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Bug Scouts

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
GUT Children's Program Room at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Catch and study local insects and learn about the science of bugs with Miss Jennifer! This nine-session program will be held monthly from September 2024 - May 2025. This program is...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Catch and study local insects and learn about the science of bugs with Miss Jennifer! This nine-session program will be held monthly from September 2024 - May 2025. This program is for ages 8-12. Registration is required.

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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.

Anything-But-A Story Time with Sam

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
GLA Children's Room at Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Program Type:
Early Learning, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Join us for music, science, art, special guests, and whatever other surprises we come up with! These programs will feature books and literacy with games, activities, and lots of ot...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Room or Offsite Location: GLA Children's Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Early Learning, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us for music, science, art, special guests, and whatever other surprises we come up with! These programs will feature books and literacy with games, activities, and lots of other fun!

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.

VR Fridays!

VR Fridays!

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
GUT Teen Library at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

Come and play on our Meta Quest VR set in the Teen Library! No pre-registration is required. Just drop in anytime between 3:00 and 5:00 pm on Fridays!

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

Come and play on our Meta Quest VR set in the Teen Library! 

No pre-registration is required. 

Just drop in anytime between 3:00 and 5:00 pm on Fridays!

Science Saturday

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MAR Family Place at Martin - York
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Join us each month, September through May, to explore different science concepts through hands-on experiences.This program is a drop-in program.  No registration required. &nb...

Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Family Place
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us each month, September through May, to explore different science concepts through hands-on experiences.

This program is a drop-in program.  No registration required.  It is designed for children ages 5-12.

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.

Photo Consent

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

Anything-But-A Story Time with Sam

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
COL Children's Room at Collinsville - Brogue
Program Type:
Early Learning, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Join us for music, science, art, special guests, and whatever other surprises we come up with! These programs will feature books and literacy with games, activities, and lots of ot...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Collinsville - Brogue
Room or Offsite Location: COL Children's Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Early Learning, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for music, science, art, special guests, and whatever other surprises we come up with! These programs will feature books and literacy with games, activities, and lots of other fun!

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 hands cutting out a craft paper rocketship

Grab and Go

Monday, December 16, 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!

Teen learning how to dj

Beatway DJ Studio

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
MAR Studio 2 - Beatway Studio at Martin - York
Program Type:
Job & Career Prep, Music, Party/Social Gathering, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Are you curious about how to deejay? If so, come to Martin Library Teens,2nd floor, 159 East Market Street, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. Bring a friend. See you...

Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Studio 2 - Beatway Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Job & Career Prep, Music, Party/Social Gathering, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Are you curious about how to deejay? If so, come to Martin Library Teens,2nd floor, 159 East Market Street, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. Bring a friend. See you there!

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.

Teens and button making

Button Making

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Martin - York
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Come to Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor, Solver Space, on Tuesdays, from 4:00-5:30 pm, if you are interested in button making. 

Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Come to Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor, Solver Space, on Tuesdays, from 4:00-5:30 pm, if you are interested in button making. 

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.

PS 5 for video game play

VIdeo Game Play at Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Martin - York
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

If you like playing age-appropriate video games with friends, come to Martin Library Teens, on the 2nd floor, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:00-5:30 pm.

Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

If you like playing age-appropriate video games with friends, come to Martin Library Teens, on the 2nd floor, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:00-5:30 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.

Youth Chess Club

Youth Chess Club

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
GUT Teen Program Room at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

Youth Chess Club All skill levels are welcome! Pre-registration is not required for this program. 

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

Youth Chess Club 

All skill levels are welcome! 

Pre-registration is not required for this program. 

Digital Art

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
MAR Teens - Lounge at Martin - York
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Do you like drawing, painting, and designing using a Kamvas Digital Art Tablet? Are you interested in exploring using a digital art tablet? If your answer is yes to one or both of ...

Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Teens - Lounge
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Do you like drawing, painting, and designing using a Kamvas Digital Art Tablet? Are you interested in exploring using a digital art tablet?

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.

Teens building a tower with Keva Planks

Solver Space Hands on Challenges

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
MAR Teens - Solver Space at Martin - York
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

If you like building things with your hands, and exploring 3D printing, come to Martin Library Teens every Wednesday from 4:00-5:30 pm. Bring a friend. See you soon.

Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Teens - Solver Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

If you like building things with your hands, and exploring 3D printing, come to Martin Library Teens every Wednesday from 4:00-5:30 pm. Bring a friend. See you soon.

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.

Baby Time Story Time

Baby Time

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MAS Children's Room at Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Program Type:
Early Learning, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers
Event Details:

Baby Time Story Time. Join Miss Carol for stories, music, fingerplays, and Fun!  Siblings are always welcome!

Library Branch: Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Room or Offsite Location: MAS Children's Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Early Learning, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Event Details:

Baby Time Story Time. Join Miss Carol for stories, music, fingerplays, and Fun!  Siblings are always 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.

