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Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - Friday, December 31, 2010 Back To Top
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

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Phoenixville Spinners (A Fiber Spinning Group)
Contact: Jean Munson or Winnie Spoonts | 610-933-1375 | jeanmunson@verizon.net

Meets 4th Tuesday of the Month

 6:00 – 8:30 PM

in the Community room

 

Do you enjoy spinning, the ancient art of turning fiber into yarn?  Join the Phoenixville Spinners for a spinning session on the fourth Tuesday of each month.

 

The public is invited to attend.

 

Location : Phoenxiville Library
Saturday, January 2, 2010 - Saturday, March 27, 2010 Back To Top
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Microsoft Office Classes
Contact: Mark Pinto | 610-933-3013, Ext. 32 | mpinto@ccls.org

Ernie Tidball, Instructor

 

Saturdays:
January 2 * Microsoft Word Basics

January 9 * Microsoft Excel Basics

January 16 * Microsoft PowerPoint Basics

January 23 * Microsoft Access Basics
January 30 * Microsoft Publisher Basics

 

February 6 * Microsoft Word Intermediate

February 13 * Microsoft Excel Intermediate

February 20 * Microsoft PowerPoint Intermediate

February 27 * Microsoft Access Intermediate
 

March 6 * Microsoft Word Advanced

March 13 * Microsoft Excel Advanced

March 20 * Microsoft PowerPoint Advanced

March 27 * Microsoft Access Advanced

 

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

in the Public Computer Center

 

Cost: $20.00 per person, per class (payable at class time)

Limit 4 students per class.

 

Come learn the features of Microsoft Office software programs in these two-hour hands-on sessions.  Students should bring a floppy disk or USB drive if they wish to save their work.  Basic knowledge of computers and the ability to use a keyboard and mouse are required.   

 

Reservations are required.  You may register for one class, all, or any combination of classes.  For more information or to reserve a seat, call 610-933-3013, Ext. 32 or e-mail mpinto@ccls.org.

Location : Phoenxiville Library
Monday, January 4, 2010 - Thursday, March 25, 2010 Back To Top
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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One on One Computer Training
Contact: Susan Volk | 610.644.0138 x. 31 | svolk@ccls.org
Ongoing class, by appointment only.
1/2 hour and 1 hour sessions are available.
Schedule times are available for Mondays and Thursdays, 1 to 4 p.m., or Wednesdays from 10 to 11:30 am.
Designed for beginners, the half-hour training sessions will cover the basics of computer use, including the Internet and e-mail.  One hour sessions are more in-depth and can be customized to other basic skills areas.
 
Location : Easttown Library
Wednesday, January 6, 2010 - Wednesday, March 31, 2010 Back To Top
10:00 am - 11:30 am

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One on One Computer Training
Contact: Susan Volk | 610.644.0138 x. 31 | svolk@ccls.org
Ongoing class, by appointment only.
1/2 hour and 1 hour sessions are available.
Schedule times are available for Mondays and Thursdays, 1 to 4 p.m., or Wednesdays from 10 to 11:30 am.
Designed for beginners, the half-hour training sessions will cover the basics of computer use, including the Internet and e-mail.  One hour sessions are more in-depth and can be customized to other basic skills areas.
 
Location : Easttown Library
Thursday, January 7, 2010 - Wednesday, March 31, 2010 Back To Top
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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One on One Computer Training
Contact: Susan Volk | 610.644.0138 x. 31 | svolk@ccls.org
Ongoing class, by appointment only.
1/2 hour and 1 hour sessions are available.
Schedule times are available for Mondays and Thursdays, 1 to 4 p.m., or Wednesdays from 10 to 11:30 am.
Designed for beginners, the half-hour training sessions will cover the basics of computer use, including the Internet and e-mail.  One hour sessions are more in-depth and can be customized to other basic skills areas.
 
Location : Easttown Library
Wednesday, January 13, 2010 - Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Back To Top
10:00 am - 11:00 am

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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Contact: HONEY BROOK LIBRARY | 610-273-3303
Join Miss Andrea at the Honey Brook Library for storytime!
Enjoy story books, songs, rhymes and craft.
No registration required.
Location : Honey Brook Library
Wednesday, January 20, 2010 - Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Back To Top
10:00 am - 11:00 am

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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Contact: HONEY BROOK LIBRARY | 610-273-3303
Join Miss Andrea at the Honey Brook Library for storytime!
Enjoy story books, songs, rhymes and craft.
No registration required.
Location : Honey Brook Library
Wednesday, January 27, 2010 - Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Back To Top
10:00 am - 11:00 am

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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Contact: HONEY BROOK LIBRARY | 610-273-3303
Join Miss Andrea at the Honey Brook Library for storytime!
Enjoy story books, songs, rhymes and craft.
No registration required.
Location : Honey Brook Library
Wednesday, February 10, 2010 - Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Back To Top
10:00 am - 11:00 am

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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Contact: HONEY BROOK LIBRARY | 610-273-3303
Join Miss Andrea at the Honey Brook Library for storytime!
Enjoy story books, songs, rhymes and a craft.
No registration required.
Location : Honey Brook Library
Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Back To Top
10:00 am - 11:00 am

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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Contact: HONEY BROOK LIBRARY | 610-273-3303
Join Miss Andrea at the Honey Brook Library for storytime!
Enjoy story books, songs, rhymes and a craft.
No registration required.
Location : Honey Brook Library
Tuesday, February 23, 2010 - Monday, March 8, 2010 Back To Top
9:30 am

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Storytime Registration - Toddle Time
Contact: Children's Department | 610-696-7985

Storytime registration in person or by phone begins at 9:30 a.m. today.  Toddle Time for children 12 to 23 months old meets on Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m.  Dates for the winter session are Mar. 9, 16, 23, Apr. 6 and 13.  The half-hour program includes rhymes, fingerplays, songs and first books.  Advanced registration for the entire session is required; spaces are limited.

Location : West Chester Library

9:30 am

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Storytime Registration - Wee Ones
Contact: Children's Department | 610-696-7985

Storytime registration in person or by phone begins at 9:30 a.m. today.  Wee Ones for babies 0 - 12 months old meets on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m.  Dates for the winter session are Mar. 9, 16, 23, Apr. 6 and 13.  The half-hour program includes rhymes, fingerplays, songs and first books.  Advanced registration for the entire session is required; spaces are limited.

Location : West Chester Library

9:30 am

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Storytime Registration - Four and Five Year Olds
Contact: Children's Department | 610-696-7985

Storytime registration in person or by phone begins at 9:30 a.m. today.  Story time for four and five year olds meets on Tuesdays at 1 p.m.  Dates for the winter session are Mar. 9, 16, 23, Apr. 6 and 13.  The 40-minute early literacy and learning readiness program for children includes stories, songs, and a coloring activity.  Caregivers must remain in the library building during story time.  Advanced registration, by phone or in person, for the entire session is required; spaces are limited.

Location : West Chester Library
Tuesday, February 23, 2010 - Wednesday, March 10, 2010 Back To Top
9:30 am

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Storytime Registration - Three Year Olds
Contact: Children's Department | 610-696-7985

Registration by phone or in person begins at 9:30 a.m. today.  Storytime for three year olds meets on Thursdays at 11:00 a.m.  Dates for the winter session are Mar. 11, 18, 25, Apr. 8 and 15.  The half hour early literacy program for parents and children together includes stories, fingerplays and songs.  Registration for the entire session is required; spaces are limited.

