Storytimes near TREDYFFRIN PUBLIC LIBRARY

King Meeting Room, Tredyffrin Library

Drop in and join certified Yoga Instructor Eileen Banis for this moderate Hatha yoga class. Floor work is optional with alternatives demonstrated. Seated modifications are available. Bring your mat and water bottle. Fee: $5/session. Registration is not required. This program fulfills PA Forward's Health Literacy through nourishing "the ability to make informed decisions in relation to an individual’s physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual health."

Tyler Hedges Room, Tredyffrin Library

IN PERSON Recommended for ages birth to 5: Stories, songs, and fun! From little to big lets learn and have fun at the same time.

TPL Makerspace, Tredyffrin Library

Mini Makers Ages 3-6 and a caregiver 18 (registration only need for child) (This class repeats on Saturday) Join us in the Makerspace for a story, and a fun activity. Activities will range from crafting to robotics and more!" Registration required. Registration begins the first of the month. This program fulfills PA Forward’s Information Literacy: “The ability to find, evaluate, use, share, and create content using print and digital technologies and communication networks.”

TPL Makerspace, Tredyffrin Library

Learn how to create a one color custom vinyl design using the cricut machine. Cut, weed and apply your design to a plastic water cup. Registration required. Registration begins the first of the month. This program fulfills PA Forward’s Information Literacy: “The ability to find, evaluate, use, share, and create content using print and digital technologies and communication networks.”

Tyler Hedges Room, Tredyffrin Library

Art Explorers In Art Explorers, school-age children dive into the world of art by creating their own original masterpieces inspired by well-known artists. Each session introduces a different artist, style, or technique—encouraging creativity, imagination, and self-expression. Children will experiment with a variety of materials and methods while learning about color, shape, texture, and composition in a fun and supportive environment. From bold brushstrokes to playful patterns, young artists will explore, discover, and bring their own unique ideas to life! 🎨 Registration Required!!

King Meeting Room, Tredyffrin Library

Come play with the Wayne Ukulele Club at Tredyffrin Public Library! This fun and upbeat group is perfect for people who want to play along with other ukulele players, learn to play ukulele, or just sing some songs. The library has ukuleles to borrow. Registration is not required. This program fulfills PA Forward's Civic and Social Literacy: "The ability to positively impact the community, engage in respectful discussions, understand civic roles and responsibilities, participate in community activities, and drive positive change."

Tyler Hedges Room, Tredyffrin Library

Budding Bookworms 🌱📚 Ages 3–6 (with caregiver) Help your little one grow a love of reading! Budding Bookworms is a playful, interactive program where children explore themed stories through engaging books, lively songs, and creative movement. Each session ends with a simple hands-on craft to reinforce the day’s theme and spark imagination. Perfect for curious minds ready to listen, move, and create! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!!

TPL Makerspace, Tredyffrin Library

Join us in the Makerspace to make paper quilled trees as a part of Arbo-READ-um! Paper quilling is a centuries-old art form that involves rolling, shaping, and gluing narrow strips of paper together to create intricate, decorative designs. Registration required (Please only sign up for one session). Adults 18 . About Arbo-READ-um: Welcome to the sixth annual Arbo-READ-um Community Read! This is a partnership between Tredyffrin Public Library and Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens to promote literacy and community conversations. Arbo-READ-um runs from June 22nd-July 31st, 2026. Find out more HERE. This program fulfills PA Forward’s Civic & Social Literacy: “The ability to positively impact the community, engage in respectful discussions, understand civic roles and responsibilities, participate in community activities, and drive positive change.”

Tyler Hedges Room, Tredyffrin Library

In Person - Indoors - Registration Required For AGES 5 to 12: Are you a master builder? Do you just LOVE LEGOs? Join us for some free building time almost every Friday this summer. Program dates 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, and 8/14

King Meeting Room, Tredyffrin Library

Games, discussions, and activities planned by teens for teens. Usually with a side of pizza! To place your order for a slice or two of pizza: Ldoan@ccls.org (I need the order at least an hour before start time) Hope to see you!

King Meeting Room, Tredyffrin Library

A practitioner-led class for those interested in exploring Zen practice. This meeting is IN PERSON at Tredyffrin Public Library. In the warmer months, the group will practice on the library's terrace. On other Saturdays of the month, this group meets on Zoom. Registration is requested, but not required. This class complements the weekly Relaxation & Healing Through Getting to Know Ourselves session on Wednesdays at 8pm. Knowing one’s self is not easy because our mind is often occupied with reacting to the outer world. This weekly session is an appointment with ourselves to get to know our inner being. Guided meditation through the awareness of different parts of our body, awe of the miracle of how our bodies work, and how micro-organisms work together harmoniously. Healing occurs naturally when we are relaxed and connected with our true selves. Please see our events calendar to register for a Relaxation & Healing Through Getting to Know Ourselves session. This program fulfills PA Forward's Health Literacy: “The ability to make informed decisions about physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual health for yourself and others in your care.”