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.

Teen learning how to dj

Beatway DJ Studio

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
MAR Studio 2 - Beatway Studio at Martin - York
Program Type:
Job & Career Prep, Music, Party/Social Gathering, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Are you curious about how to deejay? If so, come to Martin Library Teens,2nd floor, 159 East Market Street, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. Bring a friend. See you...

Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Studio 2 - Beatway Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Job & Career Prep, Music, Party/Social Gathering, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Are you curious about how to deejay? If so, come to Martin Library Teens,2nd floor, 159 East Market Street, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. Bring a friend. See you there!

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.

PS 5 for video game play

VIdeo Game Play at Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Martin - York
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

If you like playing age-appropriate video games with friends, come to Martin Library Teens, on the 2nd floor, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:00-5:30 pm.

Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

If you like playing age-appropriate video games with friends, come to Martin Library Teens, on the 2nd floor, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:00-5:30 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.

Scratch Cat with Coding Wand

Coding Club

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DIL Children's Room at Dillsburg
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Code for fun!Remix our monthly challenge or code your own project using Scratch. Beginners and experts are welcome.  Bring your own laptop.  Scratch is a programming...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Children's Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Games, Science/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Code for fun!

Remix our monthly challenge or code your own project using Scratch. Beginners and experts are welcome.  

VR Fridays!

VR Fridays!

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
GUT Teen Library at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

Come and play on our Meta Quest VR set in the Teen Library! No pre-registration is required. Just drop in anytime between 3:00 and 5:00 pm on Fridays!

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

Come and play on our Meta Quest VR set in the Teen Library! 

No pre-registration is required. 

Just drop in anytime between 3:00 and 5:00 pm on Fridays!

Close up of hands cutting out a craft paper rocketship

Grab and Go

Monday, December 23, 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!

Closed for Christmas Eve

All Day
Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock, Collinsville - Brogue, Dillsburg, Dover, Glatfelter - Spring Grove, Guthrie - Hanover, Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion, Kreutz Creek - Hellam, Martin - York, Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown, Paul Smith - Shrewsbury, Red Land - Etters, Village - Jacobus, Online Event, Offsite

All library locations are closed in observance of the Christmas Eve holiday. Check your library's website to see their regular hours.YCL wishes you a safe and happy holiday season!

Closing
Branches:
Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock, Collinsville - Brogue, Dillsburg, Dover, Glatfelter - Spring Grove, Guthrie - Hanover, Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion, Kreutz Creek - Hellam, Martin - York, Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown, Paul Smith - Shrewsbury, Red Land - Etters, Village - Jacobus, Online Event, Offsite
Description:

All library locations are closed in observance of the Christmas Eve holiday. Check your library's website to see their regular hours.

Closed for Christmas Day

All Day
Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock, Collinsville - Brogue, Dillsburg, Dover, Glatfelter - Spring Grove, Guthrie - Hanover, Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion, Kreutz Creek - Hellam, Martin - York, Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown, Paul Smith - Shrewsbury, Red Land - Etters, Village - Jacobus, Online Event, Offsite

In observance of the holiday season, all YCL locations will be closed on 12/25. Check your library’s page for its regular operating hours.York County Libraries wishes you a very ha...

Closing
Branches:
Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock, Collinsville - Brogue, Dillsburg, Dover, Glatfelter - Spring Grove, Guthrie - Hanover, Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion, Kreutz Creek - Hellam, Martin - York, Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown, Paul Smith - Shrewsbury, Red Land - Etters, Village - Jacobus, Online Event, Offsite
Description:

In observance of the holiday season, all YCL locations will be closed on 12/25. Check your library’s page for its regular operating hours.

Animals in Winter

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Red Land - Etters
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Science/STEAM, Special Guest
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Join Miss Beth from Pinchot Park as she tells us how animals live in the winter. For families.

Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Science/STEAM, Special Guest
Event Details:

Join Miss Beth from Pinchot Park as she tells us how animals live in the winter. For families.

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.

Board Games for Kids

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
GLA Children's Room at Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Program Type:
Early Learning, Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Event Details:

Bring your favorite board game to play with others or play one of ours! We will have a variety of games for all ages!

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

Bring your favorite board game to play with others or play one of ours! We will have a variety of games for all ages!

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 hands cutting out a craft paper rocketship

Grab and Go

Monday, December 30, 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!

Glatfelter LEGO® Club

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
GLA Board Room at Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Join us for our first meeting of the Glatfelter LEGO® Club.  We will be building a LEGO® camera as a team, then will individually build something that you would see through th...

Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Room or Offsite Location: GLA Board Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for our first meeting of the Glatfelter LEGO® Club.  We will be building a LEGO® camera as a team, then will individually build something that you would see through the camera.

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.