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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Teen Program

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Registration
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

"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.

 

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Village Knitters

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Village - Jacobus
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
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

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.

Family Story Time: W Is For Watermelon!

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Preschool, School Age
Village - Jacobus
Registration
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

What is more colorful (and delicious) than watermelon??? Come join us as we celebrate the humble watermelon in this fun evening story time designed for all members of the family. Watermelon stories, songs and activites!

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.

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

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.

This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

DIY Marbled Paper Project: With Miss Bre

10:30am - 11:15am
Grades K-5
Dover
Registration
Library Branch: Dover
Room or Offsite Location: DOV Dover Township Community Center
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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.

Remember to wear clothes you don't mind getting messy! 

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Story Time with Miss Felicia

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come enjoy stories presented by Miss Felicia and make a fun craft. This year's SummerQuest theme is Color Our World! This is for children ages 3-5 years and their caregivers. 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.

This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

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, Story Time
Event Details:

Join our favorite furry friends from Caring Hearts Pet Rescue and practice your reading at the same time. 

For kids ages 6-12.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

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!

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Library Tales for Tails

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies/Toddlers, 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: Babies/Toddlers, 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.

This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.

Library Tales for Tails

10:00am - 11:00am
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Library
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
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.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.

Story Time at the Dillsburg Farmers' Market

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Dillsburg
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Offsite Location
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Early Learning, Outdoor, Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Sue once a month at the Dillsburg Farmers' Market for stories, rhymes and songs.

This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

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.

This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Kids Grab & Go craft

All Day
Grades K-5
Red Land - Etters
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We'll be releasing a new Grab & Go craft every Monday through the end of July. Supplies are limited, so be sure to stop by the library early in the week to get yours!

For kids ages 6-12.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.

Online LEGO® Challenge

All Day
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Virtual/Online Event
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Have some legos at home and can't make it to the library? Then the Online LEGO® Challenge is for you!! Each Monday a new challenge will be posted to Kreutz Creek's Facebook and Instagram pages. 

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

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.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.

Baby Story Time

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:

Build baby's early learning skills! Play and socialize with other families, then enjoy reading and singing with Miss Kelly. Ages birth-2.

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.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Kindermusik

10:30am - 11:15am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Martin - York
Registration
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Family Place
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Songbird Studios in York presents this music and movement filled story time for children ages 0-3. Registration appreciated.

 

 

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.

This event is in the "School Age" group.

LEGO® Challenge

11:00am - 12:00pm
School Age
Red Land - Etters
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Using the library’s extensive collection of LEGO® bricks, challenge yourself and your family and friends to build the ultimate LEGO structure. 

For kids ages 6-12.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

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!

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Open Hours for Teen Gaming

4:00pm - 8:00pm
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.

This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

LEGO Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
School Age, Grades K-5
Dover
Library Branch: Dover
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

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!

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.