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Beyond the Books: An Evening with Sandra Brown

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Offsite

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

York County Libraries (PA) is pleased to present thriller icon Sandra Brown to the Appell Center for our 2nd annual “Beyond the Books” event. On April 23, 2026, Sandra will take th...

Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit, Fundraiser, Party/Social Gathering, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

York County Libraries (PA) is pleased to present thriller icon Sandra Brown to the Appell Center for our 2nd annual “Beyond the Books” event.

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The Great Cookie Kerfuffle Virtual Author Visit

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Collinsville - Brogue
Program Type:
Author Visit, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5

Young readers are invited to join a special PA One Book virtual author visit with Jessica Shaw! All ages (best for kids that can attend to a virtual program for 15-20 minutes).

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Collinsville - Brogue
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Author Visit, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Young readers are invited to join a special PA One Book virtual author visit with Jessica Shaw! All ages (best for kids that can attend to a virtual program for 15-20 minutes).

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.

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.

part of the story

Part of The Story: Community

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
MAR Teens at Martin - York
Program Type:
Author Visit, Health & Wellness, Life Skills
Age Group:
Teens

Part of the Story is a book-based program for high-schoolers. that explores an important, real-life issue affecting them and their community.

Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Teens
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Author Visit, Health & Wellness, Life Skills
Event Details:

Part of the Story is a book-based program for high-schoolers. that explores an important, real-life issue affecting them and their community.

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.

author sandra brown in front of a textured background. The cover of her book "Bloodlust" is placed to her right.

Beyond the Books: An Evening with Sandra Brown

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Author Visit, Fundraiser, Party/Social Gathering, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
Adults

York County Libraries (PA) is pleased to present thriller icon Sandra Brown to the Appell Center for our 2nd annual “Beyond the Books” event.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit, Fundraiser, Party/Social Gathering, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

York County Libraries (PA) is pleased to present thriller icon Sandra Brown to the Appell Center for our 2nd annual “Beyond the Books” event.

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.

Photo Consent

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

When Goodbyes Begin - Book Cover

Author Visit - Marissa McFarland

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DOV Dover Township Community Center at Dover
Program Type:
Author Visit
Age Group:
Adults

Come spend an evening in conversation with Dover, PA native Marissa McFarland as she shares about her novel, When Goodbyes Begin—a heartfelt, multigenerational story about identity, sacrifice, and coming home.

Library Branch: Dover
Room or Offsite Location: DOV Dover Township Community Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit
Event Details:

Come spend an evening in conversation with Dover, PA native Marissa McFarland as she shares about her novel, When Goodbyes Begin—a heartfelt, multigenerational story about identity, sacrifice, and coming home.

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.

Finding Kreature's Courage

Finding Kreature's Courage

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Author Visit, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K-5

Local Authors Jessica Warns and Jennifer Patti from Leg Up Farm are excited to share their story of Kreature.  Follow the journey of Kreature, the mini mule, as he settles into life at a new farm.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Author Visit, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Local Authors Jessica Warns and Jennifer Patti from Leg Up Farm are excited to share their story of Kreature.  Follow the journey of Kreature, the mini mule, as he settles into life at a new farm.

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.

Man holding a dinosaur talking with young children in a classroom

Mr. Mike's Dino Show

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MAR Family Place at Martin - York
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Author Visit, Games, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

"Dino Chat" Mr. Mike relates lesser known facts about the ancient creatures everyone already knows and introduces fascinating beasts that rarely take center stage. It's an open-ended conversation with the audience as Mr.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Family Place
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Author Visit, Games, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

"Dino Chat" Mr. Mike relates lesser known facts about the ancient creatures everyone already knows and introduces fascinating beasts that rarely take center stage. It's an open-ended conversation with the audience as Mr.

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.

Photo Consent

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

Wood block letters spelling out "Book Club"

Afternoon Book Club & Local Author Visit

Monday, October 26, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
RED Community Room at Red Land - Etters
Program Type:
Author Visit, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for the Adult Afternoon Book Club at the Red Land Library! This month's read is Expulsion by Sherry Ostroff. We are also extremely excited to welcome the author herself as she discusses the inspiration behind her works!

Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Room or Offsite Location: RED Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit, Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for the Adult Afternoon Book Club at the Red Land Library! This month's read is Expulsion by Sherry Ostroff. We are also extremely excited to welcome the author herself as she discusses the inspiration behind her works!

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.