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Stitch and Chat

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:45pm
KRE Conference Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Two groups, one daytime and one evening! Both meet twice a month to chat while working on projects already begun or starting brand new ones.  Join one of the groups or both.  The more the merrier.

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Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
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Two groups, one daytime and one evening! Both meet twice a month to chat while working on projects already begun or starting brand new ones.  Join one of the groups or both.  The more the merrier.

Crafty Tuesday

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
GUT Children's Program Room at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5

Join us for Crafty Tuesday! There will be a different craft each week.

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Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for Crafty Tuesday! There will be a different craft each week.

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.

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Marbled Paper

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
PAU Heritage Room at Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K-5
(SQ 2025) DIY Marbled Paper Project: With Miss Bre:

Time to have some messy fun! Let’s explore colors in an attempt to make marbled paper! Each participant will have a finished piece to take home.This program is geared for ages 6-11...

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Room or Offsite Location: PAU Heritage Room
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts/Crafts

Time to have some messy fun! Let’s explore colors in an attempt to make marbled paper! Each participant will have a finished piece to take home.

This program is geared for ages 6-11.

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Registration is required for this event.

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.

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Summer Lunch

Tuesday, July 1, 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

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

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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.

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

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Summer Dance Camp

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
MAR Program Room at Martin - York
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens

Come join Positive Energy Arts Foundation as Jordan and Frost return for another great year of dancing. Dance Camp is open to 7- 15-year-olds. The program will run 5 weeks with a showcase for families and the community the last day of camp.

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Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Program Room
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

Come join Positive Energy Arts Foundation as Jordan and Frost return for another great year of dancing. Dance Camp is open to 7- 15-year-olds. The program will run 5 weeks with a showcase for families and the community the last day of camp.

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.

Teen drawing and painting

Painting & Drawing

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
MAR Teens at Martin - York
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

If you enjoy drawing or painting, come to Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-5:30 pm to unleash the artist in you. Bring a friend. 

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

If you enjoy drawing or painting, come to Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-5:30 pm to unleash the artist in you. Bring a friend. 

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, July 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Martin - York
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Teens

Come to Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor, Solver Space, on Tuesdays, from 4:00-5:30 pm, if you are interested in creating, designing, or exploring Button Making. 

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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 creating, designing, or exploring 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.

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.

Photo Consent

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

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VIdeo Game Play at Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Martin - York
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Teens

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.

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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.

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Family Board Game Night

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Meet up with friends at the library for board game fun! Play one of our games or bring your own. Drop-in any time between 4:00pm and 7:00pm. 

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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
Event Details:

Meet up with friends at the library for board game fun! Play one of our games or bring your own. Drop-in any time between 4:00pm and 7:00pm. 

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.

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Spoiler Alert!

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
KRE Virtual/Online Event at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens

Spoiler Alert! is a teen review group that meets online via Zoom. We discuss and reviews books, TV Shows, movies, video games and more.  The group meets every month. Please RSVP below to receive the Zoom link.

Upcoming
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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Virtual/Online Event
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spoiler Alert! is a teen review group that meets online via Zoom. We discuss and reviews books, TV Shows, movies, video games and more.  The group meets every month. Please RSVP below to receive the Zoom link.

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, July 1, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
GUT Teen Library at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Grades 6-8, Teens

All skill levels are welcome! 

Pre-registration is not required for this program. 

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

All skill levels are welcome! 

Pre-registration is not required for this program. 

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York Chess Club

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 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!

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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!

Mystery

Mystery Book Club

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

The Mystery Book Club meets the first Tuesday of every month from 6:30 pm – 8 pm.  Books are not provided. You may check out/reserve a copy of the book from any local library.

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Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Mystery Book Club meets the first Tuesday of every month from 6:30 pm – 8 pm.  Books are not provided. You may check out/reserve a copy of the book from any local library.

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Color Our World Story Time

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
VIL Friendship Room at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Come join us for our summer version of our popular story time for preschool through early elementary.

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

Come join us for our summer version of our popular story time for preschool through early elementary.