Location : West Chester Library

9:30 am

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Storytime Registration - Two Year Olds
Contact: Children's Department | 610-696-7985

Storytime registration in person or by phone begins at 9:30 a.m. today.  Storytime for two year olds meets on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.  Dates for the winter session are Mar.11, 18, 25, Apr. 8 and 15.  The half hour program of early literacy activities for parents and children together includes stories, fingerplays, and songs.  Registration for the entire session is required; spaces are limited.

Location : West Chester Library
Wednesday, February 24, 2010 - Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Back To Top
10:00 am - 11:00 am

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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Contact: HONEY BROOK LIBRARY | 610-273-3303
Join Miss Andrea at the Honey Brook Library for storytime!
Enjoy story books, songs, rhymes and a craft.
No registration required.
Location : Honey Brook Library
Thursday, February 25, 2010 - Friday, March 19, 2010 Back To Top
9:00 am

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Downingtown West High School Art Show
Contact: Karen Smith | 610-269-2741
 
Enjoy the wonderful art of Downingtown West High School students!
Student work is showcased above the stacks throughout the first floor of the library.
This show runs through March 19th. 
Location : Downingtown Library
Monday, March 1, 2010 Back To Top
9:30 am - 10:00 am

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Baby Time Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org

A storytime program for babies ages 0 - 12 months and their caregivers.  No registration required.

Location : Phoenxiville Library

9:45 am

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Story Time for 1 and 2 Year Olds
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
Story time for 1& 2 year olds with caregiver. No Registration. Please note: All storytimes will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story Room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Quilt and a Book
Contact: Avon Grove Library | 610-869-2004

Mondays 10am - noon

January 11 to March 22

Make our group project or one of your own.

We will also enjoy a book

Beginners Welcome! FREE PROGRAM

Supply list is available at the library.

Location : Avon Grove Library

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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AARP Tax Assistance
Contact: | 610-644-0138 | info@easttownlibrary.org
Mon., Feb. 2-Mon., April 13
10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Registration required.
AARP-approved volunteer tax preparers will be available on Mondays from Feb. 2-April 13. This free program assists seniors and qualifying low- and moderate-income individuals with tax preparation. Assistance is available by appointment only. Please call the library to sign up for hour-and-a-half sessions, or sign up at the library's circulation desk. If you require assistance but cannot attend during scheduled sessions, please let our library staff know and a volunteer will contact you.

Location : Easttown Library

10:00 am - 11:45 am

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Storybooking Made Simple
Contact: Susan Volk | (610) 644-0138 x 31 | svolk@ccls.org
Storybooking made simple!
Discover how easy it is to preserve your family memories digitally, and publish them in a professional-looking book.  Storybooks make a perfect gift for grandparents, parents, or children.  Classes to start Mondays, March 1, 8, 15 & 22, 10 – 11:45 a.m. or 7 – 8:45 p.m.  Instruction is free; the cost for a finished 8 x 8 storybook is $45. 
For more information or to register, please contact Jackie Heitmann at (610) 240-4777 or email her at Jackie@YourLifetimeMemories.net
Sample books are on display in Easttown  Library.
Location : Easttown Library

10:00 am

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Daytime Family Time
Contact: Becky Sheridan | (610) 644-0138 Ext. 18 | bsheridan@ccls.org
Story Times/Early Literacy Programs
Join us as together we foster the skills your child needs in preparing to read. Stories, song, instruments and movement all play together to nurture your family's love of books. Programs will be held Mon., Feb. 22 through Fri., Apr. 2.
No registration necessary.

Daytime Family Time (all ages)
Mon., 10 a.m.
Are you at home with your children during the day? Come enjoy early literacy circles with us! Stories, songs, finger plays, and rhymes for the whole family. The program will include stories that both older children and their younger siblings will enjoy.

Location : Easttown Library

10:30 am - 11:00 am

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Nursery Rhyme Time
Contact: Karen Annaballi | 610-384-4115 | kannaballi@ccls.org
Age 2 + caregiver.  Stories, songs and fingerplays.  Registration required.
Location : Coatesville Library

10:30 am - 11:00 am

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Toddler Story Time
Contact: | 610-827-9212
Story Time for children ages 1 - 3. Come for songs, stories and activities! Each week will feature a letter of the alphabet.
No registration required.
Location : Chester Springs Library

10:30 am

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Story Time for 1 and 2 Year Olds
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
Story time for 1& 2 year olds with caregiver. No Registration. Please note: All storytimes will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story Room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

10:30 am - 11:30 am

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1-2-3 Play With Me
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A one hour playgroup/cirlce time with children ages 1-3 and their caregiver.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

11:00 am - 11:30 am

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Baby storytime
Contact: | 610-644-7259
Storytime for babies (from birth to 23 months) accompanied by an adult.  Registration required.
Location : Malvern Library

1:00 pm - 1:30 pm

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Story time for 3 year olds
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
No registration. Story time for 3 year olds and caregiver. Please note: all programs will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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One on One Computer Training
Contact: Susan Volk | 610.644.0138 x. 31 | svolk@ccls.org
One on One Computer Training
Ongoing class, by appointment only.  Schedule times are available for Monday and Thursday.  Times are 1 to 4 pm (by appointment), and Wednesday times are 9:30 to 11:30 am (also by appointment). 
1/2 hour and 1 hour sessions are available.
Designed for beginners, the half-hour training sessions will cover the basics of computer use, including the Internet and e-mail.  One hour sessions are more in-depth and can be customized to other basic skills areas.
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Contact: Susan Volk | 610.644.0138 x. 31 | svolk@ccls.org
Location : Easttown Library
 
Location : Easttown Library

1:30 pm - 2:15 pm

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Preschool Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A 30 minute storytime program for children ages 3+ (caregivers are welcome to come, but not required), followed by a 15 minute craft with caregiver.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Chess Club
Contact: | 610-384-4115
Ages 5-18.  Learn to play tournament chess.  No registration required.
Location : Coatesville Library

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Exercise Your Noodle in Honor of Dr. Seuss!
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
Turn off the TV and come to the Library for some fun on the eve of Read Across America Day! Drop in anytime between 4-8pm for books, board games, puzzles and fun. No registration.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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Tween Time: Knitting Club
Contact: Children's Department | 610-696-7985

Learn to cast on, knit, and bind off.  Please bring needles and yarn; however, we will have a few to borrow.  Tween Time offers free activities and fun for ages 9 - 12 from 4 to 5 p.m. on the first and third Monday of the month.

Location : West Chester Library

6:30 pm

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BRING YOUR MEMORIES TO LIFE: PHOTOS FOREVER
Contact: | 610-793-1065 | extonpc.org

Do you want to capture, store and make a story out of your old photos? Learn how tot make them into a DVD presentation with equipment and software you probably already have. Presented by the Exton PC Council, www.EXTONPC.org.

 

Location : Chester County Library Struble Room

7:00 pm

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BEDTIME STORYTIME
Contact: | 610-280-2630

Families will enjoy storytimes filled with books, music, fingerplays and movement. Come dressed for bed and snuggle down for some cozy fun. This program is free and open to the public. Registration is not required.

Location : Chester County Library Storytime Room

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

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Phoenix Book Club
Contact: Mary Walker | 610-933-5416
Book discussed:
Death of an Expert Witness
by P.D. James
 
A copy may be reserved at the Library or at www.ccls.org.
 
