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Stitch and Chat

1:00pm - 2:45pm
Everyone
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Two groups, one daytime and one evening! Both meet twice a month to chat while working on projects already begun or starting brand new ones.  Join one of the groups or both.  The more the merrier.

York Chess Club

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Everyone
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Kreutz Creek Library is delighted to host York Chess Club! You will play, learn tips on how to improve your game and meet like-minded people. All ages and experience welcome!

Chess Club

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

Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? Wish you knew how? Join us for instruction and fun.
First & Third Wednesday of every month. 6:00-8:00 pm.

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.

York Chess Club Tournament

10:00am - 4:30pm
Everyone
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

The Kreutz Creek Quads will be held the fourth Saturday of each month at the Kreutz Creek Library, 66 Walnut Springs Rd., Hellam Township, PA.

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.

Picnic with a Book!

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Room or Offsite Location: GLA Outdoor Pavilion
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Outdoor
Event Details:

Pack your favorite picnic snack and read on the lawn with Miss Sara! Bring a good book or choose one of ours!

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.

3rd Annual Online Auction

All Day 6/1 - 6/13
Adults, Everyone
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:

Save the date for Paul Smith Library's 3rd Annual Online Auction! Last year, the auction featured 100 items donated from businesses and individuals. 

Stitch and Chat

1:00pm - 2:45pm
Everyone
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Two groups, one daytime and one evening! Both meet twice a month to chat while working on projects already begun or starting brand new ones.  Join one of the groups or both.  The more the merrier.

York Chess Club

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Everyone
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Kreutz Creek Library is delighted to host York Chess Club! You will play, learn tips on how to improve your game and meet like-minded people. All ages and experience welcome!

Chess Club

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

Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? Wish you knew how? Join us for instruction and fun.
First & Third Wednesday of every month. 6:00-8:00 pm.

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.

Stitch and Chat

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Everyone
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Two groups, one daytime and one evening! Both meet twice a month to chat while working on projects already begun or starting brand new ones.  Join one of the groups or both.  The more the merrier.

SummerQuest Kickoff

10:00am - 12:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Join us for our SummerQuest Kickoff between 10am-12pm and meet some adorable alpacas from Painted Spring Farms and make some fun crafts!

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.

Big Wheels SummerQuest Kick-off

10:00am - 12:00pm
Everyone
Collinsville - Brogue
Library Branch: Collinsville - Brogue
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Outdoor, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Join us for Big Wheels, a touch-a-truck style event to kick off the YCL summer reading program, SummerQuest! Many different vehicles will be on site for you to check out.

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 Kick Off with the York Bubble Lady

10:00am - 12:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Everyone
Village - Jacobus
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Sidewalk
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Games, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Come celebrate the beginning of summer with the Village Library and the York Bubble Lady!  Create your own huge bubbles;  facepainting, crafts, and other family fun activities will also be available.

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.

Pete the Cat Meet and Greet

11:00am - 12:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Everyone
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT John & Joan Bare Center
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Everyone
Program Type: Early Learning, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time

Stop by the library to meet everyone's favorite blue cat, Pete the Cat! Come meet the story book character and listen to his latest adventure.

He'll be visiting several locations this summer, so put it on your calendar! 

This program is geared for preschool to elementary age kids!

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.

York Epic Typewriter Initiative (Y.E.T.I.)

11:00am - 1:00pm
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: History & Genealogy, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Calling all typewriter enthusiasts! Come join the York Epic Typewriter Initiative (Y.E.T.I.) for typewriter fun. Bring your own typewriter or use one of ours. Come type a letter, short story or more! All ages welcome, kids and adults.

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.

24th Annual Creepy, Crawly Worm Race

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Everyone
Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Library Branch: Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Room or Offsite Location: MAS Children's Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Everyone
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Games, Home & Garden, Outdoor, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Bring your own garden worm or borrow one from the Bookworm Corral. Fun for all ages!

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.

Ryan Bridge "The BugMan"

6:30pm - 8:00pm
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: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Everyone
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Nature is all about colors, and not biting or stinging humans. Bugs and insects have almost unlimited colors. What are these colors used for? Ryan Bridge "The BugMan" brings the incredibly colorful world of insects to 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.

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.

York Chess Club

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Everyone
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Kreutz Creek Library is delighted to host York Chess Club! You will play, learn tips on how to improve your game and meet like-minded people. All ages and experience welcome!

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.

Rock Painting

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Everyone
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Decorate a rock or stone for our garden and decorate the other to take home. Bring your own rock or stone or decorate one of ours! 

No RSVP necessary.

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.

Library Tales for Tails

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Everyone
Village - Jacobus
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Children's Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Animals & Nature
Event Details:

Come share a story/book or hello with our friendly, trained library dogs. 

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.

Ryan Bridge the Bug Man

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Everyone
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, Everyone
Program Type: Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Nature is all about colors, and not biting or stinging humans. Bugs and Insects have almost unlimited colors. But what are these colors used for?

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.

Photo Consent

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

Ryan Bridge "The BugMan" at Kreutz Creek Library

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Everyone
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Everyone
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Nature is all about colors, and not biting or stinging humans. Bugs and insects have almost unlimited colors. What are these colors used for? Ryan Bridge "The BugMan" brings the incredibly colorful world of insects to 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.

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.