December 2023 

 
Holidays and Closures 
The Grundy Foundation, Library, and Museum will be closed December 23rd - 26th in observance of Christmas and December 30th - January 1st in observance of New Year's.
 
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Upcoming Events & Programs 

Upcoming Programs

Author Event: Rare Air
Wednesday, December 11
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM
 
Join us on Monday, December 11 at 5:30 PM for a local author event with illustrator Sarah Kaizar and Bristol author A. Scott Meiser. They will discuss their book "Rare Air: Endangered Birds, Bats, Butterflies & Bees."
 
"Rare Air" is the culmination of artist Sarah Kaizar’s dedication to illustrating endangered fauna. It features 66 endangered species of flight--33 birds, 5 bats, 12 bees, and 16 butterflies--presented in her scientifically accurate and utterly engaging pen-and-ink style. Complementing the art are informative and story-driven natural histories of each species by writer A. Scott Meiser, as well as interviews with biologists who are working to sustain some of the same species. You'll be able to purchase "Rare Air" following the program.
 
Seating is limited for this event; please register here.
 
This program is offered by Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library in support of the PA Forward | Pennsylvania Libraries initiative.  Libraries are key to powering progress and elevating the quality of life in PA by fueling the types of knowledge essential to success: Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, Civic and Social Literacy, Health Literacy, and Financial Literacy.
 
 
Sock Snowman Winter Craft!
Wednesday, December 13
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM
 
Join Library staff as we make a craft just in time for the Winter season!
 
Using ordinary socks, we will create unique, beautiful Sock Snowmen. Most craft supplies will be provided; participants do need to bring scissors that can cut through fabric to the class.
 
Registration is required for this event.
 
This program is offered by Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library in support of the PA Forward | Pennsylvania Libraries initiative.  Libraries are key to powering progress and elevating the quality of life in PA by fueling the types of knowledge essential to success: Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, Civic and Social Literacy, Health Literacy, and Financial Literacy.

Nailed It!
Saturday, December 9
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
 
Calling all tween & teen cake/cookie decorating enthusiasts!
 
Show off your piping skills in this program for those in grades 6-12.  
 
Hope to see you there!
Earth Champions: Books, Nature, and YOU!
Wednesday, December 6
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
 
Pow! Wham! Ooof!! Take that pollution!
 
Brush off the rust and get in the fray with this nature-themed story, discussion, and game hosted by Grundy Library in conjunction with Heritage Conservancy.
 
Ages 6-12.
These programs are offered by Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library in support of the PA Forward | Pennsylvania Libraries initiative. Libraries are key to powering progress and elevating the quality of life in PA by fueling the types of knowledge essential to success: Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, Civic and Social Literacy, Health Literacy, and Financial Literacy.

Family STEM Night: Winter Science
Tuesday, December 12
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
 
 
Families are invited to a STEM Winter Science event!  
 
Learn more about the science of winter through experiments, hands-on activities, robots, and exciting challenges all revolving around Winter! 
 
 

NRC: Introduction to Fundraising Planning
Friday, December 8
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
 
Learn to strategize and plan for fundraising success!
 
Bring your lunch and join us for an afternoon of expert insights on building a successful fundraising campaign. 
  • Group discussion and Q&A with other nonprofits 
  • Gain practical tips and strategies to help you achieve your fundraising goals
  • Leave with an actionable fundraising plan
 
Registration is required.
Coding for Adults and Seniors
Friday, December 8 & 15
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
 
Do you want to expand your skills and learn a new trade? Have you considered learning how to code? 
 
During this program, we will be learning the fundamentals of HTML, Scratch, and Python coding.
 
Each month will have a different theme so attendees can come to one or all.
 
Attendees can bring their own laptop or Chromebook or use one provided by Grundy Library.  
 
This drop-in program is for adults & seniors; registration is not required.   

Trivia Night: Saturday Morning Cartoons
Thursday, December 21
7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
 
Join your hosts Laura and Barbara for a Trivia Night on the Kahoot! gaming platform. This month's trivia night theme is Saturday Morning Cartoons.
 
