Events Displayed =  1 - 50  out of  69    1 2 NEXT Tuesday May 21, 2013 Go To Top 4:30 PM  -  5:15 PM American Girl Doll Book Club for 1st & 2nd graders      American Girl Doll Book Club for 1st & 2nd graders Tuesdays, March 19, April 16 and May 21 from 4:30 to 5:15 pm The American Girl Doll Book Club will meet and discuss a different doll and her book each month.  Please read the book prior to attending; dolls are welcome but not required. Snack and Craft included. Register once for all three sessions starting March 5 for grades 1 & 2 only. March – Meet Julie, April – Meet Caroline, May – Meet Saige (the newest American Girl!)      Location: Fredricksen Library   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Read to Dogs?!? @ Shippensburg     Contact: Shippensburg Public Library   (717) 532-4508   shippensburg@cumberlandcountylibraries.org     Read to a real dog in the library!  Come promptly with a few books, get comfortable with a pooch and read away!  You will be assigned to a session: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM.  The concept of the program is to give children experience with reading aloud to a fun, non-judgmental companion and is made possible by volunteers from the local chapter of Kindly Canines.     Location: Shippensburg Public Library   7:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Bookworm Club @ Simpson     Our genre this month is Fairy Tales. Come listen to a fairy tale and enjoy a craft and snack!  This program is for grade school students in First through Third Grade and meets on the third Tuesday of each month. Registration is required by the Friday preceding each program in order to ensure adequate supplies for all who attend. Children's Events Contact: Simpson Library (717) 766-0171 simpson@cumberlandcountylibraries.org     Location: Simpson Library (Mechanicsburg) Wednesday May 22, 2013 Go To Top 4:30 PM  -  5:15 PM American Girl Doll Book Club for 3rd & 4th graders      American Girl Doll Book Club for 3rd & 4th graders Wednesdays, March 20, April 17 and May 22 from 4:30 to 5:15 pm The American Girl Doll Book Club will meet and discuss a different doll and her book each month.  Please read the book prior to attending; dolls are welcome but not required. Snack and Craft included. Register once for all three sessions starting March 5 for grades 3 & 4 only. March – Meet Julie, April – Meet Caroline, May – Meet Saige (the newest American Girl!)      Location: Fredricksen Library Tuesday May 28, 2013 Go To Top 6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM American Girls Club @ Shippensburg     Contact: Shippensburg Public Library   (717) 532-4508   shippensburg@cumberlandcountylibraries.org     Children ages 8-12 March 26: Kirsten 1854 April 23: Addy 1864 May 28: Samantha 1904 Each month, we follow one American Girl through history as we hear her story, learn about life in her time, and enjoy crafts and other fun activities. *Snack is included.  Registration is required for all events. When you call, be prepared to give: the activity title, all your available time slots, and your contact information.     Location: Shippensburg Public Library   7:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Activities Club for Tweens @ Simpson     Students in grade 4-6 are invited to come to the library this evening for a library scavenger hunt and special snack!  Registration is required by the Monday preceding each program in order to ensure adequate supplies for all who attend. Children's Events Contact: Simpson Library (717) 766-0171 simpson@cumberlandcountylibraries.org     Location: Simpson Library (Mechanicsburg) Saturday June 1, 2013 Go To Top Summer Reading Program Registration Begins     Registration for the Summer Reading Program begins today!  Children and teenagers can win prizes for meeting their reading goals, attend great programs, and qualify for an end-of-summer drawing.  You can register online or in person at the John Graham Library. Monday June 3, 2013 Go To Top Summer Reading Club 2013 – DIG INTO READING!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Summer Reading Club 2013 – DIG INTO READING! June 3 through August 3 This year’s Summer Reading Club:Dig into Reading!  is packed with exciting  performers and programs!  This 9 week program will feature reading activities, with programs for children preschool age through 6thgrade.  Magic, Science, Art workshops, Zoo America, Movies, Crafts and many other wonderful events are planned, with a family picnic rounding out the fun.  Register online starting June 3.  All programs sponsored by Friends of Fredricksen Library.      