Youth & Family Programs

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Programs followed by ** require registration. Story times no longer require registration. However, you can still register in order to receive reminder emails. Visit our online calendar to register or sign up for emails.

We strive to make programs accessible for everyone. If your child needs extra support to attend a program, please let us know by emailing youthservices@ivpl.org.

Caregivers of children ages 9 and under must remain in the room during the program and caregivers of children ages 10-12 must remain in the library during the program.

Preschool Programs

Wee Build (Ages 1-5)

Mondays, March 10 & 24, April 7 & 21, May 5 & 19

10 AM-12 PM

Story Hour Room

Stop into the Children’s Room for some free play with preschool-friendly building toys. No registration required.

ABC Learn with Me (Ages Birth-3)

Fridays at 10:30 AM

March 7-April 4

Community Room

During this 5 week course, parents and their young children are invited to come to the library for 45 minutes of play followed by some songs. During play time, experts from local organizations will be on hand to answer questions about a different area of early childhood development each week. Areas of learning include early literacy, speech and language, nutrition, early childhood development, and movement. Registration is required for the series and participants are strongly encouraged to attend all five weeks. Registration starts February 14. Registration link.

Babies Boogie Storytime (Ages birth - 24 months)

Wednesdays, 10:15 AM

April 9-May 14

Community Room

Stories, songs, and bounces for children ages birth to 24 months, followed by time to play and socialize. Siblings welcome.

Family Story Time (Ages 2-5)

Wednesday at 9:30 AM

April 9-May 14

Community Room

Join us for stories, songs and movement for the whole family. Most appropriate for children ages 2-5 but younger siblings are welcome. Registration is not required but you can register online in order to receive reminder emails.

Family & All Ages Programs

Beginner’s Chess

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Lewis McLean Reading Room

Learn how to play chess and hone your skills! All ages are welcome; however, adult supervision is required for players under 13.

Pajama Storytime

Tuesday, March 4 at 7 PM

Storyhour Room

Stories, songs, and movement activities before bedtime for children of all ages. Pajamas welcome (not required).

School's Out Family Movie: Inside Out 2

Friday, March 7 at 2 PM

Community Room

Stop by the library for a fun movie in a relaxed environment. All ages welcome. No registration required.

So Long, Farewell, Goodbye (All ages)

Monday, March 10, 3:30-4:30 PM

Community Room

After five years at Indian Valley Public Library, Mr. Robbie is saying goodbye. Stop by the library to help us say goodbye and wish him well on his next adventure. Light refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome.

Chef Zak Makes Snacks: Colorful Garden (Youth of all ages)

Wednesday, April 2

CHOOSE A TIME:

4:00—4:45 PM (Link to register for 4 PM)

5:30—6:15 PM (Link to register for 5:30 PM)

Community Room

A fun cooking class for families! Registration required, opens Wed 3/12.

School’s Out Movie: Harold and the Purple Crayon

Monday, April 21 at 2 PM

Community Room

Stop by the library for a fun movie in a relaxed environment. All ages welcome. No registration required.

Blackout Poetry (All ages)

Thursday, April 24 at 4 PM

Community Room

Start with a gardening book and black out unwanted words with a permanent marker. Arrange the rest of the words to create a poem. All supplies will be provided. All ages are welcome. No registration is required.

School Aged Programs

Pokemon Meet-up Club (Youth ages 5+)

Mondays at 4 PM

March 3, April 21 & May 5

Tuesdays at 5 PM

March 18, April 15 & May 20

Community Room

Stop by the library to meet up with other Pokemon fans to trade cards, talk about the game and the show, play the card game, and complete a craft or other activity. The library has a small number of cards available to trade but participants are encouraged to bring their own decks. (The Library is not responsible for lost or damaged cards). No registration required. Have Pokemon cards you no longer need? Consider donating them to the library.

Junior Engineers (Youth ages 5+)

Tuesdays at 5 PM

March 4, April 1 & May 6

Community Room

During this program, you will be invited to work in a small group to solve an engineering challenge with provided materials. No registration required.

Lego Club (Youth ages 5+)

Tuesdays at 5 PM

March 11, April 8 & May 13

Mondays at 4 PM

March 24, April 28 & May 19

Community Room

Stop by the library to complete our monthly challenge or just have some free building time. No registration required. For safety reasons, preschoolers MUST be accompanied by an adult.

Tinker Tuesday (Youth ages 5+)

Tuesdays at 5 PM

March 25 (see below), April 29 & May 27

Community Room

Stop by the library to complete a STEAM activity using the materials provided. Most appropriate elementary school but all ages welcome.

Special Tinker Tuesday: Fabulous Flowers

Tuesday, March 25 at 5 PM

Community Room

During this special Tinker Tuesday program, we will read this year’s Longwood Gardens Community Read Book, The Extraordinary Gardener by Sam Boughton. Then, we will make some flower themed art using a variety of supplies. Everyone is invited to participate, even adults. Most appropriate elementary school but all ages welcome. Every family who attends will be entered into a drawing for a free single-use family pass to Longwood Gardens.

Ruff, Ruff and Read (Youth ages 5+)

Saturday, March 22, April 26 & May 31

10 minute time slots between 10:30 and 11:30 AM

Community Room

Independent readers are invited to come and read to a therapy dog. Register in advance to get a guaranteed 10 minute time slot. Depending on volunteer and dog availability, a small number of walk-in spaces may also be available. Registration is required and starts 2 weeks before the date of the program. Visit our online calendar to register.

Program Calendar Page Link

Introduction to 3D Printing (Youth ages 7-12)

Thursday, April 17 at 2 PM

Community Room

Presented by Villanova University’s Mechanical Engineering Department, children will gain an introduction to 3D printing with hands-on activities. Registration is required and will start on April 3.

Registration link.

Introduction to Beekeeping

Friday, April 18 at 2 PM

Community Room

Local beekeepers Judy and George will be here to tell us all about beekeeping and the role bees play in gardening. Everyone who attends will be given an activity book from the Pennsylvania State Beekeepers Association. Most appropriate for school aged children but everyone is welcome to attend. Registration is required and will start on April 4.

Registration link.

World Explorers Club (Youth Ages 10+)

Sundays at 2 PM

March 9, April 13 & May 11

Community Room

Explore cultures and geography from around the world through trivia, games, crafts, food and other hands-on activities. No registration required. Please note: if you have food allergies, please email youthservices@ivpl.org before attending. Check our online calendar to find out which area of the world we are exploring each month. Interested in sharing about your own culture? We would love help from individuals with lived experience. Email youthservices@ivpl.org if you would like to participate.