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Literacy for Change | YCL's 24-Hour Day of Giving!

All Day 10/10
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Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Online Event
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:

Literacy for Change is a 24-hour online day of giving. Our goal is to raise $500,000 annually to expand literacy access across York County.

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Dungeons & Dragons

4:00pm–5:30pm
Grades 6-8, Teens
Martin - York
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Teens
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dungeons & Dragons returns to Martin Library! Join like-minded individuals who enjoy role playing games and storytelling in this epic game.

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.

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

VIdeo Game Play at Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor

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

If you like playing age-appropriate video games with friends, come to Martin Library Teens, on the 2nd floor, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:00-5:30 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.

Photo Consent

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

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.

Teen Quiet Reading Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
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: Book Club
Event Details:

Come check out this no-pressure book club. 

There is no assigned reading, so bring a book from home or read one from the library. 

No pre-registration is 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.

Minecraft Tournament

4:30pm–5:30pm
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: Games
Event Details:

Join Miss Jennifer as she leads our Minecraft Tournaments with a new challenge each month. Registration is required and space is limited. Ages 8-12

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.

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.

Silent Book Club | Ages 13+

6:00pm–7:45pm
Teens, Adults
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

A GROUP FOR PEOPLE WHO LOVE TO READ!  Do you want to hang out with people, but not sacrifice your reading time?  Do you take a book with you to social gatherings?

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.

Stitch and Chat

6:00pm–7:45pm
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.

Mini Book Sale

10:00am–4:00pm
Everyone
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:

Mini Book Sale!

Friday, Nov. 7 and Saturday, Nov. 8

10am to 4 pm

In the Bare Center

Books for every budget (most books $2 or less!), plus vendors selling crafts, yard sale items, and more!

1-2-3 Play With Me Workshop

10:15am–11:00am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

The 1-2-3 Play with me workshop is a time for parents/caregivers to play and socialize with their 1-3 year. This is a 5-week workshop. Registration is 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.

Friday Preschool Story Time

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

Join Miss Cate 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.

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.

Preschool Pals Storytime

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:

Join us for story time for children 3-5 years old. For the weekly theme, check out our social media posts or our printed brochures.

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–11:00am
Preschool
Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Room or Offsite Location: GLA Children's Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Early Learning, Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Sara every Friday for stories, songs, and fun.  Preschool Story Time is geared towards children ages 3-6 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.

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.

Preschool Story Time with Miss Felicia

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come enjoy stories presented by Miss Felicia and make a fun craft. This is for children ages 3-5 years and their caregivers. Registration Required! Please register online.

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.

Library Tails for Tales: Reading Therapy Dogs

10:00am–11:00am
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Early Learning, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Sign up to read to one of our amazing therapy dogs! Registration required, space is limited.

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–11:00am
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Library Branch: Glatfelter - Spring Grove
Room or Offsite Location: GLA Children's Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

Read to a certified therapy dog! Pick your reading buddy when you arrive.  All ages welcome! Drop in!

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.

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, Special Guest/Performer
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.

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.

Mini Book Sale

10:00am–4:00pm
Everyone
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT John & Joan Bare Center
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Mini Book Sale!

Friday, Nov. 7 and Saturday, Nov. 8

10am to 4 pm

In the Bare Center

Books for every budget (most books $2 or less!), plus vendors selling crafts, yard sale items, and more!

STEAM 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 December, to explore different STEAM concepts (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math) through hands-on experiences.

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.

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.

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.

Library Tales for Tails

11:00am–12:00pm
Grades K-5
Red Land - Etters
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Early Learning, Story Time
Event Details:

Join us at the Red Land Library and read to our group of therapy dogs! These furry friends are eager to hear your favorite story. This event occurs on the 2nd Saturday of each month, from 11AM-12PM. 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.

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.

GOAL Celebration Event 2025

2:00pm–4:00pm
School Age, Grades K-5
Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Room or Offsite Location: KAL Children's Area
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Author Visit, Party/Social Gathering, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hi First Graders and Families!

We invite you to join our Annual GOAL Celebration! We hope that you are seeing how exciting it can be to have your very own library card! 

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.

Born To Read Story Time

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

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 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.

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.

Terrific Toddlers Story Time

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

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.