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10 am Outdoors, Reading Plaza
Storytime is a beloved tradition that helps set the foundation for a joy of reading. Baby and toddler storytime engages participants with fun, dynamic early learning activities with books, songs, and movement. In the case of inclement weather, storytime will be held indoors. For ages 0 - 2. Registration required.
11 am Outdoors, Reading Plaza
Storytime is a beloved tradition that helps set the foundation for a joy of reading. Children's storytime engages participants with fun, dynamic early learning activities with books, songs, and movement. In the case of inclement weather, storytime will be held indoors. We are also holding indoor storytimes Wednesdays at 11 am. For ages 2 +. Registration required.
Note: April 20 will be held outdoors on the Reading Plaza if the weather is good. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held in the children’s Storytime Corner.
Join us for an event unlike anything we’ve ever held. Beloved local, Berthi van der Bent H., grew up in the Netherlands during World War II. Over the course of weeks she was interviewed spontaneously by the French Language Group in Fredricksen Library about her experiences and memories as a young girl (age 8-13) of that time. At the beginning of the war, the Netherlands declared themselves neutral before the invasion. As a young child, Berthi grew up constantly hearing the planes from both sides fly (and sometimes get shot down) overhead, as the Netherlands were in between the fighting. Berthi and her family kept her brothers in hiding, since they were German-born and were supposed to go work for Hitler. There was constant fear of losing them. She shares her memories of the Hunger Winter, when they had almost no food to eat. Her perspective on life in the Netherlands during World War II is a unique one that highlights lessons and stories that we all need to hear. You don’t want to miss this unique and powerful memoir from this local survivor of WWII and treasured resident of Camp Hill. *ALL SESSIONS ARE FULL BUT YOU MAY REGISTER FOR THE WAITING LIST
Part One: Sunday, March 20, 2:30 – 3:45 pm In the Community Room, lower level: The first part of Berthi’s video interviews will be shown, including a live introduction from Dr. David Witwer from Penn State Harrisburg. He will lead us through some background and context so we may better understand Berthi’s experience. The video will also be available for viewing online, without the introduction by Professor Witwer. Register here for Part One in person or online.
Part Two - At your convenience - available online, approx.2 hours: View the second video from the comfort of your own home online. Register here to receive the video link - online only.
Part Three: Sunday, April 10, 2:30 – 4:00 pm in the Community Room, lower level: We’ll wrap up this fascinating series with the final hour of Berthi van der Bent H.’s video interviews, followed by a chance to ask Berthi questions yourself. She and Professor Witwer will both be in attendance for a Q&A period following the video. Register here to attend Part Three - in person only.
Join us for an event unlike anything we’ve ever held. Beloved local, Berthi van der Bent H., grew up in the Netherlands during World War II. Over the course of weeks she was interviewed spontaneously by the French Language Group in Fredricksen Library about her experiences and memories as a young girl (age 8-13) of that time. At the beginning of the war, the Netherlands declared themselves neutral before the invasion. As a young child, Berthi grew up constantly hearing the planes from both sides fly (and sometimes get shot down) overhead, as the Netherlands were in between the fighting. Berthi and her family kept her brothers in hiding, since they were German-born and were supposed to go work for Hitler. There was constant fear of losing them. She shares her memories of the Hunger Winter, when they had almost no food to eat. Her perspective on life in the Netherlands during World War II is a unique one that highlights lessons and stories that we all need to hear. You don’t want to miss this unique and powerful memoir from this local survivor of WWII and treasured resident of Camp Hill. *ALL SESSIONS ARE FULL BUT YOU MAY REIGSTER FOR THE WAITING LIST
Part One: Sunday, March 20, 2:30 – 3:45 pm In the Community Room, lower level: The first part of Berthi’s video interviews will be shown, including a live introduction from Dr. David Witwer from Penn State Harrisburg. He will lead us through some background and context so we may better understand Berthi’s experience. The video will also be available for viewing online, without the introduction by Professor Witwer. Register here for Part One in person or online.
Part Two - At your convenience - available online, approx.2 hours: View the second video from the comfort of your own home online. Register here to receive the video link - online only.
Part Three: Sunday, April 10, 2:30 – 4:00 pm in the Community Room, lower level: We’ll wrap up this fascinating series with the final hour of Berthi van der Bent H.’s video interviews, followed by a chance to ask Berthi questions yourself. She and Professor Witwer will both be in attendance for a Q&A period following the video. Register here to attend Part Three - in person only.
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm in the Kunkel Creation Station, Lower Level
Ever want to learn about what makes a great painting? How about discovering how food is grown or how archaeological discoveries are made? This Young Explorers group will explore art, science, history, and more in their quest to learn more about the world around them. Program includes reading, activity, and discussion. This month we will be learning about trees; different types, their communities, and how they give animals a home and keep us healthy! Recommended ages 5 - 8. Registration required.
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm in the Kunkel Creation Station, Lower Level
Explore the world and learn about different cultures and people around the globe. Program includes reading, activity, and discussion. This month we will be visiting Hawaii. Recommended ages 5 - 8. Registration required; space is limited.
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm in the Kunkel Creation Station, Lower Level
Explore the world and learn about different cultures and people around the globe. Program includes reading, activity, and discussion. This month we will be visiting Thailand. Recommended ages 5 - 8. Registration required; space is limited.
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm in the Community Room, Lower Level
Ever want to learn about what makes a great painting? How about discovering how food is grown or how archaeological discoveries are made? This Young Explorers group will explore art, science, history, and more in their quest to learn more about the world around them. Program includes reading, activity, and discussion. This month we will be learning about rainforests and their role in helping our planet and keeping us healthy! Recommended ages 5 - 8. Registration required.
10 am – 11 am Hybrid, In Person AND Zoom
Join us as we discuss The Woodlanders, a classic novel that compliments this year’s Longwood Gardens Community Read theme of trees. This rivalry between a woodlander and an outsider takes place in the enthralling forest around Little Hintock. Ages 18 and older, please. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Registration begins February 1.
10 am – 11 am in the Community Room, Lower Level
Join us as we discuss Things Fall Apart, Achebe’s novel about life before and after colonialism came to Nigeria. Okonkwo rules his family with a heavy hand, but he is ruled by fear. Can they rise above these challenges to find redemption as their culture changes? You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration begins February 1.