6:30 pm in the Children's Library
Specially trained dogs from K-PETs will be at the library to listen to children read aloud. This program is helpful to children who may be shy or reluctant to read aloud and will encourage them to practice reading independently. For budding readers, ages 6 - 12. Registration required.

This program has been cancelled for March. See you next month!
Join us for a night of creativity and cinema. Kid's Paint Night will be followed by a drop in family movie. Kids are invited to participate in a movie-based guided painting before the family film starts. Registration required. Films will be rated G or PG.

3/14 - Spellbound

6:30 pm in the Community Room
Volunteers from the Harrisburg/West Shore Chess Club will be on hand to assist young chess players and match up competitors. Join us and have fun! Participants are asked to bring a chess set if possible, but not required. No registration required. Ages 5 - 13.

5:30 pm, Community Room
Join us each week for Kindergarten Prep and to explore a book. We will read the story, then participate in crafts and activities that relate to the story. Recommended ages 3 - 6 years old. Registration required.

March  

3- Ramadan and Eid al Fitr by Sara Khan 

10- Little Blue and Little Yellow by Leo Lionni 

17- How to Catch a Leprechaun by Adam Wallace 

24- Pete the Cat: Big Easter Adventure by James Dean and Kimberly Dean 

 6:00 - 7:00 PM in the Community Room  

Join us to learn the art technique used by our featured artist of the month. Miss Kayla will teach the technique, then you get to create your own art using that method. Bring your own inspiration and ideas! Recommended ages 8 to 12. Registration required.  

3/20- Bansky- Freestyle 

6:30 pm in the Small Meeting Room or Masland Board Room
Each month we will read about an American Girl character, then meet to discuss each girl. During our meetings we will get to know each other and our favorite American Girls. Bring your American Girl or friend (Our Generation, etc.) doll with you to participate in activities. Recommended ages 8 - 12. Registration required.

Tuesday, April 1, 6:30 PM in the Community Room 

Join us for an engaging water safety presentation designed for families and kids! Learn essential tips to keep your children safe in and around water, whether at home, the pool, or the beach. This interactive talk will provide practical advice and answer your questions to help make water activities both fun and safe for everyone. 

Saturday, March 15, 1:30 PM in the Community Room 

Join us again for a magical event with the artists from the Pennsylvania Ballet Academy! Want to be in a fairy-tale? In this story-based movement class, you get to be part of the action! We'll skip and jump our way through the story of Peter and the Wolf and see dances performed by PBA. For boys and girls ages 3-8. Siblings welcome. Sneakers recommended. 

11 am, Storytime Nook in the Children’s Library (no Storytime on May 26)

Storytime is a beloved tradition that helps set the foundation for a joy of reading. Children's Storytime engages participants with fun dynamic early learning activities with books, songs, and movement. Recommended ages 2 and up. Registration not required.

10 am in the Storytime Nook of the Children’s Library  

Join Miss. Monet on Thursday, April 3rd @ 10 am for our "It's Okay To Be a Grouch" storytime! We'll be featuring stories with lovable literary curmudgeons, i.e., Grumpy Monkey, Oscar the Grouch and Alexander who always has a terrible, horrible day. A themed craft will be provided and stuffed animal friends are always welcome to attend! For ages 0 - 6. No registration required.