Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Create patterns, pictures, and designs with Perler beads, and we’ll fuse them into lasting works of art.

Fuse Bead Fun (Grades 4-6)

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
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:

Create patterns, pictures, and designs with Perler beads, and we’ll fuse them into lasting works of art.

Two child-painted snowmen on paper, one abstract on blue paper, one detailed with hat and scarf on white paper.

Snowman Painting (Grades 1-3)

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Community Room 2 at Glenside Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Come in from the cold and paint your own cheerful snowman! Add hats, scarves, and plenty of personality to your frosty friend.

Singer in a white fur coat performing on stage with a spotlight and red lights in the background.

The Music of Beyoncé

Tuesday, February 3, 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:

From Destiny’s Child to Renaissance, Beyoncé’s influence knows no bounds.

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 watercolor painting of a red heart on paper, with brushes and other heart-themed art supplies nearby.

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

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room 2 at Glenside Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, En Español

Age Group:

Adults
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.

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!

Young girl in superhero costume with red mask and cape, arm raised, with "POW!" comic graphic on blue sky 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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Fuse Bead Fun (Grades 4-6)

10:00am–10:45am
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create patterns, pictures, and designs with Perler beads, and we’ll fuse them into lasting works of art.

Bingo Bash (Grades 1-3)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for the game of chance where excitement builds with every number called. If luck’s on your side, you could be shouting, “Bingo!” and walk away with an exciting prize!

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. 

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. 

Snowman Painting (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:

Come in from the cold and paint your own cheerful snowman! Add hats, scarves, and plenty of personality to your frosty friend.

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. 

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
Upcoming
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. 

Comics & Crafts: Curveball (Grades 5-8)

6:30pm–7:15pm
Grade School, Teen
Book Club
Upcoming
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.

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. 

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. 

How to Train Your Dragon Escape Room (Grades 4-6)

3:30pm–4:30pm
Grade School
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Grade School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Berk, where dragons soar and danger lurks! Team up to solve puzzles and prove yourself a true dragon rider before time runs out. Please note you must arrive within five minutes of the start time in order to be admitted.

Anime Club (Grades 4-6)

6:30pm–8:00pm
Grade School
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School

Anime Club

Celebrate your love of Japanese animation with screenings of your favorite anime, themed snacks, and Otaku activities.

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.

Bingo Bash (Grades 4-6)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Grade School
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for the game of chance where excitement builds with every number called. If luck’s on your side, you could be shouting, “Bingo!” and walk away with an exciting prize!

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

3:30pm–5:00pm
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

Mystery Art (Grades 1-3)

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

When you arrive, you’ll discover a surprise art project waiting for you. It could be painting, sculpting, or something completely unexpected!

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. 

Easter Sunday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library closes on Easter Sunday.

Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library closes on Memorial Day.

Independence Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library closes on Independence Day.

Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library closes on Labor Day.

Early Closing

6:00pm–9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library closes early the day before Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library closes on Thanksgiving Day.

Christmas Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library closes on Christmas Eve.

Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The library is closed on Christmas Day.

New Year's Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library is closed on New Year's Eve.

New Year's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library is closed on New Year's Day.

Easter Sunday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library is closed on Easter Sunday.