and Craft
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Wear your PJ's and bring a lovey as we celebrate mom or another special woman in our life.
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
ARDMORE - Lego Club
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Come to the library for open play with LEGO® blocks the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Understanding & Demystifying College Admissions with Cigus Vanni (PENN WYNNE LIBRARY)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Cigus Vanni returns to guide students and parents in the college admissions process. There are four sessions in this series occurring every Wednesday evening from 5/1 through 5/22. Cigus will discuss a different topic at each one, so it is recommended to attend all four. Parents and their college-bound teens are encouraged to attend. No registration necessary.
LOCATION: Penn Wynne Library
LUDINGTON: Mr. Laurent's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Mr Laurent is the king of story time - come hear his colorful way of telling a story.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Bring your device and get your technology questions answered! Registration is required.
Note that this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Ms. Dawnita's Story Time
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Come join Ms. Dawnita for a entertaining and fun story time!
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Writing Help
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Drop-in to get assistance with a variety of writing tasks. A Professor from the University of Pennsylvania Critical Writing Program will be on hand to answer questions. She cannot assist with legal or financial documents. No registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
S.T.E.M. Play
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
STEM activities and ideas help your children learn core skills. STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering and math. Stations will be set up to encourage your child to explore each of these subjects.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - Canasta
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Come learn and play this classic card game. Both beginners and experienced players are welcome. Registration is required.
Once a month on select Fridays.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 10 spaces available.
Penn Wynne 5K
7:45 AM - 10:30 AM
Celebrate springtime with a 5K or 1 M Fun Run! The Penn Wynne HSA and Penn Wynne Library Association will be hosting our annual run rain or shine. Registration is $25 for the 5K and $10 for the 1 M Fun Run. Check out www.pennwynne5k.org for more information.
LOCATION: Penn Wynne Elementary School
ARDMORE - Little Global Citizens: Multicultural Virtues Classes
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
This program is for both parents and children. Presented by Baha'is of Lower Merion and parents of Stand Up Lower Merion.
Ends for the summer on Saturday, May 25.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Trivia & Meet with the author of Goodbye, Mr. Spalding (PENN WYNNE LIBRARY)
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come meet local author Jennifer Robin Barr, the author of the newly published Goodbye, Mr. Spalding! After her introduction, Ms. Lindsay will host a trivia game filled with baseball and other sports questions. One lucky participant will win 2 tickets to the May 18th Phillies game! Registration is required and opens on 5/4. Please see below.
LOCATION: Penn Wynne Library
Registration will begin on
Saturday, May 4, 2019 at 8:00 AM
ARDMORE - Teddy Bear Picnic
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bring a Teddy Bear and wear a disguise to enjoy a special picnic! Ages 3 and up. Registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 14 spaces available.
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Mr Laurent
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Mr Laurent is back on Mondays for the month of May. Come hear a great story and sing some crazy songs.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
Merge Dance
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
We had so much fun with Miss Chrisa this summer that we're bringing her back once a month. Join us for a half hour of music and dance. Ages: 0-3. No registration Required.
LOCATION: Gladwyne Library
Belmont Hills Library: Library Play Group
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Open to parents of young children who need a safe space to meet and greet other paresnts and children. Books, puzzles, and toys will be provided. Parents can bring a snack and/or lunch for their child, but please be mindful of allergies.
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
Yoga @ Play
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Come back and join us for some more Yoga@Play hosted at The Gladwyne Library.
DATES: May 13th.
REGISTER HERE.
LOCATION: Performance Fitness
There are many spaces available.
ARDMORE - Story Time
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us for a story and a craft, every Monday at 11:30am.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Read to Skittles the Dog
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Kids can come practice their reading skills with Skittles the therapy dog.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Mondays with Murray
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Murray, the nicest and friendliest poodle in Bala Cynwyd, is a licensed therapy dog. Murray will be accompanied by her owner Peggy. Murray loves when children read her stories, belly rubs are optional! Registration is required - reserve your time slot today! Contact the Junior Room for details.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
Belmont Hills Library: DeCluttering Workshop
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
DeClutter2Delight Mindful Clutter Control with Gari Julius Weilbacher, Life Coach
In a judgment-free zone, find out how we all benefit when you can find your keys! Learn that you're not alone in this struggle. Come with one question about the process. Leave with one assignment.
CONTACT: Belmont Hills Library 6106648427 ebarrie@lmls.org
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
LUDINGTON: Miss Jackie's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come sing songs and dance with Miss Jackie. Hear a great story too.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
Belmont Hills Library: Miss Gwen's Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us each and every Tuesday at 10:30 for a fun-filled half hour of stories and songs!
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
ARDMORE - Tuesday Matinee
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us for free movie screenings at the library!
The last Tuesday of each month this summer will be a PG-13 movie. We have new releases in May and a few movies about pets in June. Our theme this summer is A Universe of Stories, so many of the movies in July and August are space-themed. We also have films that will appeal to teens and adults sprinkled throughout.
May 7 - At Eternity's Gate (2018) Rated PG-13
May 14 - Mary Poppins Returns (2018) Rated PG
May 21 - A Wrinkle in Time (2018) Rated PG
May 28 - Green Book (2018) Rated PG-13
June 4 - Secret Life of Pets (2016) Rated PG
June 11 - Air Bud (1997) Rated PG
June 18 - Space Buddies (2009) Rated G
June 25 - First Man (2018) Rated PG-13
July 2 - Space Jam (1996) Rated PG
July 9 - E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) Rated PG
July 16 - Spaceballs (1987) Rated PG
July 23 - Galaxy Quest (1999) Rated PG
July 30 - Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018) Rated PG-13
August 6 - WALL-E (2008) Rated G
August 13 - Treasure Planet (2002) Rated PG
August 20 - Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018) Rated PG
August 27 - On the Basis of Sex (2018) Rated PG-13
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bring your device or use our Chromebook to have your questions answered by one of our staff. Registration is required.
