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Diamond Art with Able-Services

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Age Group:
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
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!

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.

Young boy and girl reading a book to a golden retriever dog who watches them read

Library Tales for Tails

Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
GLA Children's Room at Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

Read to a certified therapy dog! Pick your reading buddy when you arrive.  All ages welcome! Drop in!

Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Room or Offsite Location: GLA Children's Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

Read to a certified therapy dog! Pick your reading buddy when you arrive.  All ages welcome! 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.

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.

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

Group Chess Instruction with Corey

Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
GUT Teen Program Room at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

All skill levels are welcome! Drop in anytime on Saturday between 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for group chess instruction with Corey. You can call 717-632-5183 ext. 6215 or st...

Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Teen Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Games, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

All skill levels are welcome! 

Drop in anytime on Saturday between 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for group chess instruction with Corey. 

You can call 717-632-5183 ext. 6215 or stop by the Teen Library for details. 

Lego Challenge

LEGO Challenge

Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
PAU Children's Area at Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Complete the monthly building challenge or build your own creation with our epic Supply of LEGO Bricks. All creations will be put on display at the library for the month. 

Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Room or Offsite Location: PAU Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Complete the monthly building challenge or build your own creation with our epic Supply of LEGO Bricks. All creations will be put on display at the library for the month.


 

pumpkin contest

Pumpkin Decorating Contest

All Day 10/14 - 10/18
Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Program Type:
Holiday
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Stop by the Glatfelter Memorial Library between October 14-18 to pick up a pumpkin. Decorate the outside of your pumpkin at home and  bring it back to the library by October 2...

Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Holiday
Event Details:

Stop by the Glatfelter Memorial Library between October 14-18 to pick up a pumpkin. Decorate the outside of your pumpkin at home and  bring it back to the library by October 25th.

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.

colorful craft supplies on a yellow background, overlaid with a circle that says grab n go crafts

Grab n Go Activities

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
MAR Children's Library at Martin - York
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Stop by the children's libary to pick up a craft/activity bag to take home.*While supplies last

Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Children's Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the children's libary to pick up a craft/activity bag to take home.

*While supplies last

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.

Close up of hands cutting out a craft paper rocketship

Grab and Go

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Dover
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Pick up a themed kit every Monday while supplies last!

Library Branch: Dover
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Pick up a themed kit every Monday while supplies last!

hands playing with LEGO® bricks

LEGO Club

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dover
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Grades K-5
Event Details:

Join Miss Jenny to create a themed LEGO build each month. Give your build a name and write a brief story to go along with it for display in our library!

Library Branch: Dover
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Join Miss Jenny to create a themed LEGO build each month. Give your build a name and write a brief story to go along with it for display in our library!

Knitting

Hanover's in Stitches: Knitting and Crocheting Club

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
GUT John & Joan Bare Center at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Age Group:
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

1st & 3rd WEDNESDAYOF EVERY MONTH12:30PM-2:30PMIn the Bare Center This group is for all skill levels:beginners to experienced.Lead members will be able to teach anyone loo...

Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT John & Joan Bare Center
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

1st & 3rd WEDNESDAY

OF EVERY MONTH

12:30PM-2:30PM

In the Bare Center

 

This group is for all skill levels:

beginners to experienced.

Youth Pokémon Club

Youth Pokémon Club

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
GUT Children's Program Room at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

Youth Pokémon ClubThis club is designed for all players from beginner to expert. We are happy to teach anyone that is willing to learn the game.You may bring your own cards or buil...

Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Youth Pokémon Club

This club is designed for all players from beginner to expert. We are happy to teach anyone that is willing to learn the game.

Chess Club

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 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:

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 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:

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 from 6-8pm.

close up of hands working on a diamond art piece

Diamond Art with Able-Services

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Age Group:
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
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!

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.

Kreutz Creek Builder's Club

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Grades K-5
Event Details:

Join us the third Thursday of each month at 4:30pm or the third Saturday at 10:30am for Builder’s Club! Same theme but two opportunities to attend! We will have LEGO® bricks, Keva ...