Conference Room, Tredyffrin Library

Unstructured play time for adults! We will have bins of LEGOs, locally roasted coffee, tea, and small snacks. Adults 18 only. Registration is requested for coffee/snack prep, but not required. Allergens may be present in snacks. This program fulfills PA Forward's Civic and Social Literacy through "community engagement which allows individuals to interact with one another, in a participatory manner."

Tyler Hedges Room, Tredyffrin Library

Join Miss Jenne out on the Children's Library Patio for fun thematic books and music. Bring a blanket or towel. In the case of rain, we will meet in the Tyler Hedges Room. No Registration Required

TPL Makerspace, Tredyffrin Library

Join us in the Makerspace to make paper quilled trees as a part of Arbo-READ-um! Paper quilling is a centuries-old art form that involves rolling, shaping, and gluing narrow strips of paper together to create intricate, decorative designs. Registration required (Please only sign up for one session). Adults 18 . About Arbo-READ-um: Welcome to the sixth annual Arbo-READ-um Community Read! This is a partnership between Tredyffrin Public Library and Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens to promote literacy and community conversations. Arbo-READ-um runs from June 22nd-July 31st, 2026. Find out more HERE. This program fulfills PA Forward’s Civic & Social Literacy: “The ability to positively impact the community, engage in respectful discussions, understand civic roles and responsibilities, participate in community activities, and drive positive change.”

TPL Makerspace, Tredyffrin Library

Open Hours Makerspace Guidelines: Registration Required Please register for only Open Hour Session per month. (Only one registration need per family.) Our Makerspace is a community space where you can make, create, design, and build! All ages are welcome in the Makerspace. During Open Hours, you can sign up to work on independent projects with the assistance of Makerspace staff. No lessons or prepared projects will be provided at this time. Equipment available includes 3D printers, Cricut Machines, Dye Sublimation Printing, Laser Engraving/Cutting, and iPads with ProCreate, Tinkercad, and more. Makers must sign a Makerspace Waiver on their first Open Hours visit and have a library card in good standing. Youth under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult 18 . Youth ages 10-12 must have an adult 18 in the building, and teens ages 13-17 may use the Makerspace on their own, but must have a Makerspace Waiver signed by guardian before first use. Registration Required. This program fulfills PA Forward's Civic and Social Literacy through "community engagement which allows individuals to interact with one another, in a participatory manner."

TPL Makerspace, Tredyffrin Library

Mini Makers Ages 3-6 and a caregiver 18 (registration only need for child) (This class is the repeat of Thursday's.) Join us in the Makerspace for a story, and a fun activity. Activities will range from crafting to robotics and more!" Registration required. Registration begins the first of the month. This program fulfills PA Forward’s Information Literacy: “The ability to find, evaluate, use, share, and create content using print and digital technologies and communication networks.”

King Meeting Room, Tredyffrin Library

Teen Crochet & Crafts Club on Sundays, 3:30-5:00pm We provide the supplies to make a beginner friendly crochet project, then bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Contact Laurie for further information: Ldoan@ccls.org or 610-688-7092 x200

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Stop by the Tredyffrin Library Reference Desk any time between July 13th-July 31st to pick up materials to draw our oak tree outside! Once done, return to the Reference Desk by July 31st for your unique artwork to be displayed. Please note: Your artwork will then be available for pick-up after Arbo-READ-um ends. About Arbo-READ-um: Welcome to the sixth annual Arbo-READ-um Community Read! This is a partnership between Tredyffrin Public Library and Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens to promote literacy and community conversations. Arbo-READ-um runs from June 22nd-July 31st, 2026. Find out more HERE. This program fulfills PA Forward's Civic and Social Literacy: "The ability to positively impact the community, engage in respectful discussions, understand civic roles and responsibilities, participate in community activities, and drive positive change."

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In Person - Outdoors - No Registration Suggested (open July 1st) For ALL Ages: Quiver Farms is coming to visit and bringing some friends for you to meet!