Note this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Creative Community: Beginning Drawing
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Learn the basics of drawing in this eight week class for adults. This class is perfect for those who've always wanted to try drawing, but don't know where to start. We will draw from observation and from photographs, and learn various techniques for improving our hand-eye coordination. You will learn that drawing is not a “natural” talent, but a skill that can be learned and practiced! No previous drawing experience is necessary.
Registration is required. Please plan on attending all eight sessions on the following dates:
Tuesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, and June 4, 11, 18, and 25.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Knitting Group
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bring your knitting project and chat with fellow knitters.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Youth Art Workshop: Cats!
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
Learn how to draw a cat step-by-step! We will draw together, or you can draw from your own imagination. When you’re finished drawing, add your own style and environment, and color it with watercolor paints or markers (Ages 6-12). Registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 11 spaces available.
Belmont Hills Library: Chair Yoga
7:00 PM - 7:50 PM
Join occupational therapist Stacey Saleff for a five week series of chiar yoga classes. The class will be an introduction to gentle stretching and poses, suitable for all experience levels. Ages 16 and up.
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Miss Gail
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear a great story with Miss Gail and do a craft afterwards. We are paying tribute to animal babies with feathers and fur.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
Hip and Knee Pain Discussion
2:00 PM
An orthopedic specialist will discuss non-surgical treatments for joint pain and replacement procedures at Main Line Health Hospitals.
Registration is required at www.mainlineorg/events
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Monster Slayers (D&D for Kids)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Ages 6 and up, plus parents! Come learn how to play an official simplified version of Dungeons & Dragons by taking on the role of a hero-in-training. A great introduction to role-playing games. Registration is required for each session.
May 15 - Monster Slayers: Heroes of Hesiod
May 22 - Monster Slayers: Champions of the Elements
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 5 spaces available.
HOW TO USE YOUR HUMAN ENERGY FIELD TO CREATE BALANCE IN YOUR LIFE
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday May 15th 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Presenter: Kathryn Landis, MSW
In this class you will become aware of the energetic make-up of the human body, which is known as the aura or the human energy field. Time will be taken to practice these techniques as well. Through visual demonstration you will also be able to see the movement of energy via various portals that are located throughout the human body.
Kathryn is a psychiatric social worker with 20 years experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She has been an energy medicine practitioner for 20+ years. She welcomes the opportunity to educate people and to work one-on-one with them.
LOCATION: Gladwyne Library
There are many spaces available.
Riverbend at Bala Library
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Come join us for this family-friendly event! Learn to tell the difference between birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians by observing their physical characteristics. Registration is required, please contact the Junior Room to sign up! This program is appropriate for ages 6 and up.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
Understanding & Demystifying College Admissions with Cigus Vanni (PENN WYNNE LIBRARY)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Cigus Vanni returns to guide students and parents in the college admissions process. There are four sessions in this series occurring every Wednesday evening from 5/1 through 5/22. Cigus will discuss a different topic at each one, so it is recommended to attend all four. Parents and their college-bound teens are encouraged to attend. No registration necessary.
LOCATION: Penn Wynne Library
The Reading Railroad with Perry Hamilton
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Perry Hamilton of the Lower Merion Historical Society finishes our series on the History of the Railroads in Southeastern Pennsylvania with this talk on the history and importance of the Reading Railroad. We look forward to seeing many of the local railroad buffs at this talk.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
LUDINGTON: Mr. Laurent's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Mr Laurent is the king of story time - come hear his colorful way of telling a story.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Bring your device and get your technology questions answered! Registration is required.
Note that this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Ms. Dawnita's Story Time
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Come join Ms. Dawnita for a entertaining and fun story time!
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Writing Help
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Drop-in to get assistance with a variety of writing tasks. A Professor from the University of Pennsylvania Critical Writing Program will be on hand to answer questions. She cannot assist with legal or financial documents. No registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Belmont Hills Library: LEGO Night
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
We supply the bricks, you supply the imagination! All ages
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
S.T.E.M. Play
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
STEM activities and ideas help your children learn core skills. STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering and math. Stations will be set up to encourage your child to explore each of these subjects.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - Science in the Summer Registration Begins
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM
Register for the ever-popular Science in the Summer program today, starting at noon on Friday, May 17 for residents of Montgomery County. This year's theme is the Science of Me, including topics on DNA and how we eat, breathe, and think.
Space fills up very fast, sometimes in the first 10 minutes, so don't delay! Waitlists are available if your first choice is taken.
Visit https://www.fi.edu/scienceinthesummer for more information and to register.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Little Global Citizens: Multicultural Virtues Classes
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
This program is for both parents and children. Presented by Baha'is of Lower Merion and parents of Stand Up Lower Merion.
Ends for the summer on Saturday, May 25.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Cut the (Cable) Cord (PENN WYNNE LIBRARY)
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Want to cut your cable bill down? Come learn from Joel Aylesworth about your options when it comes to dropping, or reducing, your cable bill. He will discuss devices available, how to choose what works for you, and how to navigate the saturated world of streaming services. Registration is required, and will open one week before on 5/11. Please see below.
LOCATION: Penn Wynne Library
Registration will begin on
Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 8:00 AM
LUDINGTON: Remember Paoli - Host Jim Christ
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us for this special YA/Adult program about The Paoli Battlefield.
