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A poster with reindeer on it that says, "Second Saturdays-Reindeer Games. December 14th at 10:30am. Children of all ages are invited to join Miss Dana each month on the second Saturday for stories and fun and games. Registration Recommended. *Please note there is no Second Saturday program in February."

Second Saturdays: Reindeer Games

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary Cash Room - Lower Level at Trone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Other, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Description:

Children of all ages are invited to join Miss Dana for reindeer stories, fun, and games.  Registration Required

Registration
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Children of all ages are invited to join Miss Dana for reindeer stories, fun, and games.  Registration Required

Christmas tree and festive sweaters

Festive Trivia

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
New Oxford Area Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone
Description:

Are you an expert on all things holiday related? Want to impress everyone with your extensive knowledge? We’ll be challenging our patrons of all ages to a...

Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Description:

Are you an expert on all things holiday related?

Want to impress everyone with your extensive knowledge?

A poster with the world on it that says, "Holidays Around the World. December 16th-20th. Children of all ages are invited to drop in and learn about winter holidays around the world. Stations will be set up with informational reading and activities."

Holidays Around the World

All Day 12/16 - 12/21
Trone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Description:

Children of all ages are invited to drop in and learn about winter holidays around the world.  Stations will be set up with informational reading, videos, and fun activities!

Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Description:

Children of all ages are invited to drop in and learn about winter holidays around the world.  Stations will be set up with informational reading, videos, and fun activities!

Barks & Books with Danny, our therapy dog.

Barks & Books

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Littlestown Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Description:

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!...

Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Description:

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!

Fun with chess! Mondays 6:00pm to 7:45 pm. All ages and skill levels welcome.

Fun with Chess!

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Littlestown Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone
Description:

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 loca...

Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Description:

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!

White Elephant Christmas Gift Game

White Elephant Christmas Gift Game

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Center at Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

Who doesn’t love a good mystery gift? Join us in the Teen Center to play the white elephant game, where you can choose a small surprise present or steal someone else’s. Everyone go...

Registration
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

Who doesn’t love a good mystery gift? Join us in the Teen Center to play the white elephant game, where you can choose a small surprise present or steal someone else’s. Everyone goes home with a gift! All presents will be provided.

WWII - Battle of the Bulge

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Third Floor Meeting Room at Gettysburg Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

WWII - Battle of the Bulge Thursday, December 19 6:30PM Join Leon Reed for a discussion on the anniversary of Eisenhower’s meeting and Patton’s bold promise “I can attack with 3...

Registration
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Description:

WWII - Battle of the Bulge
Thursday, December 19
6:30PM
Join Leon Reed for a discussion on the anniversary of Eisenhower’s meeting and Patton’s bold promise “I can attack with 3 divisions in 72 hours."

Homeschool Full Steam Ahead

Homeschool - Full Steam Ahead

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Community Room at Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Description:

K-6th Grade Join us for hands-on learning! We will focus on a different STEAM topic each month. Registration Required

Registration
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Harbaugh-Thomas Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Description:

K-6th Grade

Join us for hands-on learning! We will focus on a different STEAM topic each month.

Registration Required

Teen Homeschool

Teen Homeschool - Full Steam Ahead

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teen Center at Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

Join us for hands-on learning! We will focus on a different topic each month. Registration RequiredPlease register by 12/18/24

Registration
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Join us for hands-on learning! We will focus on a different topic each month. Registration Required

Please register by 12/18/24

Fun with chess! Mondays 6:00pm to 7:45 pm. All ages and skill levels welcome.

Fun with Chess!

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Littlestown Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone
Description:

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 loca...

Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Description:

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!

A poster with games on it that says, "Homeschool Club Tabletop Games. Homeschool children ages 3-18 are invited to meet up in our large program room and enjoy playing games with each other. The library will provide the games and the space. *Registration Required. December 27th, January 24th, and February 28th."

Homeschool Table Top Games

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mary Cash Room - Lower Level at Trone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Description:

Homeschool children ages 3-18 are invited to meet up in our large program room and enjoy playing games with each other.  The library will provide the games and the space. ...

Registration
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Description:

Homeschool children ages 3-18 are invited to meet up in our large program room and enjoy playing games with each other.  The library will provide the games and the space.  

Registration Required. 

Fun with chess! Mondays 6:00pm to 7:45 pm. All ages and skill levels welcome.

Fun with Chess!

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Littlestown Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone
Description:

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 loca...

Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Description:

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!

A poster with fireworks that says, "New Year's Eve Party! Children of all ages are invited to the library to ring in the new year. We will “countdown” to the new year with fun activities and stories. *Registration Required. Tuesday, December 31st from 4:40-5:30pm."

