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 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.

This is your invitation to play…dough! Each month we’ll have themed challenge stations where your little one can explore and create with play dough. For ages 2-5.

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!

Toddlers can gobble til they wobble at our toddler Thanksgiving. We will have crafts and toddler-friendly snacks.  This Thanksgiving will feature toddler and kid favorites like crackers and applesauce pouches.  All are welcome. 

Join Miss Dana at the East Berlin Community Park for the grand opening of our permanent storywalk!  Our first book will be perfect for fall.  We will have games, crafts, snacks, face painting, and more!  It's going to be a fun fall

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 

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.

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.

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. 

Adults and Teens

Join us for some sparkly fun. Bring your own project, or once a month select a small kit from our collection!

When schools are closed, the library is often still open!  Join Miss Dana for a school aged storytime followed by a treasure hunt in the library.  Can you follow the clues to find treasure?  Come find out!

Tech Time!
Friday, November 8
1PM

Has anyone ever told you that you like to argue? (Okay, and maybe it’s true.) Even if public speaking isn’t your thing, if you like analyzing random topics, this event is for you. Join us for some friendly and funny debates.

Gettysburg Library Genealogy Club
Wednesday, November 6 
2PM

Estate Planning & Asset Protection with Keystone Elder Law
Thursday, November 7
2PM

Welcome to the True Crime Book Club! Each month, read a true crime nonfiction book of your choice and share the scares with fellow readers at our monthly meeting. 

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

Fall Craft Drop-In
Saturday, November 9
2:00 PM
Feeling crafty? Stop on by and do work on some fall crafts.
Registration Required.

Create your own artwork by drawing on shrinkable plastic to make cute and unique charms. We will have supplies so that you can attach your art to your key chains, zipper pulls, lanyards, or hang them on a yarn "chain" to make a necklace.

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.

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.

Using three common items, our young library patrons will use their imaginations and creative thinking skills to create DIY Robot Hands in this hands-on STEM learning activity.

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

Ages 4-12

Lots and lots of LEGO bricks. Free play with optional fun challenges!

Are you ready for Dinovember?! Stop by for activities, games, and fun! For ages 4-10. Registration encouraged but not required.

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.

SECOND FRIDAYS

Watch the latest FNAF movie and eat pizza. The movie is rated PG-13

Registration is required please register online. 

A chill is in the air and the season is upon us.

Join Rob Ross for a spooky painting with a hidden aura.

The same painting is offered on two separate nights, 9/9 and 11/4, so please only sign up for one night.

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!

Reading to a therapy dog helps to build confidence in new or reluctant readers. 

Bring your child to the library to read to Danny, our favorite pup!  He's a great listener!

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.

Teens can come in and enjoy some popcorn while they watch this book-turned-movie series!

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

The South Mountain Railroad
Thursday, November 7
6PM

In the 1950s, comedienne Lucille Ball captured the hearts of television audiences across the nation. Her wacky hijinks and fearless enthusiasm kept thousands laughing.

Sign up for a 15-minute session with a sweet, furry friend! Practice reading to KPets Therapy dog, Danny.

Register by visiting or calling the library at 717-624-2182.

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

November’s selection – A Tempest of Tea by Hafsah Faizal

Ages 13-18. 

Even the briefest moments can hold deep significance.

Let’s explore some of the shortest-lived aspects of nature and discover why these fleeting phenomena have such a lasting impact.

Children ages 10-14

Are you interested in becoming more involved in your community and supporting the library? Join the Friends of Littlestown Library. Stop by or contact the library for more information.