Event List

Featured Events

author sandra brown in front of a textured background. The cover of her book "Bloodlust" is placed to her right.

Beyond the Books: An Evening with Sandra Brown

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Offsite

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

York County Libraries (PA) is pleased to present thriller icon Sandra Brown to the Appell Center for our 2nd annual “Beyond the Books” event. On April 23, 2026, Sandra will take th...

Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit, Fundraiser, Party/Social Gathering, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

York County Libraries (PA) is pleased to present thriller icon Sandra Brown to the Appell Center for our 2nd annual “Beyond the Books” event.

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York Chess Club

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone

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!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Bookmark Club

All Day
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Drop in and make a few bookmarks to take home and/or to add to our collection!  All ages welcome, and materials are provided.

Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in and make a few bookmarks to take home and/or to add to our collection!  All ages welcome, and materials are provided.

YETI

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

Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone

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!

Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: 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!

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York Chess Club

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone

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!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

VIL Library Tales for Tales

Library Tales for Tails

Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
VIL Children's Room at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Animals & Nature
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Everyone

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

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.

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

York Chess Club

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone

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!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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

York Chess Club

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone

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!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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

York Chess Club

Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone

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!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Bookmark Club

All Day
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Drop in and make a few bookmarks to take home and/or to add to our collection!  All ages welcome, and materials are provided.

Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in and make a few bookmarks to take home and/or to add to our collection!  All ages welcome, and materials are provided.

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

York Chess Club

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone

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!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

VIL Library Tales for Tales

Library Tales for Tails

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
VIL Children's Room at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Animals & Nature
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Everyone

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

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.

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

York Chess Club

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone

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!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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

York Chess Club

Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone

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!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Martin General Staff Meeting

Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Martin - York
Program Type:
Life Skills
Age Group:
Everyone

General Staff Meeting, Food will be served.

Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Life Skills
Event Details:

General Staff Meeting, Food will be served.

Bookmark Club

All Day
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Drop in and make a few bookmarks to take home and/or to add to our collection!  All ages welcome, and materials are provided.

Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in and make a few bookmarks to take home and/or to add to our collection!  All ages welcome, and materials are provided.

YETI

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

Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone

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!

Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: 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!

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

York Chess Club

Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone

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!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

VIL Library Tales for Tales

Library Tales for Tails

Thursday, December 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
VIL Children's Room at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Animals & Nature
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Everyone

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

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.

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

York Chess Club

Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone

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!

Disclaimer(s)

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.