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LEGO® Challenge

Monday, July 28, 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
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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 28, 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!

Wood block letters spelling out "Book Club"

Afternoon Book Club

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
RED Community Room at Red Land - Etters
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for Adult Book Club at the Red Land Library! This month's read is The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Afternoon book club meets on the fourth Monday of each month.

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Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Room or Offsite Location: RED Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
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Join us for Adult Book Club at the Red Land Library! This month's read is The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Afternoon book club meets on the fourth Monday of each month.

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.

Art that is fishy

Art that is Fishy with Penn State Master Watershed Stewards

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
VIL Friendship Room at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Come practice the ancient art of gyotaku with Penn State Master Watershed stewards.

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Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Come practice the ancient art of gyotaku with Penn State Master Watershed stewards.

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LEAP into Science: Magnet Magic

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
PAU Heritage Room at Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Grades K-5
(SQ 2025) Leap into Science: Magnet Magic:

Have you ever wondered how magnets actually work? Magnets have invisible forces that allow objects to pull together (attract) or push apart (repel). This workshop invites children ...

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

Have you ever wondered how magnets actually work? Magnets have invisible forces that allow objects to pull together (attract) or push apart (repel). This workshop invites children to have fun exploring the magic of magnetic forces! 

This program is geared for ages 6-11 (K-5th grade).

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

Monday, July 28, 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.

Open Hours for Teen Gaming

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
DIL Public Meeting Room at Dillsburg
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens

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.

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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.

Glatfelter LEGO® Club

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
GLA Board Room at Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Teens

Join us for our monthly meeting of the Glatfelter LEGO® Club.  We will build a LEGO® design as a team, then will individually build items that are inspired by our team build.

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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 monthly meeting of the Glatfelter LEGO® Club.  We will build a LEGO® design as a team, then will individually build items that are inspired by our team build.

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.

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Teen T-Shirt Machine

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
DOV Study Room at Dover
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Grades 6-8, Teens
(SQ 2025) T-Shirt Machine:

Bring a plain t-shirt, leave with a one-of-a-kind creation! Draw a design on your shirt with our crayons, then a staff member will use our heat press machine to make it perman...

This session is intended for teens (ages 12-18) only! Our all ages event will be Friday August 1. 

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Library Branch: Dover
Room or Offsite Location: DOV Study Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Bring a plain t-shirt, leave with a one-of-a-kind creation! 

Draw a design on your shirt with our crayons, then a staff member will use our heat press machine to make it permanent! 

What to Bring

Bring your own white or light-colored shirt. Make sure the t-shirt you bring is 100% cotton. We’ve also had success with pillowcases and canvas bags. 

This session is intended for teens (ages 12-18) only! Our all ages event will be Friday August 1. 

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.

Bedtime Story Time

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
GUT Children's Program Room at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Early Learning, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K-5

Put on your jammies and enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes with Miss Kelly! Everyone is welcome but best suited for ages 5 and under.

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Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K-5
Program Type: Early Learning, Story Time
Event Details:

Put on your jammies and enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes with Miss Kelly! Everyone is welcome but best suited for ages 5 and under.

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.

Glen Rock Literary Society - Arthur Hufnagel Public Library of Glen Rock - Zoom. Art is a watercolor illustration of colorful books

Glen Rock Literary Society - Zoom meeting

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
HUF Virtual/Online Event at Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

The Glen Rock Literary Society meets on Zoom the 4th Monday night of each month. Zoom links are sent out in email the day before the meeting. 

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock
Room or Offsite Location: HUF Virtual/Online Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Glen Rock Literary Society meets on Zoom the 4th Monday night of each month. Zoom links are sent out in email the day before the meeting. 

Outdoor Story Time

Outdoor Story Time

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
DOV Lehr Park at Dover
Program Type:
Early Learning, Outdoor, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool

Sing, read, and play at Outdoor Story Time Tuesdays at 9:30AM this summer! We'll meet outside at Lehr Park (right next to the library).  Please bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. 

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

Sing, read, and play at Outdoor Story Time Tuesdays at 9:30AM this summer! We'll meet outside at Lehr Park (right next to the library).  Please bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. 

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

Tuesday, July 29, 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.

Penn Township Community Park Story Time

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
GUT Offsite Location at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Early Learning, Outdoor, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age

Join Miss Kelly at Penn Township Community Park for stories, songs and fun! Enjoy time outside under the big pavilion for story time and then play at Kids Kingdom for a great family time adventure!

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

Join Miss Kelly at Penn Township Community Park for stories, songs and fun! Enjoy time outside under the big pavilion for story time and then play at Kids Kingdom for a great family time adventure!

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.

Summer Story Times

Baby Story Time

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers

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

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

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

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

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

Kindermusik (Ages Newborn-18 Months)

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers

Join our friends at Songbird Studios as they present Kindermusik for ages newborn - 18 months.  Infants can explore and react to new sounds, sensations, objects and movements. 

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Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

Join our friends at Songbird Studios as they present Kindermusik for ages newborn - 18 months.  Infants can explore and react to new sounds, sensations, objects and movements. 

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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Books & Building

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MAR Family Place at Martin - York
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool

This story time is intended for large group participation by early education programs and camps who sign up their studdents for SummerQuest. Staff are expected to participate with their students.

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

This story time is intended for large group participation by early education programs and camps who sign up their studdents for SummerQuest. Staff are expected to participate with their students.

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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Children's Movement Circus (Series 2)

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MAR Program Room at Martin - York
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Preschool

Come join Positive Energy Arts for a beginning movement summer camp. This program is open to 3 through 6-year-olds two days a week. A snack and story time are included. We ask a parent or guardian to stay in the library during our program.

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Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

Come join Positive Energy Arts for a beginning movement summer camp. This program is open to 3 through 6-year-olds two days a week. A snack and story time are included. We ask a parent or guardian to stay in the library during our program.

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.

Police officer and police dog

K9 Officers from the York County Sheriff's Office

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
DIL Lawn Area at Dillsburg
Program Type:
Outdoor, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Everyone

Meet the hard-working canine officers from the York County Sheriff’s Office.

All Ages

No Registration Required.

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

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

Meet the hard-working canine officers from the York County Sheriff’s Office.

All Ages

No Registration Required.

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

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.

Story Time at Pinchot Park

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
RED Offsite Location at Red Land - Etters
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Early Learning, Outdoor, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K-5

Join Miss Beth from Pinchot Park and Miss Carol from the library and listen to stories about nature and do some nature activities. We meet at the Sunshine Pavilion at the Conewago Day Use Area. 

For families.

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Room or Offsite Location: RED Offsite Location
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K-5
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Early Learning, Outdoor, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Beth from Pinchot Park and Miss Carol from the library and listen to stories about nature and do some nature activities. We meet at the Sunshine Pavilion at the Conewago Day Use Area. 

For families.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Summer Story Times

Preschool and Toddler Story Time

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers

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

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

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Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

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

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

graphic for the teen crime solvers program

Teen Crime Solvers

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
MAS Community Room at Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Program Type:
Games, Life Skills, 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: Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Room or Offsite Location: MAS Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games, Life Skills, Science/STEAM

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.

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Village Knitters

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
VIL Friendship Room at Village - Jacobus
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

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

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Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
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.

Crafty Tuesday

Tuesday, July 29, 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.