The public is invited to attend.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

7:00 pm - 8:45 pm

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Storybooking Made Simple
Contact: Susan Volk | (610) 644-0138 x 31 | svolk@ccls.org
Storybooking made simple!
Discover how easy it is to preserve your family memories digitally, and publish them in a professional-looking book.  Storybooks make a perfect gift for grandparents, parents, or children.  Classes to start Mondays, March 1, 8, 15 & 22, 10 – 11:45 a.m. or 7 – 8:45 p.m.  Instruction is free; the cost for a finished 8 x 8 storybook is $45. 
For more information or to register, please contact Jackie Heitmann at (610) 240-4777 or email her at Jackie@YourLifetimeMemories.net
Sample books are on display in Easttown  Library.

Location : Easttown Library

7:00 pm

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Adult Book Discussion
Contact: Parkesburg Library | 610-857-5165 | tknecht@ccls.org
Meets 1st Monday of each month at 7:00 pm. Please register.
Location : Parkesburg Library

7:30 pm

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EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
Contact: | 610-280-2656

Join us as we discuss Isaac's Storm by Erik Larson.

Location : Chester County Library Board Room
Tuesday, March 2, 2010 Back To Top
9:30 am - 10:15 am

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Toddlers Winter Storytime
Contact: | 610-688-7092
16 months to 2 1/2 years, plus adult.  Rgistration begins January 4th.  610-688-7092
Location : Tredyffrin Library

9:30 am - 10:00 am

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Toddler Time Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A storytime program for children ages 1 & 2 and their caregivers.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

9:45 am

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Story Time for 1 and 2 Year Olds
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
Story time for 1& 2 year olds with caregiver. No Registration. Please note: All storytimes will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story Room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

10:00 am

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Wee Readers
Contact: Becky Sheridan | (610) 644-0138 Ext. 18 | bsheridan@ccls.org
Story Times/Early Literacy Programs
Join us as together we foster the skills your child needs in preparing to read. Stories, song, instruments and movement all play together to nurture your family's love of books.
Programs will be held Mon., Feb. 22 through Fri., Apr. 2.
No registration necessary.

Wee Readers (infants-18 months)
Tues. 10 a.m.
Location : Easttown Library

10:15 am

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TODDLER TUESDAY
Contact: Avon Grove Library | 610-869-2004

TUESDAYS 10:15am

January 5 to March 23

Join Miss Denise at the Avon Grove Library for stories, songs and fun! This program is for children birth to 3 years old and their caregivers. This is a free program.

Location : Avon Grove Library

10:15 am - 11:00 am

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Preschool Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A 30 minute storytime program for children ages 3+ (caregivers are welcome to come, but not required), followed by a 15 minute craft with caregiver.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

10:30 am - 11:00 am

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Family Storytime
Contact: | 610-688-7092

Ages 5 and under, plus adult.

Location : Tredyffrin Library

10:30 am

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Play & Learn: Parent/Child Workshop
Contact: Karen Annaballi | 610-384-4115 | kannaballi@ccls.org
For children ages 12-36 months and parents or caregiver.   Spend time with your child.  Play together, create a craft together and meet new people in an educational and creative environment.  Staffed by a librarian.  Registration required.
Location : Coatesville Library

11:15 am - 11:45 am

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Toddler Time Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A storytime program for children ages 1 & 2 and their caregivers.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

1:00 pm

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Afternoon Book Club
Contact: | (610) 644-0138 | info@easttownlibrary.org
Afternoon Book Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month, 1 p.m.
Location : Easttown Library

1:30 pm

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Story Time for 0-12 months
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
No registration. For 0-12 month olds and caregiver. Please note: All programs will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story Room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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One-on-One Computer Tutoring
Contact: Hankin Reference Desk | 610-321-1710 | BLawler@ccls.org
Need some help with a computer?  Never used a mouse?  Don't know how to use Google?  Do you have a relatively quick question about Word or Email or the Library Catalog?  Sign up for a 30 minute time slot and a librarian will try to answer your questions and help you become more computer literate.  Please register by dropping by or calling the Information Desk.  You'll need to indicate what topic you have questions about.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

2:00 pm - 2:40 pm

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Preschool and Kindergarten Winter Storytime
Contact: | 610-688-7092
Ages 4 and 5.
Location : Tredyffrin Library

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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Nursing Mothers Group
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
Meet other moms, share ideas, speak with Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Elizabeth Ricci, RN. 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

2:00 pm

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Preschool Storytime
Contact: John Hendrix | 610-444-2702
All preschoolers welcome! No registration necessary.
Location : Bayard Taylor Library

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm

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Scrabble Club
Contact: | (610) 644-0138 | info@easttownlibrary.org
Easttown Library has started a Scrabble Club for adults. Meetings take place the first Tuesday of each month. Please join us for a fun two hours of Scrabble. All levels of expertise are welcome.
Location : Easttown Library

3:30 pm - 7:30 pm

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After School Cafe - Game On!: Board Game Afternoon
Contact: Teen Program Coordinator | 610-696-1721 | wcplteens@gmail.com
Try out one of our different board games with new friends and old. Titles include: Apples-to-Apples, Boggle, cards, and more!

Want another place to hang out? Try the library! Enjoy themed Tuesdays, crafts, games, the library Wii, and special events, guests, and more!

Grades 6-12 (Ages 12-18) – No registration required except for special events as stated.

Visit our Teen Event page for more details.
Location : West Chester Library

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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Celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss
Contact: Karen Smith | 610-269-2741
 
 
All children K through 5th grade are invited.
Help celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday with stories, craft and a snack.
Would anyone like some Green Eggs and Ham?
 
Free, but registration required.
Sign up at the circulation desk or call 610-269-2741.

 

 
Location : Downingtown Library

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

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Chess Club
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
Tuesday evenings. Drop in between 5:30-7:30pm. Ages 6+. An instructor will be available at most sessions.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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La Comunidad Hispana
Contact: Education Department | 610-444-8308
English as a Second Language. Held at the Parkesburg Library, starting Tuesday, Feb. 2 - April 27th, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm.
Location : Parkesburg Library

7:00 pm

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ADVENTURES IN POETRY
Contact: | 610-280-2630
This series of six sessions (February 9-March 16) is limited to 15 students in grades 4-5. The program will include readings and discussions, workshops and the opportunity to publish. A public reading by the group will be held during National Poetry Month on Thursday, April 22.

Registration is required.
Location : Chester County Library Storytime Room

7:15 pm - 8:00 pm

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Bedtime Storytime
Contact: | 610-644-7259
Storytime for children ages 3 to 6.  Child must be able to stay for approximately 45 minutes without caregiver.  This is not a family storytime.  Registration required.
Location : Malvern Library
Wednesday, March 3, 2010 Back To Top
9:30 am - 10:00 am

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Preschool Story Time (3 Year Olds)
Contact: | 610-269-2741
No registration required.
Location : Downingtown Library

9:30 am

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IN PERSON REGISTRATION FOR APRIL COMPUTER WORKSHOPS
Contact: | 610-280-2666 | ccljtc@ccls.org

Registration begins for Blog Away and Twitter (April 1); Introduction to Word 2007 (April 6); Online Job Searching (April 7); Word Mail Merge (April 7); Intermediate Word 2007 (April 7 or April 10); What is Facebook? (April 13); Genealogy (April 26); Skype Demonstration (April 28) and Introduction to Excel 2007 (April 28). All workshops require a minimum of five advanced registrations, each workshop has limited seating.

