If you are an aspiring author who is looking for an opportunity for exposure, this would be a great event for you. The Call for Submissions to local authors is open until April 1, 2020.
Laura O'Grady's letter reports on library highlights - a fun Winter Reading Program called "The Vegetable Garden", and the latest library construction news. Read Laura's letter.
All films are shown on Saturdays in February from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Friends provide snacks.
February 1st – “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (Rated PG-13) INDIA
February 8th – “Bottle Shock” (PG-13) UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
February 15th – “Tortilla Soup” (PG-13) MEXICO
February 22nd – “Tea with Mussolini” (PG) ITALY
Franklin D. Roosevelt – An Arsenal of Democracy
Sunday, February 9 at 2:00 pm.
A Friends Adult Program presented by Neill Hartley. Watch a famous moment come to life, as you meet with the President just prior to his delivery of the famous “Arsenal of Democracy” speech. Learn what President Roosevelt was thinking and listen to his plea for the support of our Allies. Read more. Please register online or call the library at 717-533-6555 to speak to a staff member.
I, Nat Love Sunday, February 16 at 2:00 pm
At this Friends Children's Program, Nat Love, the black cowboy played by Rochel Garner Coleman, tells the life and times of this ex-slave who joined thousands of others like him to explore and settle the West. Based on stories from Love’s autobiography. Read more. Suitable for children in grades K-5. No registration required.
An Afternoon of Jazz Featuring Abe Ovadia Sunday, February 23 at 2:00 pm.
Listen to Abe Ovadia a "jazz virtuoso”, a preeminent guitarist on the New York City jazz scene, and innovative guitarist who has developed a unique identity on the instrument and as a band leader. Featuring an innovative and emotionally charged energy that is unrelenting. Read more. Please register online for this Friends Adult Program from January 23 or call the library at 717-533-6555.
"The Art of Racing in the Rain" Saturday, February 29 at 2:00 pm.
We welcome Garth Stein, bestselling author of "The Art of Racing in the Rain", the story of a beloved philosopher dog named Enzo who teaches us everything we need to know about being human. The book was inspired by Stein’s own experiences. Read more. Registration for this Friends Adult Program begins January 29. Please register online or call the library at 717-533-6555.
One Book, One Community Book Discussion
Monday, February 24 at 6:30 pm.
Join a book discussion on the 2020 One Book, One Community selection "Heartland: A Memoir of Working Hard and Being Broke in the Richest Country on Earth" by Sarah Smarsh. Read more. Registration begins on January 24, either online or by call the Public Services Desk at 717-533-6555.
PROGAMS FOR TEENS AND CHILDREN
LEGO Club
Wednesday, February 5. 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm.
Do you have children who love playing with LEGO? Budding architects and LEGO fanatics ages 6+ are welcome to join LEGO Club where building encourages imagination and creativity, and where children bring construction to life. Rita Smith, the Children’s Librarian, begins the club meeting with a story and then describes the LEGO building challenge for that week. Please register online, or call the Children’s desk at 717-533-6555 ext. 3708.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by watching “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before”. (2018. TV-14.) Based on the book by Jenny Han. Snack on Lara Jean’s special snicker doodle cookies, write Valentine’s, and make your own scrunchie! Registration is not required. For kids in grade 6 and higher. If you have questions, please contact Kendra Mase at kmase@derrytownship.org
Chess Club
Saturdays. 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm.
All ages and experience level welcome. Never played before? Learn the game and have fun at the same time. No registration required.
Dungeons & Dragons
Fridays. 3:00 pm to 4:45 pm.
Kids age 12 and older, drop-in to play this tabletop fantasy board game. Hosted by HHS Dungeons & Dragons Club. No registration.
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SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY
Community Blood Drive on the Bloodmobile
Monday, February 24 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
The Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank's bloodmobile will be in the library's parking lot for this drive. No appointment is necessary. Please bring a form of ID with you. Donors must have eaten within a four hour period prior to donating! If you are unable to attend the blood drive on this day, you may donate at a place and time more convenient to you: When you give the library’s account # 1072, we will be able to get credit for your donation. Thank you!