Whitehall Township Public Library: Celebrate community heroes Aug. 7 at the library
Whitehall Township Public Library’s annual Community Heroes Night is set for 5-7 p.m. Aug. 7. Some of our community heroes, including Cetronia Ambulance Corps, waste management, the sheriff’s department and more, will stop by to tell you about their jobs and show some of their equipment.
This program is open to all. No registration is required.
Note: The library will close 4 p.m. to prepare for this event.
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Kids in the summer reading program can celebrate with a finale event noon Aug. 9, featuring face painting, balloon art, games, snacks and a visit from Mini Moos 12:30-1:30 p.m. Kids can pick up grand prizes at this event.
No registration is required.
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Urdu Immersion Story Time, presented by Good Tree Roots, is set for 6 p.m. Aug. 12. Listen and learn about colors in the Urdu language through activities, stories and connections.
The event is for ages 6-10.
Registration is required.
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Creation Station: Bubbleology is set for 6 p.m. Aug. 20. This month, kids will learn about molecules by doing experiments with bubbles.
Kids in grades 3-6 can enjoy STEAM projects once a month. Registration is required.
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The library is currently accepting book and media donations for the fall book sale, set for Sept. 26 and 27.
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The library is working with Plant a Row Lehigh Valley again this year to bring fresh produce to local families in need. You can drop off produce at the library from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays.
Your donations benefit Whitehall Food Pantry at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church.
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The library has a number of clubs that meet monthly.
The book club for adults meets 1 p.m. the first Thursday of every month. Come to discuss what you’re currently reading.
The coloring club for adults meets 11 a.m. the first and third Thursdays and 5:30-7:30 p.m. the first Tuesday.
The Good Yarn group meets for knitting, crocheting and other needle crafts meets 6 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month.
The Death Cafe, a group-directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes, meets 6:30 p.m. the third Monday.
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The library’s regular hours are 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.
Visit whitehallpl.org, find our social media pages or call 610-432-4339 for more information on our events and services.