Location : Chester County Library Struble Room

9:30 am

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Daytime Family Time
Contact: Becky Sheridan | (610) 644-0138 Ext. 18 | bsheridan@ccls.org
Story Times/Early Literacy Programs
Join us as together we foster the skills your child needs in preparing to read. Stories, song, instruments and movement all play together to nurture your family's love of books. Programs will be held Mon., Feb. 22 through Fri., Apr. 2.
No registration necessary.

Daytime Family Time (all ages)
Wed., 9:30 a.m.
Are you at home with your children during the day? Come enjoy early literacy circles with us! Stories, songs, finger plays, and rhymes for the whole family. The program will include stories that both older children and their younger siblings will enjoy.

Location : Easttown Library

9:30 am - 11:30 am

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One on One Computer Training
Contact: Susan Volk | 610.644.0138 x. 31 | svolk@ccls.org
One on One Computer Training
Ongoing class, by appointment only.  Schedule times are available for Monday and Thursday.  Times are 1 to 4 pm (by appointment), and Wednesday times are 9:30 to 11:30 am (also by appointment). 
1/2 hour and 1 hour sessions are available.
Designed for beginners, the half-hour training sessions will cover the basics of computer use, including the Internet and e-mail.  One hour sessions are more in-depth and can be customized to other basic skills areas.
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Contact: Susan Volk | 610.644.0138 x. 31 | svolk@ccls.org
Location : Easttown Library
 
Location : Easttown Library

9:30 am - 10:45 am

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Play & Learn: Parent-Child Workshop
Contact: Parkesburg Library | 610-857-5165 | tknecht@ccls.org

Wednesdays, Mar 3 to Mar 31. Ages 12 - 36 months. All children must be registered.

Location : Parkesburg Library

9:45 am - 10:15 am

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Story time for 3 year olds
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
No registration. Story time for 3 year olds and caregiver. Please note: all programs will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

10:00 am - 10:30 am

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Two Year Old Storytime
Contact: | 610-644-7259
Storytime for two year olds and a caregiver.  Registration required.
Location : Malvern Library
Wednesday, March 3, 2010 - Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Back To Top
10:00 am - 11:00 am

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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Contact: HONEY BROOK LIBRARY | 610-273-3303
Join Miss Andrea at the Honey Brook Libraryfor storytime!
Enjoy story books, songs, rhymes and craft.
No registration required.
Location : Honey Brook Library
Wednesday, March 3, 2010 Back To Top
10:15 am

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Toddler Time
Contact: Becky Sheridan | (610) 644-0138 Ext. 18 | bsheridan@ccls.org
Story Times/Early Literacy Programs
Join us as together we foster the skills your child needs in preparing to read. Stories, song, instruments and movement all play together to nurture your family's love of books.
Programs will be held Mon., Feb. 22 through Fri., Apr. 2.
No registration necessary.

Toddler Time (ages 1-2)
Wed. 10:15 a.m.

Location : Easttown Library

10:30 am - 11:15 am

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Preschool Story Time
Contact: | 610-827-9212
Story Time for children, ages 3 - 6. Come for songs, stories and activities! Each week will feature a letter of the alphabet.
No registration required.
Location : Chester Springs Library

10:30 am

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Terrific 3's
Contact: Karen Annaballi | 610-384-4115 | kannaballi@ccls.org
For children age 3.  Stories, songs, fingerplays and craft.  Registration required.
Location : Coatesville Library

10:30 am

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Story Time for 0-12 months
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
No registration. For 0-12 month olds and caregiver. Please note: All programs will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story Room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

10:45 am - 11:15 am

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Preschool Storytime
Contact: | 610-644-7259
Storytime for children 3 and 4 years old.  Registration required.
Location : Malvern Library

1:00 pm

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4-5 Year Old Storytime
Contact: KarenAnnaballi | 610-384-4115 | kannaballi@ccls.org
For children ages 4-5.  Stories, fingerplays and craft.  Registration required.
Location : Coatesville Library

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Contact: Avon Grove Library | 610-869-2004

NEW DAY!   WEDNESDAYS 1:00pm

January 13 to March 24

Join us at the Avon Grove Library on Wednesdays for Miss Lisa’s Preschool Storytime. Stories, songs, rhymes and simple crafts. For children age 1 to 6. Free program. No registration is required. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Location : Avon Grove Library

1:00 pm

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Story Time for 4-6 Year Olds
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
Story time for 4-6 year olds. Children attend independently. Please note: All programs will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story Room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

1:30 pm - 2:15 pm

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Preschool Storytime
Contact: | 610-644-7259
Storytime for children 4 to 6 years old.  Registration required.
Location : Malvern Library

6:45 pm - 8:00 pm

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Author visit - Don Devine talks about his novel Jane
Contact: | 610-696-1721
Author Don Devine will read from and discuss his novel Jane: a flight to freedomMr. Devine shares details about locations in his novel, as well as the development of his story line and the background to this novel.

Copies of the novel are available for check-out at the library.
Location : West Chester Library

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Poetry Reading
Contact: | 610-827-9212
Featuring readings by poets, Dan Maguire and Bill Van Buskirk.
Location : Chester Springs Library

7:30 pm

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WRITING FOR EFFECTIVENESS: FINDING AND UNBRIDLING THE PASSION
Contact: | 610-280-2642 | nmccourt@ccls.org
Join us for an interactive discussion on effective writing, including short, thoughtful exercises in writing to attract and hold the attention of the target audience.
The discussion and exercises will focus on writing for pleasure as well as for business.
• How to create characters and scenes.
•  Building an effective presentation of facts and information to get your point across.
•  Open story or presentation for effect and how to close effectively.
•  How to write a factual presentation for business.

Presented by Salvatore Grasso, Local Author

Reservations requested.
Location : Chester County Library Struble Room
Thursday, March 4, 2010 Back To Top
9:30 am - 10:00 am

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Preschool Story Time (3 Year Olds)
Contact: | 610-269-2741
No registration required.
Location : Downingtown Library

9:30 am - 2:00 pm

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AARP Tax-Aide
Contact: Gretchen Chamberlin | 610-688-7092 | gchamberlin@ccls.org
Every Thursday between February 4 and April 8, 2010.  1.5 hour time slots:  9:30, 11:00, 12:30 and 2:00.  Must sign up at the library or call 610-688-7092, ext 206.
 
The nation's largest, free, volunteer-run tax assistance and preparation service.  AARP TAx-Aide is a charitable, not-for-profit program that provides a quality service that helps taxpayers with low and middle-incomes, with special attention to those age 60 and older.  Contact the library to make an appointment: 610.688.7092.
Location : Tredyffrin Library

9:30 am - 9:50 am

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Toddlers Winter Storytime
Contact: | 610-688-7092
16 months to 2 1/2 years, plus adult.  Rgistration begins January 4th.  610-688-7092
Location : Tredyffrin Library

9:30 am

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PHONE REGISTRATION FOR APRIL COMPUTER WORKSHOPS
Contact: | 610-280-2666 | ccljtc@ccls.org

Registration begins for Blog Away and Twitter (April 1); Introduction to Word 2007 (April 6); Online Job Searching (April 7); Word Mail Merge (April 7); Intermediate Word 2007 (April 7 or April 10); What is Facebook? (April 13); Genealogy (April 26); Skype Demonstration (April 28) and Introduction to Excel 2007 (April 28). All workshops require a minimum of five advanced registrations, each workshop has limited seating.

