We are happy to serve our community as a center of learning, accessible recreation, practical tools, and nearly 500 free programs designed for children and adults to participate in throughout the year. Whether you are here to check out items from our collection, study, meet with friends, attend story time, book clubs, or movie nights, we welcome you!
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, November 1st, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
AGES: 3-5 Years
Preschool Storytime is all about having fun with engaging books, songs and activities as children build their early literacy skills.
Toddler Storytime
Wednesday, November 7th, 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
AGES: Walking to 3 Years
Early reading success begins right here. Toddlers will enjoy stories, songs, finger plays, activities, and crafts as we sing and read together with friends.
Read to Our Reptile
Wednesday, November 7th, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
AGES: 4 and older
Make an appointment for your little one to read to Dan Delion, our tortoise! Individual appointments can be made by visiting the circulation desk or calling 610-406-9431 (10 min/per child/family).
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, November 8th, 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
AGES: 3-5 Years
Preschool Storytime is all about having fun with engaging books, songs and activities as children build their early literacy skills.
Family Dance Party
Saturday, November 10th, 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
AGES: Parent or caregiver with child ages 8 & under
Bring your dancing shoes as we engage your body and mind with educational & toe-tapping songs. We warm up by singing and greeting each other. Then we’ll tap along to the beat with instruments. We’ll bring out some fun props like scarves, ribbons, or a parachute. It’s 30 minutes of nonstop fun!
Crafternoons
Saturday, November 10th, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
AGES: 4 and Older
Enjoy DIY Seasonal Crafts
Baby Lapsits Storytime
Tuesday, November 13th, 9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
AGES: Infant to age 1 (pre-walking)
Baby Lapsits is designed for meaningful one-on-one interaction between baby and caregiver. Caregivers hold their babies in their laps while the librarian leads the group in a variety of lap songs, rhymes and simple stories.
Toddler Storytime
Wednesday, November 14th, 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
AGES: Walking to 3 Years
Early reading success begins right here. Toddlers will enjoy stories, songs, finger plays, activities, and crafts as we sing and read together with friends.
STEAM Wednesday
Wednesday, November 14th, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
AGES: 3-8 Years
Come explore a new set of STEAM toys each month with your child. This program is designed for you and your child to interact with toys and explore creative problem solving and critical thinking through play. Each month the toys will change and engage any or all of the following subjects: science, technology, engineering, arts, or math.
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, November 15th, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
AGES: 3-5 Years
Preschool Storytime is all about having fun with engaging books, songs and activities as children build their early literacy skills.
Baby Lapsits Storytime
Tuesday, November 27th, 9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
AGES: Infant to age 1 (pre-walking)
Baby Lapsits is designed for meaningful one-on-one interaction between baby and caregiver. Caregivers hold their babies in their laps while the librarian leads the group in a variety of lap songs, rhymes and simple stories.
Toddler Storytime
Wednesday, November 28th, 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
AGES: Walking to 3 Years
Early reading success begins right here. Toddlers will enjoy stories, songs, finger plays, activities, and crafts as we sing and read together with friends.
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, November 29th, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
AGES: 3-5 Years
Preschool Storytime is all about having fun with engaging books, songs and activities as children build their early literacy skills.
ADULT EVENTS:
5th Annual Friends of the Exeter Community Library Bazaar
Saturday, November 3rd, 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
Find a variety of vendors, crafters, and authors at the 5th Annual Bazaar. It’s the perfect time to get holiday shopping done or treat yourself to something special – a one-stop shop for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts and lots of great raffle prizes. All proceeds benefit the Exeter Community Library.
Evening Readers Club
Wednesday, November 7th, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
A discussion of the upcoming books for 2019. Come with books in mind or come to brainstorm. We’ll decide next year’s line-up of Evening Readers Club books.
Ladies’ Night
Friday, November 9th, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
Movie night just for the ladies! Watch Debbie Ocean and her all-female crew pull of an impossible heist at the Met Gala. Vendors will be on site, so bring your wallet and treat yourself. Call to register – 610-406-9431.
Contemporary Movie Night
Tuesday, November 13th, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
We’ll be watching Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again. Five years after the events of Mamma Mia! (2008), Sophie prepares for the grand reopening of the Hotel Bella Donna as she learns more about her mother’s past.
Letter Writing Social
Monday, November 26th, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
The Lost Art of Letter Writing continues. November’s letter writing social will focus on honoring our nation’s veterans by writing heartfelt notes of appreciation. Also, since it’s the holiday season, the library also encourages program attendees to bring their holiday cards. Washi tape samplers will be provided to decorate cards and envelopes. Call to register – 610-406-9431.
Chit, Chat, Sit, & Knit
Wednesday, November 28th, 6:30 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
Bring your knitting project, sit and relax among friends. Registration recommended – 610-406-9431
Coloring Night for Adults
Wednesday, November 28th, 6:30 pm. – 8 p.m.
Exeter Community Library 4569 Prestwick Drive, Reading, PA 19606
Bring out your inner child with a night of coloring fun for adults. Ages 16 and up. Call to register – 610-406-9431
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