Youth & Family Programs

Programs followed by ** require registration. Story times no longer require registration. However, you can still register in order to receive reminder emails. Visit our online calendar to register or sign up for emails.

We strive to make programs accessible for everyone. If your child needs extra support to attend a program, please let us know by emailing youthservices@ivpl.org.

Caregivers of children ages 9 and under must remain in the room during the program and caregivers of children ages 10-12 must remain in the library during the program.

Preschool Programs

Babies Boogie Storytime (Ages birth - 24 months)

Mondays at 9:15 AM

September 8-October 13

Wednesdays at 10:15 AM

June 4-August 14

September 10-October 15

Community Room

Stories, songs, and bounces for children ages birth to 24 months, followed by time to play and socialize. Siblings welcome.

Pajama Storytime (Youth of all ages)

Tuesdays at 7 PM

July 22, August 5, September 9 & 23, October 7 & 21

Storyhour Room

Stories, songs, and movement activities before bedtime for children of all ages! Pajamas welcome (not required).

Hop, Skip, Jump (Ages 3-5)

Tuesdays at 11 AM

September 16 & 30, October 14 & 28

Community Room

Dance, jump, stretch, balance! There are so many fun ways we can stay active and have fun. Every other week we'll explore a different game or activity, such as yoga, dance, or parachute play.

Teddy Bear Storytime (Age 2)

Wednesdays at 9:30 AM

September 10-October 15

Community Room

Stories, songs, and movement activities for 2-year-old children. Bring a stuffed toy from home, or use one of ours. Siblings welcome.

Preschool Capers (Ages 3-5)

Wednesdays at 11 AM

September 8-October 15

Community Room

Stories, songs, mysteries, and adventures for youth ages 3-5. Siblings are welcome.

Lunch Bunch Storytime (Youth of all ages)

Thursdays at 12 PM

June 5-August 21

September 11-October 16

Community Room

Stories, songs, and movement activities for children of all ages. Bring a lunch or snack (not required).

Play K Open House (Ages 3-5)

Tuesday, August 12, 2:30-4 PM

Community Room

Preschoolers and their families are invited to drop in the library to explore some self-directed activities designed to help develop the skills needed for kindergarten. Most appropriate for ages 3-5 but younger siblings are also welcome. No registration required.

1000 Books before Kindergarten Graduation

Tuesday, August 19 at 6:30 PM

Community Room

A celebration of all of the kids who graduated from the 1000 Books before Kindergarten program this year. Each graduate will get a certificate and a book added to the collection with their name on it. Did your child graduate this year? Reach out to sheckleroconnor@ivpl.org no later than August 12.

ABC Learn with Me (Ages Birth-3)

Fridays at 10:30 AM

September 12 & 26, October 3, 10 & 17

Community Room

Join us for a series of play based programs designed specifically for young children and their caregivers. Each week will feature a theme about early childhood development and a specialist will be on hand to answer your questions on that theme. Participants should plan to attend all 5 weeks. Space is limited and registration opens Friday, August 29. Registration link

Make a Monster (Ages 1-5)

Wednesday, October 22 10:00-11:00

Community Room

Use your imagination to make a (not so) scary monster! Stop in to see what type of creature you can create. This program is intended for ages 1-5 and will have crafts designed for that age group, but siblings and adults are welcome to join in on the fun. No registration required.

Family & All Ages Programs

Beginner’s Chess

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Lewis McLean Reading Room

Learn how to play chess and hone your skills! All ages are welcome; however, adult supervision is required for players under 13.

Maker Mondays (All ages)

Mondays, 10-11 AM

June 23-August 14

We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination. Stop by the library to see what you can make from the supplies provided. Creative fun for makers of all ages and abilities (adults too!). No registration required.

Join us on June 30 and July 21 for special Maker Mondays (see below). Please check our online calendar and/or the library whiteboard for the location of this program.

Color Your World Community Art (All ages)

Monday, July 21, 10-11:30 AM

Community Room and Back Parking Lot

Stop by the library to make some colorful art using a variety of different materials. In addition to individual art, we also invite you to add some color to a mural that will be hung up in the Children's Room. Weather permitting, we will add some color to the parking lot between the library and Telford Municipal Park using spray chalk. Artists of all ages and abilities are welcome.

Family Book Bingo (Youth of all ages)

Thursday, August 7 at 7 PM

Community Room

Stop by the library to play bingo for book sale bucks and/or tokens for the book vending machine. Players of all ages and abilities are welcome. Walk-ins are welcome but registration is recommended in order to guarantee we have enough bingo cards. Space is limited and registration opens on Wednesday, July 23. Registration link.