Location : Chester County Library John W. Jacobs Technology Center

9:30 am - 10:00 am

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Two Year Old Storytime
Contact: | 610-644-7259
Storytime for two year olds and a caregiver.  Registration required.
Location : Malvern Library

9:30 am

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Tales for Twos & Threes
Contact: Becky Sheridan | (610) 644-0138 Ext. 18 | bsheridan@ccls.org
On March 4, 11, 18 and 25 we invite you to attend our Parent/Child Workshop at 10:00 a.m.  There will not be story times on those days.
 
Location : Easttown Library

9:30 am - 10:30 am

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1-2-3 Play With Me
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A one hour playgroup/cirlce time with children ages 1-3 and their caregiver.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

9:45 am

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Story Time for 4-6 Year Olds
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
Story time for 4-6 year olds. Children attend independently. Please note: All programs will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story Room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

10:00 am - 10:45 am

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Wee Ones Winter Storytime
Contact: | 610-688-7092
Birth to 15 months plus adult.  Every Thursday from Janusary 19 through March 12, 2010.  Registration begins Monday, January 4.  610-688-7092.
Location : Tredyffrin Library

10:00 am - 11:00 am

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PRESCHOOL STORYTIMES
Contact: Avon Grove Library | 610-869-2004

THURSDAYS 10:00am and 1:00pm

January 14 to March 25

Join us at the Avon Grove Library on Thursday for Miss Carole’s Preschool Storytimes, Stories, songs, rhymes and simple crafts. For children age 1 to 6. Free program. No registration is required. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Location : Avon Grove Library

10:00 am - 11:00 am

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Parent Child Workshop
Contact: Becky Sheridan | 610-644-0138 | bsheridan@ccls.org
Thursdays, March 4, 11, 18, and 25, 10 - 11 a.m. Infants through age 3 with parent/caregiver.
No registration required.
Spend time with your child reading and playing together. This educational and creative environment provides an opportunity for parents and children to meet new people and learn about parenting resources. Parent/Child Workshops are staffed by a librarian, a library assistant and a resource professional. Participants who have previously attended are welcome.
Location : Easttown Library

10:15 am - 10:45 am

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Preschool Storytime
Contact: | 610-644-7259
Storytime for children 4 to 6 years old.  Registration required.
Location : Malvern Library

10:15 am

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Tales for Twos & Threes
Contact: Becky Sheridan | (610) 644-0138 Ext. 18 | bsheridan@ccls.org
On March 4, 11, 18 and 25 we invite you to attend our Parent/Child Workshop at 10:00 a.m.  There will not be story times on those days.
Location : Easttown Library

10:30 am - 11:00 pm

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Preschool Story Time (4 - 6 Year Olds)
Contact: | 610-269-2741
Topic: Lions and Lambs
No registration required.
Location : Downingtown Library

11:00 am - 11:45 am

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Winter Storytime for Threes, More or Less
Contact: | 610-688-7092
Location : Tredyffrin Library

11:00 am - 11:30 am

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Preschool Storytime
Contact: | 610-644-7259
Storytime for children 3 and 4 years old.  Registration required.
Location : Malvern Library

11:15 am - 11:45 am

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Toddler Time Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A storytime program for children ages 1 & 2 and their caregivers.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

1:00 pm - 1:30 pm

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Storytime
Contact: Parkesburg Library | 610-857-5165 | tknecht@ccls.org
Ages 3 to 5, January 21 - March 11, Thursdays 1:00 - 1:30.
Location : Parkesburg Library

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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PRESCHOOL STORYTIMES
Contact: Avon Grove Library | 610-869-2004

THURSDAYS 10:00am and 1:00pm

January 14 to March 25

Join us at the Avon Grove Library on Thursday for Miss Carole’s Preschool Storytimes, Stories, songs, rhymes and simple crafts. For children age 1 to 6. Free program. No registration is required. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Location : Avon Grove Library

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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STORYTIME AT STARBUCKS
Contact: Avon Grove Library | 610-869-2004

Every Thursday at 1pm, Starbucks Jennersville, Shoppes at Jenners Village Center, West Grove.

Join Miss Lisa, a storyteller from the Avon Grove Library for reading adventure with dancing, singing, games, crafts and snacks (courtesy of Starbucks). No registration required. Free program. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This is an on-going event.

 

Location : Avon Grove Library

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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One on One Computer Training
Contact: Susan Volk | 610.644.0138 x. 31 | svolk@ccls.org
One on One Computer Training
Ongoing class, by appointment only.  Schedule times are available for Monday and Thursday.  Times are 1 to 4 pm (by appointment), and Wednesday times are 9:30 to 11:30 am (also by appointment). 
1/2 hour and 1 hour sessions are available.
Designed for beginners, the half-hour training sessions will cover the basics of computer use, including the Internet and e-mail.  One hour sessions are more in-depth and can be customized to other basic skills areas.
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Location : Easttown Library
 
Location : Easttown Library

1:30 pm - 2:00 pm

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Preschool Story Time (4 - 6 Year Olds)
Contact: | 610-269-2741
Topic: Lions and Lambs
No registration required.
Location : Downingtown Library

1:30 pm

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Needlework Club
Contact: | (610) 644-0138 | info@easttownlibrary.org
Needlework Club meets on the first Thursday of each month, 1:30 p.m.
Location : Easttown Library

1:30 pm - 2:15 pm

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Preschool Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A 30 minute storytime program for children ages 3+ (caregivers are welcome to come, but not required), followed by a 15 minute craft with caregiver.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

3:00 pm - 3:45 pm

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Spanish Storytime
Contact: | 610-933-3013
A spanish storytime for children ages 5+.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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One-on-One Computer Tutoring
Contact: Hankin Information/Reference Desk | 610-321-1710 | BLawler@ccls.org
Need some help with a computer?  Never used a mouse?  Don't know how to use Google?  Do you have a relatively quick question about Word or Email or the Library Catalog?  Sign up for a 30 minute time slot and a librarian will try to answer your questions and help you become more computer literate.  Please register by dropping by or calling the Information/Reference Desk.  You'll need to indicate what topic you have questions about.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

6:00 pm

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Business Plan III
Contact: | 866-458-7232

Third in a 4-part series of Business Planning workshops presented by the Kutztown University Small Business Development Center (KUSBDC) and SCORE. Attendees must register with KUSBDC before attending Business Plan I. The classes must be taken in order. A certificate will be awarded at completion of all four Business Planning classes. To register, call KUSBDC 866-458-7232 or visit their website www.kutztownsbdc.org/how_to_register.asp. There is a one-time $60 materials fee for these classes.  Contact KUSBDC for payment information.

Location : Chester County Library Struble Room

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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Teen Volunteer Night/ Pizza Party
Contact: Avon Grove Library | 610-869-2004

Thursday March 4

6-7:30pm

Grades 7+

Help us plan programs especially for teens. Learn how you can volunteer to help for the Summer Reading Club Program, "Make a Splash @ your Library."

Location : Avon Grove Library

6:30 pm - 7:00 pm

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Pajamarama
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
Stories for the whole family! Wear your jammies if you like. No registration. Please note: all programs will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

7:00 pm

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Foreign Film Series
Contact: | (610) 644-0138 | info@easttownlibrary.org

Foreign Film Series continues on the first Thursday of each month, 7 p.m.

