PHEAA Webinar – Covering the Gap – Pieces of the Puzzle to Help Pay Your Education Bill

"Understanding education balances can be confusing. Whether you're trying to address the costs or beginning to plan for higher education, this review is for you. Join PHEAA representatives Suzanne Sparrow and Daniel Wray for a 1-hour webinar that will emphasize best practices (such as seeking grants and scholarships first), remind families about additional resources (such…
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Open Mic Night

REGISTER HERE: All writer's welcome! Join us to read your poetry, short stories, prose, and more!

Book Discussion: No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister

UMFPL’s Book Discussion Group is on Zoom! Join us! November Title: No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister Click here to add your email to our invite list! (No need to sign-up each month, we’ll keep you on our list until you tell us to take you off. Annually, we will check in to confirm you…
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Virtual Author Talk with Mona Susan Power

REGISTER HERE! We’re excited to chat with author Mona Susan Power about “A Council of Dolls”! From the mid-century metropolis of Chicago to the windswept ancestral lands of the Dakota people, to the bleak and brutal Indian boarding schools, A Council of Dolls is the story of three women, told in part through the stories…
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PHEAA Webinar – Understanding the Offer Letter & Balances

"The offer letter, or financing plans, that you receive provide an idea of the costs associated with postsecondary education—but they can be confusing, as each school formats their information differently. In this 1-hour webinar, Suzanne Sparrow and Daniel Wray of PHEAA will help you understand and navigate through the types of aid that are listed,…
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Rep. Nancy Guenst Office Services Event

Stop by the Library  between 10:30am-12:30pm for Representative Nancy Guenst's Office Services Event! The office offers: Free notary services PennDOT related issues SEPTA senior keycards Property tax/rent rebate program Unclaimed property VSO hours

Writers’ group

Calling ALL WRITERS — amateur, pro, scribbler, typist!!  YOU are invited to join the writers’ group.  We host discussions of the writing process and the craft; practice exercises and prompts to generate ideas and….most importantly we support each other’s writing through healthy, positive feedback and sharing inspirational ideas/techniques. No registration required.

True Crime Tales

*** REGISTER HERE*** Do you love true crime? Join us to read and discuss the latest true crime (and true crime adjacent) titles on Zoom! Join our group on Bookclubs.com to access meeting information, discussion boards, polls, and much more! Visit https://bookclubs.com/true-crime-tales/join/ to join (not required)!   The Overnight Guest by Heather GudenKauf

Friend’s of UMFPL Jewelry Sale

FIND GREAT VINTAGE JEWELRY including Ladies’ & Men’s Accessories at the Friends of UMFPL 12th annual Jewelry sale. Don't forget to check out 50% off holiday weekend specials in our book sale.   Donations are still welcome, and can be dropped off at the Front Desk of the library any time the library is open!

Story Time and Craft

Come the first and third Saturday of the month to enjoy an exciting story and a fun craft! Geared to ages 4-8, but all welcome, no registration required.

Pre-K Packets Available

Pre-K Packets Learning Activities for little ones Our Pre-K Take and Learn packets are available the first of every month from October through June. (while supplies last) Each packet has an educational theme and can include learning activities, outdoor activities, and crafts.

Young Artist Make and Take

Young Artists Take & Makes projects for school-age children Experience different art mediums and a great opportunity for artistic exploration! Available starting the first Monday of every month (while supplies last)

Adult Craft Kits Available

December CRAFT KIT: Chocolate Spoons PICK UP A FREE CRAFT SUPPLY KIT @ UMFPL (while supplies last) KITS AVAILABLE STARTING December 2