Location: Fredricksen Library Friday June 7, 2013 Go To Top 6:30 PM  -  8:30 PM Youth Chess Night     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Youth Chess Night Friday, June 7 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Experts from the Harrisburg Chess Club will be on hand to assist young chess players and match up competitors with equal skill level. Ages 7-13. Participants are asked to bring a chess set if possible but not required. No registration required.      Location: Fredricksen Library Saturday June 8, 2013 Go To Top 11:00 AM  -  1:00 PM Summer Reading Kickoff @ Simpson     Celebrate the start of our Summer Reading Challenge! Stop by the Simpson Public Library’s Parking Lot anytime between 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. Free Fun for People of All Ages! Hot Dogs! Games for Kids! Popcorn! Music! Children and Teens can sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge. Call 717-766-0171 to register or Register Online. Contact: Simpson Library (717) 766-0171 simpson@cumberlandcountylibraries.org     Location: Simpson Library (Mechanicsburg)         There are many spaces available. Monday June 10, 2013 Go To Top 9:30 AM Summer Story Times – I Dig Gardening!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Summer Story Times – I Dig Gardening! Monday, June 10 at 9:30 and 10:30 am Join us as we sing songs and read stories with pages projected on the big screen!  9:30 am - for children under 3. 10:30 am - for children ages 3 to 6.  No registration required.      Location: Fredricksen Library   10:30 AM Summer Story Times – I Dig Gardening!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Summer Story Times – I Dig Gardening! Monday, June 10 at 9:30 and 10:30 am Join us as we sing songs and read stories with pages projected on the big screen!  9:30 am - for children under 3. 10:30 am - for children ages 3 to 6.  No registration required.      Location: Fredricksen Library

Tuesday June 11, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM ZooAmerica @ Fredricksen!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        ZooAmerica @ Fredricksen! Tuesday, June 11 at 10:30 am ZooAmerica returns to Fredricksen with some friends who live in cavities - a gopher snake, a desert tortoise, a tarantula, barred owl and porcupine! All ages welcome. No registration necessary. www.zooamerica.com      Location: Fredricksen Library   1:30 PM ZooAmerica @ East Pennsboro Branch!     Contact:    (717) 732-4274        ZooAmerica @ East Pennsboro Branch! Tuesday, June 11 at 1:30 pm ZooAmerica returns to East Pennsboro Branch with some friends who live in cavities - a gopher snake, a desert tortoise, a tarantula, barred owl and porcupine! All ages welcome. No registration necessary. www.zooamerica.com      Location: East Pennsboro Branch Wednesday June 12, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Dig into Cave Painting     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Dig into Cave Painting Wednesday, June 12 at 10:30 am Help us create cave paintings to decorate the library for Summer Reading Club!  Learn about the history of cave paintings and give it a try! For students entering grades 4 – 6, with registration required starting June 3.  $2 fee per child must be paid 2 days before program.      Location: Fredricksen Library Thursday June 13, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Dig into Pizza     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Dig into Pizza Thursday, June 13 at 10:30 am Plant the things you can use later on to make a pizza and enjoy a pizza snack! For students entering grades 1 - 3, with registration required starting June 3.  $2.00 fee per child must be paid 2 days before program.      Location: Fredricksen Library Friday June 14, 2013 Go To Top 6:30 PM Family Movie Night: Call for title     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Family Movie Night: Call for title Friday, June 14 at 6:30 pm We will be showing a G or PG rated movie and free popcorn will be served.  All ages welcome and all children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration necessary.       Location: Fredricksen Library Monday June 17, 2013 Go To Top 9:30 AM Summer Story Times – I Dig Dirt Movers!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Summer Story Times – I Dig Dirt Movers! Monday, June 17 at 9:30 and 10:30 am Join us as we sing songs and read stories with pages projected on the big screen!  9:30 am - for children under 3. 10:30 am - for children ages 3 to 6.  No registration required.      Location: Fredricksen Library   10:30 AM Summer Story Times – I Dig Dirt Movers!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Summer Story Times – I Dig Dirt Movers! Monday, June 17 at 9:30 and 10:30 am Join us as we sing songs and read stories with pages projected on the big screen!  9:30 am - for children under 3. 10:30 am - for children ages 3 to 6.  