Wissahickon Valley Public Library

The Bicycling Craze was meaningful, especially for women.Bicycles had a major impact on society. The biggest was on the women's movement, it broke down several barriers by allowing women to leave the home and travel without a man. It allowed them to participate in education, social and political organizations. Susan B. Anthony noted;" The bicycle had done more to emancipate women than anything else in the world."

Quite often at the Historical Society of Montgomery County, solving one simple question opens a hundred new questions.Explore 3 stories that Historical Society researchers unraveled while getting "sidetracked".Presenter: Barry Rauhauser

Statues in Fairmount ParkWithin the 2,000 acres of Fairmount Park that straddle the Schuylkill River in West Philadelphia lay dozens of statues, bust, and monuments. They depict people, animals, scenarios and abstracts as imagined or designed by sculptors and artists from around the world. This seminar will take a closer look at the stories behind many of these sculptures as we take a virtual tour through sections of the part that many have seen but maybe not really noticed.

Learn how small changes can lead to significant contribution in the global effort to protect our environment.Are you eager to play your part in preserving the planet but unsure how to start? Small steps for big change program is designed with simple yet effective ways to incorporate sustainable practices into your everyday routine. Join us for an engaging presentation led by Jen Lavenberg the founder of non profit Maker Mindset.