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Baby Story Time

10:15am - 10:45am
Babies/Toddlers
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more! Suggested ages 0-2 years. 

Summer Story Times will take place on Tuesdays June 3-August 12 (No story times July 1). 

Health and Wellness Workshops for Seniors

10:15am - 2:00pm
Adults
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT John & Joan Bare Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

65 or older? Join us for a series of weekly health and wellness workshops. Plus, enjoy a hot lunch* served after the program!

*to receive your hot lunch, please register in advance at the Adult Desk or call 717-632-5183

Books & Buiding

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Family Place
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

This story time is intended for large group participation by early education programs and camps who sign up their studdents for SummerQuest. Staff are expected to participate with their students.

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.

Meet York Revs' Mascot "DownTown"

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults, Everyone
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, Adults, Everyone
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.

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.

Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color

10:30am - 11:30am
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Dillsburg
Library Branch: Dillsburg
Room or Offsite Location: DIL Lawn Area
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Outdoor, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

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.

This program meets outside if the weather is nice. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket.

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.

Story Time at Pinchot Park

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K-5
Red Land - Etters
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Red Land - Etters
Room or Offsite Location: RED Offsite Location
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K-5
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Early Learning, Outdoor, Special Guest/Performer, Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Beth from Pinchot Park and Miss Carol from the library and listen to stories about nature and do some nature activities. We meet at the Sunshine Pavilion at the Conewago Day Use Area. 

For families.

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.

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 and Toddler Story Time

11:15am - 11:45am
Babies/Toddlers
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Katie for stories, songs, shakers and more! Suggested ages 2-6 years. 

Summer Story Times will take place on Tuesdays June 3-August 12 (No story times July 1). 

Teen Crime Solvers Program!

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Grades 6-8, Teens
Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Library Branch: Kaltreider-Benfer - Red Lion
Room or Offsite Location: KAL Board Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Are you passionate about mysteries? Do you have the detective skills to uncover the truth? This summer, embark on an exciting adventure with Teen Crime Solvers! Delve into the evidence and collaborate with others to unmask the culprit behind the crime. Join us for a thrilling experience that will test you and your friends sleuthing abilities!

This program is geared for ages 12-18.

Register Below

Registration is required for this event.

Registration will open 6/2 and close 7/14.

Ages 12-18

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.

Village Knitters

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Village - Jacobus
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
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.

Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color

1:00pm - 2:00pm
School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Room or Offsite Location: KRE Community Room
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer

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)

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.

Stitch and Chat

1:00pm - 2:45pm
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.

Crafty Tuesday

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Guthrie - Hanover
Library Branch: Guthrie - Hanover
Room or Offsite Location: GUT Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for Crafty Tuesday! There will be a different craft each week.

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.

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.