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Aaron the Fossil Guy

4:00pm - 5:00pm
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Collinsville - Brogue
Library Branch: Collinsville - Brogue
Room or Offsite Location: COL Children's Room
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Animals & Nature, History & Genealogy, Science/STEAM, Special Guest
Event Details:

Discover the wonders of prehistoric life as we explore amazing fossils with Aaron! Whether you're a science enthusiast or just curious, this is an event you won't want to miss.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Children's Book Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
School Age
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Pick-up your free book in the Children’s Library! Join Miss Kelly for our monthly children’s book club!

Coding Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
School Age
Dillsburg
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Children's Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Games, Science/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Code for fun!

Remix our monthly challenge or code your own project using Scratch. Beginners and experts are welcome.  

All Aboard the Polar Express

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Party/Social Gathering, Special Guest, Story Time
Event Details:

Storyteller Beth Rebert’s delightful presentation of this heart-warming holiday tale will enchant children of all ages. Come dressed in your PJs as this magical story unfolds.

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.

Library Tales for Tails

10:00am - 11:00am
School Age
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Special Guest
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

Holiday Craft Lab

10:00am - 11:30am
Preschool, School Age, Grades 6-8
Village - Jacobus
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Event Details:

Headed to Christmas in Loganville? Stop by for our festive holiday craft lab. Choose from a number of possible samples and supplies, or design something of your own creation.

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.

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: 139
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.

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.

Paint Your Own Ornament

11:00am - 1:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Event Details:

Join Miss Robin in the Children's Program Room for a holiday ornament painting. Hanover resident Mr. Roy Smith donates his talent for making holiday ornaments that children can paint and hang on their Christmas tree.

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.

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:

Library Tales for Tails

10:00am - 11:00am
School Age
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Special Guest
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

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.

The Polar Express Storytelling Event with Beth Rebert

10:30am - 11:15am
Preschool, School Age
Village - Jacobus
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Holiday, Special Guest
Event Details:

We are delighted to have Beth Rebert of Fun-In-It Storytelling return to the Village for a special performance of The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg.

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.

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.

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.

Chick-fil-A East York Family Story Time with Miss Felicia

9:00am - 9:45am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Offsite Location
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come enjoy stories and make a fun craft with Miss Felicia at Chick-fil-A East York on the first Thursday of each month. This is for children ages 3-5 years and their caregivers. Please register online or by calling 717-252-4080.

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.

LEGO® Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
School Age
Dillsburg
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Children's Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Games, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Build a masterpiece! We supply the LEGO® bricks. You bring your imagination. Be inspired by our monthly challenge or use your own design. Show off your masterpiece in our LEGO® display.

Ages 6 and up.

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.