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Gettysburg Library

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(717) 334-5716

Gettysburg Library
140 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
United States

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Trone Memorial Library

12:00pm-8:00pm
(717) 259-9000

Trone Memorial Library
105 Locust Street
P.O. Box 1014
East Berlin, PA 17316
United States

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Carroll Valley Library

2:00pm-8:00pm
(717) 642-6009

Carroll Valley Library
5685 Fairfield Road
Carroll Valley, PA 17320
United States

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Harbaugh-Thomas Library

12:00pm-8:00pm
(717) 677-6257

Harbaugh-Thomas Library
59 W. York Street
Biglerville, PA 17307
United States

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Littlestown Library

12:00pm-6:00pm
(717) 359-0446

Littlestown Library
232 North Queen Street
Littlestown, PA 17340
United States

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New Oxford Area Library

2:00pm-8:00pm
(717) 624-2182

New Oxford Area Library
122 North Peters Street
New Oxford, PA 17350
United States

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All Day
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Adventure Writing Contest

06/03/2024 @ 10:00am - 08/01/2024 @ 8:00pm
Teens
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jun-Aug 2024

Teen Adventure Writing Contest

06/03/2024 @ 10:00am - 08/01/2024 @ 8:00pm
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Description:

Embark on an epic adventure this summer by creating your own story!

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

Adventures With Flat Fern

All Day 6/15 - 8/17
Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun-Aug 2024

Adventures With Flat Fern

All Day 6/15 - 8/17
New Oxford Area Library
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Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Other
Description:

Have you met our library mascot, Fern? Fern is the friendly fungi that has been perched upon the circulation desk in New Oxford since last Summer. This year, Fern is ready for adventures!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Courtyard StoryWalk®

All Day 7/1 - 7/31
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 1
-
31
2024

Courtyard StoryWalk®

All Day 7/1 - 7/31
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
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Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Age Group: Children
Description:

Enjoy an interactive story experience with a StoryWalk® outside in our courtyard!

JULY The Three Little Fish and the Big Bad Shark by Ken Geist

This event is in the "Children" group.

Drop in Thursdays!

All Day
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 18 2024 Thu

Drop in Thursdays!

All Day
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other, Storytime
Description:

Families with children of all ages are invited to stop in anytime on Thursdays and enjoy activities such as library scavenger/treasure hunts, take & make craft kits, mini library adventures, or board game days.

9 am
This event is in the "Children" group.

LMNOP Club: Baby Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 17 2024 Wed

LMNOP Club: Baby Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Gettysburg Library
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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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Bounces & Rhymes ~ Babies Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 19 2024 Fri

Bounces & Rhymes ~ Babies Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Children’s Wing Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Children from 0-18 months old may join us with their parent/caregiver for a few short stories and lots of singing and moving!

10 am
This event is in the "Children" group.

Out on an Adventure with Miss Dana!

10:30am - 11:15am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 15 2024 Mon

Out on an Adventure with Miss Dana!

10:30am - 11:15am
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other, Storytime
Description:

Story times around the community for all ages! Meet Miss Dana each Monday at a different location around East Berlin and the surrounding area. Please bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. Check our Facebook page for each week's location!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Tuesday Tales Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 16 2024 Tue

Tuesday Tales Storytime

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

We’re trying something new!

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 "Children" group.

Preschool Pals

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 16 2024 Tue

Preschool Pals

10:00am - 11:00am
Carroll Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Join Miss Crystal for stories, songs, playtime, and a craft.

For preschool children ages 3-5.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby Bookworms

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 17 2024 Wed

Baby Bookworms

10:00am - 11:00am
Carroll Valley Library
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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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 17 2024 Wed

Mother Goose on the Loose: Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Gettysburg Library
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Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

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

 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Stories & Hands on Adventure!

10:30am - 11:15am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 17 2024 Wed

Stories & Hands on Adventure!

10:30am - 11:15am
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Description:

Stories for all ages followed by a hands-on activity! (arts and crafts, sensory play, crafts you can eat, etc.)

