Montgomery County Pennsylvania Library District

Ladies of the Street
2026-03-12 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Free Library of Springfield Township, 8900 Hawthorne Lane, Wyndmoor, PA, 19038, United States
Intended for Adults
In celebration of Philadelphia’s Semiquincentennial (250th) anniversary, local author and lecturer Tom Keels will share his knowledge of the women who saved the 1926 World’s Fair. The Sesqui Women’s Committee was responsible for bringing the history of Philadelphia and America to life in 1926 during the Exposition. Defying corruption in the Republican Organization, they pioneered such concepts as living historians, house museums, and historic preservation.
No registration required.

U.S. History Trivia Night for Adults
2026-03-19 19:00 | Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, 19006, United States
Intended for adults only.
Join in for a friendly trivia competition featuring questions on an array of topics related to U.S. History – Entertainment, Arts & Literature, Geography, Sports & Leisure, and of course, Historic Figures & Events. Showcase your knowledge as you work together to earn bragging rights. Participants will group up the night of the program, so no need to register as a team beforehand. Individual players are welcome!
Snacks and drinks will be provided for intellectual sustenance.
Registration required

Friday Movie Matinee - HVL
2026-03-20 11:00 | Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, 19006, United States
Join us for a Free Friday Movie.
Today we will be showing Iron Jawed Angels (2004) TV-14, 123 minutes.
Alice Paul and the women of the 1917 Women’s Suffrage movement fight for future generations right to vote and run for office. Sacrificing their health, marriages and their limited amount of freedom, women were imprisoned and force fed after picketing and hunger-striking.
Part of Huntingdon Valley Library’s America 250 series.
Movies are sponsored by Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library who generously pay for our movie licenses.

Celebrate America Book Club
2026-03-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Royersford Free Library, 200 South Fourth Ave, Royersford, PA, 19468, United States
Intended for Adults
Woman’s Club of Royersford presents Celebrate America Book Club, a monthly book club exploring the women who build America (1776-Present)!
As we approach the nation’s 250th anniversary, we’re diving into the untold stories of the women who shaped the United States from 1776 to today. From revolutionary printers and abolitionists to modern-day scientists and supreme court justice. We’ll explore the “hidden heroes” of our history.
The America 250 Book Club will meet the fourth Monday of the month at 6:00pm, beginning March 23, 2026.
The book selection for March is Founding Mothers by Cokie Roberts. Books are available at the circulation desk in the Royersford Library.
No registration required.

Revolutionary Women
2026-03-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Indian Valley Public Library, 100 E. Church Avenue, Telford, PA, 18969, United States
Even women were involved in the Revolutionary War – some as spies, some by continuing their husband’s professions at home while they were away and some by actually fighting. Hear stories of some remarkable women who came to the aid of the Patriots in the Revolutionary War.
Presenter: Dr. Susanne Johnston was an educator for 47 years in public and private schools and universities in the area. She specializes in the American Revolution, Native American Issues, genealogy, genetics and forensics.
Registration for this event opens Wednesday, March 11 at 9:00 am

The Commander-in-Chief's Guard with Alex Robb
2026-03-26 19:00 | Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, 19006, United States
Intended for adults
Alex Robb, Interpretive Programs Specialist for Washington Crossing Historic Park in Bucks County, will present on the Commander-in-Chief’s Guard, a Continental Army unit tasked with protecting the life and belongings of General George Washington. The CICG is a fascinating microcosm of the Continental Army and offers valuable insights into both the man who was “first in war, first in peace, first in the hearts of his countrymen”, as well as the every-day soldiers who followed him into battle. The CICG’s story takes us from a treason plot to the brightest American victories. Anecdotes, primary sources, and historic reproductions will all be shared.
Registration required
Sponsored by the Friends Of Huntingdon Valley Library.

