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

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

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

Join us for a morning of gingerbread fun.  We will be making gingerbread crafts and eating the iconic treat. 

Registration Recommended

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. 

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

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

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!

Diamond Painting: Ugly Sweater Ornament
Thursday, December 5
10AM
Wear your favorite ugly holiday sweater and diamond paint an ugly sweater ornament.
Seating is Limited.
Registration Required

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

*Please note there is no storytime on 12/26 & 12/27

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.

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

*Please note there is no storytime on 12/26 & 12/27

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!

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.

When schools are closed, the library is still open!  December 2 both Bermudian Springs School District and Spring Grove Area School District is closed for students.  Come to the library for a story and a change to make edible Christmas t

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 help 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

DEC: DASH Robot/Coding

JAN: Chemical Changes

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

December 6 - Hot Cocoa Science

January 3 - Snowball Catapaults

Film Fridays: 
Keeping it Reel from Book to Movie
Friday, December 6 
1PM

Ages 8-Teens

Holiday teacup gnomes make the perfect decoration for your home around the holidays. They make wonderful gifts, too! Join us for an afternoon of crafting to get in the winter spirit. All materials provided.

Choose a shape and word you want to create into an ornament and select two colors of beads to represent 1s and 0s.

Try a casual, free online enneagram personality test to learn about your strengths and weaknesses or what you have in common with your friends. Enjoy taking this test for fun and discover which of the nine types you could be!

Try a casual, free online enneagram personality test to learn about your strengths and weaknesses or what you have in common with your friends. Enjoy taking this test for fun and discover which of the nine types you could be!

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! 

Try a casual, free online enneagram personality test to learn about your strengths and weaknesses or what you have in common with your friends. Enjoy taking this test for fun and discover which of the nine types you could be!

For Adults

We will be making wreaths and swags using a variety of greens, ribbons, and other holiday items. All supplies provided. 

Registration Required

Drop-in and create a pinecone Christmas tree that is easy to make and customize using minimal supplies. This craft may be a little messy so you are encouraged to wear clothing you can get dirty.

Try a casual, free online enneagram personality test to learn about your strengths and weaknesses or what you have in common with your friends. Enjoy taking this test for fun and discover which of the nine types you could be!

What’s this? We will be making crafts and watching the Tim Burton holiday film about The Pumpkin King Jack Skellington as he discovers Christmas for the first time. Snacks will be provided. 

1^st-2^nd grade 

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!

Registration Required

Complete fun tasks and win points. The person who earns the most points will win the challenge. 

Children in grades K-5 are invited to the library for an afterschool snack along with some stories.  

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

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!

Make an adorable cork reindeer to use as a gift or to decorate your Christmas tree! 

All ages!  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.

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

Staying Healthy in the Winter
Wednesday, December 4
6PM

The Gettysburg Writer’s Brigade 4th Anthology Meet and Greet
Thursday, December 5
6PM

Are you a gamer looking for a relaxing evening? Join us at the library to explore new games, hone your aim, improve your Smash skills, and much more. Held in the Teen Center. Registration Required

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/youth ages 8-14 are invited to the library to learn some basic cake decorating skills.  Each month we will learn how to use a new tip and make a new pattern or design.  Supplies will be provided.  Registration Requi

We invite you to join our teen book club!  Bring a snack to share.

December’s selection – Teen Killers Club by Lily Sparks

Ages 13-18. 

Come to the library to create a beautiful, handmade, sparkly Christmas ornament! 

Ages 16 and over. Registration required.

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.