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Colorful origami paper flowers arranged in a bouquet with various patterns and bright hues.

Duct Tape Roses (Grades 4-6)

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Duct tape isn’t just for fixing things, it’s for creating them too! Make bright, long-lasting roses to keep or give as a gift.

A woman in a blue jumpsuit climbs into the cockpit of a U.S. Air Force jet under a clear sky.

Eight Women Who Changed Astronomy

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

For centuries, women have helped unlock the mysteries of the universe, often without recognition.

Tune the dial to love and laughter! Those Were the Days Radio Players West will bring three Valentine’s Day–themed Golden Age radio shows to life.

Love is in the Air: Old Time Radio Shows

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Large Community Room at Glenside Library

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tune the dial to love and laughter!

Get creative with stickers, sparkles, and sweet messages to make your Valentine smile.

Valentine's Day Card Party (All Ages)

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Large Community Room at Glenside Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Spread the love! Make colorful cards to share with friends, family, or someone special. Get creative with stickers, sparkles, and sweet messages to make your Valentine smile.

Child in a red cape and mask poses heroically; comic "POW!" and superhero cosplayers in background.

Superhero Saturday (All Ages)

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Community Room at Glenside Library

Age Group:

Family
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Family
Event Details:

Suit up for our third annual Superhero Saturday! Enjoy crafts, games, and an action-packed obstacle course, then meet some special superhero guests. Bring your best heroic energy... and maybe your cape, too!

Four colorful children's book covers and a headshot of author Karla Arenas Valenti with her name on a pink banner.

Karla Valenti Meet & Greet / Conoce y Saluda a Karla Valenti

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Large Community Room at Glenside Library

Age Group:

Grade School, Family
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Grade School, Family
Event Details:

Meet Karla Valenti, the Pura Belpré award winning author of best selling books for children in English and Spanish including novels Lola and Lotería, picture books María Mariposa and Esperanza Caramelo, and the

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Convierte las flores en arte (Adultos) / Turn Flowers into Art (Adults)

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, En Español
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Story and Craft Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español
Registration Required
Event Details:

Aprende una técnica sencilla para transformar flores en una obra de arte única y hermosa. / Learn a simple technique to turn flowers into a one-of-a-kind, beautiful work of art.

Duct Tape Roses (Grades 4-6)

4:00pm–4:30pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Duct tape isn’t just for fixing things, it’s for creating them too! Make bright, long-lasting roses to keep or give as a gift.

Art Studio (Grades 1-3)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about an artist, technique, or movement and make a project inspired by what we learn!

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. 

Arte de San Valentín (Adultos) / Saint Valentine’s Art (Adults)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, En Español
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español
Registration Required
Event Details:

Descubre una hermosa técnica de acuarela perfecta para crear arte inspirado en el Día de San Valentín. / Discover a beautiful watercolor technique perfect for creating art inspired by Valentine’s Day.

ELL Conversation Group

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
ELL Study
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Study Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL Study
Event Details:

Practice English skills at these free, drop-in ELL group. 

ELL Conversation Group (Women's Group)

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
ELL Study
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL Study
Event Details:

Practice English skills at these free, drop-in ELL groups.m

Citizenship Study Group Part 2

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Citzenship
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Citzenship
Registration Required
Event Details:

Review the N-400: Application for Naturalization, and learn the five most common reasons forms get denied. Practice the citizenship test, rehearse for the naturalization interview and prepare for the Oath of Allegiance.

Line Dancing

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start off on the right foot (pun intended) as Lines ’N Motion instructor Belynda Head guides you every step of the way through this fun, easy-to-learn dance style.

Heart-y Party (Ages 3-K+ Guardian)

10:30am–11:15am
Preschool, Kindergarten
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Struck by Cupid’s arrow? Celebrate Valentine’s Day with stories, songs and a treat. 

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: Curveball (Grades 5-8)

6:30pm–7:15pm
Grade School, Teen
Book Club
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Story and Craft Room
Age Group: Grade School, Teen
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Excel: Beyond the Basics

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Computer Study
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Study
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you’ve just dipped your toes into the popular spreadsheet program, this will help you advance. Topics include: sorting and filtering data; creating simple calculations; and more.

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. 

Foodie Kids: Chocolate Strawberries (Grades 4-6)

4:00pm–4:30pm
Grade School
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dip, drizzle, and decorate chocolate-covered strawberries with toppings like sprinkles, Oreo crumbles, and more.

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.

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. 

Foodie Teens: Chocolate Strawberries (Grades 7-12)

4:00pm–4:30pm
Teen
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dip, drizzle, and decorate chocolate-covered strawberries with toppings like sprinkles, Oreo crumbles, and more.

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.

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. 

Heart-y Party (Ages 3-K+ Guardian)

6:30pm–7:15pm
Preschool, Kindergarten
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Struck by Cupid’s arrow? Celebrate Valentine’s Day with stories, songs and a treat. 

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. 

Eight Women Who Changed Astronomy

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

For centuries, women have helped unlock the mysteries of the universe, often without recognition.

ELL Conversation Group

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
ELL Study
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL Study
Event Details:

Practice English skills at these free, drop-in ILL groups.

Friends of the Library Meeting

9:00am–10:30am
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room

Love is in the Air: Old Time Radio Shows

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tune the dial to love and laughter!

Valentine's Day Card Party (All Ages)

2:30pm–3:30pm
Family
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Spread the love! Make colorful cards to share with friends, family, or someone special. Get creative with stickers, sparkles, and sweet messages to make your Valentine smile.

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. 

Crafternoon (Grades 1-6)

1:00pm–2:00pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make the most of your day off school by getting hands-on with a variety of fun craft projects!

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. 

Beginning Reader Storytime (Ages 3-K + Guardian)

6:30pm–7:00pm
Preschool, Kindergarten
Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Story and Craft Room
Age Group: Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Beginning Reader Storytime

Your child will enjoy stories, games, songs, and activities designed to help build skills necessary to become successful, enthusiastic readers.

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. 

Pintura acrílica (Familia) / Acrylic Painting (Family)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Family
Arts & Crafts, En Español
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español
Event Details:

Pasa un momento creativo en familia pintando juntos una colorida obra de arte. / Enjoy creative family time as you paint a colorful work of art together.

ELL Conversation Group

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
ELL Study
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL Study
Event Details:

Practice English skills at these free, drop-in ELL group. 

Baby Time (0-24 Months + Guardian)

10:00am–10:30am
Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers
Storytime
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Story and Craft Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Baby Time

Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun-filled baby storytimes. In addition to books, we focus on songs, games, and motion to help babies learn and grow.

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.