Current Library Status
Due to the Coronavirus restrictions set forth by Governor Wolf, the Jenkintown Library is currently CLOSED. Upon entering the Green Phase, we have been working diligently to be able to open the building to the public. Our Book Drop will remain open for returns. Curbside pickup continues for existing holds. Patrons should contact the library to arrange a time to pick up their materials after receiving an email notification that they have arrived.
Latest News
Community Story Hour + Community-Wide Scavenger Hunt
Our Community Story Hour continues! As a sneak peek to the story, along with a fun community-wide scavenger hunt, you can put a rabbit in your window or draw one with sidewalk chalk! Let’s show everyone that we are in this together. Tomorrow morning, during what would have been our usual Story Hour at the Jenkintown Library, we will send out the link. Be sure to sign up today to receive the link.
Join Us for a Virtual Performance by Two of a Kind
Although we are not able to offer our usual in-house performance with David & Jenny from Two of a Kind – we are excited to announce a virtual performance especially for Jenkintown Library patrons. Register here to receive the performance link on June 24th. Even better, you can enjoy the performance as many times as you would like, all summer long!
MusicMagic and DragonDances is Two of a Kind's special program for kids for the 2020 summer library theme: "Imagine Your Story" – featuring songs about fantasy, fairy tales, mythology, reading & books. We get everyone involved in the show through singing, movement, sign language, lyrics-on-the-spot, visual aspects and more!
We Support Black Lives Matter
Being an inclusive and welcoming place for our community, as well as championing everyone’s right to intellectual freedom are amongst the Core Values that guide the Jenkintown Library in all we do. As we are excitedly preparing to open our doors again, we are ever mindful of our Mission to educate, connect and create community. For too long, our country has been divided, inequities have grown and misunderstanding has flourished. The books shown here are a few from our collection that may offer a path towards healing these wounds and knitting us back together. May we all emerge from the turmoil 2020 has wrought with a greater understanding and appreciation of one another, honoring the unique experience of each while recognizing the interconnectedness of us all.
Register Today for Our Summer Reading Challenge
Registration is now open for our Summer Reading Program!
See where reading will take you and join us as we embark on a journey filled with fantasy, adventure, and fun. The theme for the Summer Reading Program is Imagine Your Story and we will be adding new, relevant challenges all summer long. Click here to get started today.
Community Story Hour + Community-Wide Scavenger Hunt
Our Community Story Hour continues! As a sneak peek to the story, along with a fun community-wide scavenger hunt, you can put a penguin in your window or draw one with sidewalk chalk! Let’s show everyone that we are in this together. Tomorrow morning, during what would have been our usual Story Hour at the Jenkintown Library, we will send out the link. Be sure to sign up today to receive the link.
