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VIL Thursday knitters

Village Knitters

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Feel free to join in as our eclectic group of knitters and crocheters craft, share projects and expertise, and chat about daily life and current events.  This is a friendly an...

Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Feel free to join in as our eclectic group of knitters and crocheters craft, share projects and expertise, and chat about daily life and current events.  This is a friendly and welcoming group that meets twice a week - Tuesday afternoons and

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.

Tie-Dye logo with text "Color Our World"

LEGO® Club

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DIL Children's Room at Dillsburg
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Build a masterpiece! We supply the LEGO® bricks. You bring your imagination. Be inspired by our monthly challenge or use your own design. Show off your masterpiece in our LEGO® dis...

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

Build a masterpiece! We supply the LEGO® bricks. You bring your imagination. Be inspired by our monthly challenge or use your own design. Show off your masterpiece in our LEGO® display.

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.

Photo of an open book with flowers blooming; text includes Silent Book Club and Good Books, Good Company

Silent Book Club | Ages 13+

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

A GROUP FOR PEOPLE WHO LOVE TO READ!  Do you want to hang out with people, but not sacrifice your reading time?  Do you take a book with you to social gatherings? If you ...

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

A GROUP FOR PEOPLE WHO LOVE TO READ!  Do you want to hang out with people, but not sacrifice your reading time?  Do you take a book with you to social gatherings?

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.

Stitch and Chat

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
KRE Conference Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

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.&n...

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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.

SummerQuest Kickoff

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Arts & Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for our SummerQuest Kickoff between 10am-12pm and meet some adorable alpacas from Painted Spring Farms and make some fun crafts!

Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Arts & Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Join us for our SummerQuest Kickoff between 10am-12pm and meet some adorable alpacas from Painted Spring Farms and make some fun crafts!

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.

Phredd the One Man Band

Phredd Ukulele One Man Band

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
DOV Dover Township Community Center at Dover
Program Type:
Music & Dance, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Kick off the summer with our pal Phredd the Ukulele One Man Band - Ukulele Flailing, Harmonica Wailing, Suitcase Drumming, Kazoo Hum-Humming, Ukulele Bundle of Joy! No registr...

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

Kick off the summer with our pal Phredd the Ukulele One Man Band - Ukulele Flailing, Harmonica Wailing, Suitcase Drumming, Kazoo Hum-Humming, Ukulele Bundle of Joy! 

No registration required. All ages 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.

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.

VR Friday!

VR Fridays!

Friday, June 6, 2025 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!

Library Tales for Tails

Saturday, June 7, 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.

Tie-Dye logo with text "Color Our World"

Story Time at the Dillsburg Farmers' Market

Saturday, June 7, 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.

POP

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
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...

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.

The York Bubble Lady making bubbles

Summer Kick Off with the York Bubble Lady

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
VIL Sidewalk at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Come celebrate the beginning of summer with the Village Library and the York Bubble Lady!  Come  create your own huge bubbles;  facepainting, crafts, and other famil...

Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Sidewalk
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Come celebrate the beginning of summer with the Village Library and the York Bubble Lady!  Come  create your own huge bubbles;  facepainting, crafts, and other family fun activities will also be available.

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.

Medicare 101 poster showing four people over 65

Medicare 101

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MAR Quiet Reading Room at Martin - York
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Life Skills
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you turning 65 soon? Are you close to someone who is? This educational session is designed to provide clear information about the many (sometimes confusing) aspects of Medicare...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Life Skills
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Are you turning 65 soon? Are you close to someone who is? This educational session is designed to provide clear information about the many (sometimes confusing) aspects of Medicare.

Topics covered include:

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.

Pete the Cat Meet and Greet

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
GUT John & Joan Bare Center at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Early Learning, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Everyone
(SQ 2025) Meet Pete the Cat:

Stop by the library to meet everyone's favorite blue cat, Pete the Cat! Come meet the story book character and listen to his latest adventure.He'll be visiting several locations th...

Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT John & Joan Bare Center
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Everyone
Program Type: Early Learning, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time

Stop by the library to meet everyone's favorite blue cat, Pete the Cat! Come meet the story book character and listen to his latest adventure.

