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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.
Children,
Teens,
Adults,
Everyone
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.
Three Sentence Horror Story Contest
All Day 10/1 - 10/25
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Library Branch:
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Age Group:
Children,
Teens,
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Other
Description:
Can you write the spookiest story in just three sentences? Create an original three sentence scary story and send it to harbaughthomas@adamslibrary.org.
Participants may submit up to three stories.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Courtyard StoryWalk®
All Day 10/1 - 10/31
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Library Branch:
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Description:
Enjoy an interactive story experience with a StoryWalk® outside in our courtyard!
OCTOBER: The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Exploring the Neighborhood - East Berlin History Hunt
All Day 10/1 - 10/31
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch:
Trone Memorial Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Other
Description:
How well do you know the history of East Berlin? Put your knowledge to the test by completing an East Berlin History Hunt!
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Monthly Craft: Haunted House Crafting
All Day 10/1 - 10/31
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Library Branch:
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Description:
Enjoy the spooky season by creating your own haunted house out of scrapbook paper, stickers, art, and whatever else your imagination brings you! Your haunted house will make a perfect Halloween decoration!
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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.
Children,
Teens,
Adults,
Everyone
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.
Pumpkin Decorating Contest
All Day 10/1 - 10/31
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch:
Trone Memorial Library
Age Group:
Children,
Teens,
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Description:
Enter the Trone Memorial Library’s Pumpkin Decorating Contest! This competition is for all ages.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
23
2024
Wed
Baby Storytime
9:30am - 10:00am
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch:
Gettysburg Library
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
Join us at the library every week for some stories and songs.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
25
2024
Fri
Bounces and Rhymes - Baby Storytime
9:30am - 10:00am
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.
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10 am |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
21
2024
Mon
Stories and Sensory Play
10:30am - 11:15am
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch:
Trone Memorial Library
Room:
Children’s Wing Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
Stories for all ages followed by play to engage the senses.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
22
2024
Tue
Preschool Pals
10:00am - 11:00am
Carroll Valley Library
Library Branch:
Carroll Valley Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
Join Miss Crystal for stories, songs, playtime, and a craft.
For preschool children ages 3-5.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
23
2024
Wed
Baby Bookworms
10:00am - 11:00am
Carroll Valley Library
Library Branch:
Carroll Valley Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
Story time for children ages 0-3.
Babies, toddlers, and their parent or caregiver will sing songs, do fingerplays, read books, and have playtime.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
23
2024
Wed
Toddler Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch:
Gettysburg Library
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
23
2024
Wed
Stories and More!
10:30am - 11:15am
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Library Branch:
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room:
Story Time Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
Join Miss Karin for books, songs, and activities. Geared towards children ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome!
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
23
2024
Wed
Preschool Story Time
10:30am - 11:30am
Littlestown Library
Library Branch:
Littlestown Library
Room:
Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
Join Miss Jess for Preschool Story Time! We'll have fun and encourage early literacy through stories, songs, movement, and more!
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
23
2024
Wed
Stories and Something to Make
10:30am - 11:30am
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch:
Trone Memorial Library
Room:
Children’s Wing Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
Description:
Stories for all ages followed by a simple arts and crafts project.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
24
2024
Thu
Preschool Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
24
2024
Thu
Toddler Time
10:30am - 11:30am
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!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
25
2024
Fri
Movers and Shakers - Toddler Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
25
2024
Fri
Preschool Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
25
2024
Fri
Babies and Books
10:30am - 11:30am
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!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
25
2024
Fri
Explore Music and Rhythm
11:00am - 12:00pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Library Branch:
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room:
Harbaugh-Thomas Community Room
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
40
Description:
Up to age 6
Miss Cindie leads a hands-on interactive music and rhythm experience for children up through age 6 and their grown-ups. Plenty of movement and music for all! Registration required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Oct
22
2024
Tue
Knot Another Stitch: Knit & Needle Crafts
12:30pm - 2:00pm
New Oxford Area Library
Library Branch:
New Oxford Area Library
Room:
Library Space
Age Group:
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Description:
All needle crafters are welcome to join.
Don’t know how to knit, crochet, or cross-stitch? That’s okay! Bring your own materials and be ready to learn!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
23
2024
Wed
Adams County Community Foundation Giving Spree Donor Information Sessions
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch:
Gettysburg Library
Room:
Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
80
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
24
2024
Thu
Adams County Community Foundation Giving Spree Donor Information Session
12:00pm - 1:00pm
New Oxford Area Library
Library Branch:
New Oxford Area Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
40
Description:
LOCATION: Community Media space above the library
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
21
2024
Mon
Monday Movie Matinee
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch:
Trone Memorial Library
Room:
Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
29
Description:
Get in the mood for fall with a seasonal blockbuster! Popcorn and beverages provided. Register online or by calling the library to secure a spot!
