J. Lewis Crozer Library

06/19/2026

Fatherhood. Stories. Connection. 💛

Join local author Khaled Ashraf for a Father’s Day weekend conversation inspired by his novel, The Shelter. Come for light breakfast, stay for a powerful dialogue on lived experience, belonging, and community.

🗓️ Saturday, June 20
🕚 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 J. Lewis Crozer Library

📚 First 10 attendees receive a free signed copy.

06/17/2026

TODAY is the day!! 🦖📚

Pull up for our Summer Reading Kickoff Block Party from 3:30–6:30 PM!

We will have dinos, music, games, water ice, soft pretzels, face painting, community resources, giveaways, and summer reading fun for all ages.

✨ KooKoo the Cartoon Magician performs from 5:30–6:30 PM.

Free and open to the public. Just stop by!

06/17/2026

We are honored to welcome Yusef Miller back to the J. Lewis Crozer Library for a special Juneteenth lecture, Juneteenth in Proper Perspective: From the Revolutionary War to the Civil War.

Through a Black lens, Mr. Miller will explore key milestones in American history from the Revolutionary War to the U.S. Civil War, offering deeper insight into the true value and perspective of Juneteenth for all Americans.

🗓️ Thursday, June 18, 2026
🕕 Begins at 6:00 PM
📍 620 Engle St., Chester

This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided.

06/15/2026

This summer is going to be DINO-MITE! 🦖

Join us for our Summer Reading Kickoff Block Party on Wednesday, June 17 from 3:30–6:30 PM.

Enjoy face painting, live music, outdoor games, giveaways, water ice, soft pretzels, community resources, and more — plus a special performance by KooKoo the Cartoon Magician from 5:30–6:30 PM.

📍 J. Lewis Crozer Library, 620 Engle St., Chester

Want to host a table or share materials at our Community Resource Station? Call us at 610-494-3454, or just stop by and join us!

This FREE event is open to all ages.

Come celebrate reading, community, and a prehistoric summer of stories and adventure! 📚🦕

06/09/2026

TODAY! Celebrate fatherhood, family, and community with us and Family Village at the 4th Annual Fatherhood StoryWalk® Celebration. 💙

Explore Dad by Christian Robinson, connect with local resources and vendors, enjoy light refreshments, and enter for a chance to take home a copy of the featured book!

📍 620 Engle St., Chester
🕓 4:00–6:00 PM

Interested in hosting a table? Contact Dr. Onaje Muid at [email protected] or 215-990-1279.

Learn more about Fatherhood Responsibility Month at delcofamilyvillage.org/fatherhoodmonth/ or

06/06/2026

TODAY! Grow something good with us. 🌱

The Partnership for the Delaware Estuary will be here this morning with up to 4 native plants per person, practical care tips, and helpful gardening resources.

🕙 See you at 10:00 AM!

Made possible by the City of Chester Grant Program.

06/05/2026

06/03/2026

Starts tomorrow! FREE monthly Criminal Record-Clearing Clinics at the library, offered by Legal Aid of Southeastern PA’s Community Engagement Unit.

🗓️ Wednesday, June 3
🕐 1:00–4:00 PM
📍 620 Engle St., Chester, PA 19013
**Clinics are by appointment only.**

🔗Register at bit.ly/CrozerForm or scan the QR code.

Can’t make it? Call Legal Aid’s Intake Helpline at 877-429-5994, Monday–Friday, 9 AM–1 PM, or apply online anytime at lasp.org/apply.

05/20/2026

Due to an HVAC issue and the extreme heat, the library will be closed Wednesday, May 20.

We will reopen during our regular hours on Thursday, May 21.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and are grateful for your patience and understanding. 💙

05/15/2026

Pull up for the 2nd Annual Beating the Odds Community Day for an afternoon of community, connection, helpful local resources, live music, gaming, food, giveaways, and more. This free event is open to all ages.

🗓 Saturday, May 16
🕐 1:00–3:30 PM
📍 620 Engle St., Chester