Scrap Flag Sewing #2
Adults
Intended for teens & adults Come sew an American flag using scrap fabric! Registration required
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Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library 1700 Markley Street; Suite 116, Norristown, PA, United States
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The Unfinished Business of 1776
Conshohocken Free Library 301 Fayette Street, Conshohocken, PA, United StatesAdultsJoin us for a timely discussion with local author Thomas Richards, Jr. on his just released book The Unfinished Business of 1776: Why the American Revolution Never Ended. As we remember 250 years of history since the American Revolution this year, what are our hopes for the future of the country? Please register in advance […]
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The Revolutionary War in Montgomery and Bucks Counties
Upper Perkiomen Valley Library 350 Main St, Red Hill, PA, United StatesMulti-generationalMichael Jesberger, military historian and lecturer, will be here to help us celebrate America's 250th birthday. Mr. Jesberger will be speaking on the Revolutionary War in Bucks and Montgomery Counties. Both counties played an important role in the fight for independence. Register at https://mnl.libcal.com/event/16314967
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Pennsylvania Women and Their Fight for the Vote
PVL @ Schwenksville Borough Hall 300 Main Street, Schwenksville, PA, United StatesAdultsIntended for adults Join us for a 19-minute documentary, Finding Justice: The Untold Story of Women’s Fight for the Vote: Part present-day detective story and part a historical account of the movement for voting rights, Finding Justice: The Untold Story of Women's Fight for the Vote tells the story of a band of intrepid women […]
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Friday Movie Matinee – HVL
Huntingdon Valley Library 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, United StatesAdultsJoin us for a Free Friday Movie. We are showing Apollo 13 (1995, PG) 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.
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History of Camp William Penn
Glenside Free Library 215 S Keswick Ave, Glenside, PA, United StatesAdultsIntended for adults, but teens are also welcome. Come honor Juneteenth by learning the powerful, local history of Camp William Penn. Presentation to be given by local historian Donald Scott, Sr., author of the book Camp William Penn 1863-1865: America's First Federal African American Soldiers' Fight for Freedom. Register here
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Celebrate Freedom on Juneteenth
Roslyn Branch Library 2412 Avondale Avenue, Roslyn, PA, United StatesJuvenileIntended for ages 4 - 12. Celebrate freedom by making a Liberty Bell and Juneteenth magnets. Registration required and opens on Sunday, May 31 at 9am
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Celebrate America Book Club
Royersford Free Library 200 South Fourth Ave, Royersford, PA, United StatesAdultsIntended 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 […]
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Spies in the Revolutionary War
Indian Valley Public Library 100 E. Church Avenue, Telford, PA, United StatesAdultsDiscover who some of the famous Revolutionary War spies. Learn where were they lived and the methods they used to spy. Try out some of the methods yourself! 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 […]
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Animals in the Military
Indian Valley Public Library 100 E. Church Avenue, Telford, PA, United StatesJuvenileIntended for ages 5 - 12 This program is designed for elementary students to explore the fascinating ways animals have supported the U.S. Marine Corps throughout history. From horses and donkeys to dogs, cats, lions, and even ducks, students will discover how animals have been loyal helpers, mascots, and even heroes. Through storytelling, interactive questions, […]
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Ranked Choice Voting
Elkins Park Free Library 563 Church Rd, Elkins Park, PA, United StatesAdultsIntended for adults Dr. Jack Nagel, Professor Emeritus of Political Science at the University of Pennsylvania, will be coming by to talk to us about Ranked Choice Voting. This talk explains how RCV works for single-winner and multi-winner elections, presents arguments for and against the method, and assesses prospects for further adoptions. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
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Colonial Games: Drop-In
Abington Free Library 1030 Old York Road, Abington, PA, United StatesJuvenileIntended for students in grades 3 - 8 Celebrate America 250 by playing games like it's 1776! Join us in playing colonial-era games and making a whirligig to take home. Note: If your child is 10 or under, parents and caregivers must stay in the department during the program. No registration required!