Learn Philly movie history, Beatles-JFK link at Ridley
RIDLEY TOWNSHIP » Ridley Township Library, 100 E. MacDade Blvd., welcomes Irv Slifkin, author of the best-selling book “Filmadelphia: A Celebration of a City’s Movies,” at 6:15 p.m. Tuesday, July 11. Slifkin gives an exciting presentation that delves into Philly’s movie heritage, acting as tour guide to clips of films shot in and around Philadelphia, from the silent days to the recent past. This cinematic treasure chest offers treats from the famous to the obscure, and allows audiences to appreciate scenes from the movies as they take in the local scenery.
Irv Slifkin is a film writer and critic, who has taught a film class at Temple University. He has contributed articles on film and video to Entertainment Weekly, the Philadelphia Inquirer, and the Chicago Tribune. Under the name “Movie Irv,” he reviewed movies and videos each week for WIPAM’s “The Morning Guys” radio show. He has also discussed film related topics as a guest on National Public Radio, ABC-TV and Comcast Cable Network.
The library hosts Beatles scholar Aaron Krerowicz at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 18, for “From the Shadow of JFK: The Rise of Beatlemania in America.” His multimedia presentation links two momentous events of the 1960’s: The popularity of the Beatles and the assassination of John F. Kennedy. Many Beatles authors have cited JFK’s assassination on November 22, 1963 as a cause of the Beatles’ sudden popularity in the United States in early 1964. Their logic is Kennedy’s assassination made America sad, then the Beatles made America happy again. But this commonly accepted answer is overly simplistic. The real answer is that Kennedy’s life and death inadvertently primed the nation for the Beatles’ arrival and success. This 60-minute program explains how and why. No Beatles fan will want to miss this event.
Despite being born 15 years after the band broke up, Aaron Krerowicz is the United States of America’s only full-time professional Beatles music scholar. He won a research grant through the University of Hartford in 2011 to study the band and since has presented his findings through more than 300 presentations throughout the United States and England. He has authored six Beatles books. This free presentation is held in Garling Hall.
To register for the above programs, email reference@ridleylibrary.org, call 610-583-0593 or visit the library. Walk-ins are also welcome.
Help Aston celebrates 40 years of sevice
ASTON » Aston Public Library, 3720 Concord Road, celebrates 40 years of serving the community with a series of free events July 5-8:
• Wednesday, July 5: Infant Storytime is at 10:30 a.m., followed by an Adult Tea Party at noon with scones, tea biscuits and assorted teas (prize awarded for best hat). Mr. Malcolm Kids’ Drama Program is at 1 p.m., with weekly reading prizes awarded. The Library Birthday Party with cake and ice cream is at 2 p.m., followed by Family Craft Night at 6. Thursday, July 6th: • Thursday, July 6 is Patron Appreciation Day: Dancing Storytime is at 10:30 a.m. There is a photo opportunity with Star Wars Stormtrooper from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. John Hadfield’s Original Wholesome One-Man (and Dog) Comedy Variety Show is at 6:30. This wild, fast moving comedy show is a hit with families and kids of all ages. Award winning songs about toasters and beans mixed with circus-quality juggling and magic tricks. Reggie — “the funniest dog in the world” — plays the piano and reads an audience member’s mind. The Adult Craft Group meets at 6:30.
• The schedule Friday, July 7 is: All Day Children’s Craft Table. There is a movie screening for children at 11 a.m., and for adults at 1 p.m. (popcorn is provided).
• Come out for a picnic Saturday, July 8, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. with hot dogs, popcorn and bottled water. Kids Bingo is at 11 a.m. (snacks provided).
The library holds free Chair Yoga classes at 11 a.m. Saturdays for six weeks starting July 1. Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting in a chair or standing, using a chair for support. It is appropriate for adults of ages and fitness levels.
Space is limited; register at www.tinyurl.com/astonadultevents
The library welcomes back magician Ed Schmitt at 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 12, for amazing tricks and mind-bending magic. This free program is part of our “Build a Better World!” summer programs for the kids. There is a free program each Wednesday at 1 p.m. for kids. Children are also awarded a prize each week if they read something and record their reading on the program web site at http://tinyurl.com/AstonSRP17
Kids activities at Norwood
NORWOOD » The Summer Reading Club programs at Norwood Public Library, 513 Welcome Ave., continue with a visit from SEPTA to talk about trains and train safety at 10 a.m. Monday, July 10.
School age kids are welcomed; however the interest level of this program is children ages 4-8. On Tuesday, July 11, Preschool Connections meets at 10 a.m., featuring stories and activities, along with Play K Playscape’s theme of “All Around Town.” From 11 a.m.-2 p.m., the Playscape materials are available for play.
For information, call the library at 610-534-0693, email: nocsd@delcolibraries.org or stop by the library.
Summer reading starts at Upper Chichester
UPPER CHICHESTER » Upper Chichester Library, 3374 Chichester Ave., #19, Boothwyn, welcomes schoolchildren in grades K-5 to “build a better world” by participating in its summer reading program.
Program runs June 20-Aug. 15, and prizes are awarded for reading goals through Aug. 31. Children must register at the library to participate on a firstcome, first-served basis.
Children should read one book or read for 60 minutes and prizes are awarded for their efforts through Aug. 31. Miss Jenn hosts the programs, which are held Tuesdays at 2 p.m. The schedule is:
• June 27, Pals for Reading
• July 11, Art Class with Nils Nelson
• July 18, Magic Show
• July 25, Lego Building
• Aug. 1, The Travelling Camden Aquarium Aquatic Center
• Aug. 8, What’s the Buzz About? (Beekeeping)
• Aug. 15, Super Spectacular Party