Upper Perkiomen Valley Library
A branch of the Montgomery County - Norristown Public Library
350 Main Street, Red Hill PA 18076
215-679-2020
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The Upper Perkiomen Valley Library is a local resource for research and entertainment for the public. This web site is an extension of our services, providing quality links and information. Feel free to browse the website and look for everything from books to upcoming events. Please Contact Us with any questions or comments you have about our website or the services we provide.
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One Book, One County
Thursday, April 11
This year's One Book, One County pick is Tony's Wife by bestselling author Adriana Trigiani. Our Book Club will be participating by reading Tony's Wife for our March 19 meeting.
Ms. Trigiani, is scheduled to be in Montgomery County on Thursday, April 11 at 2:00 pm at Ursinus College’s Bomberger Auditorium in Collegeville or at 7:00 pm at Keneseth Israel Synagogue in Elkins Park. Her two appearances are the main feature of the fourth annual ONE BOOK, ONE COUNTY community wide event hosted by Montgomery County Libraries. Book sale and signing to follow both events.
Behind the Scenery
Tuesday, March 26 @ 6:30 pm
Like art? Help us create the sets for our May Drama Club production of The Snow Queen! We need artists in grades 5-12. No experience or special talent necessary, but wear old clothes- we will be painting. Led by Miss Jeanne. Session 3 out of 4.
Shake It Up!
Wednesday, March 27 @ 10:30 am
Join us for an hour of movement, music, and fun! For children ages 3-6. No registration required.
Children's E-Resources Info Session
Monday, April 1 @ 2:00 pm
Do you teach children? Join us for an information session about our free e-resources for every grade level. Get activity ideas, animated picture books, research tools, scholarly articles, and more! Learn how to access them, ask us questions, and see how they can make your teaching easier.
Job E-Resources Info Session
Monday, April 8, 6:30 pm
Are you looking for a job? Do you need resume help? Come to this information session to learn about all of the e-resources we have to help you find job openings, write your resume and cover letter, research companies, practice interviewing, and more! We will show you how to access them through the library website and answer any questions you may have.
Longwood Gardens Community Read
The sixth annual Community Read is being celebrated from now through May! Join libraries and other organizations in the area that are hosting events to encourage reading for fun.
Our Adult Book Club will be discussing The Triumph of Seeds by Thor Hanson on Tuesday, April 16 @ 6:30 pm. Ask at the front desk if you need to request a copy of the book. No registration is required.
The two events hosted by Longwood Gardens are on April 4 and 5. More information about those and about the Community Read program can be found at the link below.
Sowing & Sharing the Seeds of Spring
Wednesday, April 24 @ 7:00 pm
Join us for an evening of "garden talk" as we discuss our favorite plants and what's new in the garden for this year. Have too much of a certain plant or seeds? Participate in an exchange! Learn of efforts to reintroduce a disease-resistant American Chestnut. Once the dominant species in our eastern hardwood forests, only the "grey ghosts" of 4 billion trees remain.
Open and free to the public.
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale
Friday April 26 - Saturday May 4, during normal library hours
All proceeds of this fabulous used book sale go directly to The Upper Perkiomen Valley Library! Most books are $.50-$1.00. Children's, teen, and adult titles in paperback and hardcover will be on sale. We'll also have DVDs, audiobooks, music CDs, and puzzles. It's the best deal in town!
Friday the 3rd and Saturday the 4th will be the $4 brown bag sale.
PLEASE DO NOT DONATE BOOKS BETWEEN APRIL 20 AND MAY 8.
Along the Perkiomen Railroad
Saturday, April 27 @ 11:00 am
Travel with the Perkiomen Railroad Historical Society along the Perkiomen railroad. Historical presentation and slideshow followed by footage filmed along the Perkiomen in the late 40s and mid 50s. Everyone is encouraged to bring artifacts, photos, or personal stories to share!
Yoga
Tuesday, April 30 @ 6:00 pm
Practice yoga with certified instructor Eileen Turner. This class is appropriate for all skill levels. Bring a mat and water bottle. Give $5 per person at the door as a donation to the library. Pre-registration requested, but not required.
Tax Information
The IRS is no longer supplying bulk shipments of tax forms. We did receive a limited supply of the new 1040 booklets and instructions, which can be picked up in the Reference Room. If you would like to print tax forms from the IRS website, you can do so at the library for 15 cents a page. We cannot offer tax advice, but we can try to help you find the information and assistance you need.
If you have any questions, call us at (215) 679-2020 or stop by the library.
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