Paul Smith Library of Southern York County

The Gem of New Freedom & Shrewsbury

Paul Smith Library, a “green” LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) certified building, is conveniently located adjacent to the Shrewsbury YMCA. Our friendly staff and volunteers are here to assist you and your family! Engage in our community through book clubs, book sales, and events such as Truck Zoo and Designer Bag Bingo. Our innovative early childhood activities are designed to meet state educational standards. Enjoy our collection of materials designed to educate, entertain, and inspire. Access the world using our computers or bring your own and enjoy free high-speed internet. Come visit us!

Available Amenities

  • Wi-Fi
  • Public Computers
  • Tours & Group Visits
  • Printing, Copying, and Scanning
  • After Hours Book Drop
  • Test Proctoring
  • Faxing
  • Room Rental
  • Ongoing Used Book Sale
  • Public Restrooms
  • Study/Quiet Rooms
  • Play, Learn, Grow

Upcoming Events

  • Tree Care Tips and Seedling Giveaway
    on April 27, 2024 at 12:00 pm

    In honor of Earth Day, learn about caring for trees and pick up a free seedling!  Bartlett Tree Experts will present tree care tips and hand out young tree seedlings

  • Kids Pokémon Club
    on April 27, 2024 at 2:00 pm

    Join us for several Pokémon activities and chat with others about all things Pokémon. Optional: Bring cards to trade and/or an item to show and share. 

  • Blackout Poetry Station
    on April 29, 2024 at 10:00 am

    Celebrate National Poetry Month by using old book pages to create some poetry! Keep parts of the original text, while drawing over or crossing out other parts. Book and magazine pages


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