Youth & Family Programs

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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, 9:15 AM

March 18-April 29

Select Tuesdays, 10:15 AM

April 23

Wednesdays, 10:15 AM

March 20-May 1

Community Room

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

Baby Prom

Monday, May 6, 10 AM

Community Room

Music, dancing, and cute photo ops! For children ages birth - 24 months (siblings welcome). Registration required. Registration link.

Teddy Bear Storytime (Age 2)

Wednesdays, 9:30 AM

March 20-May 1

Community Room

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

Music & Motion Storytime (Ages 3 - 5)

Wednesdays, 11 AM

March 20-May 1

Community Room

Stories, songs, and movement activities for children ages 3-5. Siblings welcome.

Lunch Bunch Storytime (All ages)

Thursdays, 12 PM

March 21-May 2

Community Room

Stories, songs, and movement activities for children of all ages. Bring a lunch or snack (not required). Meet at the pavilion outside. May be moved inside.

Wee Build (Ages 1-5)

Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 AM

September-May 30

Storyhour Room

Stop into the Children’s Room for some free play with preschool-friendly building toys. No registration required.

Stay and Play (Ages 1-5)

Fridays, April 19 & May 17

10-11:30 AM

Community Room

Stop by our big Community Room for some fun indoor play with friends. No registration required.

Supported Small Group Story Time

Mondays, 10:30 AM

April 22

Community Room

Join Ms. Angela for a small group story time featuring a visual schedule, fidgets, interactive stories and other supports. Registration is required and starts 2 weeks before the program. Parents should plan to remain in the room but please register children only. Most appropriate for developmental ages 3-5 but all ages welcome.

Family & All Ages Programs

Pajama Storytime

Select Tuesdays at 7 PM

April 30

Storyhour Room

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

Family Art Exploration

Mondays at 4 PM

May 20

Community Room

Stop by the library for some hands-on art exploration. Together, we will share a story and a mindfulness moment. Then, everyone (adults included) will be invited to create art based on a theme using the supplies provided. Most appropriate for ages 3-8 but all ages are welcome.

Crafts for a Cause: Getting Ready for Adventure

Tuesday, April 23

10 AM to 4 PM

Story Hour Room

Stop by the library to help us get ready for summer. Decorate our large banner, color a big poster, or draw something that makes you think “Adventure.” Open to crafters of all ages and abilities. No registration required.

School’s Out Movie: Raya and the Last Dragon

Tuesday, April 23 at 2 PM

Community Room

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Raya and the Last Dragon travels to the fantasy world of Kumandra, where humans and dragons lived together in harmony long ago. But when an evil force threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Now, 500 years later, that same evil has returned and it’s up to a lone warrior, Raya, to track down the legendary last dragon to restore the fractured land and its divided people. However, along her journey, she’ll learn that it’ll take more than a dragon to save the world—it’s going to take trust and teamwork as well.

Rating: PG

Runtime: 114 minutes

Live Animal Table Talks

Monday, May 6 from 6:30 to 8 PM

Lewis McLean Reading Room

Delaware Valley University Students are visiting Indian Valley Public Library and bringing some friends with them. Spend the evening learning about different wildlife at the library by visiting different tables. This is a free event for all ages.

School Aged Programs

Beginner’s Chess

Wednesday at 6:30 pm (No program February 7)

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.

Pokémon Meet-up Club (Ages 5-10)

Mondays at 4 PM

May 6

Community Room

Stop by the library to meet up with other Pokémon 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 Pokémon cards you no longer need? Consider donating them to the library.

Supported STEAM Program (Ages 5-10)

Tuesdays at 4 PM

May 7

Community Room

Join us for a supported program for children who need smaller group sizes, fidgets, a sensory schedule and other supports. Registration is required and starts 2 weeks before the program. Adults should plan to stay in the room during the program, but please register children only. March registration link.

Tinkering Club (Ages 5-10)

Mondays at 4 PM

May 13

Community Room

Stop by the library to complete our tinkering challenge using the materials provided. Most appropriate elementary school but all ages welcome.

This program uses elements from Indian Valley Public Library’s Tinkering Kit. The kit was funded by a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services as administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Office of Commonwealth Libraries.

Junior Engineers (Ages 5 and up)

Tuesdays at 5 PM

May 14

Community Room

During this program, you will be invited to work in a small group to solve an engineering challenge with provided materials. No registration required.

Lego Club (Ages 5 and up)

Tuesdays at 5 PM

May 21

Mondays at 4 PM

April 22

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.

Ruff, Ruff and Read (Ages 5 and up)

Saturday, April 27

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

Registration is required and opens 2 weeks before the program

Independent readers are invited to come and read to a therapy dog. Register in advance to get a guaranteed time slot. Depending on volunteer and dog availability, a small number of walk-in spaces may also be available. March Registration Link.

Programs for Tweens

STEAM Saturday: Video Game Soundtrack Design (Youth Ages 10+)

Saturday, May 4, 10:30 AM to 1 PM

Community Room

Designing video game music involves composing and arranging audio tracks that dynamically enhance gameplay, evoking emotions, and immersing players in the virtual worlds through carefully crafted soundscapes and melodies. This program was made possible by a PA Smart Grant administered by VGC USA. Caregivers of children ages 10-12 must remain in the library during the program. Registration is required and starts two weeks before the program. Registration link.

Tween Reading Club (Ages 10-12)

Tuesday, May 21 at 4 pm

Community Room

Let’s take a journey through the Dewey Decimal System. Read one book that can be found in the 600s section of the Dewey classification. Then join us to share the title and your thoughts. Loved it? Tell us why we should read it. Disliked it? Tell us how the book could be better. Need some help finding a book? Ask a librarian for some recommendations.

STEAM Saturday: How to Podcast Like a Pro (Youth Ages 10+)

Saturday, May 25, 10:30 AM to 1 PM

Community Room

Starting a podcast involves creating audio content on a chosen topic, recording and editing episodes, and then distributing them to online platforms, allowing you to share your expertise, stories, or discussions with a global audience. This program was made possible by a PA Smart Grant administered by VGC USA. Caregivers of children ages 10-12 must remain in the library during the program. Registration is required and starts two weeks before the program. Registration link.