Saturday, February 2, 2013
The most popular eBooks, DVDs and novels at the Lansdale Library from December 30 to January 19
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Saturday, February 2
Here's a breakdown of the most popular books and DVDs checked out from the Lansdale Library since courtesy of director Tom Meyer and reference librarian Beth Moser. Remember: Residents can sign up for a library card for free. Out-of-borough residents pay $35 a year for membership. Non-residents can also join MCLINC for free. Many libraries in Montgomery County participate in the MCLINC program including Wissahickon (Blue Bell, Ambler), Indian Valley (Telford) and Norristown. MCLINC provides bookmobile service to many places in the townships surrounding Lansdale. eBooks are now available at http://lansdalelibrary.lib.overdrive.com/ eBooks Chaos Walking by Patrick Ness Fifty Shades Trilogy Bundle by E L James Harry Potter and the Deathly …
Saturday, December 22, 2012
Jumpin’ Jack's Inflatable Playland and Party Center, 777 Schwab Road, Hatfield, will hold a Snowflake Project from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children can decorate a paper snowflake for the school being attended by Sandy Hook children in January
1. Jumpin’ Jack's Inflatable Playland and Party Center, 777 Schwab Road, Hatfield, will hold a Snowflake Project from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children can decorate a paper snowflake for the school being attended by Sandy Hook children in January. 2. Today is the last day to enjoy the Lansdale Business Association Holiday Tree Display at 311 W. Main St., Lansdale, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 3. The Water Gallery in Lansdale holds a Holiday Trunk Show, with specials on jewelry and fine gifts, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. There will be live music, song, cookies and beverages. Purchase Celtic music CDs while you are there. 4. Mrs. Santa will be at Coffeehead in Kulpsville from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Have some fun, cookies and milk. Santa Claus will be escorted …
Saturday, December 15, 2012
A hot chocolate stand and bake sale fundraiser for Penndale student Matthew Knoebel, who has been diagnosed with leukemia, takes place on Pine Street in Lansdale between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., rain or shine
1. A hot chocolate stand and bake sale fundraiser for Penndale student Matthew Knoebel, who has been diagnosed with leukemia, takes place on Pine Street in Lansdale between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., rain or shine. Pine Street is between Squirrel Lane and Edgemont Avenue. For donations, please visit www.indiegogo.com/MoneyforMatt. 2. Today is the second annual Gingerbread House Craft Time at 1 at Lansdale Parks and Recreation, 660 Lansdale Ave. The event is a fundraiser for Lansdale Library. Cost is $10 per house. 3. Santa Claus will be at the Santa House in Lansdale at Railroad Plaza from 10 a.m. to noon. 4. Today is the last day to drop off toys for the Marines Toys for Tots drive at Retro Fitness in Montgomery Township. Contact Retro Fitness …
Friday, December 14, 2012
The Archive Books and Collectibles, 725 W. Second St., Lansdale, holds a holiday shopping extravaganza tonight from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. All regular-priced books are half off. Twenty percent off everything else, excluding coins. There’s also a giant live al
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Friday, December 14, 2012
1. “The Polar Express” by Chris Van Allsburg will be read by The Conductor tonight at Lansdale Library at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $1 and available at the library. The movie will be shown following the reading at 7:30 p.m. 2. The Archive Books and Collectibles, 725 W. Second St., Lansdale, holds a holiday shopping extravaganza tonight from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. All regular-priced books are half off. Twenty percent off everything else, excluding coins. There’s also a giant live alligator and Alf. Additional vendors and refreshments too. 3. Santa Claus is at the Santa House in Lansdale from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. 4. There’s a PennSuburban Chamber of Commerce women’s network luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at William Penn Inn, 1017 DeKalb Pike, …
Monday, December 3, 2012
The most popular eBooks, DVDs and novels at the Lansdale Library from November 18 to December 1
Here's a breakdown of the most popular books and DVDs checked out from the Lansdale Library since courtesy of director Tom Meyer and reference librarian Beth Moser. Remember: Residents can sign up for a library card for free. Out-of-borough residents pay $35 a year for membership. Non-residents can also join MCLINC for free. Many libraries in Montgomery County participate in the MCLINC program including Wissahickon (Blue Bell, Ambler), Indian Valley (Telford) and Norristown. MCLINC provides bookmobile service to many places in the townships surrounding Lansdale. eBooks are now available at http://lansdalelibrary.lib.overdrive.com/ eBooks The Affair by Lee Child Defending Jacob by William Landay Eat to Live by Joel Fuhrman Everything I…
