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It's All About Trees!

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Author Visit, Food & Culinary, Games, Home & Garden, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Everyone

This event is part of the Horn Farm's Wild & Uncommon Weekend 2025 https://hornfarmcenter.org/pawpawfest/

Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Author Visit, Food & Culinary, Games, Home & Garden, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

This event is part of the Horn Farm's Wild & Uncommon Weekend 2025 https://hornfarmcenter.org/pawpawfest/

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In Search of the Old Ones - Author Talk by Anthony Fredericks

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
KRE Community Room at Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Author Visit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

We welcome local author Anthony Fredericks who will talk about his book “In Search of the Old Ones: An Odyssey among Ancient Trees." This book is a journey across the United States to uncover the remarkable secrets of some of the world's

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Author Visit
Registration Required
Event Details:

We welcome local author Anthony Fredericks who will talk about his book “In Search of the Old Ones: An Odyssey among Ancient Trees." This book is a journey across the United States to uncover the remarkable secrets of some of the world's

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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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Mac Barnett, National Ambassador for Young People's Literature

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
GUT John & Joan Bare Center at Guthrie - Hanover
Program Type:
Author Visit
Age Group:
Everyone

Behold! National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature Mac Barnett Comes to Guthrie!

Tuesday, Sept. 23 • 6 pm in the Bare Center • FREE tickets available soon.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT John & Joan Bare Center
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Author Visit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Behold! National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature Mac Barnett Comes to Guthrie!

Tuesday, Sept. 23 • 6 pm in the Bare Center • FREE tickets available soon.

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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Jellyfish with Ms. Sherri

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Collinsville - Brogue
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Author Visit, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults

Ms. Sherri Seligson, science educator, author of Apologia's General Science Curriculum as well as children's book, Wonders of the Ocean Realm, and world traveler and speaker will visit Collinsville over Zoom for a lesson about jellyfish!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Collinsville - Brogue
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Author Visit, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ms. Sherri Seligson, science educator, author of Apologia's General Science Curriculum as well as children's book, Wonders of the Ocean Realm, and world traveler and speaker will visit Collinsville over Zoom for a lesson about jellyfish!

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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How to Write a Life: A 3-Part Writing Workshop

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
MAR Program Room at Martin - York
Program Type:
Author Visit, Life Skills
Age Group:
Adults

“How to write a Life: A Writing Workshop” is a three-part program that will teach you how to “write a life" in short form, whether that is an obituary honoring someone who has already passed, a celebratory message for someone who is still with us,

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

“How to write a Life: A Writing Workshop” is a three-part program that will teach you how to “write a life" in short form, whether that is an obituary honoring someone who has already passed, a celebratory message for someone who is still with us,

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.

GOAL Celebration

GOAL Celebration Event 2025

Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
KAL Children's Area at Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Author Visit, Party/Social Gathering, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
School Age, Grades K-5

Hi First Graders and Families!

We invite you to join our Annual GOAL Celebration! We hope that you are seeing how exciting it can be to have your very own library card! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Room or Offsite Location: KAL Children's Area
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Author Visit, Party/Social Gathering, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hi First Graders and Families!

We invite you to join our Annual GOAL Celebration! We hope that you are seeing how exciting it can be to have your very own library card! 

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.

E.C. Watts Flyer

Meet the Author: E.C. Watts

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Collinsville - Brogue
Program Type:
Author Visit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Come meet local author E.C. Watts as she introduces her brand new debut novel, The Witch of Flickerwood!

 

Book description: 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Collinsville - Brogue
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Visit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come meet local author E.C. Watts as she introduces her brand new debut novel, The Witch of Flickerwood!

 

Book description: 

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.

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Author MJ McCluskey & K9 Sgt. Prince Visit

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Collinsville - Brogue
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Author Visit, Job & Career Prep, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults

Join us for a special time of community engagement from local author MJ McCluskey and the York County Sheriff's Office with K9 Sgt. Prince! Ms.

Library Branch: Collinsville - Brogue
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Author Visit, Job & Career Prep, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Join us for a special time of community engagement from local author MJ McCluskey and the York County Sheriff's Office with K9 Sgt. Prince! Ms.

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.

2025 Brogue Community Tree Lighting Logo

2025 Brogue Community Tree Lighting

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collinsville - Brogue
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Author Visit, Early Learning, Food & Culinary, Games, Holiday, Music & Dance, Outdoor, Party/Social Gathering, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Join us for the third annual Brogue Community Tree Lighting, which will be an evening of celebration including music, food and refreshments, and special guests. 

You won't want to miss our games, crafts and activities!

Library Branch: Collinsville - Brogue
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Author Visit, Early Learning, Food & Culinary, Games, Holiday, Music & Dance, Outdoor, Party/Social Gathering, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for the third annual Brogue Community Tree Lighting, which will be an evening of celebration including music, food and refreshments, and special guests. 

You won't want to miss our games, crafts and activities!

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.

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How to Write a Life: A 3-Part Writing Workshop

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
MAR Program Room at Martin - York
Program Type:
Author Visit, Life Skills
Age Group:
Adults

“How to write a Life: A Writing Workshop” is a three-part program that will teach you how to “write a life" in short form, whether that is an obituary honoring someone who has already passed, a celebratory message for someone who is still with us,

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

“How to write a Life: A Writing Workshop” is a three-part program that will teach you how to “write a life" in short form, whether that is an obituary honoring someone who has already passed, a celebratory message for someone who is still with us,

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.

Image of a hand writing while looking at a person

How to Write a Life: A 3-Part Writing Workshop

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
MAR Program Room at Martin - York
Program Type:
Author Visit, Life Skills
Age Group:
Adults

“How to write a Life: A Writing Workshop” is a three-part program that will teach you how to “write a life" in short form, whether that is an obituary honoring someone who has already passed, a celebratory message for someone who is still with us,

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

“How to write a Life: A Writing Workshop” is a three-part program that will teach you how to “write a life" in short form, whether that is an obituary honoring someone who has already passed, a celebratory message for someone who is still with us,

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.