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Bluey Party

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Program Type:
Party/Social Gathering
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens

Join us in celebrating Bluey and her friends! We will have games, crafts, and lots of fun.  All ages welcome.

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Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Party/Social Gathering
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating Bluey and her friends! We will have games, crafts, and lots of fun.  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.

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.

Painting Party RSVP Required

Painting Party

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
DOV Dover Township Community Center at Dover
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
School Age, Grades K-5

Paint your own masterpiece with Gallery on the Go's Alyssa Shissler! 

Space is limited so registration is required! 

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Library Branch: Dover
Room or Offsite Location: DOV Dover Township Community Center
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Special Guest/Performer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paint your own masterpiece with Gallery on the Go's Alyssa Shissler! 

Space is limited so registration is 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.

Colorful dragon reading a picture book

Preschool Story Time with Miss Felicia

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool

Come enjoy stories presented by Miss Felicia and make a fun craft. This year's SummerQuest theme is Color Our World! This is for children ages 3-5 years and their caregivers. Registration Required!

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

Come enjoy stories presented by Miss Felicia and make a fun craft. This year's SummerQuest theme is Color Our World! This is for children ages 3-5 years and their caregivers. 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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Library Tales for Tails

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Red Land - Etters
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Story Time
Age Group:
Grades K-5

Join our favorite furry friends from Caring Hearts Pet Rescue and practice your reading at the same time. 

For kids ages 6-12.

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Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Story Time
Event Details:

Join our favorite furry friends from Caring Hearts Pet Rescue and practice your reading at the same time. 

For kids ages 6-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

graphic for the teen crime solvers program

Teen Crime Solvers

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Collinsville - Brogue
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
(SQ 2025) Teen Crime Solvers (Monee's Program):

Are you passionate about mysteries? Do you have the detective skills to uncover the truth? This summer, embark on an exciting adventure with Teen Crime Solvers! Delve into the evid...

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Library Branch: Collinsville - Brogue
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games, Science/STEAM
Registration Required

Are you passionate about mysteries? Do you have the detective skills to uncover the truth? This summer, embark on an exciting adventure with Teen Crime Solvers! Delve into the evidence and collaborate with others to unmask the culprit behind the crime. Join us for a thrilling experience that will test you and your friends sleuthing abilities!

This program is geared for ages 12-18.

Register Below

Registration is required for this event.

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.

Sarah's Creamery Story Time

Story Time at Sarah's Creamery

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
DOV Offsite Location at Dover
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age

Join us at 1:30PM on the 3rd Friday of the month for Story Time at Sarah's Creamery! 

All ages are welcome! No registration required! 

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

Join us at 1:30PM on the 3rd Friday of the month for Story Time at Sarah's Creamery! 

All ages are 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.

VR Friday!

VR Fridays!

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
GUT Teen Library at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Games, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Grades 6-8, Teens

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!

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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:

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, July 19, 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

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

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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.

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MineCRAFTS and More!

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Join us for offline Minecraft fun! Crafts, gem mining, a scavenger hunt and more. Suggested ages 4+

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for offline Minecraft fun! Crafts, gem mining, a scavenger hunt and more. Suggested ages 4+

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.

Photo Consent

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

Manga Book Club

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens

Manga Book Club is a program for teens (12-18) to meet and discuss their favorite manga, what they’re currently reading and get suggestions for what to read next.

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

Manga Book Club is a program for teens (12-18) to meet and discuss their favorite manga, what they’re currently reading and get suggestions for what to read next.

Rainbow I Spy

Color Summer Spy

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

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

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

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Kids Grab & Go craft

All Day
Red Land - Etters
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K-5

We'll be releasing a new Grab & Go craft every Monday through the end of July. Supplies are limited, so be sure to stop by the library early in the week to get yours!

For kids ages 6-12.

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Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

We'll be releasing a new Grab & Go craft every Monday through the end of July. Supplies are limited, so be sure to stop by the library early in the week to get yours!

For kids ages 6-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

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

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. 

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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. 

2025 Summer Teen Choice Awards Genre

Teen Choice Award Voting Begins!

All Day
Dover
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Grades 6-8, Teens

Join us for a March Madness style competition! Vote online or at the library each round to make sure your favorite wins! 

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Library Branch: Dover
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for a March Madness style competition! Vote online or at the library each round to make sure your favorite wins! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

children eating a bowl of cereal

Summer Breakfast

Monday, July 21, 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.

Our Colorful World Story Time

Our Colorful World Baby and Toddler Story Time

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
VIL Friendship Room at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Early Learning, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers

Come join us for our summer version of our popular Baby and Toddler Story Time. Each week we'll be featuring a color of the week, with lots of fingerplays, songs and stories.

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

Come join us for our summer version of our popular Baby and Toddler Story Time. Each week we'll be featuring a color of the week, with lots of fingerplays, songs and stories.

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.

Baby Story Time

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
GUT Children's Program Room at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Early Learning, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers

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

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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.

diverse children sitting on a carpet listening to a story

Summer Story Time

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
MAR Family Place at Martin - York
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool

This is a mixed ages story time for families with children up to age 5. We will sing, read stories and have some open play time.

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Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Family Place
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

This is a mixed ages story time for families with children up to age 5. We will sing, read stories and have some open play 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.

graphic for the diy paper marbling event

DIY Marbled Paper Project with Ms. Bre

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Collinsville - Brogue
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: Collinsville - Brogue
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Registration Required

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.

Register Below

Registration is required for this event.

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.

I Ain't Gonna Paint

Paint By Breathing

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MAS Children's Room at Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5

The library will be the place to share the funny book "I Ain't Gonna Paint No More" by Karen Beaumont. After we share  this messy story, we will make messy monsters. You will have to use a straw to paint your monster.

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

The library will be the place to share the funny book "I Ain't Gonna Paint No More" by Karen Beaumont. After we share  this messy story, we will make messy monsters. You will have to use a straw to paint your monster.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

LEGO® Challenge

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Red Land - Etters
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

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

For kids ages 6-12.

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

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

For kids ages 6-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Fragrances

It is our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for our community. Therefore, please avoid wearing any fragrances or scented substances to library events in order to provide a safe space for people with chemical sensitivities.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

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Grab and Go

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Dover
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5

Pick up a themed kit every Monday while supplies last!

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

Pick up a themed kit every Monday while supplies last!

Image of ice cream cone

Ice Cream Escape Room for Ages 7-12 1:00 p.m. Start Time

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
VIL Friendship Room at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

In honor of World Ice Cream Day (July 21st), welcome to the Village Library's Ice Cream Escape Room Challenge!

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

In honor of World Ice Cream Day (July 21st), welcome to the Village Library's Ice Cream Escape Room Challenge!

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.

Food

Food will be served at this event. If you have any questions or concerns about dietary or allergy restrictions, please contact the library before arriving.

Photo Consent

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

children of various ethnicities eating sandwiches and fruit at a table

Summer Lunch

Monday, July 21, 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.

Photo Consent

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