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Crystal Murphy Music Presents: Extraordinary Joe – The Quest for Color
at Henrietta Hankin Branch Library
A Vibrant Musical Puppet Show Inspired by the 2025 Longwood Gardens Community Read!
Crystal Murphy Music, in collaboration with the Murphy Murpets, invites families to a joyful and imaginative journey with Extraordinary Joe – The Quest for Color, a musical puppet show inspired by The Extraordinary Gardener, a 2025 Longwood Gardens Community Read selection.
This engaging 1-hour program is specially designed for children ages 3 and up, accompanied by an adult. Young audiences will delight in a magical blend of original music, puppetry, interactive movement activities, and an extraordinary take-home craft that extends the experience beyond the show.
Event Details:
Monday, April 28, 2025
1:30 – 2:30 PM
Henrietta Hankin Branch Library, 215 Windgate Drive, Chester Springs, PA
Registration is required at: https://bit.ly/HHBCrystalMurphyPuppetShow
Please note: Space is limited. By registering, you’re reserving a valuable spot. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, kindly let us know so we may offer the opportunity to another family.
This program proudly supports PA Forward’s Basic Literacy initiative and is part of the Longwood Gardens Community Read — promoting community engagement and literacy through the shared experience of storytelling.
The mission of the Chester County and Henrietta Hankin Branch Libraries is to provide informational, educational and cultural services to the residents of Chester County so that they may be lifelong learners. The Henrietta Hankin Branch Library is located at 215 Windgate Drive, Chester Springs, PA. For hours or more information, visit our website at www.chescolibraries.org.
CCLS/CCL Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees of the Chester County Library System/Chester County Library are hosting their monthly board meeting as a hybrid offering. If you have always wanted to attend a meeting but haven’t had the time, this is your opportunity. Please click on this link at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 15, to join the Chester County Library System Board Meeting virtually; or attend in person at the Chester County Library, Burke Room, 450 Exton Square Parkway, Exton, PA 19341. The Chester County Library Board Meeting will immediately follow. Find the Chester County Library Board Packet here.
If you are a person with a disability and wish to attend this meeting and require an auxiliary aid, service, or other accommodation to observe or participate in the proceedings, please call Chester County Library’s Administration Office at 610-344-5600 or email ddadoly@ccls.org to discuss how we may best accommodate your needs.
Calling All Creatives: Design Our 2025 Library Sticker & Magnet!
Submissions Open April 7 – May 3
Were you lucky enough to get your hands on one of our stickers or magnets unveiled last year? They ended up being harder to come by than a Kristin Hannah library book! We were astounded by the excitement these stickers and magnets generated and we were even more humbled that so many people want to share their library pride. Thank you for being such vocal supporters of the Chester County Library and the Henrietta Hankin Branch!
Looking back on the success of last year’s sticker launch, we would like to start a new tradition of annual library stickers. But we’re librarians, not graphic designers, like some of YOU are! We want to see the creativity and artistry of our library-loving patrons, especially since this year’s National Library Week theme is Drawn to the Library. And what’s the biggest draw to the library? Well, you tell us—in your designs!
Submissions will be accepted from Monday, April 7 – Saturday, May 3 at https://forms.gle/VtjrY1yWoLG5duew5. Designs must fit within a 1:1 square (stickers will be 2” and magnets will be 4” when printed). Submissions must also incorporate the library’s website URL “chescolibraries.org” somewhere in the design. A selection of no more than four designs will be chosen by a panel of librarians. Winners will be announced no later than May 19, 2025.
Click here to see the full contest rules. All images submitted must be the work of the individual submitting them. It is the entrant’s responsibility to ensure that any submissions do not infringe upon the copyright of any third party or law. Entrants must attest that the design they submit is their work and that they own the copyright for it.
For more information, contact Kelly Quigg, Chester County Library Community Engagement Librarian, at kquigg@ccls.org.
Good luck, designers!
Friends of Chester County Library Spring Book Sale Returns This Weekend, April 11-13, 2025
(Exton, PA) – The Friends of Chester County Library are excited to announce their highly anticipated Spring Book Sale, taking place from April 11-13, 2025. This annual event offers a fantastic selection of books, music, and movie CDs and DVDs at unbeatable prices. A dedicated children’s section will feature a wide variety of books in a separate room.
