News & Events
Mince Pies and Welsh Cakes
When: December 11, 2023 - 3:00 pmWith Andrew Harris. A celebration of the festive season, featuring readings from classic holiday literature, including A Child’s Christmas in Wales by Dylan Thomas. Seasonal refreshments will be served.
Classic Christmas Matinee
Santa wants you to sneak away from your obligations for an afternoon to watch a classic Christmas movie! All showtimes at 1:00 p.m.
Christmas in Harrison at the Library
Saturday, December 2, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., or while supplies last.
HVL Kids: Holiday Movie Pajama Party
When: December 23, 2023 - 10:30 amCome to one, or come to both! Popcorn and hot chocolate provided.
10:30: The Happy Elf
(2005; rated TV-G; 60 minutes. Directed by John Rice; starring Harry Connick Jr., Rob Paulsen, Carol Kane, Mickey Rooney, Kevin Michael Richardson)
An animated musical telling the story of Eubie, a jubilant elf who makes it his Christmas Eve mission to save the children of the aptly named Bluesville from another disappointing, Santa-less holiday. The Harry Connick Jr. score includes the title tune, along with “Smile on Christmas Day” and “Bluesville.”
11:30: The Polar Express
(2004; rated G; 100 minutes. Directed by Robert Zemeckis; starring Tom Hanks, Nona Gaye, Peter Scolari, Leslie Zemeckis, Michael Jeter, Eddie Deezen)
An inspiring adventure based on the beloved children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
HVL Kids: ArtWednesday
Stop by with your kids any time between 2-6 on Wednesdays to make art and browse books!
Storytime
Storytime for Young Children is held in-person at the library each Thursday at 10:00. Join us to talk, sing, read, write and play–all the elements that help get kids ready to read!
Library Resources
Cloud Library
Cloud Library makes it easy to discover the content you want to read. Browse digital shelves curated by your library. Download audio and e-books from CloudLibrary.
At Home Resources
Are you looking for something to do, read, watch, or learn? Here is a great list of resources, including books and reading for kids, young adults, and adults, virtual tours, and animal livecams.
What to Read Next
Here’s what we’ve been reading. We offer short descriptions giving you an idea of the appeal factors of the book. We’re ready to offer more in-depth suggestions via email–ask away! director@harrisonvillagelibrary.org