The Disaffected: Britain’s Occupation of Philadelphia During the American Revolution
2026-03-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Indian Valley Public Library, 100 E. Church Avenue, Telford, PA, 18969, United States
Intended for Adults
Join us as author Aaron Sullivan discusses his book entitled The Disaffected: Britain’s Occupation of Philadelphia During the American Revolution. In his book, Sullivan explores the British occupation of Philadelphia, chronicling the experiences of a group of people who were pursued, pressured, and at times persecuted, not because they chose the wrong side of the Revolution but because they tried not to choose a side at all.
Registration required

Virtual Author Talk with Smithsonian Curator Emerita Valerie Neal: History of US Women Astronauts
2026-04-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Abington Free Library, 1030 Old York Road, Abington, PA, 19001, United States
Join us for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal, emerita curator from the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum and expert on human spaceflight.
Sally Ride became a household name as the first American woman in space, but scores of equally impressive women have also left their mark in space. On a Mission: The Smithsonian History of US Women Astronauts spans 45 years and 61 astronauts to share the epic journeys of women who made space for themselves in a male-dominated field.
Valerie Neal interviewed many of the US women astronauts to bring their experiences to life. She offers a culturally insightful history of their achievements, the challenges they’ve faced, and their distinctive stories. Collectively, they’ve completed more than 100 space shuttle missions, and more than 30 long-duration stays on the International Space Station and Russian Space Station Mir, and they continue to prove themselves in present-day space exploration efforts.
The book includes 50 black-and-white photographs to complement the historical account. With its sweeping look from the first women astronauts to Christina Hammock Koch, assigned to the first crewed Artemis mission around the Moon, there is no comparably thorough book on America’s women astronauts. On a Mission is an inspiring tribute to unsung women’s history.
Register now to take part in this inspirational discussion!
About the Author: Valerie Neal is a space historian and Curator Emerita at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington DC. Her specialty is human spaceflight, space technology, and space science in the Space Shuttle era and beyond. At the Museum, she collected more than 1500 artifacts of the shuttle era, curated three exhibitions and eight documentary programs for the Smithsonian Channel (cable TV), published books and articles growing from her research, lectured in the USA and abroad, and gave many interviews for US and international media.
Before joining the Museum, she was a writer and editor for some 25 NASA publications on Space Shuttle and Spacelab missions, the Hubble Space Telescope and other Great Observatories, space science, and NASA History. She participated in underwater astronaut training in Alabama and mission support in Houston for four Space Shuttle missions. She has taught American Studies and writing courses at multiple universities. Valerie Neal holds Ph.D. and M.A. degrees in American Studies and a B.A. degree in English and History.
Registration required

Revolution 101: The History of American Independence
2026-04-06 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-05-04 18:00 | William Jeanes Memorial Library and Nicholas and Athena Karabots Center for Learning, 4051 Joshua Rd, Lafayette Hill, PA, 19444, United States
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s founding, join local historian Jim Segrave-Daly for a 4-part series with lively discussion of the causes, events, and individuals whose actions led tot he American Revolution and the historic changes that resulted. The series begins in 1763, after Englan’s victory in the Seven Years’ War, and culminates in ratification of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776.
Series dates:
Monday, April 6, 6:30 PM – Registration opens Monday, March 16
Monday, May 4, 6:30 PM – Registration opens Monday, April 13
Monday, June 1, 6:30 PM – Registration opens Monday, May 11
Tuesday, July 7, 6:30 PM – Registration opens Tuesday, June 16

Hamilton Sing-Along for Teens
2026-04-09 17:30 - 20:30 | Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, 19006, United States
Intended for students in grades 7 – 12
Talk less. Sing more.
Fans, be in the (Community) Room where it happens for an interactive sing-along screening of Hamilton. Lyrics will be projected for those how might need a refresher, and participants are encouraged to sing, dance, or just watch and enjoy.
Dinner, drinks, snacks and dessert will be provided. Just you wait.
Space is limited. Registration is required.
Sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.
Part of Huntingdon Valley Library’s Reading is Revolutionary series.

Preserving Valley Forge
2026-04-09 19:00 - 20:00 | PVL @ Schwenksville Borough Hall, 300 Main Street, Schwenksville, PA, 19473, United States
Join us in celebrating the country’s 250th anniversary! Go back in time and discover Schwenksville’s role in local and national history.
Valley Forge became a National Park during the U.S. Bicentennial: July 4th, 1976. The prominent Pennypacker Family of Schwenksville played a major role in preserving Washington’s Headquarters at Valley Forge and shaping the park as we know it today. Learn about their impact in preserving American History right in your backyard.
The program will be held at:
Schwenksville Borough Hall
300 Main St.
Schwenksville, PA 19473
This historic lecture is intended for adults and older teenagers. This program is free, no registration is required.