Location : Easttown Library

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

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Paranormal 101
Contact: Mark Pinto | 610-933-3013, Ext. 32 | mpinto@ccls.org

Presented by

Eric C. Martin

The Eastern Paranormal Research Society, Oaks

 

This high-level overview of the paranormal covers the growing acceptance of the paranormal in society, investigation/research, evidence, equipment, and paranormal theories. A question and answer session concludes the lecture.

 

The Eastern Paranormal Research Society, founded in 2006, conducts investigations using an objective approach and scientific methods.  The Society’s main goal is to understand more about the world around us and to help those who are experiencing paranormal phenomena.  Learn more at www.easternparanormal.org.

 

This event is free and open to the public.  Reservations are required.  For more information or to reserve a seat, call 610-933-3013, Ext. 32 or e-mail mpinto@ccls.org.

Location : Phoenxiville Library
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7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

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Friends of the Library meeting
Contact: Marsha Erickson | 610-384-4115 | merickson@ccls.org
Friends help the library with advocacy, publicity and fundrasing.  activities include book sales, raffles, hoiday book drive and bookmark sponsore. Charter members will have the benefit of no fines or fees for the first year. 
Location : Coatesville Library

7:00 pm

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Evening Family Time
Contact: Becky Sheridan | (610) 644-0138 Ext. 18 | bsheridan@ccls.org
Story Times/Early Literacy Programs
Join us as together we foster the skills your child needs in preparing to read. Stories, song, instruments and movement all play together to nurture your family's love of books. Programs will be held Mon., Feb. 22 through Fri., Apr. 2.
No registration necessary.

Evening Family Time (all ages)
Thurs., 7 p.m.
Do you work during the day but enjoy story times in the evening? Join us for stories, songs, finger plays, and rhymes for the whole family. Program includes stories for both younger & older children.

Location : Easttown Library

7:30 pm

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The Grid of Modernism: On Picasso and the Avante-Garde in Paris
Contact: | 610-688-7092
Matthew Palczynski, Staff Lecturer for Western Art at the Philadelphia Museum of Art will discuss the upcoming Picasso exhibit.
Location : Tredyffrin Library
Friday, March 5, 2010 Back To Top
9:30 am - 10:15 am

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Toddlers Winter Storytime
Contact: | 610-688-7092
16 months to 2 1/2 years, plus adult.  Rgistration begins January 4th.  610-688-7092
Location : Tredyffrin Library

9:30 am - 4:00 pm

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AARP Tax Aide
Contact: Andrea Berstler | 610-321-1710 | aberstler@ccls.org
AARP Tax Aide is coming to the library.  If you would like help preparing your income taxes, AARP may be able to help.  You may sign up for a 1 hour session at 9:30, 10:30, 11:30, 1:00, 2:00, or 3:00 at the reference/information desk.  Be prepared to bring all relevant paperwork to the session.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

9:30 am - 10:00 am

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Baby Time Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org

A storytime program for babies ages 0 - 12 months and their caregivers.  No registration required.

Location : Phoenxiville Library

10:00 am

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Great Starts
Contact: Becky Sheridan | (610) 644-0138 Ext. 18 | bsheridan@ccls.org
Story Times/Early Literacy Programs
Join us as together we foster the skills your child needs in preparing to read. Stories, song, instruments and movement all play together to nurture your family's love of books.
Programs will be held Mon., Feb. 22 through Fri., Apr. 2.
No registration necessary.
 
Great Starts (ages 3+)
Fri. 10 a.m.
Location : Easttown Library

10:00 am

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Toddler Storytime
Contact: John Hendrix | 610-444-2702
All toddlers welcome! No registration necessary. 
Location : Bayard Taylor Library

10:15 am - 11:00 am

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Preschool Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A 30 minute storytime program for children ages 3+ (caregivers are welcome to come, but not required), followed by a 15 minute craft with caregiver.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

10:30 am - 11:15 am

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Winter Storytime for Threes, More or Less
Contact: | 610-688-7092
Location : Tredyffrin Library

10:30 am - 11:00 am

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Drop-In Storytime
Contact: Children's Department | 610-696-7985
A drop-in storytime for children ages 3 and up is offered on Friday mornings.  Come hear some old favorites and some new favorites, too!  No registration required.
Location : West Chester Library

10:30 am - 11:00 am

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Raise A Reader
Contact: Karen Annaballi | 610-384-4115 | kannaballi@ccls.org
For children ages 0-23 months plus a parent or caregiver.  Rhymes, fingerplays, music and books.  Registration required.
Location : Coatesville Library

10:45 am

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Story Time for 1 and 2 Year Olds
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
Story time for 1& 2 year olds with caregiver. No Registration. Please note: All storytimes will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story Room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

11:00 am

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Preschool Storytime
Contact: John Hendrix | 610-444-2702
All preschoolers welcome! No registration required.
Location : Bayard Taylor Library

11:15 am - 11:45 am

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Toddler Time Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A storytime program for children ages 1 & 2 and their caregivers.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Spring book Sale
Contact: Kathy Lovell | 610-873-3160
Special Friends Only Preview on Friday from 6 - 7pm.
Open to the public fom 7 - 8pm on Friday, and 9 - 4pm on Saturday.
 
The library will be accepting donations of books (no texts or encyclopedias, please) until February 26th.
Location : Downingtown Library

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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After Hours: A Teen Coffeehouse at TPL
Contact: | 610-688-7092
Come hear some great local teen bands and performers.  No Cover.
Location : Tredyffrin Library

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Kids Talk Books: Inventions and Ideas
Contact: | 610-688-7092
Great inventions, accidental discoveries, and things that seemed like a good idea at the time.
Location : Tredyffrin Library
Saturday, March 6, 2010 Back To Top
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Spring Book Sale
Contact: Kathy Lovell | 610-873-3160
Special Friends Only Preview on Friday from 6 - 7pm.
Open to the public fom 7 - 8pm on Friday, and 9 - 4pm on Saturday.
 
The library will be accepting donations of books (no texts or encyclopedias, please) until February 26th.
Location : Downingtown Library

10:15 am - 11:00 am

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Family Story Time
Contact: | 610-827-9212
Story Time for families and children of all ages. Come for songs, stories and activities! Each week will feature a letter of the alphabet.
No registration required.
Location : Chester Springs Library

10:30 am

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SATURDAY STORYTIME
Contact: | 610-280-2630

Families will enjoy storytimes filled with books, music, fingerplays and movement. This program is free and open to the public. Registration is not required.

Location : Chester County Library Storytime Room
Sunday, March 7, 2010 Back To Top
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

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Book Bingo for Adults
Contact: | 610-644-0138 | info@easttownlibrary.org
Come for one game or an afternoon of fun, and win book prizes. 
Location : Easttown Library

2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

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Slumdog Millionaire Movie Showing
Contact: Jessica Williams | 610-321-1710 | jwilliams@ccls.org
 The 82nd Academy Awards are on March 7th.  Watch the last Best Picture winner before the new one is announced! This movie won 8 Academy Awards.  Following the movie there will be an informal discussion on the upcoming Academy Awards and a ballot for a prize.  This movie is Rated R.  No one under 17 is allowed to watch.

Synopsis: An 18 year-old orphan from Mumbai is one question away from winning India’s “Who Wants to Be A Millionaire?”, but the police arrest him because they believe he is cheating.  He tells the story of his life, his brother, and the girl he loves to explain how he knows the answers to the show’s questions.