This event is in the "Children" group.

Stories and More!

10:30am - 11:15am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 17 2024 Wed

Stories and More!

10:30am - 11:15am
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
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Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Story Time Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Story Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 17 2024 Wed

Preschool Story Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Littlestown Library
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Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Room: Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 18 2024 Thu

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Gettysburg Library
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Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 18 2024 Thu

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Littlestown Library
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Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Room: Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Twisted Sisters Spinning Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 19 2024 Fri

Twisted Sisters Spinning Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Adult Wing Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

The goal for Twisted Sisters is to share our love of fiber arts by hand spinning. We meet monthly, the third Friday from 10-12, and welcome anyone interested in learning about spinning and spinning wheels.

 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby Play and Learn Storytime

10:15am - 11:00am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 19 2024 Fri

Baby Play and Learn Storytime

10:15am - 11:00am
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
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Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Story Time Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Stories, songs and movement for babies and toddlers! Free play afterwards.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Movers & Shakers ~ Toddler & Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 19 2024 Fri

Movers & Shakers ~ Toddler & Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Children
Description:

Children ages 18 months - 5 years, join us for a story time with lots of movement, music, and engaging books.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 19 2024 Fri

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Gettysburg Library
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Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Babies and Books

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 19 2024 Fri

Babies and Books

10:30am - 11:30am
Littlestown Library
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Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Room: Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Join Miss Jess for Baby Story Time, filled with engaging activities to encourage early literacy! We'll have fun sharing stories, songs, bounces, rhymes, and more!

11 am
This event is in the "Adults" group.

A Wonder-a-Week

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 17 2024 Wed

A Wonder-a-Week

11:00am - 12:00pm
New Oxford Area Library
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Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Room: Library Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Description:

Join us on weekly virtual field trips at the New Oxford Library as we visit the Seven Wonders of the World!

No registration required.

JUN 26: The Great Wall of China

This event is in the "Children" group.

Adventures in Imagination

11:00am - 12:30pm
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 18 2024 Thu

Adventures in Imagination

11:00am - 12:30pm
Gettysburg Library
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Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Let your imagination come out of the box.  There will be cardboard boxes of various sizes to transform into whatever you like. What will you imagine?  Materials will be provided

This event is in the "Children" group.

Tiny Explorers: Outdoor Explorer Vest & Binoculars Craft

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 19 2024 Fri

Tiny Explorers: Outdoor Explorer Vest & Binoculars Craft

11:00am - 12:00pm
New Oxford Area Library
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Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Room: Library Space
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Get ready for a creative adventure combining crafting and pretend play! Our young patrons will transform into tiny explorers and get the opportunity to go on a “treasure hunt” while wearing their new outdoor explorer uniforms.

12 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Littlestown Adult Book Club

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 16 2024 Tue

Littlestown Adult Book Club

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Littlestown Library
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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.

JUN 18: The Maid by Nita Prose 

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
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jul 16 2024 Tue

Knot Another Stitch: Knit & Needle Crafts

12:30pm - 2:00pm
New Oxford Area Library
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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!

Drop-ins welcome. No registration required.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sit and Sew

12:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 18 2024 Thu

Sit and Sew

12:30pm - 3:30pm
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Adult Wing Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

On the first and third Thursdays of each month, bring your machine and current project. This group gets together to work on charity quilts as well as personal projects. Beginners welcome.

1 pm
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Explorers Club with Miss Dana

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children, Everyone
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jul 15 2024 Mon

Explorers Club with Miss Dana

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime
Description:

Meet Miss Dana at one of the "easy" GO Adams hikes for a story and an activity, followed by a hike to the rubbing post together!

This month: "SUNSCREEN" - Straban Park, 100 Smith Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Creative Card Making

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 15 2024 Mon

Creative Card Making

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
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Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Harbaugh-Thomas Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Create beautiful, unique handmade cards. All supplies provided. Session led by Cheryl Kauffman. Registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knitting Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 16 2024 Tue

Knitting Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
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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.