Friday Movie Matinee – HVL
2026-04-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, 19006, United States
Intended for Adults
Join us for a Free Friday Movie.
Today we will be showing The Right Stuff (1983) PG, 193 minutes.
The U.S. space program’s development from the breaking of the sound barrier to selection of the Mercury 7 astronauts, from a group of test pilots with a more seat-of-the-pants approach than the program’s more cautious engineers preferred. (Ed Harris, Sam Shephard, Scott Glenn)
Part of Huntingdon Valley Library’s America 250 series.
Movies are sponsored by Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library who generously pay for our movie licenses.

Over There: Songs and Letters of World War I
2026-04-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, 19006, United States
Neill Hartley will visit HVL for this fully staged one–man show featuring iconic songs and letters from World War I.
Mr. Hartley will present the remarkable stories of the war, told in the words of the men and women who lived it. During WW1, Americans young and old threw their collective energy into the war effort. Patriotic loyalty and “Americanism” pervaded the country. Songs, letters and articles kept Americans abreast of the war efforts. During the war, letter writing was the main form of communication between soldiers and their loved ones, helping to ease the pain of separation.
At home, American songwriters were exempt from the national policy of paper rationing. Sheet music was as important as arms production. Songs such as “Over There” and “Pack up Your Troubles in Your Old Kit Bag” embodied the American spirit, and have been passed from generation to generation.
Following the performance, there will be a short informational presentation about the time period, followed by a question and answer session with the audience.
Please R.S.V.P.
Sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.
Part of Huntingdon Valley Library’s America 250 series.

Game Show: USA
2026-04-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, 19006, United States
Recommended for families with children in grades 3-8. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
Join Bright Star Touring Theatre for this delightfully wacky game show, where you’ll test your knowledge of all things USA, from the earliest origins, all the way to present day. This fun-filled trivia game celebrates America’s 250th birthday, complete with patriotic prizes! A study guide is available for you to check out prior to the show.
Please RSVP.
Sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.
Part of Huntingdon Valley Library’s America 250 series.
Bright Star Touring Theatre is a national touring theatre company based in North Carolina. Their mission is simple: to challenge, engage, and delight audiences all over the world. They have performed for schools and communities large and small from Seattle, WA to Stuttgart, Germany.

Service in Bloom: High School Teen Volunteer Event
2026-04-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Upper Merion Township Library, 175 W Valley Forge Rd, King of Prussia, PA, 19406, United States
Intended for teens in grades 9-12 only in the Henderson Room at Upper Merion Township Library
In celebration of our nation’s birthday this year, teens will write heartfelt letters to veterans and paint flower pots to be donated ahead of Memorial Day to Heroic Gardens, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans through gardening, horticultural therapy, and community connection. This hands-on event honors a legacy of service while empowering teens to make a difference in their community. All materials will be provided, and volunteer service hours will be awarded to all attendees.
Limited spots are available!
This program is being run by Anja, a junior at Upper Merion High School and a Girl Scout working toward her Gold Award. Her project is focused on improving teen programming at the Upper Merion Library!
Registration required

Songs & Stories of the American Revolution
2026-04-23 18:30 - 19:30 | William Jeanes Memorial Library and Nicholas and Athena Karabots Center for Learning, 4051 Joshua Rd, Lafayette Hill, PA, 19444, United States
Dressed in Colonial garb, before a set of a Colonial tavern, Matthew takes audiences back in time to the days of the American Colonial settlement and the American Revolution. Using rousing period songs and stories that put the songs into the context of the time, Matthew brings to life the exciting Days of 1776 on guitar, banjo and mandolin.
Registration opens Thursday, April 2

Celebrate America Book Club
2026-04-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Royersford Free Library, 200 South Fourth Ave, Royersford, PA, 19468, United States
Intended for Adults
Woman’s Club of Royersford presents Celebrate America Book Club, a monthly book club exploring the women who build America (1776-Present)!
As we approach the nation’s 250th anniversary, we’re diving into the untold stories of the women who shaped the United States from 1776 to today. From revolutionary printers and abolitionists to modern-day scientists and supreme court justice. We’ll explore the “hidden heroes” of our history.
The selection for this meeting is My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray & Laura Kamoie
No registration required.
See the upcoming selections