King Meeting Room, Tredyffrin Library

Drop in and join certified Yoga Instructor Eileen Banis for a Yin Yoga class. Yin Yoga is very meditative. It is being: being in the few minutes in a shape that targets the receptive fascia that wraps our muscles and organs. We use blocks and blankets as support, and we can modify poses, included seated, as needed. Bring your mat and water bottle. Fee: $5/session. Registration is not required. This program fulfills PA Forward's Health Literacy: "The ability to make informed decisions about physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health for yourself and others in your care."

TPL Makerspace, Tredyffrin Library

Day 1 of S.T.E.A.M Week is Science, join use to learn about chemical reactions! Registration required. Registration begins the first of the month. This program fulfills PA Forward’s Information Literacy: “The ability to find, evaluate, use, share, and create content using print and digital technologies and communication networks.”

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Join our adult ELL (English Language Learner) Conversation Groups Mondays at 2:30PM and Wednesdays at 2PM to practice speaking in English in a friendly and supportive environment. We will talk about different topics and engage in fun, helpful conversations each week. Native English speakers will assist to steer the conversation and answer questions. This is a casual meeting of English language learners to practice speaking in English. The group is best suited for non-native English language learners who already speak at an intermediate level of English. Let's practice together! Registration requested, but not required. This program fulfills PA Forward’s Basic Literacy: “The ability to understand, interpret, apply and analyze language, knowledge, and numbers that are encountered across life, work, and community settings, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening.”

TPL Makerspace, Tredyffrin Library

Day 1 of S.T.E.A.M Week is Science, join use to learn about chemical reactions. Registration required. Registration begins the first of the month. This program fulfills PA Forward’s Information Literacy: “The ability to find, evaluate, use, share, and create content using print and digital technologies and communication networks.”

TPL Makerspace, Tredyffrin Library

Day 2 of S.T.E.A.M Week is Technology, join use to practice your coding skills! Registration required. Registration begins the first of the month. This program fulfills PA Forward’s Information Literacy: “The ability to find, evaluate, use, share, and create content using print and digital technologies and communication networks.”

TPL Makerspace, Tredyffrin Library

Day 2 of S.T.E.A.M Week is Technology, join use to practice your coding skills. Registration required. Registration begins the first of the month. This program fulfills PA Forward’s Information Literacy: “The ability to find, evaluate, use, share, and create content using print and digital technologies and communication networks.”

Tyler Hedges Room, Tredyffrin Library

Ages 3-10 ONLY Younger crafters may need adult assistance (photo is just an example; colors and shapes vary) This is your REGISTRATION, telling us to save a kit for you. ONE KIT PER REGISTRATION, ONE CHILD PER REGISTRATION. You will need multiple email addresses to register multiple children. We apologize for this inconvenience. To do this, most people use a partner's/spouse's email address or add a single number to their main email address. You will then get a CONFIRMATION email telling you if you are registered or if you are on the waiting list. Pickup begins NEXT week. If you are on the registration list, you will receive a PICKUP email when your kit is ready. Kits will NOT be ready until you receive the PICKUP email. If you are on the waiting list, you will NOT receive a pickup email unless a registrant cancels and you are bumped up to the registration list. You then have ONE WEEK to pick up your kit. Leftover kits will be offered to those on the waiting list.

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IN PERSON Recommended for ages 18 months to 3 years: Join Miss Stephanie for storytime specifically designed for this age group. Sing songs and read stories!

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IN PERSON Recommended for ages birth to 5: Stories, songs, and fun! From little to big, lets learn and have fun at the same time.

King Meeting Room, Tredyffrin Library

Known as kill-devil in the 1600s and referred to as "colonialism in a bottle" today, rum was the drink that drove the American Revolution. This byproduct of the sugar trade quickly became an icon of the new world. Drank by pirates, sailors, and allegedly, Paul Revere on his way to Lexington. Rum toasted the Declaration of Independence and was rationed to soldiers at Valley Forge. Join Ranger Adam as he takes you on a sugary trek around the new world to tell you the history of this revolutionary spirit. Bring your lunch and join us for a lively talk! This event is FREE, but registration is REQUIRED. Please register through VFPA's website. Questions? Please email membership@vfparkalliance.org. This program fulfills PA Forward's Civic and Social Literacy: "The ability to positively impact the community, engage in respectful discussions, understand civic roles and responsibilities, participate in community activities, and drive positive change."

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Visit our Drop-In Tech Help sessions for quick assistance with email, apps, e-books, the Library website, Museum passes, Microsoft Office programs, and more! We will have 15 minute time slots available, so just stop by! Please Note: We are here to help, but not all tech questions are quick or easily solved and may require professional or more advanced services. If we can help, we will! This program fulfills PA Forward’s Information Literacy: “The ability to find, evaluate, use, share, and create content using print and digital technologies and communication networks.”