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The Danger Club | Tweens, ages 9 - 11

6:30pm - 7:30pm
School Age
Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Library Branch: Kreutz Creek - Hellam
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Games, Life Skills, Party/Social Gathering, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Join Jennifer for a new adventure every month, with just the right amount of magic and mayhem!  

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.

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.

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.

Digital Art

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Teens - Lounge
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Do you like drawing, painting, and designing using a Kamvas Digital Art Tablet? Are you interested in exploring using a digital art tablet?

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.

Solver Space Hands on Challenges

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Martin - York
Library Branch: Martin - York
Room or Offsite Location: MAR Teens - Solver Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

If you like building things with your hands, and exploring 3D printing, come to Martin Library Teens every Wednesday from 4:00-5:30 pm. Bring a friend. See you soon.

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.

Play K

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

Play K is for children attending Kindergarten in the fall of 2025. This 7 week program will provide your child with a wide range of early learning experiences and will help your child start school ready to read and learn in all subject areas.

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.

Baby Time Story Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies/Toddlers
Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Library Branch: Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Room or Offsite Location: MAS Children's Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Early Learning, Music & Dance, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Event Details:

Baby Time Story Time is held every Thursday at 10:30 AM. Join Miss Carol for stories, music, fingerplays and Fun! Siblings are always welcome! Any cancellations will be posted on the YCL Event Calendar, our website, and on our Facebook page.

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.

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.

Family Story Time: Firefly Fun!

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Preschool, School Age
Village - Jacobus
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Early Learning, Science/STEAM, Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come join us for our next family story time adventure:  Firefly Fun!  Our 30 minute story time will celerate these amazing glow in the dark insects with songs, stories and fun activities.

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.

Weekly LEGO Challenge

10:00am - 2:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Library Branch: Paul Smith - Shrewsbury
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Drop-in every Friday for our Weekly LEGO® Challenge. Use our bricks to make a creation that will be put on display for the week.All ages welcome.

Ryan Bridge the Bug Man

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool, School Age, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Everyone
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, Everyone
Program Type: Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Nature is all about colors, and not biting or stinging humans. Bugs and Insects have almost unlimited colors. But what are these colors used for?

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.

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!

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. 

Mysteries of the Honey Bee Unveiled

10:30am - 11:30am
School Age, Grades K-5
Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Library Branch: Mason-Dixon - Stewartstown
Room or Offsite Location: MAS Fireplace Area
Age Group: School Age, Grades K-5
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Science/STEAM, Special Guest/Performer
Event Details:

Honey Bees are an important creature living among us. This program is designed for children to help them understand the role this tiny but fascinating insect plays in providing food to our table and preserving our environment.

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.

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.

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!

LEGO® CHALLENGE: Build Your Own Zoo

2:00pm - 3:30pm
School Age
Village - Jacobus
Registration
Library Branch: Village - Jacobus
Room or Offsite Location: VIL Friendship Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Science/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

In celebration of our Colorful Creatures Week,  join us as we collaboratively build a zoo!  Each group or family will randomly draw an animal and then build a suitable habitat for the animal, and may build the animal as well.

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.

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. 

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.