Summer Breakfast

10:00am - 10:30am
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Children's Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Food & Culinary
Event Details:

Youth 18 and under are invited to come and have breakfast at the library.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food

Food will be served at this event. If you have any questions or concerns about dietary or allergy restrictions, please contact the library before arriving.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media.

Play K

10:15am - 11:00am
Preschool
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Early Learning, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Event Details:

Play K is for children attending Kindergarten in the fall of 2025. This 7 week program will provide your child with a wide range of early learning experiences and will help your child start school ready to read and learn in all subject areas.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Baby Time Story Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies/Toddlers
Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Library Branch: Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Room or Offsite Location: MAS Children's Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Early Learning, Music & Dance, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Event Details:

Baby Time Story Time is held every Thursday at 10:30 AM. Join Miss Carol for stories, music, fingerplays and Fun! Siblings are always welcome! Any cancellations will be posted on the YCL Event Calendar, our website, and on our Facebook page.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

DIY Marbled Paper Project with Miss Bre

10:30am - 11:30am
School Age
Martin - York
Required
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Family Place
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Science/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 17

Time to have some messy fun! Let’s explore colors in an attempt to make marbled paper! Each participant will have a finished piece to take home.

This program is geared for ages 6-11.

Register Below

Registration is required for this event.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media.

Dover Dragons

10:30am - 11:30am
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Dover
Library Branch: Dover
Room or Offsite Location: DOV Dover Township Community Center
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Join our friends from Dover Dragons Tae Kwon Do for a fun fitness class! 

No registration required! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

Mark DeRose Music & Art

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool, Grades K-5
Red Land - Etters
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Early Learning, Music & Dance, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time

Join solo artist Mark DeRose for a music show with a positive and “feel good” vibe! Mark’s show combines his love for the visual arts with his love for songwriting. Mark’s songs, art work, and the show’s activities all compliment one another in an effort to communicate his message that encourages his young listeners to embrace and enjoy life to it’s fullest, be creative individuals, and most importantly, confidently be themselves!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Village Readers

11:00am - 12:15pm
Adults
Village - Jacobus
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Choosing a wide variety of books, the Village Readers foster a social environment where all feel comfortable participating in serious discussions, sharing from the wealth of their life experiences.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Here for You: The Program

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Atrium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Life Skills
Event Details:

Martin Library is pleased to host a variety of local agencies at a table in our atrium for free, walk-up help. Today’s agency is:

Sand Art for Teens and Tweens

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Grades 6-8, Teens
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in to make your very own sand art to take home! All materials will be provided. 

This program is for tweens and teens aged 9-18. 

Diamond Art with Able-Services

1:00pm - 2:30pm
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Bring your diamond art project every Thursday at 1pm! This new group is open to all ages and skill levels. Enjoy a space with fellow creatives and diamond art enthusiasts!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Board Game Café

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Grades 6-8, Teens
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Stop by the library for a relaxing afternoon of board games and light refreshments. Choose from an assortment of classic and new board games and play them with your friends or family. This is a FREE drop in program for ages 12 -17.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

Food

Food will be served at this event. If you have any questions or concerns about dietary or allergy restrictions, please contact the library before arriving.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media.

Colorful STEM - Build a Birdfeeder

2:00pm - 3:00pm
School Age
Dillsburg
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Lawn Area
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Outdoor, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Chirp, chirp, coo!

Use the materials we provide to design and build a colorful birdhouse to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Improv for Teens With Chris Myers

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Village - Jacobus
Required
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games, Special Guest/Performer
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

If you’ve ever wanted to give improv comedy a shot, here’s your chance! Taught by the Appell Center's improv wiz Chris Myers, this 1-hour session gives you the opportunity to dive into classic and new wave improv games. Regardless of experience, expect to learn something new! 

Christina Myers has trained, worked, and performed from coast to coast with Improvisational Theatre legends including Gary Austin, Paul Sills, Del Close, Michael Gellman, Jeffrey Sweet, David Shepherd and many more! 

This program is geared for ages 12-18.

Pre-registration is required. Please register by June 25th 10 p.m.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Teen Program!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grades 6-8, Teens
Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Library Branch: Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Room or Offsite Location: KAL Board Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts

"One person's trash is another person's treasure." Use recycled materials to create something practical or an eco-friendly piece of art. With a bit of imagination, items destined for the landfill can get a new life.

This program is geared for ages 12-18.

What to Bring

Look around your house and see what can be repurposed. Items can include clean colorful lids, paper, magazines, fabric, "steampunk" gears and gadgets, egg cartons, bubble wrap, packing peanuts, shopping bags, paper towel rolls, and so much more! Your library will have supplies, too.

Register Below

Registration is required for this event.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Food

Food will be served at this event. If you have any questions or concerns about dietary or allergy restrictions, please contact the library before arriving.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media.

Summer Lunch

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Family Place
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Food & Culinary
Event Details:

Youth ages 18 and under are invited to join us at the library for lunch.

Disclaimer(s)

Food

Food will be served at this event. If you have any questions or concerns about dietary or allergy restrictions, please contact the library before arriving.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media.

Drawing For All

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Tweens, Teens, & Adults may join local Artist Robert Oughton for an opportunity to develop their drawing skills and learn how to work with a variety of techniques. Bring something to draw on and something to draw with. Ages 10 & up.

Button Art for Teens

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Room or Offsite Location: GLA Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Stop in and create an unique piece of art using buttons.  We will have templates get you started so that you create a button art masterpiece that you can take home.  This event is for ages 10-18.  

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

Library Tales for Tails with Duke

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Everyone
Collinsville - Brogue
Open
Required
Library Branch: Collinsville - Brogue
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Special Guest/Performer
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us at the library to read to Duke, a certified therapy dog who loves to hear stories!  Bring your favorites along or get some new books at the library!

Sign up for 15-minute sessions. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media.

Painting & Drawing

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Teens
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

If you enjoy drawing or painting, come to Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-5:30 pm to unleash the artist in you. Bring a friend. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media.

Creative Art Workshops with Nicole Osborne (local artists)

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Grades 6-8, Teens
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

The Cultural Alliance and the PA Council of the Arts has combined with Martin Library to support local and emerging artists by offering Creative Art Workshops for school aged teens (12-18 years old) on the second floor in Teens at Martin Library,

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media.

VIdeo Game Play at Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

If you like playing age-appropriate video games with friends, come to Martin Library Teens, on the 2nd floor, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:00-5:30 pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media.

Colorful Creations: Create Your Own T-shirt

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Everyone
Village - Jacobus
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Children's Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts

Bring a plain t-shirt, leave with a one-of-a-kind creation! 

Draw a design on your shirt with our crayons, then a staff member will use our heat press machine to make it permanent! 

What to Bring

Bring your own white or light-colored shirt. Make sure the t-shirt you bring is 100% cotton. We’ve also had success with pillowcases and canvas bags. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media.

Village Knitters

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Village - Jacobus
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Feel free to join in as our eclectic group of knitters and crocheters craft, share projects and expertise, and chat about daily life and current events.  This is a friendly and welcoming group that meets twice a week - Tuesday afternoons and

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Rowdy Readers

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Village - Jacobus
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for a light and lively discussion of the book and life.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

June Book Discussion

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The June title is Great Circle by Maggie Shipstead. Place a hold request or download a copy. No need to register. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.