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All Ages T-Shirt Machine

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:45pm
DOV Dover Township Community Center at Dover
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
(SQ 2025) T-Shirt Machine:

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 perman...

Event Details:

This session is intended for all ages. Our teens only session is Wednesday July 30th. 

Library Branch: Dover
Room or Offsite Location: DOV Dover Township Community Center
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

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. 

This session is intended for all ages. Our teens only session is Wednesday July 30th. 

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.

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Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

A hands-on, interactive exhibit, that lets kids and adults touch and compare outdated technology with that of today. 

Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

A hands-on, interactive exhibit, that lets kids and adults touch and compare outdated technology with that of today. 

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.

Typewriter Club

York Epic Typewriter Initiative (Y.E.T.I.)

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Calling all typewriter enthusiasts! Come join the York Epic Typewriter Initiative (Y.E.T.I.) for typewriter fun. Bring your own typewriter or use one of ours. Come type a letter, s...

Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: History & Genealogy, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Calling all typewriter enthusiasts! Come join the York Epic Typewriter Initiative (Y.E.T.I.) for typewriter fun. Bring your own typewriter or use one of ours. Come type a letter, short story or more! All ages welcome, kids and adults.

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.

Monarch Show and Tell

Monarch (Live) Show and Tell

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
VIL Friendship Room at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
School Age, Everyone
Event Details:

Do you love butterflies? Ever wondered how to grow a garden that helps them thrive?Join us for our live monarch butterfly show and tell. Learn about the life cycle, needs and impor...

Required
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: School Age, Everyone
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Special Guest/Performer
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Do you love butterflies? Ever wondered how to grow a garden that helps them thrive?

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.

Tie-Dye logo with text "Color Our World"

Digger Dog and Columbia Gas

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
DIL Lawn Area at Dillsburg
Program Type:
Outdoor, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Everyone
Event Details:

Stay Safe!Join Columbia Gas and Digger Dog as they teach about their underground facilities and what to do if you would ever smell natural gas? Do you know what that smells like? D...

Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Lawn Area
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: Outdoor, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Stay Safe!

Join Columbia Gas and Digger Dog as they teach about their underground facilities and what to do if you would ever smell natural gas? Do you know what that smells like? Do you know who to call?

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.

Stitch and Chat

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:45pm
KRE Conference Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Two groups, one daytime and one evening! Both meet twice a month to chat while working on projects already begun or starting brand new ones.  Join one of the groups or both.&n...

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Two groups, one daytime and one evening! Both meet twice a month to chat while working on projects already begun or starting brand new ones.  Join one of the groups or both.  The more the merrier.

close up of hand placing a chess piece on the game board

York Chess Club

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Kreutz Creek Library is delighted to host York Chess Club! You will play, learn tips on how to improve your game and meet like-minded people. All ages and experience welcome!

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Kreutz Creek Library is delighted to host York Chess Club! You will play, learn tips on how to improve your game and meet like-minded people. All ages and experience welcome!

image of male magician in black, white, and red

Magic with Marc Charisse

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Collinsville - Brogue
Program Type:
Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Everyone
Event Details:

Meet Magician Dr. Marc Charisse for an unforgettable magic show! He is a former professor and historian with more than 50 years studying and performing magic. No registration requi...

Library Branch: Collinsville - Brogue
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Meet Magician Dr. Marc Charisse for an unforgettable magic show! He is a former professor and historian with more than 50 years studying and performing magic. No registration required, all ages welcome!

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.

Chess Club

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Games, Party/Social Gathering
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? Wish you knew how? Join us for instruction and fun.First & Third Wednesday of every month. 6:00-8:00 pm.(Looking fo...

Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Games, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? Wish you knew how? Join us for instruction and fun.
First & Third Wednesday of every month. 6:00-8:00 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.

Stitch and Chat

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Conference Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Two groups, one daytime and one evening! Both meet twice a month to chat while working on projects already begun or starting brand new ones.  Join one of the groups or both.&n...

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Two groups, one daytime and one evening! Both meet twice a month to chat while working on projects already begun or starting brand new ones.  Join one of the groups or both.  The more the merrier.

Kreutz Creek SummerQuest Reader Celebration

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games, Music & Dance, Outdoor, Party/Social Gathering
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for our End of Summer Celebration! There will be plenty of fun...a bounce house, balloon art, make a colorful snack, a selfie station, bubbles, teen trivia, raffle baskets,...

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games, Music & Dance, Outdoor, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Join us for our End of Summer Celebration! There will be plenty of fun...a bounce house, balloon art, make a colorful snack, a selfie station, bubbles, teen trivia, raffle baskets, and so much more! 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.

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.

Tie-Dye logo with text "Color Our World"

ZooAmerica and Picnic

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
DIL Lawn Area at Dillsburg
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Outdoor, Party/Social Gathering, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Everyone
Event Details:

We're Wild About Summer!  Come for the program, stick around for free food.   Meet some animals from ZooAmerica and discover cool wildlife facts.Join us after t...

Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Lawn Area
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Outdoor, Party/Social Gathering, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

We're Wild About Summer!  

Come for the program, stick around for free food.   Meet some animals from ZooAmerica and discover cool wildlife facts.

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.

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York Chess Club

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Kreutz Creek Library is delighted to host York Chess Club! You will play, learn tips on how to improve your game and meet like-minded people. All ages and experience welcome!

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Kreutz Creek Library is delighted to host York Chess Club! You will play, learn tips on how to improve your game and meet like-minded people. All ages and experience welcome!

Family-Friendly Chess Practice

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Games, Party/Social Gathering
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

In addition to our bi-monthly chess club, you can now bring the family to practice their chess skills with Sean! Every 2nd, 4th, and 5th Wednesday night from 6-8pm.

Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Games, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

In addition to our bi-monthly chess club, you can now bring the family to practice their chess skills with Sean! Every 2nd, 4th, and 5th Wednesday night from 6-8pm.

Pink, green, white, and yellow ice cream on a plate

Ice Cream Social

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collinsville - Brogue
Program Type:
Party/Social Gathering
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Drop in for ice cream and fun to celebrate the end of SummerQuest! No registration required.All ages welcome!

Library Branch: Collinsville - Brogue
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Drop in for ice cream and fun to celebrate the end of SummerQuest! No registration required.

All ages welcome!

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.

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.

Library Tales for Tails

Library Tales for Tails

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
VIL Children's Room at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Animals & Nature
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Everyone
Event Details:

Come share a story/book or hello with our friendly, trained library dogs. Library Tales for Tails was created to invite young readers to gain confidence by reading to a very s...

Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Children's Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Everyone
Program Type: Animals & Nature
Event Details:

Come share a story/book or hello with our friendly, trained library dogs. 

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.

Dr. Marc Charisse Professor of Prestidigitation

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am
GUT Children's Program Room at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Everyone
Event Details:

Magical entertainments and custom conjurer's effects.

Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Everyone
Program Type: Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Magical entertainments and custom conjurer's effects.

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.

Stitch and Chat

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:45pm
KRE Conference Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Two groups, one daytime and one evening! Both meet twice a month to chat while working on projects already begun or starting brand new ones.  Join one of the groups or both.&n...

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Two groups, one daytime and one evening! Both meet twice a month to chat while working on projects already begun or starting brand new ones.  Join one of the groups or both.  The more the merrier.

close up of hand placing a chess piece on the game board

York Chess Club

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Kreutz Creek Library is delighted to host York Chess Club! You will play, learn tips on how to improve your game and meet like-minded people. All ages and experience welcome!

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Kreutz Creek Library is delighted to host York Chess Club! You will play, learn tips on how to improve your game and meet like-minded people. All ages and experience welcome!

Chess Club

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Games, Party/Social Gathering
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? Wish you knew how? Join us for instruction and fun.First & Third Wednesday of every month. 6:00-8:00 pm.(Looking fo...

Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Games, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? Wish you knew how? Join us for instruction and fun.
First & Third Wednesday of every month. 6:00-8:00 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.

Stitch and Chat

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Conference Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Two groups, one daytime and one evening! Both meet twice a month to chat while working on projects already begun or starting brand new ones.  Join one of the groups or both.&n...

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Two groups, one daytime and one evening! Both meet twice a month to chat while working on projects already begun or starting brand new ones.  Join one of the groups or both.  The more the merrier.

close up of hand placing a chess piece on the game board

York Chess Club Tournament

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:30pm
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The Kreutz Creek Quads will be held the fourth Saturday of each month at the Kreutz Creek Library, 66 Walnut Springs Rd., Hellam Township, PA. Each tournament is limited to 40 play...

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

The Kreutz Creek Quads will be held the fourth Saturday of each month at the Kreutz Creek Library, 66 Walnut Springs Rd., Hellam Township, PA.

Silly Joe Sings Concert - August 23 at 6:00 PM

Silly Joe Sings! - Summer Lawn Concert Series

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DIL Lawn Area at Dillsburg
Program Type:
Music & Dance, Outdoor, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Get ready for some silly fun on the library lawn! Join us for a special family concert with Silly Joe on August 23rd at 6:00 PM. Silly Joe brings a whole bag of tricks to get kids ...

Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Lawn Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music & Dance, Outdoor, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Get ready for some silly fun on the library lawn! Join us for a special family concert with Silly Joe on August 23rd at 6:00 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.

Family-Friendly Chess Practice

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Games, Party/Social Gathering
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

In addition to our bi-monthly chess club, you can now bring the family to practice their chess skills with Sean! Every 2nd, 4th, and 5th Wednesday night from 6-8pm.

Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Games, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

In addition to our bi-monthly chess club, you can now bring the family to practice their chess skills with Sean! Every 2nd, 4th, and 5th Wednesday night from 6-8pm.