The battle that occurred here was also known as the "Paoli Massacre". We are welcoming the President of the Paoli Battlefield Preservation Fund, Jim Christ, as he talks about this historic battle that has been overlooked in history. This battle was fought in Malvern PA on the night of Sept 20th, 1777. It was the ninth bloodiest battle of the Revolutionary War. Jim will talk about this battle and the lasting impact it has had on the local community. History buffs won't want to miss this event. Snacks will be served.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
Belmont Hills Library: Adulting 101 for Teens, #2 Developing a Life Plan for Spending
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Continuing our financial literacy series for teens (12 years and older), this second part of a three-part series focuses on spending and saving. Registration required but walk-ins welcome; participants do not need to attend all three programs.
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
There are many spaces available.
Swedes In Space
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Join the American Swedish Historical Museum for the 2019
Collaborative Summer Reading Program to discover the wonders of space and learn what is takes to become an astronaut.
During this program families will explore the life of astronauts and their intensive training to prepare for space. We will discuss the careers of Swedish-American NASA astronaut Buzz Aldrin (the second human to set foot on the moon together with Neil Armstrong in 1969) and Christer Fuglesang, who became the first Swedish astronaut in space in 2006. Participants will experience astronaut training, then blast-off into space to complete a mission to the moon! This program will help children practice STEM and team-building skills through hands-on activities. We will end our program with making our own space shuttles to take home.
This event is Limited to 25 Children. PLEASE REGISTER HERE.
LOCATION: Gladwyne Library
There are 25 spaces available.
Phillies Game with the Penn Wynne Library Association
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Grab your tickets to see the newly added Bryce Harper on the Philadelphia Phillies baseball team! Proceeds will benefit the Penn Wynne Library. Tickets begin at $20 and can be purchased at:
https://www.mlb.com/phillies/tickets/specials/pennwynne
LOCATION: Citizens Bank Park
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Mr Laurent
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Mr Laurent is back on Mondays for the month of May. Come hear a great story and sing some crazy songs.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
Belmont Hills Library: Library Play Group
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Open to parents of young children who need a safe space to meet and greet other paresnts and children. Books, puzzles, and toys will be provided. Parents can bring a snack and/or lunch for their child, but please be mindful of allergies.
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
ARDMORE - Story Time
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us for a story and a craft, every Monday at 11:30am.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Graphic Novel Book Club (PENN WYNNE LIBRARY)
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Join Ms. Lindsay for our newly created Graphic Novel Book Club for grades 3-5. Each participant will bring a review of a recently read graphic novel, and will present it at the meeting. Afterwards, we will complete a fun comic project. Registration is required and opens on 5/13. Please see below!
LOCATION: Penn Wynne Library
Registration will begin on
Monday, May 13, 2019 at 8:00 AM
Mondays with Murray
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Murray, the nicest and friendliest poodle in Bala Cynwyd, is a licensed therapy dog. Murray will be accompanied by her owner Peggy. Murray loves when children read her stories, belly rubs are optional! Registration is required - reserve your time slot today! Contact the Junior Room for details.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
LUDINGTON: Miss Jackie's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come sing songs and dance with Miss Jackie. Hear a great story too.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - Tuesday Matinee
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us for free movie screenings at the library!
The last Tuesday of each month this summer will be a PG-13 movie. We have new releases in May and a few movies about pets in June. Our theme this summer is A Universe of Stories, so many of the movies in July and August are space-themed. We also have films that will appeal to teens and adults sprinkled throughout.
May 7 - At Eternity's Gate (2018) Rated PG-13
May 14 - Mary Poppins Returns (2018) Rated PG
May 21 - A Wrinkle in Time (2018) Rated PG
May 28 - Green Book (2018) Rated PG-13
June 4 - Secret Life of Pets (2016) Rated PG
June 11 - Air Bud (1997) Rated PG
June 18 - Space Buddies (2009) Rated G
June 25 - First Man (2018) Rated PG-13
July 2 - Space Jam (1996) Rated PG
July 9 - E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) Rated PG
July 16 - Spaceballs (1987) Rated PG
July 23 - Galaxy Quest (1999) Rated PG
July 30 - Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018) Rated PG-13
August 6 - WALL-E (2008) Rated G
August 13 - Treasure Planet (2002) Rated PG
August 20 - Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018) Rated PG
August 27 - On the Basis of Sex (2018) Rated PG-13
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bring your device or use our Chromebook to have your questions answered by one of our staff. Registration is required.
Note this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Creative Community: Beginning Drawing
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Learn the basics of drawing in this eight week class for adults. This class is perfect for those who've always wanted to try drawing, but don't know where to start. We will draw from observation and from photographs, and learn various techniques for improving our hand-eye coordination. You will learn that drawing is not a “natural” talent, but a skill that can be learned and practiced! No previous drawing experience is necessary.
Registration is required. Please plan on attending all eight sessions on the following dates:
Tuesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, and June 4, 11, 18, and 25.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Knitting Group
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bring your knitting project and chat with fellow knitters.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Needlepointers Club
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us to needlepoint with a group. Space is limited - please sign up at the reference desk.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
LUDINGTON: Memorial Day Story Time with Miss Gail
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear a great story with Miss Gail and do a craft afterwards. We will celebrate Memorial Day and have picnic play.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
Belmont Hills Library: Safety First for Teens: Healthy Relationships
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Program starts at 5:30, but join us at 5:00 for pizza! Issues covered will be relationship facts & myths, power & control, consent & boundaries, and where to get help. Please register so we know how much food to order (but walk-ins welcome).
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
There are many spaces available.
ARDMORE - Monster Slayers (D&D for Kids)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Ages 6 and up, plus parents! Come learn how to play an official simplified version of Dungeons & Dragons by taking on the role of a hero-in-training. A great introduction to role-playing games. Registration is required for each session.
May 15 - Monster Slayers: Heroes of Hesiod
May 22 - Monster Slayers: Champions of the Elements
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 5 spaces available.