Friday, November 16, 2012
North Penn Arts Alliance hosts a “Meet the Artists” reception at 6 p.m. at its 25th Anniversary show at North Penn Art and Custom Framing, 720 S. Broad St., Lansdale. View what artist members created for the show and network with the artists
1. North Penn Arts Alliance hosts a “Meet the Artists” reception at 6 p.m. at its 25th Anniversary show at North Penn Art and Custom Framing, 720 S. Broad St., Lansdale. View what artist members created for the show and network with the artists. 2. Lansdale Library shows a free Friday Night Movie at 6 p.m. — “People Like Us” (PG-13, 114 minutes). 3. Neil Diamond tribute band “Real Diamond” holds a Hurricane Sandy Benefit at 8:30 p.m. at Franky and Johnny’s, 1111 Easton Road, Warrington. Tickets are $15. 4. Advantage Auto Sales & Credit, 4856 Old Bethlehem Pike, Telford, will provide Thanksgiving turkeys and meals to its family of existing customers on a first-come, first-served basis beginning at 9 a.m. Three gift baskets will also be …
Saturday, November 10, 2012
Increased fundraising efforts and smart spending have resulted in a surplus, which will go toward building improvements in 2013. Plus, the idea of a cafe at the library has been tabled for now
Due to improved fundraising efforts and some wise spending, the Lansdale Library budget is expected to have a $20,000 surplus this year. "The latest draft of the budget has us putting that surplus into building improvements for next year," said Lansdale Library Director Tom Meyer during a library board of trustees meeting Wednesday night. Meyer said the library board will look to Spiezle Architect's recent facilities assessment report on what to do with improvements in 2013. "We will either revamp our lighting — which, to me, makes sense because we'll get payback on that with decreased use in electricity — or refresh the building: carpeting, paint, ceiling tiles," Meyer said. Meyer was asked if improvements include the idea of bringing a …
Monday, November 5, 2012
Mater Dei Catholic School, 493 E. Main St., Lansdale, will celebrate All Saints Day with first graders as they celebrate patron saints, beginning with a procession at 1:50 p.m. to St. Stanislaus Church. A prayer service will follow with seventh graders s
1. Mater Dei Catholic School, 493 E. Main St., Lansdale, will celebrate All Saints Day with first graders as they celebrate patron saints, beginning with a procession at 1:50 p.m. to St. Stanislaus Church. A prayer service will follow with seventh graders sharing history of the saints. 2. Route 202 between Hancock Road and Route 611 will have occasional short-term lane closures this week between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. daily for ongoing Route 202 Parkway construction. Route 309 between Five Points and Route 63 will also have occasional lane restrictions between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Periodic lane closures will occur on Upper State Road between Route 309 and Route 202 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today through Thursday. 3. Hatfield …
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Happy Halloween to all our readers and friends and their children! Patch tip: Have two costumes so you can get more candy with a second trip around
1. Happy Halloween to all our readers and friends and their children! Patch tip: Have two costumes so you can get more candy with a second trip around. 2. Mater Dei Catholic School first graders will celebrate their patron saints with an All Saints Day ceremony at 2 p.m. at St. Stanislaus Church in Lansdale. Students will have a procession led by The Virgin Mary, St. Stanislaus, St. Rose of Lima and St. Maria Goretti. Students will meet saints in prayer service as seventh-graders share history on the saints. 3. North Penn School District has off today, due to conditions related to Hurricane Sandy. 4. Lansdale Library hosts a program on better health skin care at 7 p.m. 5. Hatfield Township holds a leaf collection today, beginning at 6 a.m…
Saturday, October 27, 2012
The most popular eBooks, DVDs and novels at the Lansdale Library from October 14 to October 20
Here's a breakdown of the most popular books and DVDs checked out from the Lansdale Library since October 14, courtesy of director Tom Meyer and reference librarian Beth Moser. Remember: Residents can sign up for a library card for free. Out-of-borough residents pay $35 a year for membership. Non-residents can also join MCLINC for free. Many libraries in Montgomery County participate in the MCLINC program including Wissahickon (Blue Bell, Ambler), Indian Valley (Telford) and Norristown. MCLINC provides bookmobile service to many places in the townships surrounding Lansdale. eBooks are now available at http://lansdalelibrary.lib.overdrive.com/ eBooks The Time Keeper by Mitch Albom Too Close to Home by Linwood Barclay Gone Girl by Gillian …
Shelly
5:45 pm on Saturday, December 15, 2012
OMG!!!!! That is all I have to say!!!! Ok, will say MORE!! I am not going to give the dollar amount now until the parents are notified! Put it to you this way, it was a huge, huge, huge, success! I would like to thank everyone, and everybody who made it such as success for Matt and his family!!! Oxox!!! more ›