Harbaugh-Thomas Library Shelf Indulgence Book Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 18 2024 Thu

Harbaugh-Thomas Library Shelf Indulgence Book Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
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Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Description:

We hope to engage our readers by offering books with a variety of story lines, genres, pacing, characters, and moods. Mostly we read fiction, but may include one or two nonfiction titles over the course of the year.

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

Diamond Painting

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 18 2024 Thu

Diamond Painting

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
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Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Harbaugh-Thomas Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Adults and Teens

Drop in and try a sparkly diamond painting project. Bring your own, or a kit will be provided for your first session. Easy to learn and hard to stop. Join the addictive trend!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Full STEAM Ahead!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 19 2024 Fri

Full STEAM Ahead!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

Children ages 5 - 12 are invited for stories followed by a STEAM adventure! Follow us on Facebook to see posts of what the weekly STEAM activity will be.

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

Jigsaw Puzzle Contest

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 20 2024 Sat

Jigsaw Puzzle Contest

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
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Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Harbaugh-Thomas Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Description:

Adults and Teens are welcome. Register your own team of 3-4 people, or we will help you join up with others to create a 3-4 person team at this Jigsaw Puzzle Contest. All teams will be provided with the same 500 piece puzzle.

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

Saturday Matinee

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults, Everyone
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jul 20 2024 Sat

Saturday Matinee

1:30pm - 3:30pm
New Oxford Area Library
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Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Room: Library Space
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Movie
Description:

Join us at the New Oxford Library for a monthly Saturday afternoon screening of a classic film.

Stop in for a list of titles!

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

Club 1399

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 15 2024 Mon

Club 1399

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Gettysburg Library
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Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Description:

This program is for teens and adults with developmental disabilities and other needs.  There will be a craft and other activities to participate in.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

En Plein Air at the Community Park

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul 16 2024 Tue

En Plein Air at the Community Park

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Join us at the community park to enjoy the art of En Plein Air, a French phrase meaning "in the open air". This is a process of painting the open air scenery to create a masterpiece. Supplies and snacks will be provided.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Diamond Painting

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 16 2024 Tue

Adult Diamond Painting

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

Come relax and enjoy an afternoon of diamond painting. Participants will have several options of summer-themed paintings to choose from, varying from keychains, plant stakes, and more.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Carroll Valley Library Adult Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 17 2024 Wed

Carroll Valley Library Adult Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carroll Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Description:

Join us for some good company and conversation!

July's selection - The Martian by Andy Weir

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafty Cards

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 17 2024 Wed

Crafty Cards

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

Join us for card making classes on the 3rd Wednesdays of the month with Kathy Freeman. Limited seats available - please register online or by calling the library!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Diamond Painting Group

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 18 2024 Thu

Diamond Painting Group

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Carroll Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Bring your diamond painting project and join other diamond painting enthusiasts for a fun crafty afternoon! 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

AniManga Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul 19 2024 Fri

AniManga Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Adult Wing Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Other
Description:

Whether you are an avid fan of have a budding interest, join us on these afternoons to talk about your favorite anime and manga, or pick up a new favorite!

3 pm
This event is in the "Children" group.

Camping Themed Minute-to-Win-It Games

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 16 2024 Tue

Camping Themed Minute-to-Win-It Games

3:00pm - 4:00pm
New Oxford Area Library
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Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Room: Library Space
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Description:

Can you beat the clock and other kids while completing a challenge within 60 seconds? You will only have one minute to perform a given task. Get ready to have fun as these games can cause immense laughter and are always entertaining.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Painted Pinecone Pineapples

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 17 2024 Wed

Painted Pinecone Pineapples

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

Pineapples are trending! These tasty tropical fruits are not just a popular decoration in the summertime, they have been historically known to symbolize hospitality in early America.

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

Ace of Cupcakes

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children, Teens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul 18 2024 Thu

Ace of Cupcakes

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Littlestown Library
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Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Room: Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Description:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Travel Talks with Trina: Summer 2024 Series on Traveling in North America

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 18 2024 Thu

Travel Talks with Trina: Summer 2024 Series on Traveling in North America

3:00pm - 4:00pm
New Oxford Area Library
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Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Room: Library Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Description:

Let’s take an adventure exploring parts of North America.  Our first stop will be visiting beautiful Alaska. The Second stop will happen at the majestic national parks out west in Arizona and Utah.