Understanding & Demystifying College Admissions with Cigus Vanni (PENN WYNNE LIBRARY)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Cigus Vanni returns to guide students and parents in the college admissions process. There are four sessions in this series occurring every Wednesday evening from 5/1 through 5/22. Cigus will discuss a different topic at each one, so it is recommended to attend all four. Parents and their college-bound teens are encouraged to attend. No registration necessary.
LOCATION: Penn Wynne Library
LUDINGTON: Mr. Laurent's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Mr Laurent is the king of story time - come hear his colorful way of telling a story.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Bring your device and get your technology questions answered! Registration is required.
Note that this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Ms. Dawnita's Story Time
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Come join Ms. Dawnita for a entertaining and fun story time!
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Writing Help
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Drop-in to get assistance with a variety of writing tasks. A Professor from the University of Pennsylvania Critical Writing Program will be on hand to answer questions. She cannot assist with legal or financial documents. No registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
S.T.E.M. Play
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
STEM activities and ideas help your children learn core skills. STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering and math. Stations will be set up to encourage your child to explore each of these subjects.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - Board Game Friday
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come play a different board game each month at 1 PM on select Fridays. Registration is required for each session.
May 24 - Scrabble
June 21 - Monopoly
July 19 - Candy Land
August 16 - Pictionary
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 8 spaces available.
Pollination Power with Delaware Museum of Natural Science (PENN WYNNE LIBRARY)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Delaware Museum of Natural History has designed a special outreach program based on the fun poem by Ruth Heller, The Reason for a Flower. The program, featuring live animals, includes reading the book followed by an interactive learning experience about the importance of flowers and the animals that rely on them! Registration is required and opens on 5/17. Please see below.
Registration will begin on
Friday, May 17, 2019 at 8:00 AM
ARDMORE - Little Global Citizens: Multicultural Virtues Classes
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
This program is for both parents and children. Presented by Baha'is of Lower Merion and parents of Stand Up Lower Merion.
Ends for the summer on Saturday, May 25.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Belmont Hills Library: PA One Book Story Time and Craft
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Celebrate Memorial Day weekend by joining us for a reading of the PA One Book selection for older children, Not a Box by Antoinette Portis, and afterwards we’ll see how creative we can be with a box, tape, and markers! Aimed at children ages 5 to 9.
CONTACT: Belmont Hills Library 610-664-8427 ebarrie@lmls.org
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Mr Laurent
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Mr Laurent is back on Mondays for the month of May. Come hear a great story and sing some crazy songs.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
Great Books Discussion Group
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Come to the Bala Cynwyd Library to meet with other readers for a series of discussions. Coordinator John Dalton can provide more information about the monthly readings (610-608-7711 / jd5258875@aol.com)
This month's reading:
Stefan Zweig, Chess Story
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
LUDINGTON: Miss Jackie's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come sing songs and dance with Miss Jackie. Hear a great story too.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
Belmont Hills Library: Miss Gwen's Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us each and every Tuesday at 10:30 for a fun-filled half hour of stories and songs!
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
BALA CYNWYD - Preschool Music Program
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Ruark Downey brings a high energy program for our preschool crowd. No registration required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - Tuesday Matinee
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us for free movie screenings at the library!
The last Tuesday of each month this summer will be a PG-13 movie. We have new releases in May and a few movies about pets in June. Our theme this summer is A Universe of Stories, so many of the movies in July and August are space-themed. We also have films that will appeal to teens and adults sprinkled throughout.
May 7 - At Eternity's Gate (2018) Rated PG-13
May 14 - Mary Poppins Returns (2018) Rated PG
May 21 - A Wrinkle in Time (2018) Rated PG
May 28 - Green Book (2018) Rated PG-13
June 4 - Secret Life of Pets (2016) Rated PG
June 11 - Air Bud (1997) Rated PG
June 18 - Space Buddies (2009) Rated G
June 25 - First Man (2018) Rated PG-13
July 2 - Space Jam (1996) Rated PG
July 9 - E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) Rated PG
July 16 - Spaceballs (1987) Rated PG
July 23 - Galaxy Quest (1999) Rated PG
July 30 - Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018) Rated PG-13
August 6 - WALL-E (2008) Rated G
August 13 - Treasure Planet (2002) Rated PG
August 20 - Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018) Rated PG
August 27 - On the Basis of Sex (2018) Rated PG-13
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bring your device or use our Chromebook to have your questions answered by one of our staff. Registration is required.
Note this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Creative Community: Beginning Drawing
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Learn the basics of drawing in this eight week class for adults. This class is perfect for those who've always wanted to try drawing, but don't know where to start. We will draw from observation and from photographs, and learn various techniques for improving our hand-eye coordination. You will learn that drawing is not a “natural” talent, but a skill that can be learned and practiced! No previous drawing experience is necessary.
Registration is required. Please plan on attending all eight sessions on the following dates:
Tuesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, and June 4, 11, 18, and 25.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Knitting Group
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bring your knitting project and chat with fellow knitters.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Teen Book Group: Deeper than Our Skins
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
Join us for snacks, discussion of our first book (The Shadow Hero by Gene Luen Yang), and a creative project. We will also be introducing our next book in the series- Dreaming in Indian by Lisa Charleyboy and Mary Beth Leatherdale.
Registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Miss Gail
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear a great story with Miss Gail and do a craft afterwards. This story time is all about the beach - make a shimmering sand castle.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
LUDINGTON: Mr. Laurent's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Mr Laurent is the king of story time - come hear his colorful way of telling a story.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Bring your device and get your technology questions answered! Registration is required.
Note that this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Ms. Dawnita's Story Time
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Come join Ms. Dawnita for a entertaining and fun story time!
