Charles Santore Library

Let's say goodbye to 2020!

FINALLY, WE ARE BACK! We are now offering limited services at this location several days a week. The services are as follows: holds pick up by appointment, phone reference, and book return via the drop box. This week, we will offer these services on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday - December 28, 29 and 30 - between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm. Questions? Call us at the branch during these hours. 215-686-1766. THANK YOU to all of you who contacted the library system regarding the status of this branch.

Our neighbors are making the most of the most wonderful time of the year

If you walk by the branch, you may notice the tree that has been decorated for the holidays on the corner of 7th and Carpenter. This lovely flowering crab apple was planted last month by the Tree Tenders of Bella Vista. It was planted in memory of Caleer Miller, a "Teen Leadership Assistant" who worked at this library several years ago. I want to offer sincere thanks to Caleer's parents who decorated the tree to honor their son and to bring cheer to everyone who sees it.

It's cold outside so let's dance and sing inside !

Gift Giving Option: One of our neighborhood schools - Eliza B. Kirkbride - is raising money to expand the collection of multicultural books in their library! https://foundationgive.com//celebrating-diversity-through-

You can apply for an absentee or mail-in ballot online at https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov/OnlineAbsenteeApplicat/

The health and safety of our staff and customers is our utmost priority. In the interest of limiting the impact and spread of COVID-19, all Free Library buildings are currently closed to the public. While our buildings remain closed, some libraries are offering contactless materials pickup and returns. (The Charles Santore Library is not among those libraries offering contactless materials pickup or returns.) In addition, programs are proceeding virtually and our award-winning digital resources are available 24/7. Learn more here: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/about/coronavirus

Ms. Stephanie's Baby Sign Language program is happening again on Friday morning via Zoom. Don't miss it. It's magical!

Ms. Stephanie's Baby Sign Language program is happening again on Friday morning via Zoom. Don't miss it. It's magical!

Every Wednesday at 11:30 am!

Our Library Assistant 3 Kyle recommends The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton First published in 1967, this classic novel allows the reader to peek into the life of Ponyboy Curtis. As our narrator and primary protagonist, we experience the challenges Ponyboy, his brothers Sodapop & Darry, and their group of friends (known as the Greasers) face on a daily basis in the rough & tough East Side. This close knit group of boys find themselves in an ongoing conflict... with the Socs (short for Socials), privileged boys from the West Side. This powerful book touches on themes of prejudice, socioeconomic status, and class warfare. An influential read over 50 years after original publication, this coming of age novel has proved timeless and still resonates today. Also recommended: 1983’s The Outsiders, a compelling and faithful movie adaptation directed by Francis Ford Coppola. Here are some helpful links if you are interested in placing this title on hold: https://catalog.freelibrary.org/Search/Results https://www.overdrive.com/media/986320/the-outsiders Whether experiencing this novel for the first time (or rereading after many years like myself), I hope you enjoy! It was certainly a blast from the past for this reader. From the staff of Charles Santore Library Branch, have a safe and healthy Labor Day weekend. We look forward to providing more in a series of staff picks & recommendations in the near future.

Our Library Assistant 3 Kyle recommends The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton First published in 1967, this classic novel allows the reader to peek into the life of Ponyboy Curtis. As our narrator and primary protagonist, we experience the challenges Ponyboy, his brothers Sodapop & Darry, and their group of friends (known as the Greasers) face on a daily basis in the rough & tough East Side. This close knit group of boys find themselves in an ongoing conflict... with the Socs (short for Socials), privileged boys from the West Side. This powerful book touches on themes of prejudice, socioeconomic status, and class warfare. An influential read over 50 years after original publication, this coming of age novel has proved timeless and still resonates today. Also recommended: 1983’s The Outsiders, a compelling and faithful movie adaptation directed by Francis Ford Coppola. Here are some helpful links if you are interested in placing this title on hold: https://catalog.freelibrary.org/Search/Results https://www.overdrive.com/media/986320/the-outsiders Whether experiencing this novel for the first time (or rereading after many years like myself), I hope you enjoy! It was certainly a blast from the past for this reader. From the staff of Charles Santore Library Branch, have a safe and healthy Labor Day weekend. We look forward to providing more in a series of staff picks & recommendations in the near future.

You can sign up to be a poll worker this Election Day at powerthepolls.org

Third District - Police Service Area (PSA) 1 will be held on Wednesday, September 2, 2020, at 4:00 PM on the ZOOM Video Platform. For access information to this meeting, respond to this post or email Jeanne at the library [email protected]

If you need to return books or would like to place items on hold for pickup, please follow the link for which locations have limited services throughout Philadelphia. Thank you. https://libwww.freelibrary.org/programs/limited-services/

The Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians is offering a free 8 part class on navigating Philadelphia. If you are a new Pennsylvanian, register now!

Hello all! :) Well, my time as artist " in residence " has come to an end at Charles Santore. I hope you enjoyed my posts on #SlayInspireCreate! I will no longer be posting to this facebook page. But I would like to invite you to follow me @angelpunk1 on Instagram where I post all of my artwork. Or if you follow me at my website www.mementoviverevignettes.com you will receive updates when I post next. Thank you again to the Charles Santore library for this amazing opportunity to share my inspirations and art with all of you! Thank you to all of you for joining me on this journey! Take care and Memento Vivere! - Becca Dent Hanagan Click the link for a new #SlayInspireCreate post! :) http://mementoviverevignettes.com//19/slayinspirecreate-15/

Hi everyone! I hope you enjoyed this week's posts in #SlayInspireCreate! Here are some fun activities inspired by the artists introduced this week! http://mementoviverevignettes.com//14/slayinspirecreate-14/

Is your child at the stage where why? is the main word in their vocabulary? Well they can find the answers to many of their questions in the great selection of non-fiction books on Overdrive. Either use the Libby or Overdrive app to find a wide selection of colorful, informative books about everything. Our pick is Why, Fly Guy? A Big Question and Answer Book.