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Want to learn a new language?

 If you're interested in learning a new language try Mango Languages today! With your Delaware County Library System card you can log in and start the free lessons any time from any computer. 
 
Mango is an online language-learning system that can help you learn languages like Spanish, French, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, German, Mandarin Chinese, Greek, Italian, Russian and more.
 
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ACE the SAT: Score-Raising One-Day Workshop

*Great tips and tricks from SAT test experts

*Get a heads-up on the hidden traps and how to beat them

*Official SAT text and study suggestions included

 

Saturday, March 3
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
(Check In 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.)
Early Registration $95.00 before Feb. 17
Regular Registration $125.00 after Feb. 17

 

To register download this form and send to Daedalus Education Services, 305 Bryan Street, Havertown, PA 19083-4308, Attn: Haverford Library Benefit SAT Workshop.

 

Proceeds of the workshop will benefit the Library.

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If You're Feeling Sinister

  Whimsy and preciousness are an integral part of If You're Feeling Sinister, along with clever wit and gentle, intricate arrangements -- a wonderful blend of the Smiths and Simon & Garfunkel, to be reductive. Even if it's firmly within the college, bed-sit tradition, and is unabashedly retrogressive, that gives Sinister a special, timeless character that's enhanced by Stuart Murdoch's wonderful, lively songwriting. Blessed with an impish sense of humor, a sly turn of phrase, and an alluringly fey voice, he gives this record a real sense of backbone, in that its humor is far more biting than the music appears and the music is far more substantial that it initially seems. Sinister plays like a great forgotten album, couched in '80s indie, '90s attitude, and '60s folk-pop. 

Republic, Lost : How Money Corrupts Congress--and a Plan to Stop It

Republic, Lost

In an era when special interests funnel huge amounts of money into our government-driven by shifts in campaign, trust in our government has reached an all-time low. More than ever before, Americans believe that money buys results in Congress, and that business interests wield control over our legislature.  With heartfelt urgency and a keen desire for righting wrongs, Harvard law professor Lawrence Lessig takes a clear-eyed look at how we arrived at this crisis: how fundamentally good people, with good intentions, have allowed our democracy to be co-opted by outside interests, and how this exploitation has become entrenched in the system.  

TODAY: College Planning Workshop

Not sure how you are going to pay for your child's college education? We have the program for you!
 
Join us for the College Planning Workshop on Sunday, January 22nd at 2pm where you will learn about how to address the high cost of college, the new Educational IRA, maximizing financial aid, investment alternatives, developing a college investment plan.
 
The workshop will be presented by the Society for Financial Awareness (SOFA), a nonprofit dedicated to increasing financial literacy. SOFA member, Shane Couturier will present the workshop.
 

Creative Corner for 4s and 5s

The Children's Room is excited to announce that Creative Corner will be EVERY Thursday afternoon at 1:30pm this winter (through March 15th)!
 
Creative Corner offers older preschoolers, ages 4 and 5, the opportunity to connect reading and fun, stretch their creative muscles, incorporate math into play and enjoy dramatic play - no two weeks will be the same!

Other Ongoing Programs

Weekly

Tea and Stitch 

Enjoy some tea and light refreshments while working on your sewing, knitting, or other projects. This program brings all ages together who enjoy the needle arts.  Beginner or experienced, don't miss this extraordinary program!   Program is held every Friday at 10:00 am.  Held in the Board Room. For more information, contact Christine at 610-446-3082 x213 or by email.

Monthly

Computer How-to

A monthly computer seminar exploring practical uses for the Internet.  Previous topics have included how to find new books and authors, how to find new recipes, and how to find local events. Typically held the 3rd Monday of the month, but check the calendar of events for possible changes. Contact Jessica at 610-446-3082 x205 or by email for more information.

Annual

Annual Book Sale

The Friends of HTFL hold an annual booksale to benefit the library.  The Book Sale is held in the fall and spans an entire weekend.  If you'd like to donate materials to be sold at the Book Sale, please review our donation policy here before stopping by the library. For more information about the Friends or to download a membership form, visit the Friends website by clicking here.   

Business Breakfast

Last year, the library hosted its first annual Business Breakfast. The library invited local small business owners and professionals to explore HTFL's business resources.  Attendees learned ways in which the library can benefit their business and how we can work together to improve our community. 

Murder Mystery

Each year, the library, in conjunction the residents of Haverford Township, perform an original theatrical production.  For more information or to get involved with the upcoming Murder Mystery, contact the Reference Department at 610-446-3082 x201 or by email.

Summer Reading for Adults

From June to August of each year, the library sponsors a summer reading program for adults. Members read  books of their own selection and submit small forms for each title read. Drawings are held each week using the forms submitted.  Prizes vary, but the fun is consistent!  For information about this year's summer reading, contact the Reference Department at 610-446-3082 x201 or by email. 

Ongoing Film Series

First Friday Flick 

A film screening of a recent DVD release each first Friday of the month at 7 pm.  Held in the Community Room.

Afternoon Film 

Popcorn and a movie every 2nd Wednesday at 2pm.  Held in the Board Room.

Book Discussion Groups

Monthly

Cookies & Mystery 

Features cookies, coffee and discussion of a different of a different mystery genre each 3rd Thursday of the month at 11:00 am.  Held in the Board Room.  For more information, contact Samantha at 610-446-3082 x203 or by email.

Monthly Book Share 

This is a cozy, informal book discussion with other bibliophiles. Share a book you are reading, or just come and listen about some recommended reads.  Bring a snack or a lunch to this program which is held the first Thursday of each month at 12:00 noon.  Held in the Board Room. For more information, contact the Reference Department at 610-446-3082 x201 or by email.

Reading-A-Round

This adult book discussion that is open to all.  A different contemporary adult fiction and non-fiction book will be discussed at each meeting.  Meets the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm.  Held in the Board Room.  For more information, contact Samantha at 610-446-3082 x203 or by email.

Annual

Book Bites Luncheon   

Come listen to the Reference staff discuss their favorite books of the year.  Lunch, dessert, and beverages are provided.  A $5 donation is suggested.  Held annually in December. For more information, contact the Reference Department at 610-446-3082 x201 or by email.