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Writing Help
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Drop-in to get assistance with a variety of writing tasks. A Professor from the University of Pennsylvania Critical Writing Program will be on hand to answer questions. She cannot assist with legal or financial documents. No registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
S.T.E.M. Play
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
STEM activities and ideas help your children learn core skills. STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering and math. Stations will be set up to encourage your child to explore each of these subjects.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
Write-In
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Kath Hubbard, local writer, Creative Writing professor, and former Bala Cynwyd Library Board President, will again be moderating a seminar on creative writing. Bring a paper pad and pencil to do some writing, and/or bring something you've written to share with the group.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
LUDINGTON: Mr. Laurent's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear a story and sing songs with Mr. Laurent
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Story Time
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us for a story and a craft, every Monday at 11:30am. Story time will be outside (weather permitting) from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Mondays with Murray
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Murray, the nicest and friendliest poodle in Bala Cynwyd, is a licensed therapy dog. Murray will be accompanied by her owner Peggy. Murray loves when children read her stories, belly rubs are optional! Registration is required - reserve your time slot today! Contact the Junior Room for details.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
LUDINGTON: Miss Jackie's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come dance and sing with Miss Jackie and hear a great story.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
*No Friday storytime during the summer months.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
Belmont Hills Library: Miss Gwen's Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us each and every Tuesday at 10:30 for a fun-filled half hour of stories and songs!
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
ARDMORE - Tuesday Matinee
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us for free movie screenings at the library!
The last Tuesday of each month this summer will be a PG-13 movie. We have new releases in May and a few movies about pets in June. Our theme this summer is A Universe of Stories, so many of the movies in July and August are space-themed. We also have films that will appeal to teens and adults sprinkled throughout.
May 7 - At Eternity's Gate (2018) Rated PG-13
May 14 - Mary Poppins Returns (2018) Rated PG
May 21 - A Wrinkle in Time (2018) Rated PG
May 28 - Green Book (2018) Rated PG-13
June 4 - Secret Life of Pets (2016) Rated PG
June 11 - Air Bud (1997) Rated PG
June 18 - Space Buddies (2009) Rated G
June 25 - First Man (2018) Rated PG-13
July 2 - Space Jam (1996) Rated PG
July 9 - E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) Rated PG
July 16 - Spaceballs (1987) Rated PG
July 23 - Galaxy Quest (1999) Rated PG
July 30 - Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018) Rated PG-13
August 6 - WALL-E (2008) Rated G
August 13 - Treasure Planet (2002) Rated PG
August 20 - Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018) Rated PG
August 27 - On the Basis of Sex (2018) Rated PG-13
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bring your device or use our Chromebook to have your questions answered by one of our staff. Registration is required.
Note this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Creative Community: Beginning Drawing
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Learn the basics of drawing in this eight week class for adults. This class is perfect for those who've always wanted to try drawing, but don't know where to start. We will draw from observation and from photographs, and learn various techniques for improving our hand-eye coordination. You will learn that drawing is not a “natural” talent, but a skill that can be learned and practiced! No previous drawing experience is necessary.
Registration is required. Please plan on attending all eight sessions on the following dates:
Tuesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, and June 4, 11, 18, and 25.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Knitting Group
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bring your knitting project and chat with fellow knitters.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Needlepointers Club
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us to needlepoint with a group. Space is limited - please sign up at the reference desk.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Miss Gail
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear a great story, sing songs and do a fun craft.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
*No Friday storytime during the summer months.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - 1st Wednesday Book Club
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Join us for our 1st Wednesday Book Club that meets in the Processing Center Meeting Room. New members are always welcome!
May 1 - Fly Girls by Keith O'Brien
June 5 - Educated: a memoir by Tara Westover
July 3 - The Great Alone by Kristen Hannah
Aug 7 - The Woman Who Smashed Codes by Jason Fagone
Sept 4 - Life After Life: a novel by Kate Atkinson
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Family Game Night
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bring a friend and play various board, card, and tabletop games at Family Game Night! 1st Wednesday of every month from 5-7pm. Instructions are included with each game, so don’t be afraid to try something new!
Current games include:
- Chess / Checkers / Backgammon
- Canasta / any other playing card game (Jumbo Print cards available)
- Monopoly
- Scrabble
- Clue
- Candy Land
- Sorry!
- Connect 4
- Pictionary
- Pass the Pigs
- Dungeons & Dragons: We have the 5th edition Starter Set (ages 12+), as well as an official simplified adventure called Monster Slayers: The Heroes of Hesiod (ages 6+).
Games may also be borrowed from the front desk to be played in the library at any time.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
LUDINGTON: Mr. Laurent's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear the King of Story Time and sing great songs
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Bring your device and get your technology questions answered! Registration is required.
Note that this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Ms. Dawnita's Story Time
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Come join Ms. Dawnita for a entertaining and fun story time!
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Writing Help
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Drop-in to get assistance with a variety of writing tasks. A Professor from the University of Pennsylvania Critical Writing Program will be on hand to answer questions. She cannot assist with legal or financial documents. No registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
LUDINGTON: Family Game Night
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us in the Children's Room and play an old fashioned board game with the family. We have many to choose from.
All ages are welcome to come play.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Canasta
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Come learn and play this classic card game. Both beginners and experienced players are welcome. Registration is required.
Once a month on select Fridays.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 10 spaces available.
LUDINGTON: Mr. Laurent's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear a story and sing songs with Mr. Laurent
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Story Time
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us for a story and a craft, every Monday at 11:30am. Story time will be outside (weather permitting) from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Mondays with Murray
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Murray, the nicest and friendliest poodle in Bala Cynwyd, is a licensed therapy dog. Murray will be accompanied by her owner Peggy. Murray loves when children read her stories, belly rubs are optional! Registration is required - reserve your time slot today! Contact the Junior Room for details.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
LUDINGTON: Miss Jackie's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come dance and sing with Miss Jackie and hear a great story.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
*No Friday storytime during the summer months.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
Belmont Hills Library: Miss Gwen's Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us each and every Tuesday at 10:30 for a fun-filled half hour of stories and songs!
