10:00 am - 5:30 pm in the Lower Parking Lot, Walnut St. side 
Come and donate blood to the Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank – the bus will be parked along Walnut Street near Fredricksen’s lower parking lot. Registration is inside the library’s lower level lobby. Call CPBB at 1-800-771-0059 with questions or to schedule an appointment; though walk-ins are welcome, donors with appointments will be taken first. A form of ID is required to donate.

1:00 pm, Community Room 

Join us for an afternoon of board games, card games, games of skill and strategy. Fun for the entire family. The library has a stash of games to choose from or you are welcome to bring your own. Ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. No registration necessary. 

7 pm in the Community Room 

Join the Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Cumberland County for this series. Registration is $5 per workshop online at the Penn State Extension website or walk-in and pay at the door. 

August 14 

For the Love of Groundcovers  

Ian Gardener of Green Gardener Designs will give an introduction on poison hemlock identification followed by the presentation For the Love of Groundcovers. Ground covers play an essential role in a garden. They function as a green mulch to prevent weeds and retain soil moisture, as well as tie the plant community together both visually and ecologically. Come learn about how to use these under-appreciated native groundcovers to improve not only your garden but your local ecosystem! 

  REGISTER HERE

1 pm Community Room, Lower Level

Enjoy step-by-step instruction with our experienced and enthusiastic instructor. You'll leave with a one-of-a-kind creation to enjoy! Cost: $5 per person. All art materials supplied. Registration begins one month prior via telephone or in person at the library. Ages 18 & up.

1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. in the Small Meeting Room 

Are you looking for a way to reduce stress and anxiety while also improving concentration? Led by Ev Hawley, a meditation teacher affiliated with Red Rose Sangha in Lancaster, we will gather in community for silent meditation. The second half of the program will feature a brief talk about meditation related topics. This program is for adults and no registration is necessary. 

1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. in the Small Meeting Room 

Are you looking for a way to reduce stress and anxiety while also improving concentration? Led by Ev Hawley, a meditation teacher affiliated with Red Rose Sangha in Lancaster, we will gather in community for silent meditation. The second half of the program will feature a brief talk about meditation related topics. This program is for adults and no registration is necessary. 

A Puzzling Party 

Friday, July 18; 1 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.  

Community Room  

If you like puzzles, you are invited! There will be a group puzzle to work on as well as a puzzle for younger ones to complete. Light refreshments available. A special thank you to all who helped complete the puzzles. No registration necessary. 

7 pm, Small Meeting Room/Zoom

The books we're reading are award winners (The Booker Prize) or have been featured in the public space as a good read. Join us as we discuss these literary gems. You are welcome to attend whether or not you have read or listened to the selection. Ages 18+. Books selected for Fredricksen Reads will be listed on the Fredricksen Library online events calendar.

Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder by Salman Rushdie 

Salman Rushdie was the victim of a horrific act of violence that shook the literary world and beyond. Rushdie relives the traumatic events of that day and its aftermath, as well as his journey toward physical recovery and the healing that was made possible by the love and support of his wife, Eliza, his family, his army of doctors and physical therapists, and his community of readers worldwide. 

6:30PM - 8:00PM in the Community Room

Take a journey through one of the most breathtaking and untamed destinations in the world—Alaska! In this 30-minute session, led by Rebecca Weaver, a certified Alaska expert travel agent, we’ll explore the best ways to experience the state’s stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and unique cultural heritage. 

Whether you're dreaming of an expedition cruise through Glacier Bay, a scenic rail journey, or an adventurous land tour, she'll provide insider tips on when to go, where to stay, and how to make the most of your Alaskan adventure. 

1:30PM - 3:30PM in the Community Room

Join Melissa Allis, a certified aging in place specialist as well as a certified fall prevention specialist, to learn where the red flags are in a home or with a loved one that could indicate that it’s time to make some home safety changes. From the simple addition of a shower chair to installing an elevator, learn some of the ways to maximize safety, independence, and peace of mind. Melissa, owner of the local business Safe Optimal Spaces, was an occupational therapist for 15 years.  She now helps guide families wishing to live safely in their homes while aging, navigating chronic disease, acute injuries and other life-altering diagnoses. No registration required.