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Friday Preschool Story Time

10:15am - 11:00am
Preschool
Martin - York
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Family Place
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Early Learning, Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join Miss Trish for stories, songs and more! Children's ages 3-6 are welcome.

All our story times are built on the PA Early Learning Standards.

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.

Preschool Story Time

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

Story time for children 3-6 years old.

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.

VR Fridays!

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

Come and play on our Meta Quest VR set in the Teen Library! 

No pre-registration is required. 

Just drop in anytime between 3:00 and 5:00 pm on Fridays!

February First Friday: Books & Cakes

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

First Fridays at Martin Library return in February with another edition of Books & Cakes!

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.

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 Tales for Tails

10:00am - 11:00am
School Age, Grades K-5
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Library
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Animals & Nature
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

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.

Library Tales for Tails

10:00am - 12:00pm
School Age, Grades K-5
Dover
Library Branch: Dover
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Early Learning
Event Details:

Join us and our furry friends for Library Tales for Tails! This program is for elementary school age children who are reading alone and wish to practice reading aloud.

Science Saturday

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool, School Age
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Family Place
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us each month, September through May, to explore different science concepts through hands-on experiences.

This program is a drop-in program.  No registration required.  It is designed for children ages 5-12.

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.

Photo Consent

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

Story Time at Little Fox Coffee and Books

10:30am - 11:30am
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, Story Time
Event Details:

Meet up with Miss Kelly at Little Fox Coffee and Books for story time. Join us on the second Saturday of each month for stories, songs and fun!

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.

Library Tales for Tails

11:00am - 12:00pm
Preschool, School Age
Red Land - Etters
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Early Learning
Event Details:

Meet our reading dogs: Gabby Girl, Milo, Coco, Zoey, and Missy.

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.

Paul Smith Knitwits

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Stop by to work on a knitting project! You can use our materials, or feel free to bring your own. Experienced knitters AND beginners are welcome. We can teach you!

Chocolatefest

All Day 2/10 - 2/15
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Red Land - Etters
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food & Culinary
Event Details:

Enjoy chocolate treats while you browse for your books during library hours!

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.

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.

Baby Story Time

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies/Toddlers
Martin - York
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Family Place
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Early Learning, Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join Miss Trish for stories, songs and more! Children ages birth to 18 months are welcome. 

All our story times are built on the PA Early Learning Standards.

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 n Go Activities

10:00am - 6:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Children's Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the children's libary to pick up a craft/activity bag to take home. New bags will be available every Monday and may last more than one day.  When we run out, that is all until next week.

*While supplies last

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.

Toddler Story Time-Guthrie

10:15am - 10:45am
Babies/Toddlers
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Early Learning, Story Time
Event Details:

Connect with other families with songs, stories, and fun! Toddler Story Time is geared for children age 2 with a caregiver.

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.

Toddler Story Time

10:15am - 11:00am
Babies/Toddlers
Martin - York
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Family Place
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Early Learning, Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join Miss Trish for stories, songs and more! Children ages 19 months to 36 months are welcome. We will end our session with a little play time to practice social skills.

All our story times are built on the PA Early Learning Standards.

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.

Babies & Books

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: Early Learning, Story Time
Event Details:

A story time for our youngest listeners. For children from bith to 18 months.

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

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool
Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Library Branch: Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Early Learning, Story Time
Event Details:

Preschool Story Time will be held every Monday at 10:30 AM. Share books and a fun craft with Miss Carol.

Cancellations will be posted on our website and Facebook page.

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, 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!

Knit & Crochet

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Red Land - Etters
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Bring a project to work on while you enjoy the company of others who share the same hobby!

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.

Open Hours for Teen Gaming

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Dillsburg
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Public Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Thanks to the amazing folks at The Bodhana Group, we have a new collection of tabletop games here at the Dillsburg Library.  Anyone can come play whenever the library is open.

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!

Bedtime Story Time

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Early Learning, Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Kelly for songs, rhymes, and stories geared for Kindergarten and under. 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.

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.

Baby Story Time

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies/Toddlers
Dover
Library Branch: Dover
Room or Offsite Location: DOV Program Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Early Learning, Story Time
Event Details:

Sing, read, and play at Baby Story Time Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 9:30AM! Ages 0-2. No registration required!
Please note, the library will be open at 9:30AM for our Baby Story Time families only.

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

10:15am - 11:00am
Preschool
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Room or Offsite Location: PAU Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more!  Following story time there will be an optional craft or activity. Suggested ages 3-6.

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.