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
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.
Monday, Dec 1–Saturday, Dec 20
Reduce your holiday stress and the need to wrap gifts in secret. Wrap your gifts for free at the library! Bring your own supplies or use our wrapping paper, ribbons, tape, scissors, and table space.