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LEGO Activity Bag Pickup

All Day
Adamstown Area Library
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:
On the 2nd Monday of each month there will be a new LEGO® packet for you to pick up, with instructions for a special project. Starting that day, you can pick up a kit in the library foyer while supplies last. 1 per family please. For ages 5-12 years....

Rock Garden Painting Party

10:00am - 11:00am
Adamstown Area Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
At Adamstown Grove. We supply the rocks, paint, and brushes. You bring your creativity. All rocks will be added to our Kindness Rock Garden as we “Paint the Town with Kindness.” For all ages.   Please note that access to the pavilion at Adams...

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Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

Drop-In STEAM

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Adamstown Area Library
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:
Drop-in from 2-5 p.m. Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math through games, activities, and projects with Miss Maribeth. An adult is required to accompany children under 8.  In June: This month’s activities include b...

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Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Friends Book Sale

11:00am - 5:30pm
Adamstown Area Library
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:
Whatever your favorite genre, you'll find something to love at the Friends Book Sale! $2 hardbacks, $1 trade paperbacks, 50 c paperbacks, plus kids books, puzzles, DVDs and audiobooks. Book Sale hours are from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. every Tuesday excep...

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I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

Genealogy Group

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adamstown Area Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation, Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
This group meets at the library on the 2nd Tuesday of each month for short talks from genealogy researcher Ken McCrea, along with lively discussions and research help. For older students and adults.    Walk-ins welcome. ...

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Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Talewise Science Heroes: Saving Earth Together

10:00am - 11:00am
Adamstown Area Library
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Everyone
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:
At Adamstown Grove. Replaces Storytime. In this action-packed story, two unlikely heroes work together to save their town (and the planet) from a super-polluting mastermind! Volunteers will help conduct science experiments that explore Newton’s La...

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Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

Pool Storytime at Denver Community Pool

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Adamstown Area Library
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:
Take a break from swimming and join Miss Jess at the Pool Pavilion on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Pool entrance fee at discount rate or membership required. ...

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I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

“Twinkling Stars” Baby Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Adamstown Area Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Simple stories, rhymes, puppets, songs, and fingerplays. Every Thursday at 10 a.m. For babies with an adult. Walk-ins welcome. ...

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

“The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:30am
Adamstown Area Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by an easy craft and free play. Every Thursday at 11 a.m. for toddlers with an adult.  Walk-ins welcome. ...

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

Social Insects: Working Together

10:00am - 11:00am
Adamstown Area Library
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:
At Brubaker Park in Brecknock Township. No one comes together more than colonies of insects. Learn about the fascinating things the tiny critters can accomplish when they work together and play some fun pollination games.  No registration nee...

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Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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Multiple Libraries Closed - Juneteenth

All Day
Some Locations
Closing
Branches:
Adamstown Area Library, Bookmobile, Elizabethtown Public Library, Ephrata Public Library, Lancaster Public Library, Mountville Branch Library, Quarryville Library
Description:
Please look over the list to see which libraries are closed for Juneteenth. ...

Teen Take-and-Make Packet Pickup

All Day
Adamstown Area Library
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Get creative with our ready-to-go kits! See what you can learn to make with just a few simple materials, provided to you at no cost, and a few easy instructions. Located in the library lobby. Supplies are limited, so stop by to claim your bag today!&...

Nature Shows at Refreshing Mountain

10:00am - 11:00am
Adamstown Area Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Presentation, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Come and hear all about Pennsylvania native and exotic creatures from around the world. Meet Miss Jess at the Nature Center at Refreshing Mountain, 455 Camp Rd, Stevens, PA 17578. Park in Parking Lot B – Follow yellow footprints to office, turn L, go...

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Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

Friends Book Sale

11:00am - 7:00pm
Adamstown Area Library
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:
Whatever your favorite genre, you'll find something to love at the Friends Book Sale! $2 hardbacks, $1 trade paperbacks, 50 c paperbacks, plus kids books, puzzles, DVDs and audiobooks. Every Tuesday in the library community room. Book Sale hours a...

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I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

Teen SummerZine

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Adamstown Area Library
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading, Virtual
Event Details:
Attention writers, are you ready to take your writing to the next level? Would you like to see your work published alongside award-winning authors? You’ll get to know three PA authors who will offer creative prompts and a real-time look at their writ...

Almost Perfect Crimes

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adamstown Area Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Join Miss Jess as we discover together “Whodunit!” Upon registration, you will receive the Zoom link. The Mini Murder Mystery Story for each month is attached to this event page. Additional clues and evidence will be revealed during our meeting as we...

Young at Heart

9:00am - 11:00am
Adamstown Area Library
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Community
Event Details:
REAL Life Community Services invites you to Young at Heart, with free events for anyone age 60 and up. Join us at the library for coffee, chatting, games, crafts, and more on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month. For more information, call 717-3...

Phredd, Ukulele One Man Band

10:30am - 11:30am
Adamstown Area Library
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Presentation, Summer Reading
Event Details:
At Adamstown Grove. Phredd is the Ukulele Flailing, Harmonica Wailing, Suitcase Drumming, Kazoo Hum-Humming, Ukulele Bundle of Joy!  For families. Phredd has been performing fun songs for kids and families for over 25 years! Please no...

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Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

Pool Storytime at Adamstown Community Pool

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Adamstown Area Library
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:
Take a break from swimming and join Miss Jess at the Pool Pavilion on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Pool entrance fee at discount rate or membership required. Members are free, non-members are $5. ...

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Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

“Twinkling Stars” Baby Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Adamstown Area Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Simple stories, rhymes, puppets, songs, and fingerplays. Every Thursday at 10 a.m. For babies with an adult. Walk-ins welcome. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

“The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:30am
Adamstown Area Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by an easy craft and free play. Every Thursday at 11 a.m. for toddlers with an adult.  Walk-ins welcome. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

Working on the Railroads

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Adamstown Area Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Presentation, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
Learn about the jobs of the Conductor, Station Agent, and Engineer through unique objects. Program features a combination of demonstration, interactive activity, historic photographs, and audio.  Don't miss this unique program presented by th...

Community Gardens

10:00am - 11:00am
Adamstown Area Library
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Summer Reading
Event Details:
At Chapel Gate Park in West Cocalico Township (57 Park View Drive, Reinholds). Site is wheelchair accessible. Learn about the many ways that community gardens bring people together and about different gardening techniques and crops from all over t...

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Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

Ice Cream Taste Testing

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adamstown Area Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Adamstown Area Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
At Adamstown Grove. On these hot days, what better way to cool off than with yummy ice cream? Children can guess the different flavor and then vote for their favorite. Thank you to Kountry Korner for sponsoring this “DELICIOUS” program! Please not...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media.