No registration required.      Location: Fredricksen Library Tuesday June 18, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Cy Young's Aesop's Fables     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Cy Young's Aesop's Fables Tuesday, June 18 at 10:30 am Using the music and humorous lyrics of talented New York Playwright Cy Young, Aesop and his merry band of characters provide a timeless tale designed to teach as well as tickle the funny bones of all ages. Children participate in every tale in this entertaining, interactive program! All ages welcome. No registration necessary.      Location: Fredricksen Library   1:30 PM Cy Young's Aesop's Fables     Contact:    (717) 732-4274        Cy Young's Aesop's Fables Tuesday, June 18 at 1:30 pm Using the music and humorous lyrics of talented New York Playwright Cy Young, Aesop and his merry band of characters provide a timeless tale designed to teach as well as tickle the funny bones of all ages. Children participate in every tale in this entertaining, interactive program! All ages welcome. No registration necessary.      Location: East Pennsboro Branch Wednesday June 19, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Let’s Pretend We Are Nomads with the UPenn Museum     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Let’s Pretend We Are Nomads with the UPenn Museum Wednesday, June 19 at 10:30 am Ann Guinan from the University of Pennsylvania Museum presents a program about nomads. For students entering grades 4 – 6, with registration required starting June 5.  $2 fee per child must be paid 2 days before program. The Outreach Lecture Program is funded by the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.         Location: Fredricksen Library Thursday June 20, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Dig into Dinos!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Dig into Dinos! Thursday, June 20 at 10:30 am Fun with dinosaur facts, activities, and a craft!  For students entering grades 1 - 3, with registration required starting June 6.  $2.00 fee per child must be paid 2 days before program.      Location: Fredricksen Library   6:30 PM  -  7:45 PM READ to Dogs     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        READ to Dogs Thursday, June 20 from 6:30 to 7:45 pm Specially trained dogs 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.  For readers to age 12 with registration starting the first Thursday of each month.        Location: Fredricksen Library

Friday June 21, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Kings Gap: What's Under the Log?     Contact:    717-776-5900   johngraham@ccpa.net     Kings Gap Environmental Education Center's program is based on the book "What's Under the Log?" by Anne Hunter.  It will take place at the John Graham Public Library. Monday June 24, 2013 Go To Top 9:30 AM Summer Story Times – I Dig Ants!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Summer Story Times – I Dig Ants! Monday, June 24 at 9:30 and 10:30 am Join us as we sing songs and read stories with pages projected on the big screen!  9:30 am - for children under 3. 10:30 am - for children ages 3 to 6.  No registration required.      Location: Fredricksen Library   10:30 AM Summer Story Times – I Dig Ants!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Summer Story Times – I Dig Ants! Monday, June 24 at 9:30 and 10:30 am Join us as we sing songs and read stories with pages projected on the big screen!  9:30 am - for children under 3. 10:30 am - for children ages 3 to 6.  No registration required.      Location: Fredricksen Library Tuesday June 25, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Science with John Hadfield!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Science with John Hadfield! Tuesday, June 25 at 10:30 am A visually unique presentation of science - utilizing the skills of juggling, comedy, balancing, magic, and music. Wacky and educational - from a rap song about accidental inventions to a hair-raising experiment with electricity. The Science Show proves that science can be found at school, on the playground, at home, in your car - it's everywhere!  Don’t miss this international performer’s return to Fredricksen! All ages welcome. No registration necessary.  Sponsored by the Cumberland County Library System.      Location: Fredricksen Library   2:00 PM Science with John Hadfield!     Contact:    (717) 732-4274        Science with John Hadfield! Tuesday, June 25 at 2 pm A visually unique presentation of science - utilizing the skills of juggling, comedy, balancing, magic, and music. Wacky and educational - from a rap song about accidental inventions to a hair-raising experiment with electricity. The Science Show proves that science can be found at school, on the playground, at home, in your car - it's everywhere!  