York County Libraries presents the 34th Annual ‘A Celebration of Poetry’ contest for children in 1st-12th grades in York and Adams County (PA). We will accept poetry submissions between November...
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Featured Artist: Shelby Pizzarro
Editor’s Note: The Dillsburg Area Public Library’s featured artist for November and December 2022 is Shelby Pizzarro. Shelby is the Library’s Art Wall coordinator. What is the source of...
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Village’s November 2022 Newsletter
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2022 GOAL Celebration
To celebrate getting library cards into the hands of first grade students in York County, York County Libraries is hosting the Annual GOAL Celebration on Saturday, November 12th from 10am–12pm...
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Glatfelter Memorial Library’s November 2022 Newsletter
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November Happenings at Kreutz Creek Library
The holidays are rapidly approaching and Kreutz Creek Library is planning events to share the spirit of the season with our community members. Be sure to read our November Newsletter–just...
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What’s Happening at the Guthrie Memorial Library? Check Out November’s Newsletter!
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November 2022 Newsletter – Red Land
November 2022 Newsletter See what’s happening in November at the library and online! Read the November 2022 Newsletter here!...
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Pete Brubaker Honors – November 6
Pete Brubaker Honors Event The Martin Library Honors Committee will recognize Pete Brubaker for his dedicated service to libraries. We will celebrate his championship of early learning opportunities for children...
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November Happenings – Dillsburg
The November happenings is here. Please take note of the Thanksgiving holiday hours. Also, The Polar Express arrives early in December so think about reserving a spot. ...
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Hufnagel’s November 2022 Newsletter
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Lyme Disease Resources
In case you missed our recent program with Sam’s Spoons Foundation, the Dillsburg Area Public Library has several resources available to help you learn about Lyme Disease: Children’s Titles: Grace...
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Get Ready for NaNoWriMo
NaNoWriMo November What’s NaNoWriMo? It stands for National Novel Writing Month, and it’s a free challenge for aspiring authors to complete a draft of a novel in one month. The...
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Library Construction Progress Noticeable
Just a few months ago, Kaltreider-Benfer Library staff and volunteers packed up and moved over 40,000 books out of their 147 S. Charles Street location. The goal was to completely...
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Fall Fest in Teens at Martin Library
Looking to have fun with some peers, come to Teens at Martin Library on the 2nd floor on October 26, 2022, from 2-6 pm to participate in our Fall Fest....
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Glatfelter Memorial Library’s October 2022 Newsletter
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YCL Celebrates 1000 Books Readers
YCL recognized 88 children and their families for achieving the milestone of reading 1000 books during a recent celebration at Martin Library. Combined, the youngsters read over 97,000 books! The...
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October 2022 Newsletter – Red Land
October 2022 Newsletter See what’s happening in October at the library and online! Read the October 2022 Newsletter here!...
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October Happenings – Mason-Dixon
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October Happenings at Kreutz Creek Library
October is almost here and we, at Kreutz Creek Library, are planning a full array of fall programs. Don’t miss all the NEWS! Just click on the link below. October...
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October Happenings – Dillsburg
Read and share the latest edition of Happenings. Click here for your copy....
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Back to School with Your Local Library
Whether you are starting a big research project or just looking for a quiet place to do your homework, look no further than your local public library. Guthrie Memorial Library...
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Libby by OverDrive is Here!
Meet Libby! Libby by OverDrive, that is. Libby is OverDrive’s current e-reading app. In February 2023, York County Libraries will be switching from using Axis 360 to Libby by OverDrive...
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Football Favorites
As fall rolls around and we get into the start of America’s favorite sport – cross country! Ok, that’s my favorite fall sport. Let’s start again – Fall means football...
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Featured Artist: Cynthia Enanoria
Editors Note: The Dillsburg Area Public Library’s featured artists for September and October 2022 is Cynthia Enanoria. Cynthia Enanoria is a retired visual art teacher and visual artist. Graduating...
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Explore Online Library Resources
Explore Our Online Library Resources Your library card is more powerful than you know! Your YCL card gets you access to dozens of online databases, just by using your YCL...
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How Can I Support the Library? | Guthrie
You’re probably familiar with the old saying: It takes a village to raise a child. Most of us don’t live in villages anymore, but this saying emphasizes the importance of...
