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. 

Story time for preschool children ages 3 - 5. 

Join us for stories, songs, playtime, and a craft. 

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!

Story time for children ages 0 - 3. 

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

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WEDNESDAY, MAR 5, 12, 19, 26, APR 2, 9
10AM

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

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

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

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

Join us at the library for stories, songs, and crafts.

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

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

Join us at the library for stories, songs, and crafts.

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!

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. 

Mystery Book Club
THURSDAY, MAR 27 - We will explore the book, Kingdoms of Savannah by George Dawes Green.
THURSDAY, APR 24 - We will explore the book, Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz.

Coloring Classics
FRIDAY, MAR 28
1:00 PM

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Just in time for spring! We will provide you with a small butterfly-shaped diamond art project and all of the pieces you will need to complete it. When you’re done you get to take your sparkling butterfly home.

Crafty Cards
WEDNESDAY, MAR 26
2:00 PM

Time to get those seeds started before the last frost of the season hits! Get your herb and vegetable plants potted among other plant-lovers. Discuss gardening, plant varieties, and each others' upcoming projects. All supplies provided.

Sheep rule the world! Annette Ehly presents the story of wool from fleece to fabric, a process that has shaped world economies past and present.

Will you be the Teen Center’s next Jenga champion? Take a chance, pick a block, and hope for the best! The winner of the tournament receives a prize. Registration Required.

This book discussion meets virtually on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 4:00PM via Zoom. Email jbtbookclub@adamslibrary.org or call the library to reserve a copy. 

Learn about Evie Hone, an Irish painter and stained glass artist, then create your own unique masterpiece based on her works. For ages 6-12. Registration Required.

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

Join us for dazzling diamond painting! Create a colorful seasonal project with the art of diamond painting. Beginners welcome. All supplies will be provided. Registration Required.

Join us for a special story time and activity with YWCA Hanover Safe Home as Mrs. Shanda will read "Once I Was Very Very Scared" by Chandra Ghosh Ippen-a story about understanding and expressing your fears. 

Join the Harbaugh-Thomas Gaming Club to explore new games, hone your aim, improve your Smash skills, and much more. Please note there is no Gaming Club on May 27th. Registration Required.

We’re bringing out the boards, dice and cards for this night of fun. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a board game enthusiast, you’re encouraged to bring the competition!

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.

One Patch of Grass in Harrisburg
TUESDAY, MAR 25 
6:00 PM

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

This book discussion meets in-person on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30PM. Email jbtbookclub@adamslibrary.org or call the library to reserve a copy.

Join us for this in-person murder mystery event!

Teens ages 12-18 can come in for a relaxing evening of making their own diamond paintings! Supplies will be provided. Registration required

Join us in welcoming lifelong hiker Gwenyth Loose, author of We Were There, Too: Pioneering Appalachian Trail Women, and hear about the untold stories of women who shaped the history of the A.T.

Staying Healthy in the Spring
THURSDAY, MAR 27
6:00 PM

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.

Mary Jemison was just 15 when she was abducted in 1758 from her Buchanan Valley home.