Location : Hankin Branch Library
Monday, March 8, 2010 Back To Top
9:30 am

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FAMILY PLACE: PARENT/CHILD WORKSHOP
Contact: | 610-280-2630

Advance registration required.

Location : Chester County Library Struble Room

9:30 am - 10:00 am

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Baby Time Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org

A storytime program for babies ages 0 - 12 months and their caregivers.  No registration required.

Location : Phoenxiville Library

9:45 am

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ACORNS: STORYTIME FOR ONE YEAR OLDS
Contact: | 610-280-2630

Advance registration required.

Location : Chester County Library Storytime Room

9:45 am

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Story Time for 1 and 2 Year Olds
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
Story time for 1& 2 year olds with caregiver. No Registration. Please note: All storytimes will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story Room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

9:45 am - 11:15 am

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Working with Microsoft Word
Contact: | 610-688-7092
Learn new features that make Word 2007 different from previous versions.  Create, format, and save documents; use the "ribbon" to work with features and functions.  $10 fee is payable the day of class.
Location : Tredyffrin Library

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Quilt and a Book
Contact: Avon Grove Library | 610-869-2004

Mondays 10am - noon

January 11 to March 22

Make our group project or one of your own.

We will also enjoy a book

Beginners Welcome! FREE PROGRAM

Supply list is available at the library.

Location : Avon Grove Library

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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AARP Tax Assistance
Contact: | 610-644-0138 | info@easttownlibrary.org
Mon., Feb. 2-Mon., April 13
10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Registration required.
AARP-approved volunteer tax preparers will be available on Mondays from Feb. 2-April 13. This free program assists seniors and qualifying low- and moderate-income individuals with tax preparation. Assistance is available by appointment only. Please call the library to sign up for hour-and-a-half sessions, or sign up at the library's circulation desk. If you require assistance but cannot attend during scheduled sessions, please let our library staff know and a volunteer will contact you.

Location : Easttown Library

10:00 am

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Daytime Family Time
Contact: Becky Sheridan | (610) 644-0138 Ext. 18 | bsheridan@ccls.org
Story Times/Early Literacy Programs
Join us as together we foster the skills your child needs in preparing to read. Stories, song, instruments and movement all play together to nurture your family's love of books. Programs will be held Mon., Feb. 22 through Fri., Apr. 2.
No registration necessary.

Daytime Family Time (all ages)
Mon., 10 a.m.
Are you at home with your children during the day? Come enjoy early literacy circles with us! Stories, songs, finger plays, and rhymes for the whole family. The program will include stories that both older children and their younger siblings will enjoy.

Location : Easttown Library

10:00 am - 11:45 am

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Storybooking Made Simple
Contact: Susan Volk | (610) 644-0138 x 31 | svolk@ccls.org
Storybooking made simple!
Discover how easy it is to preserve your family memories digitally, and publish them in a professional-looking book.  Storybooks make a perfect gift for grandparents, parents, or children.  Classes to start Mondays, March 1, 8, 15 & 22, 10 – 11:45 a.m. or 7 – 8:45 p.m.  Instruction is free; the cost for a finished 8 x 8 storybook is $45. 
For more information or to register, please contact Jackie Heitmann at (610) 240-4777 or email her at Jackie@YourLifetimeMemories.net
Sample books are on display in Easttown  Library.

Location : Easttown Library

10:30 am

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ACORNS: STORYTIME FOR ONE YEAR OLDS
Contact: | 610-280-2630

Advance registration required.

Location : Chester County Library Storytime Room

10:30 am - 11:00 am

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Nursery Rhyme Time
Contact: Karen Annaballi | 610-384-4115 | kannaballi@ccls.org
Age 2 + caregiver.  Stories, songs and fingerplays.  Registration required.
Location : Coatesville Library

10:30 am - 11:00 am

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Toddler Story Time
Contact: | 610-827-9212
Story Time for children ages 1 - 3. Come for songs, stories and activities! Each week will feature a letter of the alphabet.
No registration required.
Location : Chester Springs Library

10:30 am

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Story Time for 1 and 2 Year Olds
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
Story time for 1& 2 year olds with caregiver. No Registration. Please note: All storytimes will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story Room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

10:30 am - 11:30 am

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1-2-3 Play With Me
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A one hour playgroup/cirlce time with children ages 1-3 and their caregiver.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

11:00 am

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FAMILY PLACE: PARENT/CHILD WORKSHOP
Contact: | 610-280-2630

Advance registration required.

Location : Chester County Library Struble Room

11:00 am - 11:30 am

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Baby storytime
Contact: | 610-644-7259
Storytime for babies (from birth to 23 months) accompanied by an adult.  Registration required.
Location : Malvern Library

12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

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ESL Intermediate Conversation Class
Contact: | 610-688-7092
English as a Second Language Conversation Class meets every Monday 12:30 to 2 pm.  Please contact Gretchen Chamberlin at 610-688-7092 or gchamberlin@ccls.org to register.
Location : Tredyffrin Library

1:00 pm - 1:30 pm

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Story time for 3 year olds
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
No registration. Story time for 3 year olds and caregiver. Please note: all programs will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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One on One Computer Training
Contact: Susan Volk | 610.644.0138 x. 31 | svolk@ccls.org
One on One Computer Training
Ongoing class, by appointment only.  Schedule times are available for Monday and Thursday.  Times are 1 to 4 pm (by appointment), and Wednesday times are 9:30 to 11:30 am (also by appointment). 
1/2 hour and 1 hour sessions are available.
Designed for beginners, the half-hour training sessions will cover the basics of computer use, including the Internet and e-mail.  One hour sessions are more in-depth and can be customized to other basic skills areas.
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Contact: Susan Volk | 610.644.0138 x. 31 | svolk@ccls.org
Location : Easttown Library
 
Location : Easttown Library

1:30 pm

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SEEDLINGS: STORYTIME FOR THREE YEAR OLDS
Contact: | 610-280-2630

Advance registration required.

Location : Chester County Library Storytime Room

1:30 pm - 2:15 pm

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Preschool Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A 30 minute storytime program for children ages 3+ (caregivers are welcome to come, but not required), followed by a 15 minute craft with caregiver.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Chess Club
Contact: | 610-384-4115
Ages 5-18.  Learn to play tournament chess.  No registration required.
Location : Coatesville Library

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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American Girl Club
Contact: Parkesburg Library | 610-857-5165 | tknecht@ccls.org
New members are welcome. Meets 2nd Monday of each month, 4:00-5:00.  No need to bring anything, but dolls are welcome. Please rgister at the circulation desk.
Location : Parkesburg Library

6:30 pm - 7:45 pm

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Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Contact: Teen Program Coodinator | 610-696-1721 | wcplteens@gmail.com
We're starting to think about the Summer Reading Club and summer events. We're also discussing ideas for the alcove. Have an idea? Stop by the meeting to let us know!

For teens ages 13-18. No registration required. Snacks provided.

Visit our Teen Advisory Page to learn more!
Location : West Chester Library

7:00 pm

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BEDTIME STORYTIME
Contact: | 610-280-2630

Families will enjoy storytimes filled with books, music, fingerplays and movement. Come dressed for bed and snuggle down for some cozy fun. This program is free and open to the public. Registration is not required.

