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

Ages 0-18 months

Parents/caregivers along with their babies may join Miss Dana for a few short stories and lots of singing and moving.  Please note there will be no Bounces & Rhymes Storytime on November 28. 

All Ages welcome

Storytime followed by play to engage the senses.  Please note there will be no Stories and Sensory Play on October 13. 

Story time for preschool children ages 3 - 5. 

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

Join us for books, songs, fingerplays and activities with other babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Each week will have a new theme that encourages early literacy!

Crafting: Pumpkin Coaster Diamond Painting
Tuesday, Sept 16
10:00-11:00 AM
Join us for a morning of diamond painting.  This month we will do pumpkin coasters. Seating is limited.  

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.

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

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

All ages welcome. 

Stories 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.

Please note there is no storytime on November 27th

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

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.

Ages: birth-3

Stories, songs and movement led by Miss Barbara. Stay and play afterwards. Note there will be no storytime on Friday, Nov 28th.

Ages 18-36 months

Children and their caregivers may join us for a Storytime with lots of movement, music, and interactive books.  Please note there will be no Movers and Shakers Storytime on November 28. 

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

Please note there is no storytime on November 27th

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!

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

It’s Harvest time for Little Blue Truck.  Come hear a Little Blue Truck story and participate in fall activities. Registration Required

Come discuss books with fellow Littlestown bibliophiles! Check with the library for copies of the current selection.

Sept 16:  Thunder Dog by Michael Hingson

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.

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 3-5

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 a nonfiction title over the course of the year.

Adults and Teens

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

Registration recommended.

Adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join Miss Dana for a special book reading and related craft.  

Registration required.

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

Stop in or call for a list of titles!

Registration suggested.

Join us for some good company and conversation!

September's discussion book - Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

Join us for card making classes on the third Wednesdays of the month with Kathy Freeman. Limited seats available - please register online or by calling the library! Please note there will be no Crafty Cards Class during the month of December.

Craftopia: An Adult Crafting Club
Thursdays, Sept 18/Oct 16/Nov 20
2:00-4:00 PM

Is your keychain overloaded with store tags? Join us to create a diamond-painted keychain—perfect for organizing your tags, including your library card tag!

Ages 12-17

Compete in the ultimate showdown.  Play as iconic video game characters and prove you have what it takes to be a champion. Registration recommended 

Join us for a variety of art/tactile activities.  For Ages: 6–12

Sept: Fall leaf and flower prints

Oct: Pumpkin handwarmers

Nov: Let’s be thankful - Thanksgiving table mat.

This new monthly sewing program will focus on fun, creative hand-stitching, including embroidery and cross-stitch. Beginners are highly encouraged. All supplies will be provided. For ages 10-17. 

For All Ages! Join us for an animated film where the main character is a little insecure. She doesn’t have the magical powers others in her Colombian family possess. But she shows she can be brave and determined when it matters!

Ages 12-17

Do you like Anime and Manga? Come discuss what you're reading now and recommend some of your favorites. We will be watching an anime and having a snack.

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

Books and Brews
Wednesdays, Sept 17/Oct 15/Nov 19
5:30-7:00 PM

Ages 10-17

Calling all adventurers! Join us for a thrilling Dungeons and Dragons adventure and help save the day. Registration Required 

**POSTPONED - moved to Nov 6**

Ages: 8–12

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!

Ages: 7-11

Join us at the library for a magical painting adventure—create your own Van Gogh-esque Starry Night masterpiece!

Registration required.

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.

Preventing a Terrorist Attack
Tuesday, Sept 16
6:00-7:00 PM

The SMRR connected Carlisle to Pine Grove Furnace in Cumberland County. Constructed 1868-1869, this line was associated with the Cumberland Valley RR as well as the business interests of Jay Cooke, owner of Pine Grove Ironworks.

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

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.

All ages welcome

Families with children are invited to join us in the backyard of the library for a campfire.  Miss Dana will read stories and participants will be able to roast marshmallows and maybe even sing a few campfire songs.

Street Stories: Writing Oral History
Thursday, Sept 18
6:00-7:00 PM

Teens can come in for a relaxing evening of making their own diamond paintings! Supplies will be provided.

Registration required.

Are you a gamer looking for a relaxing afternoon? Join us at the library to explore new games, race your friends, practice your aim, and much more. Held in the Teen Center. For ages 10 and up. Registration required.