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1000 Books 2022 Celebration
It’s nearly time to celebrate! We’re excited to welcome author Marie Lamba to Martin Library! She’s our guest of honor at this year’s 1000 Books Before Kindergarten celebration on September...
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Learn a New Language at the Library
In an increasingly connected world, there are more advantages than ever to studying a new language. With technological increases it has also never been easier to learn one while stuck...
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Story Times at the York State Fair
Special York State Fair Story Times Our librarians will be offering free Story Times to visitors to the York State Fair! You’ll find us in at the Story Barn in...
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1953
Last year I postulated on our Facebook page the connection between the final episode of M*A*S*H and the founding of the library. The Korean War, as depicted in the TV show,...
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The Library’s Early Days
I’ve never really been able to pin down an exact founding date of the library (and yes this does bother me a little – I like things neat and tidy...
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Celebrate York County History
Celebrate York County History Did you know a lot of things had their start here in York County? We’ve pulled just a few out in our interactive timeline below (which...
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Featured Artist: Jeanney Wharton
Editors Note: The Dillsburg Area Public Library’s featured artists for July and August 2022 is Jeanney Wharton. Our art wall coordinator, Shelby Pizzarro, caught up Wharton. What is the source...
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2022 Teen Art Contest Rules
Teen Art Instagram Contest Rules WHO MAY ENTER: Teens, aged 13-18, who are members of York County Libraries (in York County, Pennsylvania) and registered for SummerQuest 2022 may submit pictures...
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Martin Library Grand Reopening July 11-17
Community members are invited to come celebrate the Grand Reopening of Martin Library from July 11 – 17. The celebration kicks off at 9am Monday, July 11 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony...
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June is Pride Month
June is Pride Month June is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. (Wondering why June? See our blog on the history behind the month here.) LGBTQIA+ stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning/queer,...
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Using Beanstack for GO York | SummerQuest 2022
What is Beanstack? Beanstack is the website and mobile application (Android & Apple iOS) that is used for logging your reading and activities during SummerQuest and other York County Libraries’...
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Temporary Location Opens May 23
Kaltreider-Benfer Library will open with limited services at Windsor Manor Elementary School, 2110 Windsor Road, on Monday, May 23. Members should use the school’s Second Street entrance and rear door 5A to access the...
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Self-Care Tips for May: Mental Health Month
Do some self-care during May! May is Mental Health Month! While it might feel like mental health awareness is a modern-day concern, this month-long advocacy effort dates back to 1949....
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On the Home Stretch
Martin Library’s campaign building project is on the home stretch. Construction and renovation are almost complete. And while the last few remaining jobs are finished, the wait for furniture and...
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May Happenings
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Martin Library Honors Victoria Connor
The Martin Library Honors Committee announced its selection of Victoria Connor as its 2022 Spring Honoree. Victoria has served the York community in a variety of roles over the years...
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Kaltreider-Benfer Moving to Temporary Site
Kaltreider-Benfer Library is moving to a temporary site while its current location undergoes major renovation and expansion. Starting May 2, the 147 S. Charles St. building will be closed until...
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Celebrate Give Local York May 6
For the fifth consecutive year, York County Libraries will participate in Give Local York, the biggest day of giving in York County! The 24-hour online event will be held on...
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Donation Expands Teen Collection
The book collection for teens at Dover Area Community Library has expanded thanks to a $2,500 literacy grant from global bookseller, Better World Books. The funds enabled the library to...
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April is Autism Acceptance Month 2022
April is Autism Acceptance Month April is Autism Acceptance Month. Another name is Autism Awareness Month, or World Autism Month internationally. It seeks to provide a space to share stories...
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Early Literacy Resources
Beyond Story Time: Supporting Learning at Home Through story time, parents, caregivers, and children are developing a love of reading and the library. Story time invites curiosity, discovery, and exploration....
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Service Changes Start April 4th
Kaltreider-Benfer Library will be changing its services offerings starting Monday, April 4th in preparation for construction. There will be many changes over the next several months as the library expands...
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Grand Opening Celebration April 11 – 16
Kreutz Creek Library is ready to swing open the doors and officially introduce its new space to the community during its Grand Opening Celebration April 11 – 16. The week’s...
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