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HERSHEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
E-Newsletter
July 2021

Read a great tale this summer!

Young Woman Enjoying Reading a Book
Great stories can transport you to
another time and place, all while
staying safe at home.
 Banish summer boredom and escape from the everyday with
your library. Whether you want to listen to an audiobook, flip through a graphic novel, crack open a printed book, or swipe through an e-book, we've got something for everyone.

Check out tales perfect for
your
summer adventure. Browse the shelves at the library and explore digital downloads in OverDrive, hoopla, and more
 
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From the Director's Desk

"Summer is here and what a relief it is! After a year of all-virtual programs, we are delighted to offer in-person programs in our outdoor reading garden and in Chocolatetown Park. Much like summers of the past, we have a full slate of fun offerings for kids and families to fill up your summer days. We’ve got bubbles, music, puppies, and Legos- there really is something for everyone!" Read more.

Laura O'Grady
Library Director

Staff Spotlight - Peter Shearer

"One of my  favorite aspects of working at the public service desk is recommending where to begin with a certain author or subject and I'm always interested in talking about Hershey history, rock music and of course, guitars!" Say hi to Peter next time you visit.
Peter Shearer
Library Assistant
Longwood Gardens’ Community Read Book Discussion
Presented by Abra Lee
Thursday, July 1. 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
We will be joined by Abra Lee to discuss her experiences as a African American woman horticulturist 
and historical view of conservation in our area. Abra Lee is a public horticulture leader in the making, and is an advocate for Planting Your Truth. Please register online to join this Friends virtual program. The Home Place by Dr. J.D. Lanham is an excellent foundation for Abra Lee’s talk.

Transforming Health Launches 2021 Summer Read 

Transforming Health Launches 2021 Summer Read 
You Belong by Sebene Selassie will be featured as the 9th annual Summer Read. From much admired meditation expert Sebene Selassie, You Belong is a call to action, exploring our tangled relationship with belonging, connection, and each other.
The Summer Read project is a community partnership of WITF’s Transforming Health, Aligning Forces for Quality- South Central PA and Central PA library systems with additional support from WellSpan Health and Capital BlueCross. Learn more at TransformingHealth.org.
 
Available e-book copies in OverDrive. Copies in print coming soon.

Summer fun for all ages!
Visit us for more summer happenings!
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The Story Garden
Thursdays: July 1 to July 22. 10:00 am to 10:30 am
 
A mixed-age, in-person program for the whole family. Join Ms. Rita in the library’s reading garden for stories and songs.
 
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Coloring in the r.g.
Tuesday, July 13. 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
 
Bring colored pencils, markers, crayons, and we will have clip boards, adult coloring sheets, and music! In the r.g.
 
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Fused Glass
Saturday, July 17. 10:00 am
to 1:00 pm
 
Join Kathy Forney outside for another fused glass class. Make a mosaic butterfly or dragonfly, or a crescent moon..
 
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Furry Tales Reading Program
Wednesdays: July 7 to July 21. 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. 
 
This program is for struggling readers who will be paired with licensed therapy dogs and their handlers from Caring Hearts Pet Therapy. For children in grades K-5. A selection of suitable reading material is provided for the children to read to the dogs.
 

Extreme Book Nerd Challenge
Thursday, July 1 until Thursday, June 19, 2022
 
50 Weeks, 50 Categories, 50 Books: Can you, do it? The challenge is for anyone age 12 and older. Check out the list of categories in the Extreme Book Nerd List and see if you are up for the challenge. For anyone age 12and older.
 

Andy's Wild Amphibian Show
Wednesday, July 14. 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
 
Andy Offutt Irwin presents a live-streaming show featuring many things including tadpoles, ridiculous parental questions, a five-gallon pickle jar, and a cat named Bootsie. The program is presented by the Susquehanna Folf Music Festival.
 

Open Mic Night in the r.g.
 Friday, July 16. 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
 
Featured images from Open Mic Night. October 26, 2020 in the r.g. (Reading Garden).

Dungeons and Dragons Board Game
Fear of Commitment Book Group (21+)
Short Fiction
 
Thursday, July 24. 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Richard Ford’s Going to the Dogs from Rock Springs. Find the book on hoopla.
 
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Create. Build. Share.
Crafts in the r.g.
 
Tuesday, July 20
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm.
 
In the r.g. (Reading Garden),we are making duct tape water bottle holders/carriers. We have the pattern and the duct tape. All you need is you, a water bottle, and a friend or two. If you have a favorite color/pattern of duct tape you can bring that too. For tweens and teens. Registration is not required.
 
 
Virtual LEGO Club

Fridays: July 2 to July 23.
10:00 am to 11:00 am.
 
Register for each session to join Ms Rita for a weekly LEGO building challenge. For kids age 6+.
After your registration is confirmed, you will receive a link to Zoom.
 
 
Stories for Everyone

Mondays: July 5 to July 19.
10:00 am to 10:30 am.
 
Ms. Rita will be on Facebook LIVE each Monday morning with a storytime suitable for families and daycares. The live recording will be available for a week, until the next fun-filled Facebook Live. For kids ages 3-5. Registration is not required.
Big Bubble Bonanza

Wednesday, July 14.
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
 
Families, join us at Chocolatetown Park (48 W Chocolate Ave, Hershey PA) for Jeff Boyer’s Big Bubble Bonanza, a mix of comedy, music, and interactive bubble-magic. Registration is not required. Sponsored by the Friends.
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Tuesday, July 20.
11:00 am to 12:00 pm.
 
Join us in Chocolatetown Park in Downtown Hershey for a fun family concert! Musician and artist Mark DeRose returns with great music for everyone. Feel free to bring blankets and chairs. Suitable for children in grades K-5. Registraton is not required. Sponsored by the Friends.

Community Blood Drive
Tuesday, July 27. 1:30 pm to 6:30 pm.
  • Please call the Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank (CPBB) at 1-800-771-0059 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins might have to wait if there are appointments at that time.
  • Schedule an appointment online.
  • Masks are required even if you are vaccinated.
  • A form of ID is required to donate.
  • Donors must have eaten within a four-hour period prior to donating.
  • Please click here for more information on donating blood at the library.

Friends Annual Book Sale
Preview Night for Friends members - Friday, July 30. 6-8 pm.
Regular Book Sale: Saturday, July 31 to Tuesday, August 3. During regular library hours.
Summer Block Party: Saturday, July 31. 2-5 pm.
Friends Membership.

Connect with us: 
         
Hershey Public Library
701 Cocoa Avenue
Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033
(717) 533-6555

www.hersheylibrary.org