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Keyboard Art

3:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Teens
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Stop into the Teen Center to decorate keys on an upcycled computer keyboard. Once the keyboard is full of color, it will be displayed in the Teen Center as an art piece!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Volcano Night

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Trone Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Teens are welcomed into the library this evening to create their own volcanic eruptions to send off summer! Supplies will be provided. Registration Required

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Introduction to Diamond Painting

6:30pm–7:30pm
Everyone
Carroll Valley Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Interested in learning how to diamond paint?

Come to one of our intro classes and make a small colorful project!

Ages 7 and up.  Registration required.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Sand Zen Gardens

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens
Carroll Valley Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Ages 11-18

Find your inner peace at the library. Make a mini Zen sand garden that will help you avoid distractions and stimulate meditation.

Registration required 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Science Fiction Book Club

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

Science Fiction Book Club
THURSDAY, JUNE 12 - We will explore the book, Dandelion Wine by Ray Bradbury.
THURSDAY, JULY 10 - We will explore the book, The Ministry for the Future by Kim Stanley Robinson.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Twisted Sisters Spinning Group

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch: Trone Memorial Library
Room: Adult Wing Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

The goal for Twisted Sisters is to share our love of fiber arts by hand spinning. We meet monthly, the third Friday from 10-12, and welcome anyone interested in learning about spinning and spinning wheels.

This event is in the "Children" group

Baby and Toddler Play and Learn Storytime

10:15am–11:00am
Children
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Story Time Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Stories, songs and movement for babies and toddlers with Miss Barbara! Stay and play after. Please note there is no storytime on June 13th or July 4th.

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 "Adults" group

Diamond Painters

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Carroll Valley Library
Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

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

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

T-shirt/Tote Bag Printing Press

1:30pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Harbaugh-Thomas Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

For Teens and Adults. Bring your own cotton t-shirt or tote bag, decorate it here at the library, and take home your very own wearable work of art!  Cotton fabric and light colors will work best.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Veteran Resource Event

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Description:

Veteran Resource Event
Third Friday of Each Month
2PM - 4PM
March 21, April 18, May 16, June 20, July 15 (TUESDAY), August 15

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Summer Tween and Teen Art Club

2:15pm–3:00pm
Children, Teens
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Drop into the Teen Center to get creative by drawing or painting your own unique picture. We will also have coloring books available. Meet other art lovers and share your work! There will be an optional prompt every week for inspiration.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Diamond Painting for Teens & Tweens

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens
Littlestown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Room: Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for dazzling diamond painting! Create a colorful seasonal project with the art of diamond painting. Beginners welcome. All supplies will be provided. 

Registration Required

This event is in the "Teens" group

Animania Meet-Up

4:45pm–5:45pm
Teens
New Oxford Area Library
Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Room: Library Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Description:

Drop by the library to join other manga and anime enthusiasts once a month!

Activities will include watching anime, eating Japanese and Korean snacks, and discussing the cultural relevance of this art form.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Animated Film Festival

1:00pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Littlestown Library
Library Branch: Littlestown Library
Room: Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movie
Description:

This summer, we're screening films known for their unique, interesting, or ground-breaking animation! Call or stop by the Littlestown Library for a complete list of films and their schedule.

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

Saturday Matinee

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults, Everyone
New Oxford Area Library
Library Branch: New Oxford Area Library
Room: Library Space
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Movie
Description:

Join us at the New Oxford Library for a monthly Saturday afternoon screening of a classic film.

Stop in or call for a list of titles!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Animonday

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch: Gettysburg Library
Room: Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Description:

Do you like Anime and Manga? Come discuss what you're reading now and recommend some of your favorites.  We will be watching an anime and having a snack.

 

This event is in the "Children" group

Barks & Books

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Littlestown Library
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!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Fun with Chess!

6:00pm–7:45pm
Everyone
Littlestown Library
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!

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

Knot Another Stitch: Knit & Needle Crafts

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Everyone
Virtual Event
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Event
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

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.

Registration is required.

This event is in the "Children" group

Shrinky Dink Keychains

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Carroll Valley Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Design and color a Shrinky Dink keychain, phone charm, bracelet, or magnet. 

Then put it in our oven and watch the magic happen! 

Ages 5-10. Registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Water Gardening

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Carroll Valley Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Description:

Discover the wonderful world of water gardening starting with the basics of building an ecosystem pond along with the joy of choosing different types of plants and fish to complete your outdoor relaxation oasis.  

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Pals

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Carroll Valley Library
Library Branch: Carroll Valley Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Story time for preschool children ages 3 - 5. 

Join us for stories, songs, playtime, and a craft.