The February selection for Reading for Understanding (the nonfiction book club) is Tears We Cannot Stop by Michael Eric Dyson. About Tears we Cannot Stop: As the country grapples with racist division at a level not seen since the 1960s, one man’s voice soars above the rest with conviction and compassion. In his 2016 New York Times op-ed piece “Death Read More
Circle Time is a 20-minute rhyme and movement intensive program for children of all ages and a caregiver. The program provides wiggles and giggles for all! Purpose of the Program: To stimulate the brain, increase phonological awareness, provide language and vocabulary development, and provide an alternative to the traditional storytime. Circle Time includes: Nursery rhymes, songs, and fingerplays; Age appropriate books; Literacy Modeling; Free Read More
The Great Courses- Heroes & Legends: The Most Influential Characters of Literature This course considers a selection of the men and women who are at the heart of the “great tales.” Their history spans 3000 years. The characters and their books have given words to language such as “odyssey” and have powerfully affected political history. Many characters have become literally Read More
KinderSTEM offers playful activities that will introduce science, technology, engineering and math to your preschooler. Purpose of the Program: To provide a space for older preschoolers, with their caregiver, to connect with reading and fun while enjoying Science, Technology, Engineering and Math themed activities. KinderSTEM Programs Include: Age appropriate books, exploration of mathematical reasoning, basic literacy, scientific observation, investigative skills, and more. Benefits: Helps Read More
Attention Quilters! Join us on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month to talk about patterns, techniques, and useful books and to share your handiwork through Show and Tell. Ages: Adults Cost: Free Contact: Mary at shannon@haverfordlibrary.org
Master you own dungeon at our new Dungeons and Dragons Club! Come learn how to play, or pit your skills against your friends. Ages: 6-12 grade Cost: Free Contact: Youth Services at youthservices@haverfordlibrary.org
Learn the concepts of computer coding and try your hand at some block coding! For children ages 5 & 6 Ages: 5 & 6 Cost: Free Contact: Youth Services at youthservices@haverfordlibrary.org
Join us for a morning of knitting, crochet, counted cross stitch, quilting or other handwork while enjoying a cup of tea. This group has been meeting for over 10 years at the Haverford Township Free Library. Bring a friend or make new ones. Ages: Adults Cost: Free Contact: Mary at shannon@haverfordlibrary.org
Have some constructive fun with Blocks, LEGOS, boxes, and other building materials set up at different stations throughout the Children’s Room. Please note: small pieces will be present. Please supervise children 3 and under. Drop-in program for kids of all ages. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Contact: Youth Services at youthservices@haverfordlibrary.org
Hang out with your friends after school and play the newest, age-appropriate games on multiple consoles. Ages: Grades 6-12 Cost: Free Contact: Youth Services at youthservices@haverfordlibrary.org
