Join us at the library every week for some stories and songs.

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

Story times around the community for all ages! Meet Miss Dana each Monday at a different location around East Berlin and the surrounding area. Please bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. 

This week we will be at:

We’re trying something new!

Join Miss Natasha for books, songs, fingerplays and activities with other babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Each week will have a new theme that encourages early literacy!

Join Miss Crystal for stories, songs, playtime, and a craft.

For preschool children ages 3-5.

Story time for children ages 0-3. 

Babies, toddlers, and their parent or caregiver will sing songs, do fingerplays, read books, and have playtime.

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

Stories for all ages followed by a hands-on activity! (arts and crafts, sensory play, crafts you can eat, etc.)

Join Miss Karin for books, songs, and activities. Geared towards children ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome!

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

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

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

Stories, songs and movement for babies and toddlers! Free play afterwards.

Children ages 18 months - 5 years, join us for a story time with lots of movement, music, and engaging books.

What is a citizen? Park Rangers from Eisenhower National Historic Site will be joining us as we explore the answer to this question, and walk in the footsteps of one of Gettysburg's most famous citizens.

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

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!

There will be different kinds of puzzles to participate in from jigsaw to word puzzles. You can also make your own puzzle! Please register online.

For children up to age 8

Miss Cindie leads a hands-on interactive music and rhythm experience for children up through age 8 and their grown-ups. Plenty of movement and music for all!

Registration required.

Come discuss books with fellow Littlestown bibliophiles! Check with the library for copies of the current selection.

JUN 18: The Maid by Nita Prose 

All needle crafters are welcome to join. Don’t know how to knit, crochet, or cross-stitch? That’s okay!

Drop-ins welcome. No registration required.

On the first and third Thursdays of each month, bring your machine and current project. This group gets together to work on charity quilts as well as personal projects. Beginners welcome.

Meet Miss Dana at one of the "easy" GO Adams hikes for a story and an activity, followed by a hike to the rubbing post together! 

Location - Griest Memorial Park for "FARM"

Nonfiction Book Club
Tuesday, June 18
1PM

Join us for a drop-in knitting time for knitters of all levels. Don’t know how to knit? Stop by and learn! Conversation and creativity abound.

We hope to engage our readers by offering books with a variety of story lines, genres, pacing, characters, and moods. Mostly we read fiction, but may include one or two nonfiction titles over the course of the year.

What’s for dinner, Mr. Owl? We’ll be adventuring into the world of owls and, by dissecting owl pellets, discover “what’s for dinner” by identifying bones and other items. For ages 6-12. Registration required.

Adults and Teens

Drop in and try a sparkly diamond painting project. Bring your own, or a kit will be provided for your first session. Easy to learn and hard to stop. Join the addictive trend!

Children ages 5 - 12 are invited for stories followed by a STEAM adventure! 

This week: DIY compasses and an orienteering activity

Registration required.

Take an adventure right here in the library with Dungeons and Dragons! Teens can join us every other Friday this summer to battle, travel, and win glory in this campaign!

Ages 5 - 12

This program is for teens and adults with developmental disabilities and other needs.  There will be a craft and other activities to participate in.

Ages 5-9

Could you survive on a deserted island? Join us to test your knowledge and maybe learn a survival skill.

Come relax and enjoy an afternoon of diamond painting. Participants will have several options of summer-themed paintings to choose from, varying from keychains, plant stakes, and more.

Join us for some good company and conversation!

June's selection - Sisters of Night and Fog by Erika Robuck

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

In Stitches
Thursday, June 20
2PM

Swifties unite! Join us for an afternoon of celebrating the iconic Taylor Swift. Activities will include bracelet making, and trivia, we may even sing a song or two. Taylor Swift outfits are encouraged.

Who doesn’t love a good adventure? Get ready to spark your imaginations this summer and go on adventures at home! After generating ideas together as a group, we’ll get crafty and create our own “choose an adventure” activity jar.

Do your feathered friends need a fanciful summer villa? Or maybe you’d like an eye-catching piece of handmade artwork to display upon your mantle?

Come learn all about extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) and balsamic vinegar in this tasty program presented by experts from Gettysburg Olive Oil Co.

Let’s take an adventure exploring parts of North America.  Our first stop will be visiting beautiful Alaska. The Second stop will happen at the majestic national parks out west in Arizona and Utah.

Welcome the summer season in the Teen Center by creating your own chalk art on a poster for the library! Face painting, snacks, and other activities will also be provided for additional summer fun. Come celebrate the season with us!

Kids will have fun exploring different ways to fold their paper to create a plane that soars to new heights! There will be printed instructions provided for our novice plane engineers.

Join us all summer long for adventure films for the whole family! Stop by the library for a complete list of films. Light snacks will be provided.

Join the Harbaugh-Thomas Gaming Club to explore new games, hone your aim, improve your Smash skills, and much more. Space is limited and registration is required.

The reptiles are visiting the library! Animal lovers will love meeting new scaly friends.

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!

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 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.

Using tree branches, sea glass, shells, stones, beads and other fun stuff, create a fun, natural hanging window decoration for your office or bedroom. 

Bring along your own mementos to hang to add a personal touch!

Children of all ages are invited to join us in the backyard of the library for a campfire! Miss Dana will read stories and participants will be able to roast marshmallows and maybe even sing a few campfire songs!

Segregation in Death; Gettysburg’s Lincoln Cemetery
Tuesday, June 18
6PM

JUNE 18/JULY 16/ AUGUST 20

6:30 PM

Join Miss Barbara for books, songs, and activities. Geared towards children ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome!

Staying Healthy in the Summer
Thursday, June 20 
6PM

Award-winning poet and flash fictionist Alba Sarria holds an all-inclusive group for adults (beginners or pros) who want to create, discuss, edit, publish, and actively do more creative writing.

Join us for this virtual murder mystery event!