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

Children from birth to 3 years old may join Miss Sherry with their parent/caregiver for a few short stories and lots of singing and moving.

Please note there will be no storytime on June 30

Join us each Monday morning for a storytime for children of all ages.

Stories, songs, activities and playtime each week with a new theme of stories that encourages early literacy. This story time is best suited for ages 0-2 with a parent or caregiver, all are welcome!

Join Miss Crystal for stories, songs, and playtime.  For toddlers and preschoolers 3-5 years old.

Stories, songs, activities and playtime each week with a new theme of stories that encourages early literacy. This story time is best suited for ages 3 and up with a parent or caregiver, all are welcome!

Join Miss Crystal for songs, fingerplays, and stories!  For children ages 0-2.

 Join us at the library for stories, songs, and a craft.

Some of the storytimes  will feature a guest community helper to read a story and talk about their job in the community.

On this date storytime will be held at Peters Orchard & Farm Market at 10540 Carlisle Pike, Gardners PA 17324.

Join Miss Jess for our year-round Preschool Story Time! We'll have fun and encourage early literacy through stories, songs, movement, and more!

Join Miss Karin for books, songs, and activities geared for children ages 2-5.

No registration required.

Magician Mike Rose presents a magic show that is not like other magic
shows. Mike’s new show, “Friendly Magic” is created specifically for
libraries and is designed to perfectly complement the 2023 Summer

Join Miss Jess for our year-round Toddler Story Time! We'll have fun and encourage early literacy through stories, songs, movement, and more!

Children ages 3-5 may join Miss Sherry for lively stories and songs.

Fridays 6/2- 8/25

10:30 AM

Join us at the library for stories, songs, and a craft.

Join Miss Jess for our year-round Baby Story Time! We'll have fun and encourage early literacy through stories, songs, movement, and more!

Explore the great outdoors! Join Miss Jess on one of the GO Adams hikes!

Visit the library to build with Legos!  We will work to complete different challenges each week and also have time to just create.  Each week we will have a different lego kit to raffle off to those who attend.

Teens will help to guide children through activities.

On this day we will work together in small groups to complete several STEAM challenges.

Have you ever wondered what kind of community helpers are in our community? Hop on over to the library for a story time with a special guest reader from one of our local emergency teams!

Don’t be late for this very important date.  All ages are welcome for an afternoon of tea and Alice and Wonderland fun! Snacks will be provided.  Registration is required for all in attendance.  Please register online. 

Come meet some of the Animal Ambassadors from Strawberry Hill! We’ll also be learning about the friendships between animals, humans, and the environment. For ages 4-12. Registration highly encouraged.

Are you the best cupcake decorator in the county? Come on down to your local branch to show off your skills. During this competition, you will be decorating cupcakes for your chance at a prize. The winners will be selected by a local judge.

Ages 6-10

Join us every Friday for films celebrating friendship, family, and community. Stop by the library for a complete list of films.

Computers assign a string of 0s and 1s to different letters, symbols, and instructions, and this is called binary code. Create a bracelet with a STEM twist by using binary code to spell out initials or a name. Share a bracelet with your bestie!

Join us for an evening with reptiles. Reptile Invasion is a 501c3 Reptile Rescue bringing you up close and personal with over 20 different types of scaly friends.  Feel free to interact with our educational ambassadors or just sit b

Did you know that dogs can help struggling readers build confidence?! Stop by and read to our lovable, huggable, therapy dog, Danny!

Are you the best cupcake decorator in the county? Come on down to the Carroll Valley Library to show off your skills. 

During this competition, you will be decorating cupcakes for a chance at a prize. 

JUNE 20/JULY 18/ AUGUST 15

6:30 PM

Join us for books, songs, and activities geared for children ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome!

No registration required.

Ages 2-10

Listen to a story, meet friendly firefighters, and see the Biglerville Fire Truck up close and personal! Learn about fire safety in a fun, relaxed environment.

This is a special program for those entering Kindergarten at Alloway Creek Elementary in the fall of 2023.  Join us each month for stories about going to school and activities that focus on school-readiness.

This evening is for children entering kindergarten in the fall of 2023.  On this evening Mrs Stambaugh will be our special guest Kindergarten teacher.  Children will enjoy a storytime, meet the teachers and participate in school readines