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Summer Lunch

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
MAR Family Place at Martin - York
Program Type:
Food & Culinary
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

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

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.

Youth Pokémon Club

Youth Pokémon Club

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
GUT Children's Program Room at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

This 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 build a deck (to ...

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

This club is designed for all players from beginner to expert. 

We are happy to teach anyone that is willing to learn the game.

Family-Friendly Chess Practice

Wednesday, July 9, 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.

children eating a bowl of cereal

Summer Breakfast

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MAR Children's Library at Martin - York
Program Type:
Food & Culinary
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

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

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.

Brown Bear

Brown Bear Party

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
DOV Dover Township Community Center at Dover
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Early Learning, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Inspired by the book Brown Bear Brown Bear What Do You See? by Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle, join us for a celebration of colors, animals, and more! 

Library Branch: Dover
Room or Offsite Location: DOV Dover Township Community Center
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Early Learning, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Inspired by the book Brown Bear Brown Bear What Do You See?

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.

Sierra Miller headshot

Strawberry Science with Sierra Miller

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
DIL Children's Room at Dillsburg
Program Type:
Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
School Age, 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...

Required
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Children's Room
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

easels with canvases with logos for Cultural alliance, PA council for the arts and Martin Library

Sip n' Paint for Kids

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
MAR Family Place at Martin - York
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Join Miss Hope as she teaches the children how to create their own masterpieces!  This program is for children ages 6-11. Please note, children ages 6 & 7 are welcome, but...

Required
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Family Place
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join Miss Hope as she teaches the children how to create their own masterpieces!  This program is for children ages 6-11. Please note, children ages 6 & 7 are welcome, but will require a caregiver to accompany them.

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.

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 working on a diamond art piece

Diamond Art with Able-Services

Thursday, July 10, 2025 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.

children of various ethnicities eating sandwiches and fruit at a table

Summer Lunch

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
MAR Family Place at Martin - York
Program Type:
Food & Culinary
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

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

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.

Watermelons with the words "W is for Watermelon"

Family Story Time: W Is For Watermelon!

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
VIL Friendship Room at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

What is more colorful (and delicious) than watermelon??? Come join us as we celebrate the humble watermelon in this fun evening story time designed for all members of the family. W...

Required
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

What is more colorful (and delicious) than watermelon??? Come join us as we celebrate the humble watermelon in this fun evening story time designed for all members of the family. Watermelon stories, songs and activites!

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.

children eating a bowl of cereal

Summer Breakfast

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MAR Children's Library at Martin - York
Program Type:
Food & Culinary
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

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

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.

Weekly LEGO

Weekly LEGO Challenge

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

Drop-in every Friday for our Weekly LEGO® Challenge. Use our bricks to make a creation that will be put on display for the week.All ages welcome.

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

Drop-in every Friday for our Weekly LEGO® Challenge. Use our bricks to make a creation that will be put on display for the week.All ages welcome.

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

Library Tales for Tails

Saturday, July 12, 2025 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.

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.

Library Tales for Tails

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
GUT Children's Library at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Animals & Nature
Age Group:
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Schedule an appointment to read to one of our amazing reading therapy dogs! Call and ask for the Children’s Library to schedule a 15-minute session. Therapy dogs visit the library ...

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

Schedule an appointment to read to one of our amazing reading therapy dogs! Call and ask for the Children’s Library to schedule a 15-minute session. Therapy dogs visit the library every Saturday 10am-11am. 717-632-5183 ext. 6220

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.

Miss Sue Reading outside with kids

Story Time at the Dillsburg Farmers' Market

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
DIL Offsite Location at Dillsburg
Program Type:
Early Learning, Outdoor, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Join Miss Sue once a month at the Dillsburg Farmers' Market for stories, rhymes and songs.The market is open on Saturday mornings from May to November at Dill's Tavern, 227 N Balti...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Offsite Location
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Early Learning, Outdoor, Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Sue once a month at the Dillsburg Farmers' Market for stories, rhymes and songs.

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

Library Tales for Tails

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dover
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
School Age, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Join us and our furry friends for Library Tales for Tails! This program is for elementary school age children who are reading alone and wish to practice reading aloud. Dogs provide...

Library Branch: Dover
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Join us and our furry friends for Library Tales for Tails! This program is for elementary school age children who are reading alone and wish to practice reading aloud.

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.

hands playing with LEGO® bricks

Weekend LEGO Challenge

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

Drop-in for a LEGO challenge! Use our bricks and your imagination. Creations will be put on display for the week. All ages welcome. 

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

Drop-in for a LEGO challenge! Use our bricks and your imagination. Creations will be put on display for the week. All ages welcome. 

Rainbow I Spy

Color Summer Spy

All Day
Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

Get ready to become a Summer Sleuth by finding the weekly object hidden within the bands of our "I Spy Rainbow". Find the Object, win a Squishy. Every Monday the hidden object will...

Library Branch: Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Get ready to become a Summer Sleuth by finding the weekly object hidden within the bands of our "I Spy Rainbow". Find the Object, win a Squishy. Every Monday the hidden object will change. Enjoy this colorful challenge and Good Luck!

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.

Online Lego Challenge

Online LEGO® Challenge

All Day
KRE Virtual/Online Event at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Have some legos at home and can't make it to the library? Then the Online LEGO® Challenge is for you!! Each Monday a new challenge will be posted to Kreutz Creek's Facebook and Ins...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Virtual/Online Event
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Have some legos at home and can't make it to the library? Then the Online LEGO® Challenge is for you!! Each Monday a new challenge will be posted to Kreutz Creek's Facebook and Instagram pages. 

children eating a bowl of cereal

Summer Breakfast

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MAR Children's Library at Martin - York
Program Type:
Food & Culinary
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

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

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.

Fiber art shark

Fiber Art Shark

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MAS Children's Room at Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Do you think you can "knit" a shark? Join us for shark stories and fun shark craft using yarn.

Library Branch: Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Room or Offsite Location: MAS Children's Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Story Time
Event Details:

Do you think you can "knit" a shark? Join us for shark stories and fun shark craft using yarn.

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.

LEGO® Challenge

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Red Land - Etters
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Using the library’s extensive collection of LEGO® bricks, challenge yourself and your family and friends to build the ultimate LEGO structure. For kids ages 6-12.

Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Using the library’s extensive collection of LEGO® bricks, challenge yourself and your family and friends to build the ultimate LEGO structure. 

For kids ages 6-12.

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.

Close up of hands cutting out a craft paper rocketship

Grab and Go

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Dover
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Pick up a themed kit every Monday while supplies last!

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

Pick up a themed kit every Monday while supplies last!

image of woman and little girl doing a science experiment smiling and look very excited. The logo for "science heroes" is seen above the picture.

Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
VIL Friendship Room at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
School Age
(SQ 2025) Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color:

Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure!Through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories, we get kids excited about the science that’s all aro...

Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM

Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure!

Through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories, we get kids excited about the science that’s all around us as we celebrate the scientists who color our world with art!

This program is geared for ages 6-11.

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.