Hilarious Magic of Sam Sandler (Youth of all ages)

Thursday, August 14 at 7 PM

Community Room

Experience the Magic, Comedy, and Inspiration of America’s only Full Time Deaf Illusionist. Come to the library to enjoy a spectacular live show that will entertain, inspire wonder, and empower. Space is limited and registration opens on July 31. Registration link.

School’s Out Movie Matinee: Snow White (All ages)

Friday, August 29 at 2 PM

Community Room

Join us for a free movie in a relaxed environment. All ages welcome. No registration required.

School’s Out Movie Matinee: The Minecraft (All ages)

Monday, October 13 at 2 PM

Community Room

Stop by the library for a movie in a relaxed atmosphere. No registration required.

School Aged Programs

Pokemon Meet-up Club (Youth ages 5+)

Mondays, September 8 & October 6 at 4 PM

Tuesday, August 5, September 23 & October 28 at 5 PM

Community Room

Stop by the library to meet up with other Pokemon fans to trade cards, talk about the game and the show, play the card game, and complete a craft or other activity. The library has a small number of cards available to trade but participants are encouraged to bring their own decks. (The Library is not responsible for lost or damaged cards). No registration required. Have Pokemon cards you no longer need? Consider donating them to the library.

Lego Club (Youth ages 5+)

Mondays, July 28, August 18, September 29 & October 20 at 4 PM

Tuesdays, September 2 & October 7 at 5 PM

Community Room

Stop by the library to complete our monthly challenge or just have some free building time. No registration required. For safety reasons, preschoolers MUST be accompanied by an adult.

CYOA Book Club (Ages 10-12)

Tuesday, August 12 at 12 pm

Community Room

Readers ages 10-12 invited to help us decide on the plot of the book. You don't have to read the book beforehand. A short craft will follow the reading of this interactive fiction adventure. No registration needed.

Ruff, Ruff and Read (Youth ages 5+)

Saturdays, July 26, September 27 & October 25

10 minute time slots between 10:30 and 11:30 AM

Community Room

Independent readers are invited to come and read to a therapy dog. Register in advance to get a guaranteed 10 minute time slot. Depending on volunteer and dog availability, a small number of walk-in spaces may also be available. Registration is required and starts 2 weeks before the date of the program. Visit our online calendar to register.

Program Calendar Page Link

NP Planetarium: Earth, Moon & Sun (Ages 7+)

Wednesday, July 23 at 7 PM

North Penn Planetarium

This planetarium show explores the relationship between the Earth, Moon and Sun with the help of Coyote, an amusing character adapted from Native American oral traditions who has many misconceptions about our home planet and its most familiar neighbors. His confusion about the universe makes viewers think about how the Earth, Moon and Sun work together as a system. Native American stories are used throughout the show to help distinguish between myths and science.

This program will be an hour long in a dark room, because of this the recommended age for attendance is 7 and up. Youth 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult during this program.

We will be meeting at the North Penn High School's Planetarium (1340 S Valley Forge Rd, Lansdale, PA 19446)

$5 in advance per person. Cash only to be paid at the Reference Desk of IVPL. Space is limited, payment must be made to confirm your attendance. Registration closes on July 16 and payments are due at this time.

No refunds unless IVPL or NPHS cancels the program. Questions? Contact Nicole Husbands at nhusbands@ivpl.org.

Pennsylvania Animals (Youth ages 6+)

Wednesday, July 30 at 7 PM

Community Room

Special guests from Indian Run Environmental Education Center will be visiting with some of their live raptors and reptile friends. Learn about Pennsylvania wildlife, including their role in the local ecosystems and ways we can protect them from threats. Space is limited and registration is required. Space is limited and registration opens July 16.

Registration link.

Create Space (Youth of all ages)

Tuesdays, September 16 & October 21 at 5 PM

Community Room

We provide the supplies; you provide the imagination. Art, inventions, building, and more. Stop by the library to see what you can make from the supplies provided. If you need inspiration, we will also provide you with an optional individual or team challenge. Creative fun for makers of all ages and abilities (adults too!). No registration required.

World Explorers Club (Youth Ages 10+)

Sundays, September 14 & October 12 at 2 PM

Community Room

Explore cultures and geography from around the world through trivia, games, crafts, food and other hands-on activities. No registration required. Please note: if you have food allergies, please email youthservices@ivpl.org before attending.

Interested in sharing about your own culture? We would love help from individuals with lived experience. Email youthservices@ivpl.org if you would like to participate.

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