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GOAL Celebration Event 2024

2:00pm - 4:00pm
School Age, Grades K-5
Martin - York
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Author Visit, Party/Social Gathering, Special Guest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 136
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating York County's first graders and their brand new library cards!

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.

Kids Pokémon Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Room or Offsite Location: PAU Children's Area
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

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


 

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.

Grab and Go

12:00pm - 7:00pm
Preschool, Grades K-5
Dover
Library Branch: Dover
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Pick up a themed kit every Monday while supplies last!

Board Game Day

10:00am - 2:00pm
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
Event Details:

Get out of the house before the Thanksgiving holiday! Drop-in for board game fun. Bring your own or use one of our games. Meet up with old friends or make new ones. All ages welcome!

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.

Youth Pokémon Club - Special Time!

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Teen Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Youth Pokémon Club

This club is designed for all players from beginner to expert. We are happy to teach anyone that is willing to learn the game.

Closed for Thanksgiving

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock, Collinsville - Brogue, Dillsburg, Dover, Glatfelter - Spring Grove, Guthrie - Hanover, Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion, Kreutz Creek - Hellam, Martin - York, Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown, Paul Smith - Shrewsbury, Red Land - Etters, Village - Jacobus, Online Event, Offsite
Description:

In observance of Thanksgiving, all YCL locations will be closed on 11/28. Check your library’s page for its regular operating hours.

Some locations closed for Black Friday

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Dillsburg, Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion, Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown, Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Description:

The following YCL locations will be closed on 11/29:

Family Game Day

10:00am - 1:30pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for a Family Game Day.  Games will be placed throughout the library for all age levels.  Stop in and find a new favorite.

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.

Grab and Go

12:00pm - 7:00pm
Preschool, Grades K-5
Dover
Library Branch: Dover
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Pick up a themed kit every Monday while supplies last!

All About Birds

1:30pm - 2:15pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Dover
Library Branch: Dover
Room or Offsite Location: DOV Dover Township Community Center
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Science/STEAM, Special Guest
Event Details:

Environmental educator Beth Kepley-McNutt from Gifford Pinchot State Park joins us for a program all about birds! 

No registration required!

All ages welcome!

 

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.

Polar Express

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Dillsburg
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Offsite Location
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Holiday, Music, Party/Social Gathering, Special Guest, Story Time
Event Details:

It’s a holiday tradition!

Storyteller Beth Rebert returns to share with us a delightful presentation of this heart-warming holiday tale that is sure to enchant children of 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.

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.

Hanover's in Stitches: Knitting and Crocheting Club

12:30pm - 2:30pm
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
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, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

1st & 3rd WEDNESDAY

OF EVERY MONTH

12:30PM-2:30PM

In the Bare Center

 

This group is for all skill levels:

beginners to experienced.

Youth Pokémon Club

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

Youth Pokémon Club

This club is designed for all players from beginner to expert. We are happy to teach anyone that is willing to learn the game.

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.

Builder's Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
School Age, Grades K-5
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Construct the buildings of your dreams using our LEGO® Bricks, Keva Planks, K'nex, and more! For ages 8-12. 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.

2024 Brogue Community Tree Lighting

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Collinsville - Brogue
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, Games, Holiday, Outdoor, Party/Social Gathering, Special Guest
Event Details:

Join us for the second annual Brogue Community Tree Lighting, which will be an evening of celebration including music, food and refreshments, and special guest visits with Cpl. Kauffman and K9 Sgt.

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.

Meet Santa During Light Up York

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, Special Guest
Event Details:

Santa and Mrs. Claus will be joining us for Light Up York at Martin Library this year! We’ll be returning to the grand ole tradition of arts and crafts while families wait to see the jolly couple! Library doors will open at 5 p.m.

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.

Book & Media Sale

All Day 12/7 - 12/14
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Red Land - Etters
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:

Get your holiday shopping done at the library during our huge week-long book and media sale with books, DVDs, CDs and Puzzles.

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.

Bookmark Club

10:00am - 5:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Stop by the library and let your creativity flow! Choose from an assortment of patterns to decorate some bookmarks to take home and/or to add to the library’s collection. Materials will be provided, and all ages are welcome!

Builder's Club!

11:00am - 12:00pm
School Age, Grades K-5
Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Library Branch: Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Room or Offsite Location: KAL Board Room
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Builder's Unite!

Stop in and let your imagination run wild! Build your own designs and see how creative you can get! We have Magna-tiles, Legos, Marble Maze, Keva Planks, Lincoln Logs, and more!

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.

Grab and Go

12:00pm - 7:00pm
Preschool, Grades K-5
Dover
Library Branch: Dover
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Pick up a themed kit every Monday while supplies last!

LEGO Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades K-5
Dover
Library Branch: Dover
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Join Miss Jenny to create a themed LEGO build each month. Give your build a name and write a brief story to go along with it for display in our library!

Winter Concert with Expressions

6:30pm - 7:30pm
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: Music, Special Guest
Event Details:

Join us for an fun evening of holiday music as the Spring Grove Area School District's select choir, Expressions, performs a mix of carols and group sing-a-longs as well as previewing some of their winter concert songs like "You're a Mean One, Mr.

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.

Youth Pokémon Club

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

Youth Pokémon Club

This club is designed for all players from beginner to expert. We are happy to teach anyone that is willing to learn the game.