FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 17, 2026
Bubble Magician to Perform at York County Libraries
YORK, PA – Bubble Magician River Barry will appear at libraries across the county as part of the York County Libraries SummerQuest program. The family-friendly performance titled “A Magical Bubble Adventure” will combine science, storytelling, and bubbles. Barry will stop at all 13 library locations between July 7 – 27. Additional details are available online at yorklibraries.org/SummerQuest.
“As soon as I heard ‘bubbles’ and ‘magic’ I was sold,” says York County Libraries Youth Services Director Mindy McDonnell. “But add in science and dinosaurs, and this truly is a ‘can’t-miss’ event. Not only will families have a lot of fun, but they will also learn a lot about the science and magic behind bubbles.”
The program will be held on at the following dates and times:
Tuesday, July 7, 2:00 p.m., Paul Smith Library of Southern York County, Shrewsbury
Wednesday, July 8, 10:30 a.m., Village Library, Jacobus
Wednesday, July 8, 2:30 p.m., Arthur Hufnagel Public Library of Glen Rock, Glen Rock
Monday, July 13, 10:30 a.m., Red Land Community Library, Etters
Tuesday, July 14, 10:30 a.m., Martin Library, York
Thursday, July 16, 10:30 a.m., Dillsburg Area Public Library, Dillsburg
Friday, July 17, 10:30 a.m., Kreutz Creek Library, Hellam
Monday, July 20, 10:30 a.m., Collinsville Community Library, Brogue
Monday, July 20, 2:00 p.m., Kaltreider-Benfer Library, Red Lion
Monday, July 20, 5:30 p.m., Dover Area Community Library, Dover
Monday, July 27, 10:30 a.m., Mason-Dixon Public Library, Stewartstown
Monday, July 27, 2:00 p.m., Glatfelter Memorial Library, Spring Grove
Monday, July 27, 6:30 p.m., Guthrie Memorial Library, Hanover
“River Barry has a fascinating way of taking the audience on a time traveling expedition through the history of bubbles. He draws everyone into learning seamlessly,” says York County Libraries President Robert F. Lambert. “Programs like this one help students avoid summer learning loss while they are having a great time at the library.”
This year’s SummerQuest program is made possible thanks to the generous support of Capital Blue Cross, C&N, First National Bank, Graham Capital Company, Kinsley Construction, Kinsley Steel, M&T Bank, Traditions Bank a Division of ACNB Bank, Univest Financial, Walton & Company, Waste Management, Weis Markets, and York Precision Machining and Hydraulics. This aids YCL’s delivery of a robust SummerQuest program that inspires students to keep learning during summer vacation and provides literacy opportunities for all.
York County Libraries strengthen the community and enrich individual lives. YCL programs and services help community members build the five core literacies championed by the Pennsylvania Library Association PA Forward® program. Thirteen library locations provide the latest in print and digital information, bestsellers, Wi-Fi, story times, book discussions, and databases. For more information about services, library hours, and locations, go to yorklibraries.org.
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MEDIA CONTACT
Deb Sullivan
Community Relations Director
York County Libraries
dsullivan@yorklibraries.org