Sale Schedule:
Friday, April 11 | 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. – Exclusive early access for Friends of the Chester County Library members. Not yet a member? You can join at the door starting at 5:00 p.m. or sign up in advance by completing the membership form available at the Library or on our website.
Saturday, April 12 | 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Open to the public, featuring a diverse selection of books and media at incredible prices.
Sunday, April 13 | 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. – Bag Sale Day! Fill a provided bag for just $10—or $7 with a 2025 Friends membership. Individual books will also be available at half-price.
Accepted payment methods include cash, checks, PayPal, and Venmo. All proceeds directly support the Chester County Library, helping fund programs, resources, and services for the community.
Mark your calendars and don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to stock up on great reads while supporting your local library!
Looking ahead: Our Fall Book Sale dates are currently scheduled for October 3rd – 5th, 2025.
Creating Cartoons and Comics!
Jason Rodrigues is a comic illustrator and drawing instructor. He currently teaches drawing to children and adults in group classes and private instruction throughout the greater Philadelphia region. He is also a Sketch card artist for Upper Deck and Topps. His love for art came from reading comic books as a kid and now Jason wants everyone to experience the joy of drawing and visual storytelling. To register for this event, visit https://ccls.libcal.com/event/12200561 or call the library at 610-344-4196. Henrietta Hankin Library supports PA Forward Civic and Social Literacy.
Henrietta Hankin Branch Library will be capping off a week of fun and activities for National Libraries Week this year with a visit from comic illustrator and drawing instructor, Jason Rodriguez. Join us on Saturday, April 12, from 11:00am-12:00pm for an introduction to the secrets of making cartoons and comics. Come one, come all to learn the importance of moving the reader from one panel to another and how drawing emotive characters tells a story.
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CCLS/CCL Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees of the Chester County Library System/Chester County Library are hosting their monthly board meeting as a hybrid offering. If you have always wanted to attend a meeting but haven’t had the time, this is your opportunity. Please click on this link at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 18 to join the Chester County Library System Board Meeting virtually; or attend in person at the Chester County Library, 450 Exton Square Parkway, Exton. The Chester County Library Board Meeting will immediately follow. Find the Chester County Library Board Packet here.
If you are a person with a disability and wish to attend this meeting and require an auxiliary aid, service, or other accommodation to observe or participate in the proceedings, please call Chester County Library’s Administration Office at 610-344-5600 or email ddadoly@ccls.org to discuss how we may best accommodate your needs.
A Women’s History Month event at Henrietta Hankin Library
Come to Henrietta Hankin Branch Library on Tuesday, March 18th from 6:30-7:30pm to meet local historian, Hallie Vaughan, and be introduced to some women from the Revolutionary War to the present who deserve their places in herstory!
Hallie worked as a teacher for over 30 years in the Muhlenberg School District, and it was during this time that she developed a keen interest in Women’s History. After retiring, she began presenting women’s history to community groups and schools and now she serves as a docent for the Berks History Center. Hallie has also taught courses at Alvernia’s Seniors College, volunteers at Berks Veterans Affairs and serves on the Berks County Daughters of the American Revolution board.
Enjoy some light refreshments and trivia questions as you celebrate Women’s History Month with our very special guest presenter. To register, click here.
Call for Local Authors: Apply Now for the Chester County Library’s Annual Local Author Showcase!
The Chester County Library is thrilled to invite local authors to apply for our Annual Local Author Showcase! This special event celebrates the vibrant literary talent in our community. Priority will be given to Chester County authors, and if space permits, we will also consider authors from across Pennsylvania.
The showcase will be held on Sunday, May 18th, from 1-4 pm, at Chester County Library located at 450 Exton Square Parkway, Exton, PA. This exciting event provides authors with a unique opportunity to engage directly with library patrons, discuss your work and publishing journey, and connect with fellow local authors. You’ll also have the chance to offer your books for sale and gain visibility within the community.
If you’re interested in participating, please complete and submit the application form before March 21, at https://bit.ly/CCLReadLocalApp2025
You will be notified of your acceptance status by March 24, 2025.
For any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our Program Coordinator at pmarquette@ccls.org. We look forward to your application and to celebrating our local literary community together!
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