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us the third Thursday of each month at 4:30pm or the third Saturday at 10:30am for Builder’s Club! Same theme but two opportunities to attend!

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

Group Chess Instruction with Corey

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
GUT Teen Program Room at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

All skill levels are welcome! Drop in anytime on Saturday between 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for group chess instruction with Corey. You can call 717-632-5183 ext. 6215 or st...

Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Teen Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Games, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

All skill levels are welcome! 

Drop in anytime on Saturday between 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for group chess instruction with Corey. 

You can call 717-632-5183 ext. 6215 or stop by the Teen Library for details. 

Kreutz Creek Builder's Club

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Grades K-5
Event Details:

Join us the third Thursday of each month at 4:30pm or the third Saturday at 10:30am for Builder’s Club! Same theme but two opportunities to attend! We will have LEGO® bricks, Keva ...

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us the third Thursday of each month at 4:30pm or the third Saturday at 10:30am for Builder’s Club! Same theme but two opportunities to attend!

Leap!

Leap Into Science!

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MAR Family Place at Martin - York
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Are you a kid interested in science? Do like to test experiments? Then Leap into Science is for you! Join us the third Saturday of the month at Martin Library for our Leap Into Sci...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Family Place
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Are you a kid interested in science? Do like to test experiments? Then Leap into Science is for you! Join us the third Saturday of the month at Martin Library for our Leap Into Science Program!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

colorful craft supplies on a yellow background, overlaid with a circle that says grab n go crafts

Grab n Go Activities

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
MAR Children's Library at Martin - York
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Stop by the children's libary to pick up a craft/activity bag to take home.*While supplies last

Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Children's Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the children's libary to pick up a craft/activity bag to take home.

*While supplies last

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.

Close up of hands cutting out a craft paper rocketship

Grab and Go

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Dover
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Pick up a themed kit every Monday while supplies last!

Library Branch: Dover
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Pick up a themed kit every Monday while supplies last!

Youth Pokémon Club

Youth Pokémon Club

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
GUT Children's Program Room at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

Youth Pokémon ClubThis club is designed for all players from beginner to expert. We are happy to teach anyone that is willing to learn the game.You may bring your own cards or buil...

Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Youth Pokémon Club

This club is designed for all players from beginner to expert. We are happy to teach anyone that is willing to learn the game.

Chess Practice

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 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 practice your 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 practice your chess skills with Sean! Every 2nd, 4th, and 5th Wednesday night from 6-8pm.

close up of hands working on a diamond art piece

Diamond Art with Able-Services

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Age Group:
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
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!

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.

Photo of Sierra Miller with graphics of strawberries and DNA

Strawberry Science with Sierra Miller

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DIL Children's Room at Dillsburg
Program Type:
Science/STEAM, Special Guest
Age Group:
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Meet scientist, Sierra Miller, learn about her work as a bioinformaticist, and do a hands-on strawberry DNA isolation procedure.What's a bioinformaticist?Sierra will talk about her...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Children's Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Science/STEAM, Special Guest
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Meet scientist, Sierra Miller, learn about her work as a bioinformaticist, and do a hands-on strawberry DNA isolation procedure.

What's a bioinformaticist?

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.

pumpkin contest

Pumpkin Decorating Voting

All Day 10/26 - 10/31
Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Program Type:
Holiday
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Stop by Glatfelter Memorial Library between October 26th and 31st to vote for your favorite member decorated pumpkins. Your vote counts! Winners will receive gift cards.

Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Holiday
Event Details:

Stop by Glatfelter Memorial Library between October 26th and 31st to vote for your favorite member decorated pumpkins. Your vote counts! Winners will receive gift cards.

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.

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

Group Chess Instruction with Corey

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
GUT Teen Program Room at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

All skill levels are welcome! Drop in anytime on Saturday between 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for group chess instruction with Corey. You can call 717-632-5183 ext. 6215 or st...

Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Teen Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Games, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

All skill levels are welcome! 

Drop in anytime on Saturday between 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for group chess instruction with Corey. 

You can call 717-632-5183 ext. 6215 or stop by the Teen Library for details.