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

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

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!

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!

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

For preschool children ages 3-5.

This is your invitation to play…dough! Each month we’ll have themed challenge stations where your little one can explore and create with play dough. For ages 2-5.

Story time for children ages 0-3. 

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

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

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

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

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

Each month this group reads a different genre and the discussions focus on literary critique, gaining new perspectives, and being able to chat with other readers!

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

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

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

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

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!

Come join us at the library for an end of summer celebration with Olympic themed activities! This celebration will be held at the library from 10:30am-12:00pm. Please check our Facebook page, website, or call the library for details!

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

Our toddler friends will get to practice practical life skills of pouring and scooping by creating their own trail mix.

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.

Create your own custom t-shirt with our t-shirt machine. Make sure to bring a white or light colored shirt from home. For all ages.

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.

Ages 5 - 12. Bring your own cotton t-shirt, decorate it here at the library, and take home your very own wearable work of art!

Children ages 5 - 12 are invited for stories followed by a STEAM adventure! 

This week we will be using our engineering and arts skills to construct animal and creature traps.

Registration required.

Tech Time!
Friday, Aug 9
1PM

Need a pick-me-up? Grab some popcorn and prepare for an afternoon of laughs with our comedy movie afternoon! Popcorn will be provided.

Gettysburg Library Genealogy Club
Wednesday, Aug 7
2PM

7th-8th grade 

Read the book and then watch the movie.  Discuss both and decide which was better.  For those entering 7th or 8th grade. Registration required.  Please register at the Children’s desk.

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!

Have you been wondering what you could do with the old maps that you’ve saved that are collecting dust? What about the memories of past expeditions you’ve taken that are stowed away in a box?

For children aged 4-12.

Lots and lots of LEGO bricks. Free play with optional fun challenges!

Create some wall decor that will turn your space into an ocean adventure.  For ages 10-18. Registration required.

Geared for ages 5-13. Explore the world of dinosaurs with field paleontologists Mike and Roberta Straka. This event even includes a mini-dinosaur digging session!

All Ages

Drop in for our end of SummerQuest sundae party!

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.

Winners from each library branch will be competing in the final battle at the Gettysburg library. 

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.

Prior to attending this program, you’ll need to collect a few small items that you think represent memories of your life.

Kindergarten- 5^th grade

JUNE 13- the beach 

JULY 11- The Olympics 

AUGUST 8- ice cream 

Join us in the afternoon and make a seasonal craft.

Children aged 8-12, pick up your book club book at the library! Then, join us on these dates for quick book talk, followed by watching the movie on our big screen in the basement. We will provide popcorn! Families are also welcome to join us.

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

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!

Channel your inner beach bum! 

Make a sand art keychain that will look great on a backpack or purse! 

Ages 11-18.  Registration required.

Reading to a therapy dog helps to build confidence in new or reluctant readers. 

Bring your child to the library to read to Danny, our favorite pup!  He's a great listener!

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.

What Makes Your Homeowners Policy So Important!
Tuesday, Aug 6
6PM

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

Mike and Roberta will present the “Dinosaur Adventure Show.”

They will explain how they became interested in science and the work of a scientist. 

Award-winning poet and flash fictionist Alba Sarria holds an all-inclusive group for adults (beginners or pros) who want to create, discuss, edit, publish, and actively do more creative writing.

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.

Sign up for a 15 minute time slot to practice reading to a Therapy dog! This program is for children who love dogs and want to practice their reading. The dogs LOVE hearing our stories!

Registration is required.

Join us for this virtual book club where we'll be reading and discussing books around the themes of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Experience engaging and insightful conversation each month at this virtual program.

Science Fiction Book Club
Thursday, Aug 8
6:30PM

Are you interested in becoming more involved in your community and supporting the library? Join the Friends of Littlestown Library. Stop by or contact the library for more information.