This month's selection:
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
22
2024
Tue
Knitting Group
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Library Branch:
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room:
Quiet Reading Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Description:
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
23
2024
Wed
Preschool Pals
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch:
Trone Memorial Library
Room:
Children’s Wing Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
Children ages 3-5 are invited to a storytime that will prepare them for kindergarten by practicing pre-academic skills (letters, numbers, calendar, and fine motor skills) through books and activities.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
24
2024
Thu
Mystery Book Club
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch:
Gettysburg Library
Room:
Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
30
Description:
Mystery Book Club
Thursday, October 24
1PM
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
25
2024
Fri
Homeschool Club - Table Top Games
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch:
Trone Memorial Library
Room:
Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
20
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
25
2024
Fri
Netflix Documentary: They’ll Love Me When I’m Dead
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch:
Gettysburg Library
Room:
Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
30
Description:
Netflix Documentary: They’ll Love Me When I’m Dead
Friday, October 25
1PM
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
23
2024
Wed
A Peek Into the Past - An Historical Look at Littlestown (An ACROB event)
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Littlestown Library
Library Branch:
Littlestown Library
Room:
Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
50
Description:
What’s the same? What’s changed? What’s changed a lot?! Take a look at Littlestown from the past and the present through historic and current maps of the town. This program is presented by Ken Thomas from the Littlestown Historical Society.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
23
2024
Wed
All About Cotton
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Library Branch:
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room:
Harbaugh-Thomas Community Room
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
50
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
24
2024
Thu
Scary Stories and S'mores
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Library Branch:
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room:
Teen Center
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Description:
Ready to get into the Halloween spirit? Gather around our electric marshmallow roaster to toast delicious s’mores as you’re told scary stories. Feel free to share your own favorite spine-chilling tales to add to the fun!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
25
2024
Fri
DIY Map Ornaments
3:00pm - 4:00pm
New Oxford Area Library
Library Branch:
New Oxford Area Library
Room:
Library Space
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Description:
Is there a place special to you that you want to remember for years to come? Stop into the library to learn how to make your own map ornament out of a mason jar ring.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
22
2024
Tue
Teen Treasure Maps (ACROB Event)
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Littlestown Library
Library Branch:
Littlestown Library
Room:
Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Description:
Learn how to age paper and create your own ancient treasure map. For ages 10-17. Registration required.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
24
2024
Thu
Masterpiece Makers
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Littlestown Library
Library Branch:
Littlestown Library
Room:
Littlestown Community Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Description:
Learn about Andy Goldworthy, a contemporary British artist who creates using natural materials, such as leaves and pine cones. You’ll then have a chance to create your own unique masterpiece based on his works. For ages 6-12.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
24
2024
Thu
Halloween Math Fun
4:30pm - 5:30pm
New Oxford Area Library
Library Branch:
New Oxford Area Library
Room:
Library Space
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Description:
Math doesn’t have to be so scary! It’s the spookiest time of the year and the New Oxford Library is helping you practice your math while having fun! Join us as we try different activities involving numbers. Can we count on you to be here?
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
24
2024
Thu
Afterschool Snacks and Stories
4:45pm - 5:30pm
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
22
2024
Tue
Gaming Club
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Library Branch:
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room:
Teen Center
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Description:
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
22
2024
Tue
Writer Workshop
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch:
Gettysburg Library
Room:
Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Other,
Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
30
Description:
Writer Workshop
Tuesday, October 22
5PM
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
23
2024
Wed
Dungeons and Dragons
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch:
Gettysburg Library
Room:
Children's Room
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
7
Description:
Calling all adventurers! Join us for a thrilling Dungeons and Dragons Halloween adventure and help save the day. Please register online space is limited.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
21
2024
Mon
Barks & Books
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Oct
21
2024
Mon
Smokey the Bear
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gettysburg Library
Library Branch:
Gettysburg Library
Room:
Third Floor Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Everyone
Description:
Come meet Smokey the Bear. This year is Smokey’s 80th birthday. What better way to celebrate than to learn how to prevent wildfires. Smokey and his handler will be here to teach fire safety and wildfire prevention.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Oct
21
2024
Mon
Fun with Chess!
6:00pm - 7:45pm
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.
Adults,
Everyone
Registration
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Oct
21
2024
Mon
Knot Another Stitch: Knit & Needle Crafts
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Event
Library Branch:
Virtual Event
Age Group:
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
22
2024
Tue
Stories and More!
6:30pm - 7:15pm
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Library Branch:
Harbaugh-Thomas Library
Room:
Story Time Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
Join Miss Barbara for books, songs, and activities. Geared towards children ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
22
2024
Tue
Community Book Discussion
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch:
Trone Memorial Library
Room:
Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Description:
This book discussion meets in-person on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm. Email or call to reserve a copy: jbtbookclub@adamslibrary.org.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
22
2024
Tue
Teen Ghost Painting Night
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch:
Trone Memorial Library
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
13
Description:
Teens ages 12-18 are invited to get into the spooky spirit and come in to paint ghosts on old artwork! Registration required.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
24
2024
Thu
Anime Night
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Trone Memorial Library
Library Branch:
Trone Memorial Library
Room:
Mary Cash Room - Lower Level
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Book Club,
Movie
Description:
Teens can come in to gush over their favorite anime and watch the first episode of a new on on these evenings!
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Oct
24
2024
Thu
The Cartographers. Who they are and what they do
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Carroll Valley Library
Library Branch:
Carroll Valley Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Other
Description:
Come and take part in a discussion of the fascinating field of Cartography and see how it has evolved over time.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
21
2024
Mon
Spooky StoryWalk®
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Carroll Valley Library
Library Branch:
Carroll Valley Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
18
Description:
Bring your flashlight and join us for a spooky walk around the Carroll Valley Park.
October’s StoryWalk®, Creepy Crayon!, will be read to you by a special mystery guest!
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