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.

Stories for all ages followed by play to engage the senses.

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 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!

Stories for all ages followed by a simple arts and crafts project.

 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!

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

 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!

Up to age 6

Miss Cindie leads a hands-on interactive music and rhythm experience for babies and children up through age 6 and their grown-ups. Plenty of movement and music for all! Registration required.

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!

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

LOCATION: Community Media space above the library

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:

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.

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. 

Mystery Book Club
Thursday, October 24 
1PM

Netflix Documentary: They’ll Love Me When I’m Dead
Friday, October 25
1PM

All ages welcome!!!

Tap into your creative side this fall with free pumpkin painting!

Drop in and work on a pumpkin anytime from 2:30-5:00 PM.

Available while supplies last.

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.

Adults and Teens

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!

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.

Learn how to age paper and create your own ancient treasure map. For ages 10-17. Registration required.

Join us once a month to discuss a good book and share a snack.

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.

Join us once a month to discuss a good book and share a snack.

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?

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

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.

Calling all adventurers! Join us for a thrilling Dungeons and Dragons Halloween adventure and help save the day.  Please register online space is limited. 

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

Teens ages 12-18 are invited to get into the spooky spirit and come in to paint ghosts on old artwork! Registration required.

Sign up for a lively and insightful virtual discussion of this year's Adams County Reads One Book selection "The Cartographers" by Peng Shepherd, hosted by the Littlestown Library. Registration with an email is required.

Teens can come in to gush over their favorite anime and watch the first episode of a new on on these evenings!

Come and take part in a discussion of the fascinating field of Cartography and see how it has evolved over time.

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!

Join us for this virtual murder mystery event!