Don’t miss this international performer’s return to Easy Pennsboro Branch! All ages welcome. No registration necessary.      Location: East Pennsboro Branch Wednesday June 26, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM CSI Egypt with the UPenn Museum     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        CSI Egypt with the UPenn Museum Wednesday, June 26 at 10:30 am Stephen Phillips from the University of Pennsylvania Museum presents CSI Egypt! For students entering grades 4 – 6, with registration required starting June 12.  $2 fee per child must be paid 2 days before program. The Outreach Lecture Program is funded by the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.      Location: Fredricksen Library   2:00 PM  -  3:00 PM John Hadfield: The Science Show     Contact:    717-776-5900   johngraham@ccpa.net     "A visually unique presentation of science - utilizing the skills of juggling, comedy, balancing, magic, and music.  Wacky and educational." Thursday June 27, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Dig into Pirate Treasure     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Dig into Pirate Treasure Thursday, June 27 at 10:30 am Ahoy, mateys!  Join us for some pirate fun!  For students entering grades 1 - 3, with registration required starting June 13.  $2.00 fee per child must be paid 2 days before program.      Location: Fredricksen Library   11:00 AM I Dig Archaeology     Contact:    (717) 732-4274        I Dig Archaeology Thursday, June 27 at 11 am Join Dr. Don Linebaugh of the University of Maryland and dig into history’s mysteries with hands on activities.  Learn how artifacts teach us about the past. For students entering grades 3 – 6, with registration required starting June 13.        Location: East Pennsboro Branch   7:00 PM Drop-In Story Time     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Drop-In Story Time Thursday, June 27 at 7 pm Drop-in story time with stories, flannel boards, songs and fingerplays provides a fun experience at the library.  For ages 3 years and up with no registration necessary.      Location: Fredricksen Library Friday June 28, 2013 Go To Top 6:30 PM Family Movie Night: Call for title     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Family Movie Night: Call for title Friday, June 28 at 6:30 pm We will be showing a G or PG rated movie and free popcorn will be served.  All ages welcome and all children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration necessary.       Location: Fredricksen Library Monday July 1, 2013 Go To Top Summer Reading Club 2013 – DIG INTO READING!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Summer Reading Club 2013 – DIG INTO READING! June 3 through August 3 This year’s Summer Reading Club:Dig into Reading!  is packed with exciting  performers and programs!  This 9 week program will feature reading activities, with programs for children preschool age through 6thgrade.  Magic, Science, Art workshops, Zoo America, Movies, Crafts and many other wonderful events are planned, with a family picnic rounding out the fun.  Register online starting June 3.  All programs sponsored by Friends of Fredricksen Library.      Location: Fredricksen Library

9:30 AM Summer Story Times – I Dig Worms!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Summer Story Times – I Dig Worms! Monday, July 1 at 9:30 and 10:30 am Join us as we sing songs and read stories with pages projected on the big screen!  9:30 am - for children under 3. 10:30 am - for children ages 3 to 6.  No registration required.      Location: Fredricksen Library   10:30 AM Summer Story Times – I Dig Worms!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Summer Story Times – I Dig Worms! Monday, July 1 at 9:30 and 10:30 am Join us as we sing songs and read stories with pages projected on the big screen!  9:30 am - for children under 3. 10:30 am - for children ages 3 to 6.  No registration required.      Location: Fredricksen Library Tuesday July 2, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Silly Joe @ Fredricksen!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Silly Joe @ Fredricksen! Tuesday, July 2 at 10:30 am The performance will include songs, stories, and sing-a-longs with old standards like “Five Little Ducks” and originals like “The Ballad of Poor Gil,” “The Underwear Song,” and “There’s a Monster in My Belly.”  Children will be encouraged to clap, sing, dance, and act silly! All ages welcome. No registration necessary.        Location: Fredricksen Library   1:30 PM Silly Joe @ East Pennsboro Branch!     Contact:    (717) 732-4274        Silly Joe @ East Pennsboro Branch! Tuesday, July 2 at 1:30 pm The performance will include songs, stories, and sing-a-longs with old standards like “Five Little Ducks” and originals like “The Ballad of Poor Gil,” “The Underwear Song,” and “There’s a Monster in My Belly.”  