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Wacky Wednesday

10:00am - 12:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Outdoor, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us in front of the library for wacky crafts, STEAM projects and more! Each week will feature a different theme or activity. Possible themes/activities include over-sized art, water play, Christmas in July, slime, fluffy paint, and more.

Summer Lunch

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Martin - York
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.

Youth Pokémon Club

4:00pm - 6:00pm
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

This club is designed for all players from beginner to expert. 

We are happy to teach anyone that is willing to learn the game.

Teen Paint Night

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grades 6-8, Teens
Dover
Registration
Library Branch: Dover
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Special Guest/Performer
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of creativity and create 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.

Family-Friendly Chess Practice

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Games, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

In addition to our bi-monthly chess club, you can now bring the family to practice their chess skills with Sean! Every 2nd, 4th, and 5th Wednesday night from 6-8pm.

Summer Breakfast

10:00am - 10:30am
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Martin - York
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.

Dover Dragons

10:30am - 11:30am
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Dover
Library Branch: Dover
Room or Offsite Location: DOV Dover Township Community Center
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Join our friends from Dover Dragons Tae Kwon Do for a fun fitness class! 

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.

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.

Sand Art for Teens and Tweens

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Grades 6-8, Teens
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in to make your very own sand art to take home! All materials will be provided. 

This program is for tweens and teens aged 9-18. 

Diamond Art with Able-Services

1:00pm - 2:30pm
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Bring your diamond art project every Thursday at 1pm! This new group is open to all ages and skill levels. Enjoy a space with fellow creatives and diamond art enthusiasts!

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.

Board Game Café

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Grades 6-8, Teens
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Stop by the library for a relaxing afternoon of board games and light refreshments. Choose from an assortment of classic and new board games and play them with your friends or family. This is a FREE drop in program for ages 12 -17.

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.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Teen Program!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grades 6-8, Teens
Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Library Branch: Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Room or Offsite Location: KAL Board Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts

"One person's trash is another person's treasure." Use recycled materials to create something practical or an eco-friendly piece of art. With a bit of imagination, items destined for the landfill can get a new life.

This program is geared for ages 12-18.

What to Bring

Look around your house and see what can be repurposed. Items can include clean colorful lids, paper, magazines, fabric, "steampunk" gears and gadgets, egg cartons, bubble wrap, packing peanuts, shopping bags, paper towel rolls, and so much more! Your library will have supplies, too.

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.

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.

Summer Lunch

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Martin - York
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.

Drawing For All

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Tweens, Teens, & Adults may join local Artist Robert Oughton for an opportunity to develop their drawing skills and learn how to work with a variety of techniques. Bring something to draw on and something to draw with. Ages 10 & up.

Creative Art Workshops with Nicole Osborne (local artists)

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Grades 6-8, Teens
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

The Cultural Alliance and the PA Council of the Arts has combined with Martin Library to support local and emerging artists by offering Creative Art Workshops for school aged teens (12-18 years old) on the second floor in Teens at Martin 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.

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.

Summer Breakfast

10:00am - 10:30am
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Martin - York
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.

Weekly LEGO Challenge

10:00am - 2:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Drop-in every Friday for our Weekly LEGO® Challenge. Use our bricks to make a creation that will be put on display for the week.All ages welcome.

Songs and Stories of the Civil War with Matthew Dodd

10:15am - 11:00am
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Everyone
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT John & Joan Bare Center
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Everyone
Program Type: History & Genealogy, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Enjoy songs and stories of the Civil War on this special weekend of remembering the Battle of Hanover. The Battle that happened before the Battle of Gettysburg right here in Hanover.

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.

VR Fridays!

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Grades 6-8, Teens
Guthrie - Hanover
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

10:00am - 11:00am
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Guthrie - Hanover
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.

Art That is Fishy: Master Watershed Program

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Red Land - Etters
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Room or Offsite Location: RED Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Early Learning, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Join us at the Red Land Library to welcome Cindy Pizziketti for her program, Art is Fishy: Come practice the ancient art of gyotaku with Penn State Master Watershed stewards!

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.

Summer Pokémon Club

11:00am - 1:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Meet up with fellow Pokémon fans. Enjoy a variety of Pokémon activities. Suggested ages 5-14. 
Optional: Bring cards to trade.
 

Color Summer Spy

All Day
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
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.

Online LEGO® Challenge

All Day
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
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. 

Summer Breakfast

10:00am - 10:30am
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Martin - York
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.