Event List

Family-Friendly Chess Practice

Wednesday, May 28, 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

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.

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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.

close up of hands working on a diamond art piece

Diamond Art with Able-Services

Thursday, May 29, 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

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!

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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.

3rd Annual Online Auction

All Day 6/1 - 6/13

Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Fundraiser

Age Group:

Adults, Everyone

Save the date for Paul Smith Library's 3rd Annual Online Auction! Last year, the auction featured 100 items donated from businesses and individuals.

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Age Group: Adults, Everyone

Program Type: Fundraiser

Event Details:

Save the date for Paul Smith Library's 3rd Annual Online Auction! Last year, the auction featured 100 items donated from businesses and individuals.

Baby Story Time

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am

Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Story Time

Age Group:

Babies/Toddlers

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more! Suggested ages 0-2 years.

Summer Story Times will take place on Tuesdays June 3-August 12 (No story times July 1).

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers

Program Type: Story Time

Event Details:

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more! Suggested ages 0-2 years.

Summer Story Times will take place on Tuesdays June 3-August 12 (No story times July 1).

Preschool and Toddler Story Time

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 11:15am - 11:45am

Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Story Time

Age Group:

Babies/Toddlers

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more! Suggested ages 2-6 years.

Summer Story Times will take place on Tuesdays June 3-August 12 (No story times July 1).

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers

Program Type: Story Time

Event Details:

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more! Suggested ages 2-6 years.

Summer Story Times will take place on Tuesdays June 3-August 12 (No story times July 1).

design your own t-shirt. graphic of a white t shirt with artistic doodles on the front of it.

Create your Own T-Shirt

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Arts/Crafts

Age Group:

Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

(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...

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

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.

Wacky Wednesday

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Arts/Crafts, Outdoor, Science/STEAM

Age Group:

Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Join us in front of the library for wacky crafts, STEAM projects and more! Each week will feature a different theme or activity. Possible themes/activities include over-sized art, water play, Christmas in July, slime, fluffy paint, and more.

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Outdoor, Science/STEAM

Event Details:

Join us in front of the library for wacky crafts, STEAM projects and more! Each week will feature a different theme or activity. Possible themes/activities include over-sized art, water play, Christmas in July, slime, fluffy paint, and more.

Chess Club

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Games, Party/Social Gathering

Age Group:

School Age, Teens, Adults, Everyone

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.

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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.

Diamond Art with Able-Services

Thursday, June 5, 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

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!

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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.

Weekly LEGO Challenge

Friday, June 6, 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

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.

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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.

POP Into Summer Party

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

PAU Children's Area at Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Party/Social Gathering

Age Group:

Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Join us for our 4th annual kick-off event! Start your summer off with a POP! Popsicles, popcorn, and popping giant bubbles! Pick up your SummerQuest materials and play a variety of yard games in front of the library.

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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: Party/Social Gathering

Event Details:

Join us for our 4th annual kick-off event! Start your summer off with a POP! Popsicles, popcorn, and popping giant bubbles! Pick up your SummerQuest materials and play a variety of yard games in front of the library.

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

Saturday, June 7, 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

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.

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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.

Baby Story Time

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am

Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Story Time

Age Group:

Babies/Toddlers

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more! Suggested ages 0-2 years.

Summer Story Times will take place on Tuesdays June 3-August 12 (No story times July 1).

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers

Program Type: Story Time

Event Details:

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more! Suggested ages 0-2 years.

Summer Story Times will take place on Tuesdays June 3-August 12 (No story times July 1).

Preschool and Toddler Story Time

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 11:15am - 11:45am

Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Story Time

Age Group:

Babies/Toddlers

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more! Suggested ages 2-6 years.

Summer Story Times will take place on Tuesdays June 3-August 12 (No story times July 1).

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers

Program Type: Story Time

Event Details:

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more! Suggested ages 2-6 years.

Summer Story Times will take place on Tuesdays June 3-August 12 (No story times July 1).

