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Book Hedgehogs (Grades 7-12)

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Outdoors at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Transform old books into adorable hedgehog sculptures in this eco-friendly activity. With a few simple folds and a touch of imagination, you’ll bring these charming creatures to li...

Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Transform old books into adorable hedgehog sculptures in this eco-friendly activity. With a few simple folds and a touch of imagination, you’ll bring these charming creatures to life.

Family LEGO Party (All Ages)

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Large Community Room at Glenside Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Family
Family Lego Party:

We’ll bring the LEGO bricks; you bring the creativity! Whether you’re a LEGO master or a beginning brick builder, this event promises fun for the whole family.

Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: STEM

Family Lego Party

We’ll bring the LEGO bricks; you bring the creativity! Whether you’re a LEGO master or a beginning brick builder, this event promises fun for the whole family.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

DIY Buttons & Art Magnets (Grades 1-6)

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Large Community Room at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School
Event Details:

Drop in for a fun-filled crafting session where you’ll design and create your own buttons and magnets.

Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in for a fun-filled crafting session where you’ll design and create your own buttons and magnets.

Atrapasueños de Flores Prensadas (Familia) / Pressed Flower Suncatcher (Family)

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room 2 at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, En Español
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

¡Estos atrapasoles se ven tan bonitos en la ventana! Puedes hacer una colección o simplemente hacer una y colocarla en tu ventana favorita. / These suncatchers look so pretty on th...

Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español
Event Details:

¡Estos atrapasoles se ven tan bonitos en la ventana! Puedes hacer una colección o simplemente hacer una y colocarla en tu ventana favorita. / These suncatchers look so pretty on the window!

ELL Conversation Group

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Glenside Library
Program Type:
ELL Study
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL Study

Family Storytime (All Ages)

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Outdoors at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Creative Writing Club (Grades 4-6)

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Community Room 2 at Glenside Library
Age Group:
Grade School
Event Details:

Drop in to let your imagination (and pencil) run wild as you get inspired and eat snacks. Sharing is optional.

Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Grade School
Event Details:

Drop in to let your imagination (and pencil) run wild as you get inspired and eat snacks. Sharing is optional.

Watercolor: Koi Fish

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Koi fish are admired for their ability to swim upstream and overcome obstacles. They represent perseverance, determination, and strength in the face of adversity. Use various water...

Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Koi fish are admired for their ability to swim upstream and overcome obstacles. They represent perseverance, determination, and strength in the face of adversity. Use various watercolor methods and color blending techniques

Family Storytime (All Ages)

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Outdoors at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Enjoy a storytime outside with stories, songs and rhymes. Participants are welcome to bring blankets to sit on. In the event of rain Family Storytime will move inside.

Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy a storytime outside with stories, songs and rhymes. Participants are welcome to bring blankets to sit on.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Comics & Crafts: Tasty (Grades 5-8)

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Grade School, Teen
Event Details:

Pick up the month’s graphic novel from the Youth Services desk, read it at home, then come make a book-inspired craft while chatting about what we read. This month we are readin...

Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School, Teen
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Pick up the month’s graphic novel from the Youth Services desk, read it at home, then come make a book-inspired craft while chatting about what we read.

Kawaii Summer Drawing (Grades 1-3)

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School
Event Details:

Prepare for cuteness overload as we practice drawing adorable summer objects.

Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Prepare for cuteness overload as we practice drawing adorable summer objects.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Independent Attendance

This is a program intended for children to attend independently. Please let us know if your child requires any extra accommodations. See our family programs to attend with the whole family. 

Homemade Lanterns (Grades 4-6)

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Community Room 2 at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School
Event Details:

Spark your imagination and light up the night by making a homemade lantern! They’re perfect for camping adventures and nighttime exploration.

Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Spark your imagination and light up the night by making a homemade lantern! They’re perfect for camping adventures and nighttime exploration.

Disclaimer(s)

Independent Attendance

This is a program intended for children to attend independently. Please let us know if your child requires any extra accommodations. See our family programs to attend with the whole family. 

ELL Conversation Group

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Glenside Library
Program Type:
ELL Study
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL Study

Sensory Stations (Ages 1-3 + Guardian)

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Large Community Room at Glenside Library
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Engage all your senses through various hands-on activities. From squishy textures to mesmerizing sights and sounds, each station offers a unique sensory adventure.

Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Engage all your senses through various hands-on activities. From squishy textures to mesmerizing sights and sounds,
each station offers a unique sensory adventure.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Preschool Art in the Park (Ages 3-K + Guardian)

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Outdoors at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Kindergarten
Event Details:

Watch your little ones connect with the world around them by hearing stories and creating artwork! Aprons are provided.

Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Watch your little ones connect with the world around them by hearing stories and creating artwork! Aprons are provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

SCARCE Presents: Recycled Papermaking (All Ages)

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Large Community Room at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Mimic the process of industrial recycled paper-making, but using your own energy! Each participant will make their own recycled paper to take home to color and decorate as they ple...

Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Mimic the process of industrial recycled paper-making, but using your own energy! Each participant will make their own recycled paper to take home to color and decorate as they please.

Saturday Sundaes (Grades 7-12)

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Spend your Saturday pairing ice cream with all your favorite toppings. Whether you prefer classic flavors or adventurous combinations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Spend your Saturday pairing ice cream with all your favorite toppings. Whether you prefer classic flavors or adventurous combinations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

S’mores & Stories (Grades 4-6)

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library
Age Group:
Grade School
Event Details:

Join us for gooey s’mores, laughter with friends, and a creative writing activity guaranteed to tickle your funny bone. Gelatin-free options are also available for all to enjoy!

Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for gooey s’mores, laughter with friends, and a creative writing activity guaranteed to tickle your funny bone. Gelatin-free options are also available for all to enjoy!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Family LEGO Party (All Ages)

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Community Room at Glenside Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Family
Family Lego Party:

We’ll bring the LEGO bricks; you bring the creativity! Whether you’re a LEGO master or a beginning brick builder, this event promises fun for the whole family.

Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: STEM

Family Lego Party

We’ll bring the LEGO bricks; you bring the creativity! Whether you’re a LEGO master or a beginning brick builder, this event promises fun for the whole family.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Orbes para Tu Jardín (Adultos) / Orbs for Your Garden (Adults)

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Story and Craft Room at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, En Español
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Estas lámparas colgantes son fáciles de hacer y añaden magia a tu espacio exterior. / These hanging light fixtures are easy to make and add magic to your outdoor space.

Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Story and Craft Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Estas lámparas colgantes son fáciles de hacer y añaden magia a tu espacio exterior. / These hanging light fixtures are easy to make and add magic to your outdoor space.

ELL Conversation Group

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Glenside Library
Program Type:
ELL Study
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL Study

Family Storytime (All Ages)

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Outdoors at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.