Welcome to the Children’s Services page of the Lower Providence Community Library website. Find upcoming Programs & Events, check out our Resources for Readers, and send us your recommendations for books, DVDs, and other materials you would like to have in the library. Also, please let us know if you have any ideas for programming. We would love to hear from you!
To access our Kids eLibrary Resources, click here.
For information on books in your child’s reading level click one of these links: http://www.arbookfind.com/UserType.aspx
http://www.scholastic.com/bookwizard/
https://lexile.com
To register for programs, email Sandrah Moles or call the library at 610-666-6640 for the Circulation Desk.
Children’s Story Time
Mondays & Tuesdays – 10:30 AM – Infants – 2 Yr Olds
Mondays & Tuesdays – 11:15 AM Older 2 to 3 Yr Olds
Thursdays – 10:30 AM & 2 PM – 4 Yr Olds and older (This is a story time for children only. Parents remain in the library)
Saturdays – 10:30 – Infant – 3 Yr Olds
Saturdays – 11:15 – 4 Yr Olds and older
For more information, email Sandrah Moles.
LEGOS
Mondays: Oct. 7th; Nov. 4th from 4 – 5pm
These are Lego free-play sessions! We supply the Legos and you supply the fun! Legos are open for anyone to play. Feel free to drop in. Parents, Grandparents or Caregivers should accompany their younger children and must supervise children under 10 years of age.
After School Makerspace
Wednesdays, September 18th & 25th 4:15 – 5pm
Wednesdays, October 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd 4:15 – 5pm
Join us for Makerspace time!
We create. We ask questions. We have fun. We make mistakes. We invent. We are connected.
Participate in a variety of imaginative, collaborative & inspiring projects! We supply the space and the materials, you supply the fun! Drop-in. Geared for ages 8-12. (Grades 3-6)
After School Makerspace is geared to those ages 8-12. Caregivers must remain in the library if child is under 10 years of age. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lower Providence Community Library. This drop-in program is FREE and open to the public.
What’s The Big Idea? (PROGRAM FILLED)
Thursdays at 1:15 – 1:45 pm. September 19th though November 21st (9/19; 9/26; 10/3; 10/10; 10/17; 10/24; 10/31; 11/7; 11/14; 11/21)
‘What’s the Big Idea’ teaches preschool children Science, Technology, Math & Art concept, using fun, hands-on lessons with age appropriate books. For ages 4-6. Instructor: Regan Nelson
Class runs from 1:15 – 1:45 pm. Parents must remain in the Library. If selected, please make sure your child is able to attend all or most of these classes. Child must be 4 years old by July 19th, 2019. Registration is Required. Please register at the front desk or print out this form, fill it out and turn it in at the front desk.
Class is limited to 15 students. FREE and open to the public. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lower Providence Community Library.
Music And Movement For Kids!
Friday, October 11th at 10:30am
This interactive music and movement class is designed for young children (18 months – 4 year olds) and their caregivers! It will increase children’s self awareness, confidence and self-expression through interactive musical experiences!
This program is FREE and open to the public. First come, first served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lower Providence Community Library.
Music And Movement For Kids!
Wednesday, November 6th at 10:30am
This interactive music and movement class is designed for young children (18 months – 4 year olds) and their caregivers! It will increase children’s self awareness, confidence and self-expression through interactive musical experiences!
This program is FREE and open to the public. First come, first served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lower Providence Community Library.
Princess Party
Thursday, November 7th at 6pm
You are cordially invited… Beautiful Princess Bell will read stories of enchantment…and sing songs! She looks forward to meeting all young prince and princesses at this fun event.
Sponsored by The Friends of the Lower Providence Community Library. FREE and open to the public. No registration required.