This Old Home
2026-04-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Indian Valley Public Library, 100 E. Church Avenue, Telford, PA, 18969, United States
Learn where Revolutionary Soldiers encamped in our area; what battles they fought in in this area and what routes they traveled on the way to the Battles. Discover what local homes, churches and buildings, that are still in use today, were used in the Revolutionary War and what function they served.
Presenter: Dr. Susanne Johnston was an educator for 47 years in public and private schools and universities in the area. She specializes in the American Revolution, Native American Issues, genealogy, genetics and forensics.
Registration for this event opens Wednesday, April 15 at 9:00 am

A Visit from Betsy Ross
2026-04-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, 19006, United States
Betsy Ross, during her lifetime, was more often known as Elizabeth Claypoole. She was one of thousands of average colonists whose efforts helped the American cause prevail against the British. Flag maker, seamstress, upholsterer, wife, mother and Quaker, she helped the new nation define itself through flags and colors. Learn all about Betsy, her husbands (plural) and her contributions to American Independence as well as her connections to America’s preeminent Founding Fathers.
Historical reenactor Alisa Dupuy will be returning to HVL with this brand new performance.
Space is limited. Registration is required.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.
Part of Huntingdon Valley Library’s America 250 series.

MontCo Roots: USA 250 Edition
2026-05-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Abington Free Library, 1030 Old York Road, Abington, PA, 19001, United States
Join us for a presentation by Jeanne Sorg, the Montgomery County Recorder of Deeds. She will review the types of documents that are recorded within the Recorder of Deeds office and look at some of the interesting historical details you can find in those documents.
Registration for this event opens Wednesday, April 1 at 9:00 AM.

Betsy Ross & Dr. Benjamin Franklin: Founding Mother, Founding Father
2026-05-07 18:30 - 19:30 | William Jeanes Memorial Library and Nicholas and Athena Karabots Center for Learning, 4051 Joshua Rd, Lafayette Hill, PA, 19444, United States
Come meet Betsy Ross and Dr. Benjamin Franklin…in person! Think you know the legend? Come hear the REAL story.
Registration opens Thursday, April 16

Schwenksville History
2026-05-12 19:00 - 20:30 | PVL @ Schwenksville Borough Hall, 300 Main Street, Schwenksville, PA, 19473, United States
Event takes place at Schwenksville Borough Hall
300 Main St, Schwenksville, PA 19473
Join us for an overview of the history of the Schwenksville area for the past 250 years. This little crossroads served as a hub for settlers, community organizations and businesses in the surrounding area, long before it was incorporated as a town in 1903. Hear about t’s native Lenape roots, the two families instrumental in the town’s development, revolutionary war troops occupying the area, the influence of the predominantly German settlers, and the many business enterprises that made it a thriving, self-sufficient community. We’ll share some of the town’s stories too–what it was like to grow up and live in Schwenksville.
This talk will be given by three members of the Schwenksville Historical Committee, Lee Ann Manning, Darren Clossin and Paula Hogan. You may recognize Paula from her history blog, Keystone Wayfarer. Darren will be exhibiting some items from his extensive collection of Schwenksville memorabilia. And the wonderful collection of “birdhouses” built by Robert Albright will also be on display. If you like local history–don’t miss this!
Registration requested, not required.

The Secret Army: Secrets and Spies of the Revolutionary War
2026-05-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, 19006, United States
A spy is a person who is sent into enemy territory to inspect their works, ascertain their strength, and secretly communicate intelligence. In accordance with the rules of war, a spy, if caught, is subject to capital punishment.
Espionage and spying are the least understood, yet one of the most interesting aspects of history. Intelligence gathering has traditionally been considered the domain of men. Until recently, the exploits of women who served as spies have often been overlooked or considered of little importance.
This presentation details the fascinating exploits and daring of many of the spies of the Revolutionary War. When many colonists decided to end their relationship with England to become an independent nation, citizens on both sides of the conflict became agents of espionage. They served as couriers and used various means to convey useful information as agents for both the British and the Patriots.
Presented by Herb Kaufman, M.Ed., Historian
Sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.
Intended for adults.
Please R.S.V.P.
Part of Huntingdon Valley Library’s America 250 series.