New Year's Eve Party

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Mary Cash Room - Lower Level at Trone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Description:

Children of all ages are invited to the library to ring in the new year.  We will "countdown" to the new year with fun activities and stories.  Registration Required

Registration
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Description:

Children of all ages are invited to the library to ring in the new year.  We will "countdown" to the new year with fun activities and stories.  Registration Required

Teen Subscription Boxes

Teen Subscription Boxes

All Day 1/1 - 1/8
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

Sign up to receive a monthly subscription box, complete with a library book selected for you by staff as well as surprise gifts inside! Boxes are to be picked up at the Harbaugh-Th...

Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Description:

Sign up to receive a monthly subscription box, complete with a library book selected for you by staff as well as surprise gifts inside! Boxes are to be picked up at the Harbaugh-Thomas Library during the first week of each month.

Pen, notebook, and keyboard accompanying text

Adult Writing Contest

01/01/2025 @ 12:00am to 01/20/2025 @ 11:45pm
Trone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Adults 19+ of all writing levels are invited to participate in this contest! Submissions will be due by January 20th and the winners will be announced on the 31st. Submissions will...

Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Description:

Adults 19+ of all writing levels are invited to participate in this contest! Submissions will be due by January 20th and the winners will be announced on the 31st. Submissions will ONLY be accepted if they follow the prompt listed.

Danny, the dog, wearing a Christmas sweater

Barks & Books: Read to a Therapy Dog

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Area at New Oxford Area Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Description:

Sign up for a 15-minute session with a sweet, furry friend! Practice reading to KPets Therapy dog, Danny. Register by visiting or calling the library at 717-624-2182.

Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Description:

Sign up for a 15-minute session with a sweet, furry friend! Practice reading to KPets Therapy dog, Danny.

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

Text about event accompanying different types of scientific equipment

Homeschool Afternoon

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult Wing Meeting Room at Trone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

Homeschool teens in 7th to 12th grade are able to join us on these afternoons for interactive fun and learning! Registration RequiredDEC: DASH Robot/CodingJAN: Chemical Change...

Registration
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Adult Wing Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Homeschool teens in 7th to 12th grade are able to join us on these afternoons for interactive fun and learning! Registration Required

DEC: DASH Robot/Coding

JAN: Chemical Changes

A poster with a catapult that says, "Homeschool Club STEAM. Snowball catapults. Friday, January 3rd from 1-2pm. Homeschool children ages 5-12 are invited to join us on these afternoons for interactive stories, STEAM activities, and fun. *Registration Required."

Homeschool Club STEAM

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mary Cash Room - Lower Level at Trone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Description:

Homeschool children ages 5-12 are invited to join us on these afternoons for interactive stories, STEAM activities, and fun.  December 6 - Hot Cocoa ScienceJanuary 3 - Sn...

Registration
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Description:

Homeschool children ages 5-12 are invited to join us on these afternoons for interactive stories, STEAM activities, and fun.  

December 6 - Hot Cocoa Science

January 3 - Snowball Catapaults

2024-2025 Winter Playdough

Invitation to Play...dough

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Littlestown Community Meeting Room at Littlestown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Children
Description:

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.

Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Room: Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Description:

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.

Adams Economic Alliance: Who we are and what we do!

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Third Floor Meeting Room at Gettysburg Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Adams Economic Alliance: Who we are and what we do! Wednesday, January 8 10AM Learn more about how the team at the Alliance can help your business grow! We offer small business ...

Registration
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

Adams Economic Alliance: Who we are and what we do!
Wednesday, January 8
10AM

Gettysburg Library Genealogy Club

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Third Floor Meeting Room at Gettysburg Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Gettysburg Library Genealogy Club Wednesday, January 8 2PM Interested in genealogy? Want to learn more about your ancestors? The Gettysburg Library Genealogy Club will meet to e...

Registration
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

Gettysburg Library Genealogy Club
Wednesday, January 8
2PM

Crash Team Racing Competition

Crash Team Racing Competition: Game #1

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Center at Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

There are two time slots available for this event. This is the registration for Game #1, which takes place from 3:00-4:00PM. If you’re a fan of Mario Kart, you’re sure to enjoy ...

Registration
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Description:

There are two time slots available for this event. This is the registration for Game #1, which takes place from 3:00-4:00PM.

Crash Team Racing Competition

Crash Team Racing Competition: Game #2

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Center at Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

There are two time slots available for this event. This is the registration for Game #2, which takes place from 4:30-5:30PM. If you’re a fan of Mario Kart, you’re sure to enjoy ...

Registration
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Description:

There are two time slots available for this event. This is the registration for Game #2, which takes place from 4:30-5:30PM.

LEGOPalooza!

LEGOpalooza!

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Story Time Area at Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Description:

Ages 4-12 Lots and lots of LEGO bricks. Free play with optional fun challenges! Registration Required

Registration
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Story Time Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Ages 4-12

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

Registration Required