Mission, Vision, and Values
It is the vision of the Adams County Library System to see every life fulfilled. To work toward fulfillment of that vision, we have adopted the following:
- Mission: Open Gateways for Exploration
- Purpose: Connecting people to opportunities to enrich their lives
- Core Values: Excellence, Trustworthiness, Stewardship

Upcoming Events
Join us at the library for stories, songs, and crafts.
Please note there is no storytime on November 27th
Drop in any time during the post-Thanksgiving weekend to relax and enjoy a family-friendly holiday film while you warm up with some hot chocolate. Stop by the library for a full schedule of movies.
Drop in any time during the post-Thanksgiving weekend to relax and enjoy a family-friendly holiday film while you warm up with some hot chocolate. Stop by the library for a full schedule of movies.
Enjoy a story and the outdoors at the same time!
Read a story on display posts as you are walking in the beautiful Carroll Valley Park!
Dec & Jan: Out Cold by Ryan T. Higgins
Receive a monthly Book and Snack Box, complete with a library book selected for you by staff as well as one snack to eat! Boxes will be ready to pick up at the Harbaugh-Thomas Library during the first day of each month.
All ages are invited to get into the holiday spirit by entering our gingerbread house contests! Entries will be accepted Dec. 1-20 and voting will take place Dec. 22-31.