The Declaration of Independence and American Dreams
2026-05-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Upper Perkiomen Valley Library, 350 Main St, Red Hill, PA, 18076, United States
In honor of America’s 250th birthday, we will be hosting Rogers Smith, Professor Emeritus of Political Science from the University of Pennsylvania. Professor Smith will be speaking about the Declaration of Independence and how it revealed the ideals and (often conflicting) values and interests of the American revolutionaries. The lecture will be highlighting the tensions surrounding the Declaration and also cover the many roles that it has played in American History.
Registration is requested.

Bryn Mawr & Beyond: Hidden Stories of the American Revolution
2026-05-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Ludington Library, 5 S Bryn Mawr Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA, 19010, United States
As we celebrate America’s 250th birthday, join Jim Segrave-Daly for an entertaining discussion of the role that Bryn Mawr & the Main Line played in the Philadelphia campaign from September 1777 to June 1778. Discover the local sites and patriots that supported George Washington and the Continental Army during the British occupation of Philadelphia, after the battles of Brandywine, Paoli, Germantown & others.
Register Here

Friday Movie Matinee - HVL
2026-05-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, 19006, United States
Join us for a Free Friday Movie.
Today we will be showing Top Gun (1986) R, 110 minutes.
When hotshot fighter pilot Maverick (Tom Cruise) is sent to the Top Gun Navel Fighter Weapons School, his reckless attitude and cocky demeanor put him at odds with the other pilots, especially the cool and collected Iceman (Val Kilmer).
Part of Huntingdon Valley Library’s America 250 series.
Movies are sponsored by Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library who generously pay for our movie licenses.

Kit's Interactive Theatre presents Colonial Faire - 1737
2026-05-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, 19006, United States
Come enjoy a fun-filled interactive play by Kit’s Interactive Theatre that depicts the arduous life of early America as well as the revelry. Though days of rest are few, today is the day of the Colonial Faire. Help indentured servant Katie Cotswold finish her chores so all may skip off to the faire. Partake in games and frolics where merriment abounds just before the rollicking Maypole dance!
This performance combines history, dance, music, imagination, and improvisation with a great mixture of humor. Kids and adults will be cast right into the show. If you are interested in receiving a study guide before the show, please email Head of Youth Services Vanessa Nelson at hvlys@mclinc.org.
For families with children ages 5 and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please RSVP.
Sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.
Part of Huntingdon Valley Library’s America 250 series.
Developing her original style of interactive theatre since 1987, Kitty writes, choreographs, produces, and performs all of her material for Kit’s Interactive Theatre. Her passion for history and love of theatre have inspired her to create 16 different, high-energy programs ranging from Ancient Egypt to Women’s Rights. With so much creativity, spontaneity and wit packed into each show, adults have as much fun as the kids!
kitsinteractivetheatre.com

Celebrate America Book Club
2026-05-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Royersford Free Library, 200 South Fourth Ave, Royersford, PA, 19468, United States
Intended for Adults
Woman’s Club of Royersford presents Celebrate America Book Club, a monthly book club exploring the women who build America (1776-Present)!
As we approach the nation’s 250th anniversary, we’re diving into the untold stories of the women who shaped the United States from 1776 to today. From revolutionary printers and abolitionists to modern-day scientists and supreme court justice. We’ll explore the “hidden heroes” of our history.
The selection for this meeting is The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd
No registration required.
See the upcoming selections

Paint a Mini Liberty Bell
2026-05-19 13:00 - 14:00 | PA
Intended for ages 8+ and limited to 15 attendees
Come celebrate America’s 250th birthday and paint a mini Liberty Bell and learn some Liberty Bell facts from Miss Lizzie.
Please plan to bring your own smock (an old oversized shirt works). All other materials will be provided.
The Perkiomen Library at Schwenksville is excited to collaborate with our neighbors at Engage Art Studio & Artisan Gallery to bring you this program.
The program will take place at 1005 Gravel Pike, Schwenksville, PA 19473. Please plan to park in the upper parking lot and enter directly to the studio level.
ALLERGY ALERT: Engage is home to a most adorable studio cat who wanders freely.
Registration is REQUIRED for this program. Please use the registration link.
