The Wissahickon Valley Public library is celebrating 100 years of serving as a hub for learning, culture and community. Established in 1923, WVPL has played an integral role in the lives of the Ambler, Lower Gwynedd and Whitpain communities by providing access to books and an array of educational resources.
To mark this historic 100th anniversary, WVPL invites the community to join in a day of festivities on October 21 from 10:00am-5:00pm at both the branches.
The celebration will feature fun games, crafts, a 1920s theme scavenger hunt, photo booths, Old McDonald balloon show, live music snacks and much more.
As a part of the centennial celebration WVPL has curated a timeline exhibition showing the libraries journey through the years The event will be attended by the Mayor of Ambler at the Ambler Branch at 2pm and Representatives Hanbidge and Cerruto, at the Main Branch at 1am. They will present a special proclamation in honor of the celebration. We extend a warm welcome to all the residents of Ambler, Blue Bell, Whitpain and Lower Gwynedd to be a part of this historic event celebration For more information visit wvpl.org.
Schedule of Events:
Ambler Branch 11am-12pm — Reading to the Dogs. Registration required
1pm-2pm – Children’s crafts and fun stations
2pm – The Mayor of Ambler will present a Proclamation in honor of the100 th year anniversary
2pm-5pm – Party games and refreshments: The Price is Right guessing game and more.
October 8th, 2023 | By Ryan Genova