Wacky Wednesday

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Arts/Crafts, Outdoor, Science/STEAM

Age Group:

Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Join us in front of the library for wacky crafts, STEAM projects and more! Each week will feature a different theme or activity. Possible themes/activities include over-sized art, water play, Christmas in July, slime, fluffy paint, and more.

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Outdoor, Science/STEAM

Event Details:

Join us in front of the library for wacky crafts, STEAM projects and more! Each week will feature a different theme or activity. Possible themes/activities include over-sized art, water play, Christmas in July, slime, fluffy paint, and more.

Family-Friendly Chess Practice

Wednesday, June 11, 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

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.

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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.

Wine & Crime after Dark

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Food & Culinary, Party/Social Gathering

Age Group:

Adults

Bring some drinks and snacks to the Paul Smith Library and let’s talk true crime! Listen to the podcast ahead of time, then come discuss it with us. Find the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Food & Culinary, Party/Social Gathering

Event Details:

Bring some drinks and snacks to the Paul Smith Library and let’s talk true crime! Listen to the podcast ahead of time, then come discuss it with us. Find the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

Diamond Art with Able-Services

Thursday, June 12, 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

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!

View Details

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.

Weekly LEGO Challenge

Friday, June 13, 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

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.

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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.

Pete the Cat Party

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Arts/Crafts, Early Learning, Party/Social Gathering, Special Guest/Performer

Age Group:

Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age

Join us for a groovy celebration! The party will kick-off at 11:00 am with a reading of a Pete the Cat book. Following the story, meet Pete the Cat, enjoy a snack, make a craft and more!

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age

Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Early Learning, Party/Social Gathering, Special Guest/Performer

Event Details:

Join us for a groovy celebration! The party will kick-off at 11:00 am with a reading of a Pete the Cat book. Following the story, meet Pete the Cat, enjoy a snack, make a craft and more!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Baby Story Time

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am

Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Story Time

Age Group:

Babies/Toddlers

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more! Suggested ages 0-2 years.

Summer Story Times will take place on Tuesdays June 3-August 12 (No story times July 1).

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers

Program Type: Story Time

Event Details:

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more! Suggested ages 0-2 years.

Summer Story Times will take place on Tuesdays June 3-August 12 (No story times July 1).

Preschool and Toddler Story Time

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 11:15am - 11:45am

Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Story Time

Age Group:

Babies/Toddlers

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more! Suggested ages 2-6 years.

Summer Story Times will take place on Tuesdays June 3-August 12 (No story times July 1).

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers

Program Type: Story Time

Event Details:

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more! Suggested ages 2-6 years.

Summer Story Times will take place on Tuesdays June 3-August 12 (No story times July 1).

Wacky Wednesday

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Arts/Crafts, Outdoor, Science/STEAM

Age Group:

Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Join us in front of the library for wacky crafts, STEAM projects and more! Each week will feature a different theme or activity. Possible themes/activities include over-sized art, water play, Christmas in July, slime, fluffy paint, and more.

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Outdoor, Science/STEAM

Event Details:

Join us in front of the library for wacky crafts, STEAM projects and more! Each week will feature a different theme or activity. Possible themes/activities include over-sized art, water play, Christmas in July, slime, fluffy paint, and more.

Introduction to UV Resin for Teens

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

PAU Heritage Room at Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Program Type:

Arts/Crafts

Age Group:

Grades 6-8, Teens

Learn the basics about UV Resin. Make a key chain, fidget spinner or other small resins item to take home. Please wear old clothes. We will be using alcohol inks and resin, both which can stain/damage clothing. Ages 11-18.

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury

Room or Offsite Location: PAU Heritage Room

Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens

Program Type: Arts/Crafts

Event Details:

Learn the basics about UV Resin. Make a key chain, fidget spinner or other small resins item to take home. Please wear old clothes. We will be using alcohol inks and resin, both which can stain/damage clothing. Ages 11-18.

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