• A Visit from Betsy Ross

    Huntingdon Valley Library 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, United States
    Multi-generational

    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. […]

  • MontCo Roots: USA 250 Edition

    Abington Free Library 1030 Old York Road, Abington, PA, United States
    Adults

    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 […]

  • The Secret Army: Secrets and Spies of the Revolutionary War

    Huntingdon Valley Library 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, United States
    Adults

    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 […]

  • Bryn Mawr & Beyond: Hidden Stories of the American Revolution

    Ludington Library 5 S Bryn Mawr Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA, United States
    Adults

    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 […]

  • Sewn in America

    William Jeanes Memorial Library and Nicholas and Athena Karabots Center for Learning 4051 Joshua Rd, Lafayette Hill, PA, United States
    Adults

    Discover how sewing shaped American life before ready-to-wear fashion. Based on the DAR Museum’s 2024 exhibition, this program examines the way in which American women (and men) from the 18th […]

  • Benjamin Franklin Visits HVL

    Huntingdon Valley Library 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, United States
    Multi-generational

    Actor and Historian Mitchell Kramer visits the library as Benjamin Franklin. Sponsored by the Irene Reiter Endowment. Please R.S.V.P.

  • History of Camp William Penn

    Glenside Free Library 215 S Keswick Ave, Glenside, PA, United States
    Adults

    Intended 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, […]

  • Red, White, and Rita’s

    Abington Free Library 1030 Old York Road, Abington, PA, United States
    Multi-generational

    This program is geared towards older teens and adults, but there is a part for kids! In celebration of America250, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of […]