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Movie Night with a Cop: Goat
Fri, 06/19 at 8:00 pm at Safety Town
Grab your blanket and head to Safety Town, located at 301 Civic Center Plaza, for a family-friendly film, popcorn, and glow sticks.
Tie-Dye Bandanas
Tue, 06/23 at 2:00 pm
Twist, fold, and dye your way to a one-of-a-kind bandana. Add a pop of color to your wardrobe and express your personal style in a whole new way!
90s Unplugged
Thu, 06/25 at 7:00 pm
Ready to rewind? Join local favorite Katie Kostner for an intimate journey through her curated “mixtape” of 90s hits.
Women of Natural History
Tue, 07/07 at 7:00 pm
Join Master Naturalist Kim White to explore the legacies of Queen Hatshepsut, Mary Anning, and Rachel Carson.
Holy Guacamole!
Thu, 07/09 at 4:00 pm
Smash, mix, and season your way to the perfect personalized dip. Then, grab some tortilla chips so you can dig right in!
Houseplant Exchange
Sat, 07/11 from 12:00-5:00 pm
Whether you are dividing a Snake Plant or sharing a Spider Plant, this is the perfect chance to trade your overgrown favorites and talk shop with fellow green thumbs.
Glenside Library Carnival
Tue, 07/14 from 2:00-3:30 pm
Step right up for an afternoon of family fun! Enjoy mini bowling, wacky ring toss, face painting, bouncy house and more!
After-Hours: Library Laser Tag
Fri, 07/17 at 7:00 pm
Dodge, hide, and tag your friends as we turn the stacks into the ultimate indoor arena.
Choose from a variety of free events and activities at your library every week. We offer author visits, storytimes and book clubs. You can learn technology skills, make a craft, improve your English, attend musical performances or movie screenings, and so much more.
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