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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a blood drive inspired by Justin Rittenhouse, a 7th grader at Glenside Middle School, who is battling Ewing Sarcoma, an extremely rare bone cancer. After surgery and ongoing chemotherapy, Justin requires frequent blood transfusions.

This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Comics & Crafts: Invisible (Grades 5-8)

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Grade School, Teen
Book Club
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Grade School, Teen
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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 event is in the "Teen" group.

DIY Buttons (Grades 7-12)

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled crafting session where you’ll design and create your own buttons.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Creating Your Costume

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen, Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

Why settle for store-bought costumes when you can create your own? Join Costume Technician Emily Sanner and Special Effects Artist Sean Sharp for insider tips on crafting unique, wearable pieces and applying professional-quality makeup.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Candle Making (Grades 7-12)

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Create your own custom candle to brighten any room. To allow ample drying time, candles will be available for pickup the following day.

This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Bingo Afternoon for Kids & Teens (Grades 4-12)

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Grade School, Teen
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Grade School, Teen

Bingo Afternoon

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.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Weave together colorful threads and lasting memories. Bring your creativity and make something special to give to a dear friend or family member.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for a fang-tastic time creating vampire-themed cookies that you’ll be dying to sink your teeth into.

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. 

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Crafternoon (Grades 7-12)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Teen
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!

This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Comics & Crafts: Garlic & the Vampire (Grades 5-8)

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Grade School, Teen
Book Club
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Story and Craft Room
Age Group: Grade School, Teen
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 reading Garlic & the Vampire by Bree Paulsen.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Settle in for a spooky evening with a special screening of the Halloween classic, The Haunted Mansion (2003). No movie would be complete without spooky drinks, candy and popcorn!

This event is in the "Teen" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Dive into the eerie legend as you solve puzzles, decode clues, and uncover the truth behind this mythical creature. Please note you must arrive within five minutes of the start time in order to be admitted.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Use your imagination to create vibrant designs, and watch as they magically shrink into durable, one-of-a-kind accessories.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Details:

For college-bound students with disabilities, the transition from high school can be fraught with uncertainties.

This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Comics & Crafts: Grace Needs Space (Grades 5-8)

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Grade School, Teen
Book Club
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Story and Craft Room
Age Group: Grade School, Teen
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 event is in the "Teen" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Assemble layers of creamy filling and graham crackers, topped with decadent chocolate. No baking required—just pure, sweet enjoyment!

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. 

This event is in the "Teen" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Add a splash of color to your reading by making colorful bookmarks that mimic the vibrant look of stained glass.

Library Closed

6:00pm - 9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library

Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The library is closed on Christmas Day.

Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The library is closed on Christmas Day.