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

Adventure Film Festival

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jul 19 2024 Fri

Adventure Film Festival

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Littlestown Library
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Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Room: Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Movie
Description:

Join us all summer long for adventure films for the whole family! Stop by the library for a complete list of films. Light snacks will be provided.

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

Disney Movie Afternoon

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Teens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul 19 2024 Fri

Disney Movie Afternoon

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
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Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Children, Teens
Registration Required
Description:

Are you a Disney lover? Come and join us for our Disney movie afternoon in the Teen Center! Popcorn will be provided.

4 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Gaming Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul 16 2024 Tue

Gaming Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
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Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Description:

Join the Harbaugh-Thomas Gaming Club to explore new games, hone your aim, improve your Smash skills, and much more. Space is limited and registration is required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Underground Adventures

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 17 2024 Wed

Underground Adventures

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Gettysburg Library
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Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Description:

JR Rouzer, a local author and illustrator, will be sharing an excerpt of her non-fiction children’s book “The World Around You: Under Your Feet” on July 17th at 4:30 PM.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Book Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul 19 2024 Fri

Teen BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Book Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Oxford Area Library
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Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Room: Library Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Description:

Join us one afternoon a month at the New Oxford Library with your latest read!  Our BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Book Club allows you to bring the book you're reading, a favorite book, or one that you just finished, and share it with other teen

5 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friends of the Trone Memorial Library Board Meeting

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 16 2024 Tue

Friends of the Trone Memorial Library Board Meeting

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
6 pm
This event is in the "Children" group.

Barks & Books

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 15 2024 Mon

Barks & Books

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Littlestown Library
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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
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jul 15 2024 Mon

Fun with Chess!

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Littlestown Library
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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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Ace of Cupcakes

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Teens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul 15 2024 Mon

Ace of Cupcakes

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Carroll Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Are you the best cupcake decorator in the county?

Come down to the Carroll Valley Library to show off your skills. 

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

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
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jul 15 2024 Mon

Knot Another Stitch: Knit & Needle Crafts

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

Pajama Storytime: Around the Campfire at Children of Gettysburg 1863

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 16 2024 Tue

Pajama Storytime: Around the Campfire at Children of Gettysburg 1863

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

JUNE 18/JULY 16/ AUGUST 20

6:30 PM

This event is in the "Children" group.

Stories and More!

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 16 2024 Tue

Stories and More!

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

Join Miss Barbara for books, songs, and activities. 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
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 16 2024 Tue

Writer's Group

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

Campfire Story Time

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 17 2024 Wed

Campfire Story Time

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Littlestown Library
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Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Room: Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Join us for stories around the “campfire” with Miss Jess. Pajamas and blankets welcome!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Reptile Invasion

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Everyone
Registration Required
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jul 18 2024 Thu

Reptile Invasion

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
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Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Harbaugh-Thomas Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Description:

All Ages Welcome! 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 back and watch.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Diamond Painting Evening

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul 18 2024 Thu

Teen Diamond Painting Evening

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Adult Wing Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Teens 12-18 can come in for a relaxing evening of making their own diamond painting coasters! Snacks and supplies will be provided. 

Registration Required.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

The Buzz About Bees!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Everyone
Registration Required
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jul 18 2024 Thu

The Buzz About Bees!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Trone Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other, Workshop
Registration Required
Description:

Kay Deardorff, aka Polly Nator, is an educator who is thrilled to explain what is buzzing inside the honey bee hive. She enjoys spreading the sweet story of the activities and characteristics of one of our greatest pollinators.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Introduction to Diamond Painting

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Everyone
Registration Required
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jul 18 2024 Thu

Introduction to Diamond Painting

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Carroll Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Interested in learning how to diamond paint? 

Come to one of our intro classes and make a colorful flower project.

Ages 7 and up.  Registration required.

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