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.

Stories for all ages followed by play to engage the senses.

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.

WWII Museum Tour - Focus on Maps
Tuesday, October 1 
10AM  
Join us for a tour of the WWII Museum with a focus on their maps.
Registration Required.
Space is limited.

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 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!

Stories for all ages followed by a simple arts and crafts project.

 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!

Stories, songs and movement for babies and toddlers led by Miss Barbara! Free play afterwards.

Children ages 18 months - 36 months, join us for a storytime with lots of movement, music, and interactive 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!

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!

In partnership with the Adams County Community Foundation Giving Spree, the Adams County Library is pleased to present nine Donor Information Sessions in October.

In partnership with the Adams County Community Foundation Giving Spree, the Adams County Library is pleased to present nine Donor Information Sessions in October.

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.

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.

Children ages 3-5 are invited to a storytime that will prepare them for kindergarten by practicing pre-academic skills (letters, numbers, calendar, and fine motor skills) through books and activities. 

Adults and Teens

Join us for some sparkly fun. Bring your own project, or once a month select a small kit from our collection!

Homeschool teens in 7th to 12th grade are able to join us on these afternoons for interactive fun and learning. Registration required.

September: Rube Goldberg Inventions

Homeschool children from ages 5-12 are invited to join us on these afternoons for interactive stories, STEAM activities, and fun.

September: Rube Goldberg Inventions

Gettysburg Library Genealogy Club
Wednesday, October 2 
2PM

Welcome to the True Crime Book Club! Each month, read a true crime nonfiction book of your choice and share the scares with fellow readers at our monthly meeting. 

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

Join us in the Teen Center to watch some spooky cartoon episodes that are perfect for Halloween! Popcorn and candy will be provided.

It’s time to think about why you love books and specifically the very BEST book you’ve ever read. What made it so wonderful? We want you to share and recommend books for other patrons, because the best book feedback comes from you!

Join us once a month to discuss a good book and share a snack.

Ages 4-12

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

Children ages 5-12 (grades K-5) are invited to the library for an afterschool snack along with some stories.

What’s for dinner, Mr. Owl? We’ll be adventuring into the world of owls and, by dissecting owl pellets, discover “what’s for dinner” by identifying bones and other items. For ages 6-12. Registration required.

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.

Join local architect, Walt Geiger, on a walking tour of East Berlin. Enjoy an in-depth discussion of the various architectural details and stories about the past residents of the area.

A chill is in the air and the season is upon us.

Join Rob Ross for a spooky painting with a hidden aura.

The same painting is offered on two separate nights, 9/30 and 11/18, so please only sign up for one night.

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 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.

Teens can come in and enjoy some popcorn while they watch this book-turned-movie series!

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

Bring a team of 3-4 people to the library for a Jigsaw Puzzle Contest.

All teams will be provided with a 500-piece puzzle.

The first team to finish wins bragging rights and a small prize!

Registration required.

Peng Shepherd Discusses The Cartographers
Thursday, October 3
6:00PM

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.

Sign up for a 15-minute session with a sweet, furry friend! Practice reading to KPets Therapy dog, Danny.

Register by visiting or calling the library at 717-624-2182.

Children ages 10-14

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.