He'll be visiting several locations this summer, so put it on your calendar! 

This program is geared for preschool to elementary age kids!

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.

Builder's Club

Builder's Club!

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
KAL Board Room at Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Builder's Unite!Stop in and let your imagination run wild! Build your own designs and see how creative you can get! We have Magna-tiles, Legos, Marble Maze, Keva Planks, Linco...

Library Branch: Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Room or Offsite Location: KAL Board Room
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Games, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Builder's Unite!

Stop in and let your imagination run wild! Build your own designs and see how creative you can get! 

We have Magna-tiles, Legos, Marble Maze, Keva Planks, Lincoln Logs, 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.

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.

Typewriter Club

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
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, s...

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.

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. 

Image of toddler painting

Color Our World Story Time for Baby And Toddlers

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
VIL Friendship Room at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers
Event Details:

Come join us for our summer version of our popular Baby and Toddler Story Time! Each week, we'll be exploring a different color as we journey through simple stories, songs, fingerp...

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

Come join us for our summer version of our popular Baby and Toddler Story Time! Each week, we'll be exploring a different color as we journey through simple stories, songs, fingerplays and toddler/bably 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.

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.

Here for You logo superimposed over atrium view

Here for You: New Pennsylvania Project

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
MAR Atrium at Martin - York
Program Type:
Life Skills
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Martin Library is pleased to host a variety of local agencies at a table in our atrium for free, walk-up help. Today’s agency is:New Pennsylvania ProjectThe New Pennsylvania Projec...

Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Atrium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Life Skills
Event Details:

Martin Library is pleased to host a variety of local agencies at a table in our atrium for free, walk-up help. Today’s agency is:

Baby Story Time

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
GUT Children's Program Room at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Early Learning, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers
Event Details:

Build baby's early learning skills! Play and socialize with other families, then enjoy reading and singing with Miss Kelly. Ages birth-2.

Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Early Learning, Story Time
Event Details:

Build baby's early learning skills! Play and socialize with other families, then enjoy reading and singing with Miss Kelly. Ages birth-2.

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.

Worm Race

24th Annual Creepy, Crawly Worm Race

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MAS Children's Room at Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Games, Home & Garden, Outdoor, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Everyone
Event Details:

Bring your own garden worm or borrow one from the Bookworm Corral. Fun for all ages!

Library Branch: Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Room or Offsite Location: MAS Children's Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Everyone
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Games, Home & Garden, Outdoor, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Bring your own garden worm or borrow one from the Bookworm Corral. Fun 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.

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.

picture of a children's book character, Pete the Cat.

Meet Pete the Cat

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30pm
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Stop by the library to meet everyone's favorite blue cat, Pete the Cat! Come meet the life-size story book character and listen to his latest adventure. Join us for a story, craft ...

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Event Details:

Stop by the library to meet everyone's favorite blue cat, Pete the Cat! Come meet the life-size story book character and listen to his latest adventure. Join us for a story, craft and photo op! It's going to be a groovy 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.

Close up of hands cutting out a craft paper rocketship

Grab and Go

Monday, June 9, 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!

Here for You logo superimposed over atrium view

Here for You: Tec Centro York

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
MAR Atrium at Martin - York
Program Type:
Life Skills
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Martin Library is pleased to host a variety of local agencies at a table in our atrium for free, walk-up help. Today’s agency is:Tec Centro YorkTec Centro York (https://teccentroyo...

Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Atrium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Life Skills
Event Details:

Martin Library is pleased to host a variety of local agencies at a table in our atrium for free, walk-up help. Today’s agency is:

Open Hours for Teen Gaming

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
DIL Public Meeting Room at Dillsburg
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Thanks to the amazing folks at The Bodhana Group, we have a new collection of tabletop games here at the Dillsburg Library.  Anyone can come play whenever the library is open....

Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Public Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Thanks to the amazing folks at The Bodhana Group, we have a new collection of tabletop games here at the Dillsburg Library.  Anyone can come play whenever the library is open.