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!

This is your invitation to play…dough! Each month we’ll have themed 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, read books, do a craft and have playtime.

Ages: 1–7

This music program for all abilities is interactive, engaging, and FUN! Mixing story with movement and music, board certified music therapist Amy Buser will keep things rocking!

 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!

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!

All ages welcome

Join Miss Dana each month on the Second Saturday for stories, fun, and games. 

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

The Disney classic is turning 75 this year.  There will be crafts and snacks to celebrate the glass- slipper wearing princess.

Registration required 

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.

This 1986 comedy is about three successive family Thanksgiving dinners for Hannah, her younger sisters, and the men in their lives. Directed by Woody Allen. Rated PG-13. Popcorn and beverages provided.

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

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.

Ages 5-12

Children who are homeschooled are invited to join us on these afternoons for stories, STEAM activities, and fun.  

Our November program will use the technology, Makey Makey.

Homeschool teens and tweens are invited to join us on these afternoons for interactive learning. Please note: the October meeting will be at 12:00pm.

Registration required.

Film Fridays: 
Keeping it Reel from Book to Movie
Fridays, Sept 5/Oct 3/Nov 7
1:00-4:00 PM

Gettysburg Library Genealogy Club
Wednesdays, Sept 3/Oct 1/Nov 5
2:00-3:00 PM

Get creative with Kathy Freeman as she guides you to make one-of-a-kind greeting cards with matching envelopes using cardstock, stamps and ink. All materials provided. 

Registration required.

Crafting: Felting - Making A Felt Gnome
Thursday, Nov 6
2:00-4:00 PM

Use a variety of craft supplies to create your own masterpiece.  All materials will be provided. 

Registration encouraged

Watch funny videos in the Teen Center while you snack on popcorn. Will you be able to make it through the video without laughing? Take on the challenge!

Go on a “tour” of the Barn Quilts of Carroll County without leaving the library. Learn about the history of the trail and take a look at some of the 50 total barn quilt squares along the trail.

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.

Design and create your own keychains, jewelry, and personal flair out of shrink art paper. For ages 10-17.

Registration recommended.

Ages: 4–12

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

Registration required.

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

**Rescheduled from Sept 18**

Ages: 8–12

First Friday Jam Sessions
Fridays, Sept 5/Nov 7
5:00-6:00 PM

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!

Ages: 11-18

Bring the solar system to life! 

Use creative color combinations to make your own glowing planet using ping pong balls and tea lights!

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 KPets pup!

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.

Get ready to shout “BINGO” tonight! Join us and play a few rounds of bingo with the chance to win books of your choice! 

Registration required. All ages welcome.

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

Author Talk: Archer O’Brien
Glass Half Full, A Volume of Three Verse Poetry
Wednesday, Nov 5
6:00-7:00 PM

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.

Medicare AEP 
Thursday, Nov 6
6:00-7:00 PM

Sign up for a 15-minute session with a sweet, furry friend! Practice reading to a KPETS therapy dog. 

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

Ages 5-12

Join our teen book club and discover new books and graphic novels! 

Bring a snack to share.  Ages 13-18. 

November's discussion book - Passport by Sophia Glock