Located in Northumberland, PFML has been an active participant in the community since 1926! The library has ties to Joseph Priestley, an English chemist/scientist/philosopher, and continues to run programs that offer myriad STEM learning opportunities.
PFML is proud a proud part of the Family Place Libraries Network, which builds on the knowledge that good health, early learning, parental involvement and supportive communities play a critical role in a young child’s growth and development. The overall goal of Family Place Libraries is to develop a family friendly environment by transforming libraries into community centers for literacy, early childhood development, parent education and engagement, family support, and community information.
What PFML Offers: Programming Highlights
In addition to year round community celebrations such as Countdown to Noon, Touch a Truck, and more, the PFML offers FREE Summer lunches (Monday-Friday from 11-12) for kids up to age 18!
Themed story bags, board games, toys, emergent literacy backpacks are also available with a library card. Check out their full calendar here. Below are some year-round programming highlights:
Birth Through Toddlers:
Babies Boogie and Toddlers Rock: babies birth to 24 months and their caregivers can explore books, short stories, sing songs, and socialize with others. (Mondays; 20-25 minute sessions; September-April; 10:30am)
Time for Twos: Designed for active 2 year olds (24-36 months) and their caregivers, enjoy music, movement, stories and hands-on fun! (Wednesdays; 20-30 minute sessions; September-April; 10:30am)
Very Ready to Read Storytime: Designed for 3- to 5-year olds and their caregivers, school readiness activities are offered after storytime. “Play K” will develop skills needed for the next big step. (Fridays; September-April, 10:30am)
Cruise into Kindergarten: offered for children entering Kindergarten in the fall; “practice” readiness and transition to elementary school.
School Age Children:
Lego Club: offered during summer months; grades K-6th can come and be creative with Legos- some provided and you can bring your own!
School Age Summer Reading: children who have completed kindergarten up to 5th grade can sign up for two days. Children are encouraged to have a library card to check out books. Programs are activity based on summer reading themes (Monday/Tuesday or Thursday/Friday; 1-3pm)
Kids Who Code/STEAM programs: Explore coding and use STEAM materials to have hands on experiences. (Thursdays; September- May; 6:30-7:30pm)
Nature Nuts Explorer Club: Families can come and explore the outdoors! Come dressed for the weather and bring your desire to explore the area in and around the library.
Leap into Science Workshops
Tweens & Teens Programming
Teen Reading Lounge (TRL): Explore books creating and discussing topics in teen’s lives.
Tween/Teen After School– Prenda Code Club (Ages 10-18)- bring your own device encouraged
Girls Club: A summer group for girls who have completed 4th to 8th grade. Activities include crafts, DIY projects, cooking, and movie nights!
Art Experiences
Resources For Parents
Parenting books and resources
Early childhood friendly spaces
Parent Child Workshops: a five-week program in which families have the opportunity to spend time together, make new friends, and talk one-on-one with community resource professionals.
More Libraries in our Area
If you are interested in more local libraries and/or summer reading programs, check out our Summer Reading Blog, which includes lots of information!
Also, check out our calendar, which has SO MANY events coming up at all our local libraries!