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Beyond the Books: An Evening with Sandra Brown

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Offsite

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

York County Libraries (PA) is pleased to present thriller icon Sandra Brown to the Appell Center for our 2nd annual “Beyond the Books” event. On April 23, 2026, Sandra will take th...

Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit, Fundraiser, Party/Social Gathering, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

York County Libraries (PA) is pleased to present thriller icon Sandra Brown to the Appell Center for our 2nd annual “Beyond the Books” event.

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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!

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.

Time Travelers

4:00pm–5:00pm
School Age, Grades K-5
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Family Place
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Games, History & Genealogy, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us each week as we jump in our imaginary time machine and travel to a different time period to explore some hands-on activities.

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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.

Knit Wits

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Library Branch: Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Room or Offsite Location: KAL Literacy Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Knit Wits
Mondays | 6:00–8:00 PM
Kaltreider-Benfer 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.

Preschool Story Time!

10:00am–10:45am
Preschool
Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Library Branch: Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Room or Offsite Location: KAL Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Kelli for a fun-filled Preschool Story Time designed especially for children ages 3–5 and their caregivers! Each week, we explore exciting themes through interactive stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and hands-on 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.

Photo Consent

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

Crochet Meetup

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Organized to bring together those in the community who enjoy crochet, this group will plan to meet weekly as an opportunity to network with other crochet enthusiasts, share projects, and gain inspiration and support.

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.

Homeschool Hangout Club

12:00pm–2:00pm
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock
Library Branch: Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Games, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Homeschoolers of all ages are welcome to hang out in the library from 12-2.  Play games, read, hang out with your homeschool friends, and make new friends 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.

Village Knitters

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Village - Jacobus
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Feel free to join in as our eclectic group of knitters and crocheters craft, share projects and expertise, and chat about daily life and current events.  This is a friendly and welcoming group that meets twice a week - Tuesday afternoons and

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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.

Artistic Design with Zentangles

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Martin - York
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come to Martin Library Teens, 159 East Market Street, 2nd floor, Tuesday, March 10 & 24, 2026 to have fun leaning abut designing and creating with Zentangles.   

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.

Button Making at Martin Library Teens

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Come to Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor, Solver Space, on Tuesdays, from 4:00-5:30 pm, if you are interested in creating, designing, or exploring Button Making. 

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.

Shoebox Packing for Charity

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Red Land - Etters
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Room or Offsite Location: RED Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Life Skills
Event Details:

Looking for a way to help out your community? Join the shoebox packing group at the Red Land Library on the last Tuesday of each month! This group meets to fill boxes with supplies that will benefit those in need.

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.

Purls of Brogue

6:00pm–8:00pm
Everyone
Collinsville - Brogue
Library Branch: Collinsville - Brogue
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Come to Collinsville on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:00 for knitting, crocheting, or just to learn! 

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.

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, Early Learning, 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. Notice this program is being held at the park Visitors Center on Smith Station 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.

Stitch and Chat

12:00pm–1:45pm
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.

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.

Fiber Art Friends

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Library Branch: Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Room or Offsite Location: MAS Fireplace Area
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crochet, cross stitch, and weaving projects to the library each Wednesday. Join us for fun and conversation on cozy furniture and in front of a fireplace. Please bring a friend, too.

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.

Tween Time

4:00pm–5:00pm
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, Life Skills, 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.

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.

Jewelry Making at Martin Library Teens, 2nd Floor

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Job & Career Prep
Event Details:

If you enjoy jewelry making, bring a friend to Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor, Wednesdays from 4:00-5:30 pm. Check out our book collection before you leave. Martin Library Teens has an incredible young adult book collection. 

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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.

LEGO® Challenge Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock
Library Branch: Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Games, Party/Social Gathering, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Ready to build, create, and explore? Use your imagination, critical thinking, and teamwork to solve fun building tasks! All school-aged children are welcome, no need 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.

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.

Kids Craft Night

6:00pm–7:00pm
School Age
Dillsburg
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Children's Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get Crafty!

We provide the materials.  You bring your creativity.  Make something special to take home.

Needlework Group

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Dover
Library Branch: Dover
Room or Offsite Location: DOV Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Stop by the Dover Area Community Library to knit, crochet, chat, learn, and more! 

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.

Stitchin Time At The Library

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Dillsburg
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Adult Area
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

Calling all crafters! Join us for Stitchin’ Time every Wednesday evening 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.

Toddler Time Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Babies/Toddlers
Red Land - Etters
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Room or Offsite Location: RED Bamberger Children's Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Early Learning, Story Time
Event Details:

Join us at the Red Land Library for our Toddler Time Story Time! Each Thursday, from 10:30-11AM (*note the excluded dates listed), we will read some stories, sing some songs, and make some new friends!

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.

Preschool Story Time With The Easter Bunny!

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool, School Age
Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock
Library Branch: Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock
Room or Offsite Location: HUF Children's Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Early Learning, Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for stories, crafts, and playtime. Don't forget the bubbles!  Special guest this week: The Easter Bunny! No registration 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.

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.

Unraveled Knitting Group

12:00pm–1:45pm
Everyone
Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock
Library Branch: Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

It's time to get Unraveled !! Join us at noon on Thursdays for our knitting club.  All ages and ability levels are welcome. Whether it's knitting, crocheting or needlepoint, we hope you can join us every Thursday !!

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.

Painting & Drawing at Martin Library Teens

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor, invites you to come very Thursday from 4:00-5:30 pm to participate in teen led opportunities to draw, paint, and create. Bring a friend and make it an art social.

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.