Our Programs

Thanks to the generous support of community donors and local sponsors, all of our programs are FREE!
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After School Book Clubs

Purpose:
Our After School Book Clubs engage middle school students in reading, writing, and healthy social interactions that instill joy, foster a sense of belonging, collaboration, and exploration. 

Goals:
  • Create a space where students can explore and discuss a variety of literature while focusing on age appropriate development of socio-emotional topics and experiences
  • Engage students with books and activities that respect and acknowledge their diverse cultural backgrounds and experiences
  • Incorporate culturally relevant content and perspectives to create inclusivity and equity
  • Help develop a sense of curiosity that allows students to think independently while taking other's ideas into consideration
  • Provide space for students to express ideas with a variety of creative medium

Connecting to the Future: Books to Action

This summer we're launching an innovative program for rising 11th and 12th graders. We'll start with a book club discussing social justice issues and our community. Students will create a service learning project just for Norristown and implement it with support from college student mentors and NPT staff. We'll end by helping students turn their experience into a college essay and/or include it on their resume and cover letter. Join us for this impactful program!

Book Giveaways

Our goal is to turn our book desert into a literary oasis by getting as many books into homes as we can! We provide free books for children, teens, and adults throughout the year at community events. Come see us at these upcoming events!

Upcoming Community Events:
  • April 30 - Fair Funding Community Meeting at Norristown Public Library
  • May 3 - Norristown Earth Day Celebration at Norristown Friends Meeting House
  • May 6 -  Hoops for Hearts with the Harlem Wizards at Norristown Area High School
  • May 25 - Pool Opening Day at George Washington Carver Community Center
  • June 7 - Norristown Area Education Foundation 5k at Norristown Farm Park