Children will be encouraged to clap, sing, dance, and act silly! All ages welcome. No registration necessary.        Location: East Pennsboro Branch Friday July 5, 2013 Go To Top 6:30 PM  -  8:30 PM Youth Chess Night     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Youth Chess Night Friday, July 5 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Experts from the Harrisburg Chess Club will be on hand to assist young chess players and match up competitors with equal skill level. Ages 7-13. Participants are asked to bring a chess set if possible but not required. No registration required.      Location: Fredricksen Library Monday July 8, 2013 Go To Top 9:30 AM Summer Story Times – I Dig Dinosaurs!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Summer Story Times – I Dig Dinosaurs! Monday, July 8 at 9:30 and 10:30 am Join us as we sing songs and read stories with pages projected on the big screen!  9:30 am - for children under 3. 10:30 am - for children ages 3 to 6.  No registration required.      Location: Fredricksen Library   10:30 AM Summer Story Times – I Dig Dinosaurs!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Summer Story Times – I Dig Dinosaurs! Monday, July 8 at 9:30 and 10:30 am Join us as we sing songs and read stories with pages projected on the big screen!  9:30 am - for children under 3. 10:30 am - for children ages 3 to 6.  No registration required.      Location: Fredricksen Library Tuesday July 9, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM Popcorn Hat Players – Rapunzel!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Popcorn Hat Players – Rapunzel! Tuesday, July 9 at 10:30 am Popcorn Hat Players Children’s Theatre has been entertaining children and their families since 1993, bringing fairy tales, folk tales and fables to new audiences every year. Using creative comedy and improvisation, the Players write original adaptations and breathe new life into unforgettable stories. This program will feature a unique retelling of the classic tale Rapunzel. All ages welcome. No registration necessary.      Location: Fredricksen Library   1:00 PM Popcorn Hat Players – Rapunzel!     Contact:    (717) 732-4274        Popcorn Hat Players – Rapunzel! Tuesday, July 9 at 1 pm Popcorn Hat Players Children’s Theatre has been entertaining children and their families since 1993, bringing fairy tales, folk tales and fables to new audiences every year. Using creative comedy and improvisation, the Players write original adaptations and breathe new life into unforgettable stories. This program will feature a unique retelling of the classic tale Rapunzel. All ages welcome. No registration necessary.      Location: East Pennsboro Branch Wednesday July 10, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM I LOVE MUD!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        I LOVE MUD! Wednesday, July 10 at 10:30 am Mud Painting with Miss Ruby! Mud painting is a removal process, done with various size sticks - like scratchboard. For students entering grades 4 – 6, with registration required starting June 26.  $2 fee per child must be paid 2 days before program.      Location: Fredricksen Library Thursday July 11, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM I LOVE MUD!     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        I LOVE MUD! Thursday, July 11 at 10:30 am Mud Painting with Miss Ruby! Mud painting is a removal process, done with various size sticks - like scratchboard. For students entering grades 1 – 3, with registration required starting June 27.  $2 fee per child must be paid 2 days before program.      Location: Fredricksen Library   7:00 PM Drop-In Story Time     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Drop-In Story Time Thursday, July 11 at 7 pm Drop-in story time with stories, flannel boards, songs and fingerplays provides a fun experience at the library.  For ages 3 years and up with no registration necessary.      Location: Fredricksen Library

Friday July 12, 2013 Go To Top 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Matthew Dodd: Songs and Stories from Underground     Contact:    717-776-5900   johngraham@ccpa.net   7:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Children’s Bingo Night     Contact:    (717) 761-3900 x229        Children’s Bingo Night Friday, July 12 from 7 pm to 8 pm Great family entertainment for a Friday night.  All ages welcome – with children’s books as prizes! Space is limited - Tickets required - pick up tickets at the Children’s desk starting June 28.      Location: Fredricksen Library

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