Location : Chester County Library Storytime Room

7:00 pm - 8:45 pm

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Storybooking Made Simple
Contact: Susan Volk | (610) 644-0138 x 31 | svolk@ccls.org
Storybooking made simple!
Discover how easy it is to preserve your family memories digitally, and publish them in a professional-looking book.  Storybooks make a perfect gift for grandparents, parents, or children.  Classes to start Mondays, March 1, 8, 15 & 22, 10 – 11:45 a.m. or 7 – 8:45 p.m.  Instruction is free; the cost for a finished 8 x 8 storybook is $45. 
For more information or to register, please contact Jackie Heitmann at (610) 240-4777 or email her at Jackie@YourLifetimeMemories.net
Sample books are on display in Easttown  Library.

Location : Easttown Library

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

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ESL Conversation Group
Contact: | 610-688-7092
English as a Second Language Conversation Group meets every Monday from 7 to 8:30 pm.  This group practices English language skills in a relaxed setting.  No registration necessary.  For more information, contact ESL Coordinator Betty Ann Monash at BettyAnn11@comcast.net or call Tredyffrin Public Library at 610-688-7092.
Location : Tredyffrin Library
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9:30 am

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SPROUTS: STORYTIME FOR TWO YEAR OLDS
Contact: | 610-280-2630

Advance registration required.

Location : Chester County Library Storytime Room

9:30 am - 10:15 am

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Toddlers Winter Storytime
Contact: | 610-688-7092
16 months to 2 1/2 years, plus adult.  Rgistration begins January 4th.  610-688-7092
Location : Tredyffrin Library

9:30 am - 10:15 am

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Toddlers Winter Storytime
Contact: | 610-688-7092
16 months to 2 1/2 years, plus adult.  Rgistration begins January 4th.  610-688-7092
Location : Tredyffrin Library

9:30 am - 10:00 am

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Toddler Time Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A storytime program for children ages 1 & 2 and their caregivers.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

9:45 am

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Story Time for 1 and 2 Year Olds
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
Story time for 1& 2 year olds with caregiver. No Registration. Please note: All storytimes will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story Room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

10:00 am

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Wee Readers
Contact: Becky Sheridan | (610) 644-0138 Ext. 18 | bsheridan@ccls.org
Story Times/Early Literacy Programs
Join us as together we foster the skills your child needs in preparing to read. Stories, song, instruments and movement all play together to nurture your family's love of books.
Programs will be held Mon., Feb. 22 through Fri., Apr. 2.
No registration necessary.

Wee Readers (infants-18 months)
Tues. 10 a.m.
Location : Easttown Library

10:00 am

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Storytime - Wee Ones
Contact: Children's Department | 610-696-7985

Wee Ones for babies 0 - 12 months old meets on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m.  Dates for the winter session are Mar. 9, 16, 23, Apr. 6 and 13.  The half-hour program includes rhymes, fingerplays, songs and first books.  Advanced registration for the entire session is required; spaces are limited.

Location : West Chester Library

10:15 am

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SEEDLINGS: STORYTIME FOR THREE YEAR OLDS
Contact: | 610-280-2630

Advance registration required.

Location : Chester County Library Storytime Room

10:15 am

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TODDLER TUESDAY
Contact: Avon Grove Library | 610-869-2004

TUESDAYS 10:15am

January 5 to March 23

Join Miss Denise at the Avon Grove Library for stories, songs and fun! This program is for children birth to 3 years old and their caregivers. This is a free program.

Location : Avon Grove Library

10:15 am - 11:00 am

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Preschool Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A 30 minute storytime program for children ages 3+ (caregivers are welcome to come, but not required), followed by a 15 minute craft with caregiver.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

10:30 am - 11:00 am

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Family Storytime
Contact: | 610-688-7092

Ages 5 and under, plus adult.

Location : Tredyffrin Library

10:30 am - 11:00 am

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Walk-in Storytime (Ages 5 and under with adult)
Contact: | 610-688-7092
Location : Tredyffrin Library

11:00 am

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SEEDLINGS: STORYTIME FOR THREE YEAR OLDS
Contact: | 610-280-2630

Advance registration required.

Location : Chester County Library Storytime Room

11:00 am - 11:30 am

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Raise A Reader
Contact: | 610-827-9212
Free 4-week program for children 0-23 months. Come and join in the fun! Rhymes, fingerplays, lots of music and books. Give your child a wonderful start to becoming a great reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required.
Location : Chester Springs Library

11:00 am

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Storytime - Toddle Time
Contact: Children's Department | 610-696-7985

Toddle Time for children 12 to 23 months old meets on Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m.  Dates for the winter session are Mar. 9, 16, 23, Apr. 6 and 13.  The half-hour program includes rhymes, fingerplays, songs and first books.  Advanced registration for the entire session is required; spaces are limited.

Location : West Chester Library

11:15 am - 11:45 am

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Toddler Time Storytime
Contact: Brigitte Cavanaugh | 610-933-3013, Ext. 34 | bcavanaugh@ccls.org
A storytime program for children ages 1 & 2 and their caregivers.  No registration required.
Location : Phoenxiville Library

1:00 pm

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Friends of Easttown Library Meeting
Contact: | 610-644-0138 | info@easttownlibrary.org
Friends of Easttown Library meet on the second Tuesday of each month, 1 p.m.
Location : Easttown Library

1:00 pm

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Storytime - Four and Five Year Olds
Contact: Children's Department | 610-696-7985

Story time for four and five year olds meets on Tuesdays at 1 p.m.  Dates for the winter session are Mar. 9, 16, 23, Apr. 6 and 13.  The 40-minute early literacy and learning readiness program for children includes stories, songs, and a coloring activity.  Caregivers must remain in the library building during story time.  Advanced registration, by phone or in person, for the entire session is required; spaces are limited.

Location : West Chester Library

1:30 pm

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KINDERGARTEN HERE I COME: STORYTIME FOR FIVE-SIX YEAR OLDS
Contact: | 610-280-2630

Advance registration required.

Location : Chester County Library Storytime Room

1:30 pm

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Story Time for 0-12 months
Contact: Hankin Youth Services | 610-321-1724
No registration. For 0-12 month olds and caregiver. Please note: All programs will be strictly limited by the legal room capacity. Story Room- 50 persons, Community Room- 65 persons.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

2:00 pm - 2:40 pm

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Preschool and Kindergarten Winter Storytime
Contact: | 610-688-7092
Ages 4 and 5.
Location : Tredyffrin Library

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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One-on-One Computer Tutoring
Contact: Hankin Reference Desk | 610-321-1710 | BLawler@ccls.org
Need some help with a computer?  Never used a mouse?  Don't know how to use Google?  Do you have a relatively quick question about Word or Email or the Library Catalog?  Sign up for a 30 minute time slot and a librarian will try to answer your questions and help you become more computer literate.  Please register by dropping by or calling the Information Desk.  You'll need to indicate what topic you have questions about.
Location : Hankin Branch Library

2:00 pm

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Preschool Storytime
Contact: John Hendrix | 610-444-2702
All preschoolers welcome! No registration necessary.
Location : Bayard Taylor Library

3:30 pm - 7:30 pm

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After School Cafe - Mario Kart Practice Rounds
Contact: Teen Program Coordinator | 610-696-1721 | wcplteens@gmail.com
Are you participating in our Mario Kart Tournament? Have you ever played Mario Kart Wii? Stop by and try your hand or practice for Friday's Tournament at this Special After School Cafe!

Want another place to hang out? Try the library! Enjoy themed Tuesdays, crafts, games,