BOOK SALE SCHEDULE: Friday, August 3. 6-8 pm Preview Night. Friends members only. Saturday, August 4. 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, August 5. 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday, August 6. 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 7. 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 8. 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, August 9. 9:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. |
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Sunday, August 5. 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Stop by the library for Family Fun Day at the Annual Book Sale. Meet Laura O’Grady, the Library Director, and join in the fun with Libraries Rock themed games, crafts and activities for all ages. Included will be a bounce house and FREE ice cream at Sweet Daugs ice cream truck during the afternoon. Friends Family Fun Day is a free event sponsored by the Friends of the library, and is a great opportunity to sweep up some fantastic book sale bargains at the same time! No registration is required. The whole family is welcome. We look forward to seeing you there. |
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Please note: Teen programming information will appear in the Teen E-News letter after this issue. If you wish to sign up, please visit the subscription page and subscribe to all newsletters. You will receive a confirmation e-mail of the change.
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Rock & Read
Wednesday, August 15. 2:20 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. For kids in grade 6 and higher. Join us for an afternoon of relaxed reading in rock chairs. No registration. |
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Artemis After HoursFriday, August 17. 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Join the star-ship crew to battle aliens and explore space through our state of the art audio video system. Suitable for anyone aged 14 and older. Please register online.
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Second Saturday "Air is Everywhere"
Saturday, August 11. 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Families with children ages preschool and up, register for an hour of play, stories and activities with Jackie Sisco. This month, Leap into Science discovery learning centers investigating the properties of air. Please register online, or call us (717) 533-6555 x. 3708. |
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Rock the Fort Saturday, August 25. 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. When the library closes at 3 p.m., families may use materials from home to create reading forts in the library. Enjoy family reading time and earn a medal for your efforts! ALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT FOR THIS PROGRAM. Register online. If you have questions, please contact Rita Hunt-Smith at (717) 533-6555 ext. 3708 or send an e-mail to ritahuntsmith@derrytownship.org |
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Name That Tune Rock & Roll Bingo: adult summer reading program is for anyone 18 and older. Please pick up a game board at the front desk. Read more. Receive a FREE book on completion, and earn raffle tickets to be entered into a draw for prizes generously funded by the Friends of the library. Ends August 31. |
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 REGISTER for Summer Quest for kids ages 0-17. Registration is by age group. You may also register in person at the library. Teens ages 13-17 are invited to participate in Teens Rock. Prove libraries rock by reading great books and trying out our mini-challenges available at the Children’s desk or on the YA website. Ends August 24. |
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 Join Summer Quest at Shank Park, a collaboration between the Hershey Public Library and the Derry Township Parks & Recreation Center. Pick up a game board at the library and follow a walking trail around Shank Park, located at Bullfrog Valley Road, Hummelstown, PA 17036. At Shank Park, use your game board to search for animal images in the children's fairy tale classic, The Bremen Town Musicians by the Brothers Grimm. Ends August 21. For those who completed their game boards, come to a special screening of the movie "The Bremen Town Musicians" on Wednesday, August 22 at 6:30 p.m. Your completed page of rubbings is your ticket! |
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Saturday, August 4, 1:00 p.m. Chess Club will meet at the Derry Township Parks & Recreation Center due to space limitation at the library during the Friends Annual Book Sale Week. Registration is not required. Beginners welcome. |
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The library will be closed on Friday, August 3 during the day. We will open from 6-8 pm for Friends Annual Book Sale Preview Night for Friends members only. Renew or join HERE. |
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Find events for adults, teens and children, and register for programs. Click here. |
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Thursday, August 16. 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Stop by to meet staff from Children's services for stories at the Farmer's Market in Hershey. No registration required. The market is located next to the Cocoa Beanery at 1214 Research Blvd (off of Bullfrog Valley Road/US 322). |
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Monday, August 13 to Friday, August 17 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Art Camp is for kids in grade 4 and higher. A week's worth of art! Projects include : origami paper mobile, fused glass dish, woven basket, mosaic picture. Presenter Kathleen Forney. Camp fee: $50. For payment, please check with Rita Hunt-Smith at (717) 533-6555 x. 3708. |
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 Saturdays afternoons.1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. No registration. Never played before? Don't let that put you off; somebody will show you how. |
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Laura O'Grady writes about the improvements patrons will see in the coming months as we make a few changes to the collection space at the library. |
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Power Library Power Library NEWS! Changes coming. Many E-Resources you are familiar with will remain, but there'll be several new ones. Check back at the beginning of August to experience this exciting line-up of trusted and reliable source of online information. |
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Bi-monthly news on themed reading suggestions
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Monday, August 27 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank will be at the library. Please bring ID with you, and have eaten at least four hours before donating. No appointment needed. |
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