Most of "The Smurfs" characters lived in a village of what? What is the name of the Saturday morning cartoon that featured Scrooge McDuck? Where did a famous, picnic basket-stealing cartoon bear live? If you know the answers to these questions, we invite you to show off your knowledge during this trivia event! 
 
This event is appropriate for families and individuals. 
 
How to proceed--
1. Register for Saturday Morning Cartoons trivia here. 
2. A ZOOM link will be emailed to you before the start time.
3. Join the ZOOM event. If you can, log-in about 5-10 minutes early. You'll meet your hosts Librarians Laura and Barbara there.
4. While on ZOOM, the link to the Kahoot! trivia game will be shared with you and the game will begin.
A Kahoot! tutorial can be found at https://youtu.be/lTdg3SRu-7M
5. Have fun and laugh with us!
 
Questions? Call the Grundy Library at 215.788.7891
 

Now Available

 
New Online Resources for You!
 
Read the latest blog post by Susanne Ritchie, Collections Librarian, to learn about Grundy Library's two new e-resources, brought to you by NewsBank!

 
Learn more and apply today by clicking here.

Interested in an Outreach Visit?
 
The Grundy Library offers many different fun and educational outreach options!
We also offer training for educators, school library card drives, and library tours.
 
Please complete the form here to receive more information or to schedule an outreach visit! 
Outreach visits are not limited to children; all age ranges are welcome!
 
Don’t see what you are looking for? Leave your questions in the comments section of the form.
 
For more information, visit us in person or call us at 215.788.7891

Children & Teens

Teen Advisory Board
Monday, December 18
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 
Need volunteer hours? Looking for a way to improve your community? Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB)! 
 
We need volunteers in grades 6-12 to help us with programming, promotion, material selection, and so much more.
 
Please check the schedule at www.grundylibrary.org for additional dates and times.
 
Call 215-788-7891 with questions. For more information please see our website here.
 

Stay & Play
Tuesday, December 5, 12, & 19
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
 
Come to the Library to meet new friends - stay and play! 
 
All ages are welcome, and no registration is required.
Family Storytime
Saturday, December 2
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
 
Join us one Saturday a month for Family Story Time!
 
We will be reading books, singing, moving, and having fun!
 
The recommended age is birth to 5 years old, but siblings are always welcome.  
 
Hope to see you soon! 

 
Video Game Club
Monday, December 4 & 18
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
 
Like video games?
 
Join us for video game club where we will be trying out games on our Nintendo Switch!
 
Elementary ages only, and no registration is required.
Virtual Code Club
Monday, December 4 & 18
 
Code Club is now online!
 
Join us on the 1st and 3rd Mondays for a new activity or challenge. Ms. Amber and Ms. Laura introduce new coding challenges and we would love for you to watch and participate with us. 
 
These challenges are posted online via our social media channels. Not on social media? You can watch them each Monday on our Grundy Library YouTube channel. Appropriate for grades 3-12. 
 
Click here for the current and past coding challenge videos, available 24/7.

Grundy Museum 

 
 
Victorian Holiday House Opening Night
 
Friday, December 1, 2023
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
 
Register now!
 
Join us for the Opening Night of our 4th Annual Victorian Holiday House. Opening night kicks off this holiday tradition with live music by Harpist Gloria Galante and refreshments on the South Lawn.
 
Our first and second floor will be open and decorated with new Victorian inspired designs. See our featured displays and tree "A Christmas Story" in collaboration with the Bristol Riverside Theatre holiday production. Lenox China and ornaments will be on display and so much more. Guests of Victorian Holiday House will receive a discount coupon to the play "A Christmas Story" which runs through December 31, 2023. 
 
Local business owner Jimmy Bason Gilpatrick and his staff of Bird of Paradise Flowers, have once again partnered with the Grundy Museum staff. Their amazing and unique arrangements and decor accent the museum.
 
Opening Night includes the first look at the house, live holiday and Christmas music, light refreshments and a special take home gift from us! 
 
Space is limited for this free special event. Registration is required.
 
 
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Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library
680 Radcliffe Street
Bristol, Pennsylvania 19007
215.788.7891
www.grundylibrary.org
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