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LEGO® Challenge

11:00am - 12:00pm
School Age
Red Land - Etters
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Using the library’s extensive collection of LEGO® bricks, challenge yourself and your family and friends to build the ultimate LEGO structure. 

For kids ages 6-12.

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.

Grab and Go

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

Pick up a themed kit every Monday while supplies last!

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.

LEGO® CHALLENGE: Build Your Own Zoo

2:00pm - 3:30pm
School Age
Village - Jacobus
Registration
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Science/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

In celebration of our Colorful Creatures Week,  join us as we collaboratively build a zoo!  Each group or family will randomly draw an animal and then build a suitable habitat for the animal, and may build the animal as well.

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 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.

Penn Township Community Park Story Time

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Guthrie - Hanover
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Offsite Location
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Early Learning, Outdoor, Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Kelly at Penn Township Community Park for stories, songs and fun! Enjoy time outside under the big pavilion for story time and then play at Kids Kingdom for a great family time adventure!

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.

Meet Pete the Cat

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Dillsburg
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Lawn Area
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Outdoor, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

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!

This program meets outside if the weather is nice. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket.

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.

Crafty Tuesday

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for Crafty Tuesday! There will be a different craft each week.

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.

Color Our World: A Magical Bubble Adventure

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, 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: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Early Learning, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Event Details:

Join us at the Red Land Library to welcome Magician River Barry back again! This year he is performing, “Color Our World: A Magical Bubble Adventure”.

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.

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.

Library Squad | ages 9 - 18

6:30pm - 7:30pm
School Age, Teens
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Age Group: School Age, Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Games, Life Skills, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Calling all tweens and teens! Join Jennifer and Kayla to help create and implement library programs for your age group. 

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.

Color Our World Story Time

10:00am - 10:30am
Preschool, School Age
Village - Jacobus
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Story Time
Event Details:

Come join us for our summer version of our popular story time for preschool through early elementary.

Disclaimer(s)

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 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.

Library Along Lake Marburg

10:00am - 10:45am
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Guthrie - Hanover
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Offsite Location
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Outdoor, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Kelly and Miss Renae from Codorus State Park to learn about a different native animal each week, plus stories, games and a craft. Meet at the Classroom Building on Marina Road.

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.

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.

Meet Author M.J. McCluskey

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Room or Offsite Location: GLA Children's Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Author Visit, Story Time
Event Details:

Join local author M.J. McCluskey for story time where she will read from some of her books!

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.

Meet Pete the Cat

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Library Branch: Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Room or Offsite Location: MAS Children's Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
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.

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.

Colorful Creations: Colorful Animals

10:45am - 12:15pm
Preschool, School Age
Village - Jacobus
Registration
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Sidewalk
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come join us each Wednesday morning as we dabble into the colorful world of arts and crafts. Throughout the summer, participants will be encouraged to work with different materials and artforms.

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.

Tween Time

11:30am - 12:30pm
School Age
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Children's Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Games, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Youth ages 9-11 are invited to come hang out with their peers to do a variety of activities such as art, science experiments, games, 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.

Photo Consent

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

Little House at the Library ~ Farmer Boy Edition

1:00pm - 2:00pm
School Age
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Registration
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Games, History & Genealogy, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Little House at the Library is back! This time Jeremy Young of Historic Wrightsville, Inc, will showcase the beloved classic, Farmer Boy by Laura Ingalls Wilder.

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.

Colorful Story Time!

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Library Branch: Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Room or Offsite Location: KAL Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

We are going to "Color Your World" one story at a time!  

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.

Explore Art

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Explore Art is a 6-week program for ages 8-12 to learn about different artists and their style of art. Call the library or stop by the Children's Desk to register. 

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.

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.