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
ARDMORE - Tuesday Matinee
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us for free movie screenings at the library!
The last Tuesday of each month this summer will be a PG-13 movie. We have new releases in May and a few movies about pets in June. Our theme this summer is A Universe of Stories, so many of the movies in July and August are space-themed. We also have films that will appeal to teens and adults sprinkled throughout.
May 7 - At Eternity's Gate (2018) Rated PG-13
May 14 - Mary Poppins Returns (2018) Rated PG
May 21 - A Wrinkle in Time (2018) Rated PG
May 28 - Green Book (2018) Rated PG-13
June 4 - Secret Life of Pets (2016) Rated PG
June 11 - Air Bud (1997) Rated PG
June 18 - Space Buddies (2009) Rated G
June 25 - First Man (2018) Rated PG-13
July 2 - Space Jam (1996) Rated PG
July 9 - E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) Rated PG
July 16 - Spaceballs (1987) Rated PG
July 23 - Galaxy Quest (1999) Rated PG
July 30 - Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018) Rated PG-13
August 6 - WALL-E (2008) Rated G
August 13 - Treasure Planet (2002) Rated PG
August 20 - Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018) Rated PG
August 27 - On the Basis of Sex (2018) Rated PG-13
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bring your device or use our Chromebook to have your questions answered by one of our staff. Registration is required.
Note this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Creative Community: Beginning Drawing
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Learn the basics of drawing in this eight week class for adults. This class is perfect for those who've always wanted to try drawing, but don't know where to start. We will draw from observation and from photographs, and learn various techniques for improving our hand-eye coordination. You will learn that drawing is not a “natural” talent, but a skill that can be learned and practiced! No previous drawing experience is necessary.
Registration is required. Please plan on attending all eight sessions on the following dates:
Tuesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, and June 4, 11, 18, and 25.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Knitting Group
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bring your knitting project and chat with fellow knitters.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Miss Gail
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear a great story, sing songs and do a fun craft.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
*No Friday storytime during the summer months.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - Lego Club
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Come to the library for open play with LEGO® blocks the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
LUDINGTON: Mr. Laurent's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear the King of Story Time and sing great songs
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Bring your device and get your technology questions answered! Registration is required.
Note that this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Ms. Dawnita's Story Time
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Come join Ms. Dawnita for a entertaining and fun story time!
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Writing Help
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Drop-in to get assistance with a variety of writing tasks. A Professor from the University of Pennsylvania Critical Writing Program will be on hand to answer questions. She cannot assist with legal or financial documents. No registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
LUDINGTON: Family Game Night
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us in the Children's Room and play an old fashioned board game with the family. We have many to choose from.
All ages are welcome to come play.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
LUDINGTON: Father's Day Craft
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Bring Dad by the children's room on Saturday, June 15th at 1pm. Spend quality time with dad playing board games and doing a craft.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
LUDINGTON: Mr. Laurent's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear a story and sing songs with Mr. Laurent
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Story Time
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us for a story and a craft, every Monday at 11:30am. Story time will be outside (weather permitting) from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
LUDINGTON: Summer Reading Kick Off - Kona Ice Truck
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Come register for our Summer Reading Program. Free Kona Water Ice for everyone from 12pm to 1pm in the Ludington Parking Lot.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
Mondays with Murray
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Murray, the nicest and friendliest poodle in Bala Cynwyd, is a licensed therapy dog. Murray will be accompanied by her owner Peggy. Murray loves when children read her stories, belly rubs are optional! Registration is required - reserve your time slot today! Contact the Junior Room for details.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
LUDINGTON: Miss Jackie's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come dance and sing with Miss Jackie and hear a great story.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
*No Friday storytime during the summer months.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
Belmont Hills Library: Miss Gwen's Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us each and every Tuesday at 10:30 for a fun-filled half hour of stories and songs!
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
ARDMORE - Tuesday Matinee
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us for free movie screenings at the library!
The last Tuesday of each month this summer will be a PG-13 movie. We have new releases in May and a few movies about pets in June. Our theme this summer is A Universe of Stories, so many of the movies in July and August are space-themed. We also have films that will appeal to teens and adults sprinkled throughout.
May 7 - At Eternity's Gate (2018) Rated PG-13
May 14 - Mary Poppins Returns (2018) Rated PG
May 21 - A Wrinkle in Time (2018) Rated PG
May 28 - Green Book (2018) Rated PG-13
June 4 - Secret Life of Pets (2016) Rated PG
June 11 - Air Bud (1997) Rated PG
June 18 - Space Buddies (2009) Rated G
June 25 - First Man (2018) Rated PG-13
July 2 - Space Jam (1996) Rated PG
July 9 - E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) Rated PG
July 16 - Spaceballs (1987) Rated PG
July 23 - Galaxy Quest (1999) Rated PG
July 30 - Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018) Rated PG-13
August 6 - WALL-E (2008) Rated G
August 13 - Treasure Planet (2002) Rated PG
August 20 - Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018) Rated PG
August 27 - On the Basis of Sex (2018) Rated PG-13
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bring your device or use our Chromebook to have your questions answered by one of our staff. Registration is required.
Note this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Creative Community: Beginning Drawing
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Learn the basics of drawing in this eight week class for adults. This class is perfect for those who've always wanted to try drawing, but don't know where to start. We will draw from observation and from photographs, and learn various techniques for improving our hand-eye coordination. You will learn that drawing is not a “natural” talent, but a skill that can be learned and practiced! No previous drawing experience is necessary.
Registration is required. Please plan on attending all eight sessions on the following dates:
Tuesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, and June 4, 11, 18, and 25.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Knitting Group
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bring your knitting project and chat with fellow knitters.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE- Youth Art Workshop: Aliens!
