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Adult Writing Contest

01/01/2025 @ 12:00am - 01/20/2025 @ 11:45pm
Adults
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Description:

Adults 19+ of all writing levels are invited to participate in this contest! Submissions will be due by January 20th and the winners will be announced on the 31st. Submissions will ONLY be accepted if they follow the prompt listed.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Monthly Crafts: Foam Snow People Crafting

All Day 1/1 - 1/31
Teens
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Did you know that you can make a winter friend out of foam cups? Try out this easy craft to customize your own snow person!

Held in the Teen Center throughout January.

7th-12th Grade

Tuesday-Friday 2:45-6:00PM

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Animonday

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Teens
Description:

Do you like Anime and Manga? Come discuss what you're reading now and recommend some of your favorites. Snacks will be provided.

 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Barks & Books

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children
Littlestown Library
Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Description:

Dogs can help struggling readers build confidence by being patient and non-judgemental while kids are reading aloud. Stop by and read to our lovable and patient therapy dog, Danny!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Fun with Chess!

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Everyone
Littlestown Library
Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Description:

Are you a beginner at chess and want to learn? Are you an experienced chess player and want to test your skills? Drop in on Mondays from 6:00pm-7:45pm to watch and play with a local chess aficionado. All ages and all skill levels welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Winter Paint Night

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Carroll Valley Library
Registration
Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Description:

Join Rob Ross for a chilly winter themed paint night. 

The same painting is offered on two separate nights, 12/9 & 1/20, so please only sign up for one night.

Ages 16 and over. Registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Knot Another Stitch: Knit & Needle Crafts

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Everyone
Virtual Event
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Event
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

This group meets on Mondays at 6:30 pm via Zoom.

All needle crafters are welcome to join. Don’t know how to knit, crochet, or cross-stitch? Come learn.

Registration is required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Pals

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Carroll Valley Library
Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Story time for preschool children ages 3 - 5. 

Join us for stories, songs, playtime, and a craft. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Tuesday Tales Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
New Oxford Area Library
Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Join Miss Natasha for books, songs, fingerplays and activities with other babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Each week will have a new theme that encourages early literacy!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Blood Pressure Screening w/ Wellspan

10:00am - 12:00pm
Everyone
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Blood Pressure Screening w/ Wellspan
Tuesday, January 21
10AM - Noon
What is a normal blood pressure reading?  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Littlestown Adult Book Club

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults
Littlestown Library
Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Room: Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Description:

Come discuss books with fellow Littlestown bibliophiles! Check with the library for copies of the current selection.

 

DEC 17:  Animal Farm by George Orwell

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Knot Another Stitch: Knit & Needle Crafts

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Everyone
New Oxford Area Library
Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Room: Library Space
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

All needle crafters are welcome to join.

Don’t know how to knit, crochet, or cross-stitch? That’s okay! Bring your own materials and be ready to learn!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knitting Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us for a drop-in knitting time for knitters of all levels. Don’t know how to knit? Stop by and learn! Conversation and creativity abound.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Diamond Painting

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Trone Memorial Library
Registration
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Adult Wing Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

Come relax and enjoy an afternoon of diamond painting. Participants will have several options of fall-themed paintings to choose from. All are welcome to bring their own projects from home, too! Registration Required

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Make Your Own: Snowman Flower Pots

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Trone Memorial Library
Registration
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

One way to get into the winter spirit is by creating an adorable snowman with a clay pot. Creative freedom is encouraged! All materials provided. Registration Required

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DIY Snowy Luminaries

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
New Oxford Area Library
Registration
Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Room: Library Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Description:

You know how the snow glows and sparkles in the light? Re-create the same winter ambiance inside your home with a customized snowy luminary that you design!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friends of the Trone Memorial Library Board Meeting

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Description:

The Friends of the Trone Memorial Library Board meets quarterly on the third Tuesday of the month at 5:00pm in the Mary Cash Room. All Trone Memorial Library supporters and Friends members are invited and encouraged to attend. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Gaming Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Registration
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Description:

Join the Harbaugh-Thomas Gaming Club to explore new games, hone your aim, improve your Smash skills, and much more. Registration Required

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Medicare 101

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Gettysburg Library
Registration
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:

Medicare 101
Tuesday, January 21
6PM

This event is in the "Children" group.

Pajama Storytime

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Wear your pajamas and bring a stuffed animal to join us for stories and songs.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Stories and More!

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Children
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Story Time Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Join Miss Barbara for books, songs, and a craft. Geared towards children ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writer's Group

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Trone Memorial Library
Registration
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Adult Wing Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Description:

Writers of any level and any genre (fiction, poetry, nonfiction, etc.) are invited to this group! We'll be honing our craft together with some prompts and also have space for critique and discussion of projects at any stage.

This event is in the "Children" group.

The LMNOP Club: baby Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Children
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Join us at the library every week for some stories and songs.

*Please note there is no storytime on 12/25 and 1/1

 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby Bookworms

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Carroll Valley Library
Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Story time for children ages 0 - 3. 

Babies, toddlers, and their parent or caregiver will sing songs, do fingerplays, read books, and have playtime.