News from Cheltenham Library

Read Across America Celebration

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 America/Chicago

It's that time again! Join us for a celebration of reading in honor of Dr. Seuss' birthday at the Elkins Park branch on Thursday, March 4 @ 7 pm. Our special guest will be awrd winning author/illustrator Gene Barretta. There will be a special skit prepared by the library staff, refreshments and fun, fun, fun!

Remembering Cheltenham Township - Our Local Black History

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 America/Chicago

Sunday, February 28, 2010 at 1:30 pm at Glenside
Remembering Cheltenham : Our Local Black History
Join local historian and journalist Donald Scott as he discusses his local history research. Mr. Scott is the author of 'Camp Willam Penn' and Remembering Cheltenham Township.'

Take Our Customer Survey

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 America/Chicago

Don't forget to take our online survey by clicking on the link at the top of our homepage. Community feedback helps us prioritize services, build collections and plan programming that is relevant and useful. Thanks for your input!

2010 Audie Finalists Announced

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 America/Chicago

The Audio Publishers Association recently announced the finalists for the 2010 Audie awards which recognize excellence in audiobook production. How many have you listened to?

All Branches Closed Thursday

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 America/Chicago

All branches will be closed on Thursday, February 11th. All programs scheduled for Thursday are cancelled and will be rescheduled at a future date. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Anansi & Me - Mlanjeni's Magical Theater

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 America/Chicago

All ages are invited to a live performance starring the African trickster spider Anansi on February 11 at 7 pm @ the Glenside branch. Free admission.

Glenside Closed Monday February 8th

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:00:00 America/Chicago

The Glenside branch will be closed today, Monday, February 8th due to building problems. We apologize for the inconvenience.

All Branches Closed on Saturday Feb 6th

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 America/Chicago

Due to the impending winter storm, all CTLS branches will be closed on Saturday, February 6th. At this time, no determination has been made about Sunday.

Saturday Program Cancelled & Rescheduled

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 America/Chicago

The Black History Month program, Lest We Forget, scheduled for Saturday, February 6 at the La Mott Community Center has been cancelled due to the probability of a winter storm on that day. The program has been rescheduled to Saturday, March 6 from 3 to 5 pm.

2009 Cuffie Awards for Best Children's Books

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 America/Chicago

The "Off the Cuff" awards are given by Publishers Weekly based on the recommendations of independent booksellers across the country.