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
(Ages 6-12) Learn how to draw an alien step-by-step! We will draw together, or you can draw from your own imagination. When you’re finished drawing, add your own style and environment, and color it with watercolor paints or markers. Registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 12 spaces available.
Needlepointers Club
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us to needlepoint with a group. Space is limited - please sign up at the reference desk.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Miss Gail
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear a great story, sing songs and do a fun craft.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
*No Friday storytime during the summer months.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - D&D Wednesdays
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
3rd and 4th Wednesdays, June-August
Ages 12 and up. Come learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. A great introduction to role-playing games and a chance to practice math, problem solving, and more while having fun! Registration is required for each session. Continuing attendance is encouraged, but not required.
June 19 - Intro to D&D 5th Edition & Character Creation
June 26 - Summer Campaign Kickoff (Lost Mine of Phandelver)
July 17 - Lost Mine of Phandelver (night 2)
July 24 - Lost Mine of Phandelver (night 3)
August 21 - Lost Mine of Phandelver (night 4)
August 28 - Last Session
Depending on interest and availability, D&D Wednesdays may continue through the school year.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 9 spaces available.
LUDINGTON: Mr. Laurent's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear the King of Story Time and sing great songs
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Bring your device and get your technology questions answered! Registration is required.
Note that this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Ms. Dawnita's Story Time
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Come join Ms. Dawnita for a entertaining and fun story time!
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Writing Help
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Drop-in to get assistance with a variety of writing tasks. A Professor from the University of Pennsylvania Critical Writing Program will be on hand to answer questions. She cannot assist with legal or financial documents. No registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
LUDINGTON: Family Game Night
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us in the Children's Room and play an old fashioned board game with the family. We have many to choose from.
All ages are welcome to come play.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Board Game Friday
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come play a different board game each month at 1 PM on select Fridays. Registration is required for each session.
May 24 - Scrabble
June 21 - Monopoly
July 19 - Candy Land
August 16 - Pictionary
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 6 spaces available.
ARDMORE - Summer Learning Opening Party
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Register for Summer Learning, and enjoy STEM activities, coloring pages, and other craft materials available all day.
Special Story Time at 2:00 PM featuring local author Hallee Adelman presenting her book My Quiet Ship.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
LUDINGTON: Mr. Laurent's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear a story and sing songs with Mr. Laurent
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Story Time
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us for a story and a craft, every Monday at 11:30am. Story time will be outside (weather permitting) from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Mondays with Murray
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Murray, the nicest and friendliest poodle in Bala Cynwyd, is a licensed therapy dog. Murray will be accompanied by her owner Peggy. Murray loves when children read her stories, belly rubs are optional! Registration is required - reserve your time slot today! Contact the Junior Room for details.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
LUDINGTON: Miss Jackie's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come dance and sing with Miss Jackie and hear a great story.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
*No Friday storytime during the summer months.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
Belmont Hills Library: Miss Gwen's Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us each and every Tuesday at 10:30 for a fun-filled half hour of stories and songs!
LOCATION: Belmont Hills Library
ARDMORE - Tuesday Matinee
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us for free movie screenings at the library!
The last Tuesday of each month this summer will be a PG-13 movie. We have new releases in May and a few movies about pets in June. Our theme this summer is A Universe of Stories, so many of the movies in July and August are space-themed. We also have films that will appeal to teens and adults sprinkled throughout.
May 7 - At Eternity's Gate (2018) Rated PG-13
May 14 - Mary Poppins Returns (2018) Rated PG
May 21 - A Wrinkle in Time (2018) Rated PG
May 28 - Green Book (2018) Rated PG-13
June 4 - Secret Life of Pets (2016) Rated PG
June 11 - Air Bud (1997) Rated PG
June 18 - Space Buddies (2009) Rated G
June 25 - First Man (2018) Rated PG-13
July 2 - Space Jam (1996) Rated PG
July 9 - E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) Rated PG
July 16 - Spaceballs (1987) Rated PG
July 23 - Galaxy Quest (1999) Rated PG
July 30 - Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018) Rated PG-13
August 6 - WALL-E (2008) Rated G
August 13 - Treasure Planet (2002) Rated PG
August 20 - Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018) Rated PG
August 27 - On the Basis of Sex (2018) Rated PG-13
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bring your device or use our Chromebook to have your questions answered by one of our staff. Registration is required.
Note this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Creative Community: Beginning Drawing
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Learn the basics of drawing in this eight week class for adults. This class is perfect for those who've always wanted to try drawing, but don't know where to start. We will draw from observation and from photographs, and learn various techniques for improving our hand-eye coordination. You will learn that drawing is not a “natural” talent, but a skill that can be learned and practiced! No previous drawing experience is necessary.
Registration is required. Please plan on attending all eight sessions on the following dates:
Tuesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, and June 4, 11, 18, and 25.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Knitting Group
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bring your knitting project and chat with fellow knitters.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Great Books Discussion Group
7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Come to the Bala Cynwyd Library to meet with other readers for a series of discussions. Coordinator John Dalton can provide more information about the monthly readings (610-608-7711 / jd5258875@aol.com)
This month's reading:
Edith Pearlman, The Golden Swan; Cul-de-sac; Deliverance (located in the collection Honeydew, pages 128-173)
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - Science in the Summer
Science in the Summer takes place Wednesday and Thursday, June 26-27 this year at Ardmore Library. The theme is the Science of Me, including topics on DNA and how we eat, breathe, and think.
Registration starts at noon on Friday, May 17 for residents of Montgomery County. Space fills up very fast, sometimes in the first 10 minutes, so don't delay! Waitlists are available if your first choice is taken.
Visit https://www.fi.edu/scienceinthesummer for more information and to register.
