Events will include the Opening Ceremony and Ribbon Cutting at 1 p.m. At 1:30, there will be crafts (“Make Your Own Penn Wynne Library Bookmark”), a photo booth, and tours given by Library Board members. There will also be Story Time at 2 p.m. and again at 3 p.m., with special appearances by the Penn Wynne Elementary Penguin.

The Penn Wynne Library is located at 130 Overbrook Parkway, Wynnewood, PA 19096. Along with the Ardmore Library, it closed in January 2015. They were the third and fourth of the Lower Merion Library System’s six branches to undergo expansions and renovations as part of a major, multiyear capital project. Ludington Library in Bryn Mawr re-opened in 2012 after expansion and upgrades, and the Bala Cynwyd Library did so in 2013. (The Gladwyne Library is currently closed for remodeling and plans are underway to modernize the Belmont Hills Library.)

The Penn Wynne Library was renovated from top to bottom at a cost of $3.1 million, and features a large multi-purpose room that is handicapped accessible. The room will be natural gathering space for community meetings, library events, book clubs, and more.

The expansion allows for more tables and chairs, more public computer workstations, larger restrooms with diaper changing stations, new programming space for children, better book and DVD return space that will be open all day, dedicated handicapped parking in front of the library, hands-free technology, and an electric-eye front door. It also features a new young adult seating area, a new entrance with skylights, lots of natural light throughout the building, glass-fronted seating all around the perimeter of the library, improved shelving and display space, a new roof, fresh paint and carpet throughout, and a better work space for staff.

Normal hours of operation for the Penn Wynne Library are: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
For more information, please call (610) 642-7844

Men’s Club Minyannaires – Jeopardy Rashi Style
We will examine the commentary of Rashi on the Torah to deepen our appreciation of the issues. Rashi saw in the text, and to understand how his commentary maintains relevance through today. Har Zion Temple, 1500 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley, PA 19072. For more information, 610-667-5000.

◆ Wednesday, March 2, 7:00 pm
Jewish Principles in the Workplace – The Torah is Your Guide to Ethical Business Practice. This evening will be informative and entertaining as we explore the obligations and responsibilities of running a successful ethical business! Along with Rabbi Bickart, a leading Talmudic authority on Jewish Business Ethics, our panel will include Har Zion members who are business leaders locally, nationally and internationally. No charge. RSVP to Marcy at mgubernick@harziontemple.org. Har Zion Temple, 1500 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley, PA 19072. For more information, 610-667-5000.

◆ Sunday, March 6, 10:00 am
Market Mania. The premier indoor vendor market! Free admission. Great gift ideas for all ages. All proceeds benefit the Madregot (Special Needs) Program of the Jane Fishman Grinberg Religious School of Har Zion Temple. Har Zion Temple, 1500 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley, PA 19072. For more information, 610-667-5000.

◆ Sunday, March 6, 10:30 am
Screening of the Film “Paper Clips.” It began as a lesson about prejudice…What happened next was a MIRACLE. Free admission. See the movie “Paper Clips” and meet Sandra Roberts and some of her students. Har Zion Temple, 1500 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley, PA 19072. For more information, 610-667-5000.

◆ Sunday, March 6, 1:00 pm
Chopped. Watch Har Zion Temple staff and families compete to become “Chopped” Champions! Local restaurant owner will judge the competition. Our chefs will transform the ordinary to the extraordinary. Free admission. Har Zion Temple, 1500 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley, PA 19072. For more information, 610-667-5000.

◆ Wednesday, March 16, 11:30 am
HAZAAC Luncheon and Program. Har Zion Active Adults Club presents Ricki Goodstein of Goodstein Law Associates for Lunch and an Educational Elder Law and Estate Planning Seminar about the steps to protect your assets while providing for your loved ones. Lunch – 11:30 am Program – 1:00 pm. Lunch and Program are free for paid HAZAAC members; $15/person for non-members. Please call Marcy Gubernick, 610-667-5000 by Monday, March 14 to make reservations. Har Zion Temple, 1500 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley, PA 19072. For more information, 610-667-5000.

◆ Sunday, March 20, 9:00 am
Cook for a Friend. Join others who cook and package meals that are delivered to the needy in our community. Har Zion Temple, 1500 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley, PA 19072. For more information, 610-667-5000.