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Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

 Join us at the library for stories, songs, and a craft.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Littlestown Library
Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Room: Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

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

Registration
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Harbaugh-Thomas Community Room
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 61
Description:

In partnership with the Adams County Community Foundation Giving Spree, the Adams County Library is pleased to present nine Donor Information Sessions in October.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mindful Movement

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Littlestown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Room: Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

Join us for some mindful movement. We’ll move and walk together inside the library as we relax, clear our minds, and focus on the now. Registration encouraged.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Crafternoon

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Children
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Kindergarten- 5th grade

SEPTEMBER 12 Back to School 

OCTOBER 10-  Pumpkins

NOVEMBER 14- Thanksgiving Cornucopia


Join us in the afternoon and make a seasonal craft.

This event is in the "Children" group.

After School Craft Time

4:30pm - 5:45pm
Children
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Registration
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Harbaugh-Thomas Board Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Description:

Ages 6-12

Join us for a variety of art/tactile activities. 

September: Fall is coming

October: Pumpkin time

November: Let’s be thankful

This event is in the "Children" group.

Afterschool Snacks and Stories

4:45pm - 5:30pm
Children
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Children’s Wing Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Children ages 5-12 (grades K-5) are invited to the library for an afterschool snack along with some stories.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Smokey the Bear's Birthday Celebration

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other, Storytime
Description:

Smokey the Bear turns 80 years old this year and he is coming to the library this evening to celebrate with us!  Stop by the library to wish Smokey a Happy Birthday and to learn about fire prevention, wildfires, and the environment.  Als

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Campfire S'mores

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Trone Memorial Library
Registration
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

After visiting with Smokey Bear, teens can head out back to (safely!) enjoy some s'mores!

Registration required.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Introduction to Diamond painting

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Everyone
Carroll Valley Library
Registration
Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:

Interested in learning how to diamond paint? 

Come to one of our intro classes and make a colorful flower project.

Ages 7 and up.  Registration required.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

CARROLL VALLEY LIBRARY TEEN BOOK CLUB

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Carroll Valley Library
Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Description:

We invite you to join our teen book club!  Bring a snack to share.

October’s selection – Shadowland by Meg Cabot

Ages 13-18. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Delving Into Diversity

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Virtual Event
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

Join us for this virtual book club where we'll be reading and discussing books around the themes of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Experience engaging and insightful conversation each month at this virtual program.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Science Fiction Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Gettysburg Library
Registration
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

Science Fiction Book Club
Thursday, October 10 
6:30PM

This event is in the "Children" group.

Bounces and Rhymes - Baby Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Children
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Children’s Wing Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Children from 0-18 months old may join us with their parent/caregiver for a few short stories and lots of singing and moving.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

The Cartographers: Book Discussion

10:00am - 11:00am
Teens, Adults, Everyone
Gettysburg Library
Registration
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Book Club, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Description:

Book Discussion: The Cartographers 
Friday, October 11
10AM
Join us as we discuss this year’s One Book, The Cartographers by Peng Shepherd.
Registration Required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Movers and Shakers - Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Children’s Wing Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Children ages 18 months - 36 months, join us for a storytime with lots of movement, music, and interactive books.

 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

 Join us at the library for stories, songs, and a craft.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Babies and Books

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Littlestown Library
Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Room: Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

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!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Fruit Stand Friday

11:00am - 11:30am
Children
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Description:

SEPTEMBER 13/ OCTOBER 11/ NOVEMBER 8 

11:00 AM 

Come learn about new fruits, make a craft, and sample fruit. Each month we will celebrate a different fruit. 

September- Grapes

October- Apple 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Time!

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Gettysburg Library
Registration
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Description:

Tech Time!
Friday, October 11 
1PM

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Craft-Tea Afternoons

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Littlestown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Room: Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Description:

Adults: join us for an afternoon of tea, relaxation, and crafting. Each month we'll be making a fun, simple, seasonal craft in a no-stress environment. Registration is encouraged but not required.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

“Girls’ Night In” Themed Throwback Movies

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens
New Oxford Area Library
Registration
Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Room: Library Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

SECOND FRIDAYS

This event is in the "Children" group.

Pumpkin Palooza

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Trone Memorial Library
Registration
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Description:

All ages

Join Miss Dana for a morning all about pumpkins. There will be pumpkin themed books followed by stations with crafts, science, and more!

 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Video Game Palooza

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Registration
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Are you a gamer looking for a relaxing afternoon? Join us at the library to explore new games, hone your aim, improve your Smash skills, and much more. Held in the Teen Center. Space is limited and registration is required for each date.