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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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Tween Writing Lab: Dino Edition!

12:00pm–1:00pm
Grades 6-8
Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Age Group: Grades 6-8
Program Type: Life Skills
Registration Required

Dig deep into your imagination during this summer's dinosaur-themed writing lab!

Tweens (ages 8-11) will design a brochure for their own dinosaur-themed park. Using guided prompts, attendees will invent and name an original dinosaur, describe habitats or attractions, and decide what makes their park unique.

This quiet and structured activity introduces basic storytelling and descriptive writing skills, while encouraging creativity and independent work! 

This program is geared for ages 8-11.

Registration 

Registration is required for this event. A minimum of 5 attendees is needed for this program. 

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.

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:

Join a dedicated group of ladies who meet monthly to assemble and craft professional quality goods for Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes. All supplies are provided but group members sponsor the shoebox suggested donation.

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.

Here for You: Friends & Neighbors of PA

1:30pm–3:00pm
Adults
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Atrium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Life Skills
Event Details:

Martin Library is pleased to host a variety of local agencies at a table in our atrium for free, walk-up help. Today’s H4U agency is:

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.

The Pop-Up Book Club Steps Out!

9:00am–10:30am
Adults
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Offsite Location
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Party/Social Gathering
Event Details:

Time to get your walking shoes on: join us for a morning hike at one of the Go York trail locations. We will start the hike promptly at 9:00 am, followed by coffee, donuts and a chance to talk about your favorite 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.

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.

Tween Writing Lab: Dino Edition!

10:30am–11:30am
Grades 6-8
Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Arthur Hufnagel - Glen Rock
Age Group: Grades 6-8
Program Type: Life Skills, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Registration Required

Dig deep into your imagination during this summer's dinosaur-themed writing lab!

Tweens (ages 8-11) will design a brochure for their own dinosaur-themed park. Using guided prompts, attendees will invent and name an original dinosaur, describe habitats or attractions, and decide what makes their park unique.

This quiet and structured activity introduces basic storytelling and descriptive writing skills, while encouraging creativity and independent work! 

This program is geared for ages 8-11.

Registration 

Registration is required for this event. A minimum of 5 attendees is needed for this program. 

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.

The Danger Club Takes a Hike | Tweens, ages 9 - 11

6:30pm–7:30pm
School Age
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Offsite Location
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Games, Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Party/Social Gathering, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Time to get your walking shoes on: The Danger Club is going on a hike! Join us for the chance to hike a GO York trail and do a mystery activity. We will start the hike promptly at 6:30 pm.

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.

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.

Tween Writing Lab: Dino Edition!

1:00pm–2:00pm
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Red Land - Etters
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Room or Offsite Location: RED Community Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Early Learning, Life Skills
Registration Required

Dig deep into your imagination during this summer's dinosaur-themed writing lab!

Tweens (ages 8-11) will design a brochure for their own dinosaur-themed park. Using guided prompts, attendees will invent and name an original dinosaur, describe habitats or attractions, and decide what makes their park unique.

This quiet and structured activity introduces basic storytelling and descriptive writing skills, while encouraging creativity and independent work! 

This program is geared for ages 8-11.

Registration 

Registration is required for this event. A minimum of 5 attendees is needed for this program. 

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 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.

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:

Join a dedicated group of ladies who meet monthly to assemble and craft professional quality goods for Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes. All supplies are provided but group members sponsor the shoebox suggested donation.

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.

Dover Dragons

10:30am–11:30am
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Dover
Library Branch: Dover
Room or Offsite Location: DOV Dover Township Community Center
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Join our friends from Dover Dragons Tae Kwon Do for a fun fitness class! 

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.

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.

The Danger Club Takes a Hike | Tweens, ages 9 - 11

6:30pm–7:30pm
School Age
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Offsite Location
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Games, Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Party/Social Gathering, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Time to get your walking shoes on: The Danger Club is going on a hike! Join us for the chance to hike a GO York trail and do a mystery activity. We will start the hike promptly at 6:30 pm.

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.

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.

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.

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:

Join a dedicated group of ladies who meet monthly to assemble and craft professional quality goods for Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes. All supplies are provided but group members sponsor the shoebox suggested donation.

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.

Martin General Staff Meeting

9:30am–11:30am
Everyone
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Life Skills
Event Details:

General Staff Meeting, Food will be served.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

Martin General Staff Meeting

9:30am–11:30am
Everyone
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Life Skills
Event Details:

General Staff Meeting, Food will be served.

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.

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.