Indoor Story Time

Indoor Story Time

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
DOV Program Room at Dover
Program Type:
Early Learning, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool

Sing, read, and play at Indoor Story Time Wednesdays at 10:00AM this summer! Free play afterwards!

All ages welcome! No registration required! 

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Library Branch: Dover
Room or Offsite Location: DOV Program Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Early Learning, Story Time
Event Details:

Sing, read, and play at Indoor Story Time Wednesdays at 10:00AM this summer! Free play afterwards!

All ages welcome! No registration required! 

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.

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Summer Breakfast

Wednesday, July 2, 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

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

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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.

Library Along Lake Marburg

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
GUT Offsite Location at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Outdoor, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5

Join Miss Kelly and Miss Renae from Codorus State Park to learn about a different native animal each week, plus stories, games and a craft. Meet at the Classroom Building on Marina Road.

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Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Offsite Location
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Outdoor, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Kelly and Miss Renae from Codorus State Park to learn about a different native animal each week, plus stories, games and a craft. Meet at the Classroom Building on Marina Road.

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.

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Patriotic Crafts

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
PAU Heritage Room at Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Drop-in for crafts. Create something patriotic to celebrate July 4th. 

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Room or Offsite Location: PAU Heritage Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Drop-in for crafts. Create something patriotic to celebrate July 4th. 

DownTown, the mascot of the York Revolution baseball team, enters the baseball field surrounded by cheering fans.

Meet York Revs' Mascot "DownTown"

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
DIL Lawn Area at Dillsburg
Program Type:
Games, Outdoor, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
(SQ 2025) Meet York Revs' Mascot "DownTown":

Bring your camera for a story time and photo opportunities with our favorite baseball mascot, DownTown, of the York Revolution team!All ages are welcome!

This program meets outside if the weather is nice. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket.

The rain location for this event is inside the library, in the children's room.

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Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Lawn Area
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Games, Outdoor, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Bring your camera for a story time and photo opportunities with our favorite baseball mascot, DownTown, of the York Revolution team!

All ages are welcome!

This program meets outside if the weather is nice. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket.

The rain location for this event is inside the library, in the children's room.

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 Creations

Colorful Creations: Make a Pinwheel or Fireworks Craft

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:45am - 12:15pm
VIL Sidewalk at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Come join us each Wednesday morning as we dabble into the colorful world of arts and crafts. Throughout the summer, participants will be encouraged to work with different materials and artforms.

Upcoming
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Sidewalk
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us each Wednesday morning as we dabble into the colorful world of arts and crafts. Throughout the summer, participants will be encouraged to work with different materials and artforms.

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.

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Tween Time

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
MAR Children's Library at Martin - York
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Youth ages 9-11 are invited to come hang out with their peers to do a variety of activities such as art, science experiments, games, and more!

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Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Children's Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Games, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Youth ages 9-11 are invited to come hang out with their peers to do a variety of activities such as art, science experiments, games, and more!

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.

Knitting

Hanover's in Stitches: Knitting and Crocheting Club

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
GUT John & Joan Bare Center at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

1st & 3rd WEDNESDAY all other months

12:30PM-2:30PM

In the Bare Center

 

This group is for all skill levels:

beginners to experienced.

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Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT John & Joan Bare Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

1st & 3rd WEDNESDAY all other months

12:30PM-2:30PM

In the Bare Center

 

This group is for all skill levels:

beginners to experienced.

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.

Colorful Story Time!

Colorful Story Time!

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
KAL Children's Area at Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5

We are going to "Color Your World" one story at a time!  

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Library Branch: Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Room or Offsite Location: KAL Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

We are going to "Color Your World" one story at a time!  

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.

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Colorful STEM - Make a Kaleidascope

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
DIL Lawn Area at Dillsburg
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Outdoor, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Colorful Creations!

Build your own kaleidoscope and discover how light and color create dazzling, ever-changing patterns.

We provide the materials.  You bring the curiosity.

Ages 6 and up

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Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Lawn Area
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Outdoor, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Colorful Creations!

Build your own kaleidoscope and discover how light and color create dazzling, ever-changing patterns.

We provide the materials.  You bring the curiosity.

Ages 6 and up

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.