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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.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Teen Program

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Library Branch: Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Room or Offsite Location: MAS Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer

"One person's trash is another person's treasure." Use recycled materials to create something practical or an eco-friendly piece of art. With a bit of imagination, items destined for the landfill can get a new life.

This program is geared for ages 12-18.

What to Bring

Look around your house and see what can be repurposed. Items can include clean colorful lids, paper, magazines, fabric, "steampunk" gears and gadgets, egg cartons, bubble wrap, packing peanuts, shopping bags, paper towel rolls, and so much more! Your library will have supplies, too.

Register Below

Registration is required for this event.

 

 

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.

Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Grades K-5
Red Land - Etters
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time

Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure!

Through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories, we get kids excited about the science that’s all around us as we celebrate the scientists who color our world with art!

This program is geared for ages 6-11.

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.

Painting & Drawing

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Teens
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

If you enjoy drawing or painting, come to Martin Library Teens, 2nd floor, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-5:30 pm to unleash the artist in you. Bring a friend. 

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.

Button Making

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.

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.

Youth Chess Club

5:00pm - 7:30pm
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:

All skill levels are welcome! 

Pre-registration is not required for this program. 

Cookbook Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT John & Joan Bare Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Culinary
Event Details:

Prepare your dish and bring it (and your recipe) along to share with all your cookbook club friends! There will be a new recipe theme each month, but always the same great group of people.

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.

York Chess Club

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Everyone
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Kreutz Creek Library is delighted to host York Chess Club! You will play, learn tips on how to improve your game and meet like-minded people. All ages and experience welcome!

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.

Indoor Story Time

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

Sing, read, and play at Indoor Story Time Wednesdays at 10:00AM this summer! Free play afterwards!

All ages welcome! 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.

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.

Fun-In-It Storytelling Presents "The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs!"

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschool, School Age
Village - Jacobus
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Event Details:

Beth Rebert, of Fun-In-It Storytelling, returns to the Village to share the story of "The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs!" by Jon Scieszka.

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.

Color Our World Baby and Toddler Story Time with Miss Felicia

10:30am - 11:15am
Babies/Toddlers
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Registration
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join Miss Felicia as she presents a special story time for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. The theme of SummerQuest this year is Color Our World, so each week we will focus on a different color!

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 the Revs Mascot "Down Town"

10:30am - 11:15am
Preschool, School Age
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Special Guest/Performer, Story Time

Bring your camera for a story time and photo opportunities with our favorite baseball mascot, DownTown, of the York Revolution team!

All ages are welcome!

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.

DIY Marbled Paper with Miss Bre

10:30am - 11:30am
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Dillsburg
Registration
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Children's Room
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Time to have some messy fun! Let’s explore colors in an attempt to make marbled paper! Each participant will have a finished piece to take home.

This program is geared for ages 6-11.

Register Below

Registration is required for this event.

This program meets outside if the weather is nice.

The rain location for this event is inside the library, in the children's room.

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.

What Will You Draw Today?

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: Animals & Nature, Arts/Crafts, Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Carol as we share stories about drawing and art. Find out what Arlo and Marisol discover about their art. You may decide what you want to design. An octopus> The Sky? An elephant?

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: Wind Chimes and Pig Crafts

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.

Hanover's in Stitches: Knitting and Crocheting Club

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Teens, Adults
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT John & Joan Bare Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Event Details:

1st & 3rd WEDNESDAY all other months

12:30PM-2:30PM

In the Bare Center

 

This group is for all skill levels:

beginners to experienced.

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.

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.