Level 1 (entering 2nd and 3rd Grades): Time TBA
Level 2 (entering 4th, 5th or 6th Grades): Time TBA
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
LUDINGTON: Story Time with Miss Gail
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear a great story, sing songs and do a fun craft.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
*No Friday storytime during the summer months.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - D&D Wednesdays
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
3rd and 4th Wednesdays, June-August
Ages 12 and up. Come learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. A great introduction to role-playing games and a chance to practice math, problem solving, and more while having fun! Registration is required for each session. Continuing attendance is encouraged, but not required.
June 19 - Intro to D&D 5th Edition & Character Creation
June 26 - Summer Campaign Kickoff (Lost Mine of Phandelver)
July 17 - Lost Mine of Phandelver (night 2)
July 24 - Lost Mine of Phandelver (night 3)
August 21 - Lost Mine of Phandelver (night 4)
August 28 - Last Session
Depending on interest and availability, D&D Wednesdays may continue through the school year.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 10 spaces available.
LUDINGTON: Mr. Laurent's Story Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Come hear the King of Story Time and sing great songs
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Bring your device and get your technology questions answered! Registration is required.
Note that this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Ms. Dawnita's Story Time
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Come join Ms. Dawnita for a entertaining and fun story time!
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Mike Rose Magic
4:00 PM
Mike Rose the Magician Will be Here @ Gladwyne Library
On June 27th @ 4:00 P.M.
All Ages & Families welcome as Mike Rose will dazzle adults and children alike.
Here is a link to his website: https://mikerosemagic.com/
Register Here.
LOCATION: Gladwyne Library
There are many spaces available.
ARDMORE - Writing Help
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Drop-in to get assistance with a variety of writing tasks. A Professor from the University of Pennsylvania Critical Writing Program will be on hand to answer questions. She cannot assist with legal or financial documents. No registration is required.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
LUDINGTON: Family Game Night
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us in the Children's Room and play an old fashioned board game with the family. We have many to choose from.
All ages are welcome to come play.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
ARDMORE - Library Scavenger Hunt
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
All day, all ages.
Earn prizes for completing a space-themed scavenger hunt.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
LUDINGTON: The Hilarious Magic of Sam Sandler
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sam Sandler is America's premier Deaf Magician and one of the top family entertainers in the country. Sam is a dynamic and passionate family entertainer who has combined magic and comedy with jaw-dropping illusions, music and audience participation to create unique and spectacular shows for the whole family. Over a million people have enjoyed Sam’s unique and spectacular shows, from Montana to Puerto Rico and coast to coast. Sam has performed close to 10,000 spectacular live shows, including Top Casinos, Good Morning America, Good day Philadelphia, and the Academy of Music. All Ages Welcome. Join us in our large community room for this awesome show.
LOCATION: Ludington Library
A Universe Of Stories: Gladwyne Library Poetry Contest
Beginning on June 17th is our Gladwyne Library Poetry Contest.
Inspried by this year's Summer theme of A Universe of Stories:
This is your chance to explore the universe. We have four $5 Wawa gift cards to give to the writers of the space-themed haikus or limericks that tickles our fancy! Judging is completely objective, so have fun!
Everyone will be a winner because all entrants will receive a special prize !
Ages 6 and up can participate. The Contest Concludes on June 30th.
LOCATION: Gladwyne Library
ARDMORE - Story Time
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Come join us for a story and a craft, Mondays at 11:30am. Story time will be outside (weather permitting) from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
Mondays with Murray
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Murray, the nicest and friendliest poodle in Bala Cynwyd, is a licensed therapy dog. Murray will be accompanied by her owner Peggy. Murray loves when children read her stories, belly rubs are optional! Registration is required - reserve your time slot today! Contact the Junior Room for details.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
BALA CYNWYD - Story Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Come join us for a fun-filled storytime each and every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10:30am in the Junior Room of Bala Cynwyd Library. Registration is not required.
*No Friday storytime during the summer months.
LOCATION: Bala Cynwyd Library
ARDMORE - Tuesday Matinee
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us for free movie screenings at the library!
The last Tuesday of each month this summer will be a PG-13 movie. We have new releases in May and a few movies about pets in June. Our theme this summer is A Universe of Stories, so many of the movies in July and August are space-themed. We also have films that will appeal to teens and adults sprinkled throughout.
May 7 - At Eternity's Gate (2018) Rated PG-13
May 14 - Mary Poppins Returns (2018) Rated PG
May 21 - A Wrinkle in Time (2018) Rated PG
May 28 - Green Book (2018) Rated PG-13
June 4 - Secret Life of Pets (2016) Rated PG
June 11 - Air Bud (1997) Rated PG
June 18 - Space Buddies (2009) Rated G
June 25 - First Man (2018) Rated PG-13
July 2 - Space Jam (1996) Rated PG
July 9 - E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) Rated PG
July 16 - Spaceballs (1987) Rated PG
July 23 - Galaxy Quest (1999) Rated PG
July 30 - Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018) Rated PG-13
August 6 - WALL-E (2008) Rated G
August 13 - Treasure Planet (2002) Rated PG
August 20 - Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018) Rated PG
August 27 - On the Basis of Sex (2018) Rated PG-13
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE - Technology Clinic
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bring your device or use our Chromebook to have your questions answered by one of our staff. Registration is required.
Note this is not a formally structured class. Most sessions are one-on-one and attempt to answer specific questions.
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
ARDMORE- Creative Community: Beginning Watercolor
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Enjoy your afternoon with the beauty of watercolor painting! This adult watercolor workshop is open to all levels, but geared towards beginners. We’ll learn how to mix colors, try interesting techniques and experiment with various subject matter. Use our paints and paper, or bring your own and let’s explore this flexible medium together.
Please register and plan on attending all 5 sessions:
July 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30
LOCATION: Ardmore Library
There are 10 spaces available.