CHAIR YOGA: Special Time this Week Only
Thursday, January 31, 2019 - 12:30pm
Event location:
Blue Bell
Chair Yoga will meet Thursday January 31, at 12:30. This is a one-time switch due to the upcoming CD/DVD sale preparations.
Who should attend:
Adults
RENTAL: Oakhurst Homeowners
Sunday, January 27, 2019 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Event location:
Blue Bell
STAFF CONFERENCE ROOM RENTAL: Oakhurst Homeowners
Private meeting. Please do not contact the library.
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RENTAL: RSVP Montgomery County
Wednesday, February 6, 2019 - 1:00pm
Event location:
Blue Bell
RSVP Montgomery County Volunteer Information Session
This event is a Community Room Rental. RSVP is the SPONSOR of the event and the Library is the LOCATION.
Interested parties should contact RSVP directly for details. Please do not contact the library. Email volunteer 123@rsvpmc.org or call 610-834-1040 x.123 for information.
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Wed Film Discussion: Green Book
Wednesday, January 9, 2019 - 1:30pm
Event location:
Ambler Theater
We're holidng our 1st Wed. Film Discussion on the 2nd Wed. of the month due to the New Year holiday. Please join us for the matinee show and a lively discussion afterwards!
Mahershala Ali and Viggo Mortensen star in this uplifting drama about a dignified African-American pianist who hires a rough-edged Italian-American bouncer to chauffeur him across the American South in the 1960s. Based on the true story of Don Shirley, GREEN BOOK is an exploration of race and friendship elevated by two exceptional performances, which bring the right touch of humor to a serious subject.
ABOUT THE 1ST WEDNESDAY FILM DISCUSSION:
Join us on the first Wednesday of the month at Ambler Theater for the afternoon showing of the chosen film. Each film will be announced 10 days before the showing, and the discussion afterward will be moderated by library staff and theater staff.
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When a Grandparent Can Seek Custody
Wednesday, January 30, 2019 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Event location:
Blue Bell
Grandparents across the state are finding themselves in the position where they need to step in to help raise their grandchildren.
- In Pennsylvania, more than 195,000 children are living with their grandparents.
- Nearly 1/3 of grandparents raising grandchildren are 60 years of age are older, nearly 60% are in the work force and nearly 20% are living in poverty.
- For every child in foster care with relatives, there are 20 children being raised in grand families outside of the foster care system.
Three new laws have passed in Pennsylvania related to grandparent custody. What are they and what are your options when seeking custody? Get the information YOU need to make an informed decision when the best interests and welfare of a child hangs in the balance.
Join Attorney Christina DeMatteo for expert guidance on grandparent custody in Pennsylvania. RSVP suggested. Please sign up in the library binder or email events@wvpl.org.
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Who Was Harriet Tubman?
Wednesday, February 13, 2019 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Event location:
Blue Bell
Join us for an exciting portrayal of Harriet Tubman. Watch and learn as reenactor Dr. Daisy Century brings Harriet Tubman’s indomitable spirit to life in this engaging one-woman show! ALL AGES ARE WELCOME! Kids, teens, and adults! SAY YOU'LL BE THERE! RSVP at historywvpl.eventbrite.com or email events@wvpl.org.
Harriet Tubman was a brave woman who worked as a Union spy and nurse during the Civil War. She rescued more than 70 slaves using the Underground Railroad. Tubman encouraged people to put others first and claimed that during her Railroad days, “I never ran my train off the track and I never lost a passenger.” Dr. Century's portrayal will take each and every audience member along for this ride!
Trained as a teacher, Dr. Daisy Century earned a BA in Biology at Claflin College, a Master’s in Science Education from South Carolina University and a PhD from Temple University, also in Science Education. Dr. Century has been a performer with the American Historical Theatre(AHT) since 1999. She has appeared in venues that include the National Defense Organization, Belmont Mansion, National Archives, Sojourner Truth House, Theodore Roosevelt National Historic Site, the Helicopter Museum, and numerous schools, libraries, museums and historic sites throughout New Jersey.
NO ESL: Let's Talk @ Ambler
DELAYED OPENING @ BLUE BELL: Volunteer Holiday Luncheon
Tuesday, December 18, 2018 - 1:00pm
Event location:
Blue Bell
The Blue Bell library will OPEN at 1:00 pm so our staff can honor and thank our volunteers at a festive lunch. Ambler branch is open regular hours.
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Seeking Direction in Retirement Living
Tuesday, January 15, 2019 - 7:00pm
Event location:
Blue Bell
Join representatives from ACTS Retirement-Life Communities for an informational session about retirement community living!
“Seeking Direction in Retirement Living” will help you understand:
· What is a Continuing Care Retirement Community?
· Questions to ask when visiting communities
· What are your options?
· Understanding the different contracts
· How do you find the right fit?
· Amenities and Financial benefits
Say you'll be there! RSVP in the library binder at Blue Bell or email events@wvpl.org.
Our Presenters: Kim Burke, Director of Sales; Jill Kuhn, Sales Manager; and Debbie Tedesco, Director of Admissions and Outreach representing Spring House Estates, Fort Washington Estates and Gwynedd Estates, all Acts Retirement-Life Communities.
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HAMILTON THE MUSICAL Part 2 @ Ambler
Tuesday, December 4, 2018 - 6:30pm
Event location:
Ambler
Part 2 of a 2 Part Event - Tuesday, Nov. 27 and Tuesday, Dec. 4.
Music historian, singer, and dancer Steven Pollack returns to Ambler Library to present
Hamilton The Musical: Its Impact on Musical Theater.
Join us for this educational and musical multimedia event! Seating is limited. Our programs are free, but please RSVP to 215-646-1072 or ahall@wvpl.org
6:15 pm Refreshments, 6:30 pm Program
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