Simply Simpson, May 2020
Can't Come to the Library?
Let the Library Come to You!
Yes, our doors remain closed,
but you can still use many of the library's resources.
 
Plus, we are here! Email us at simpson@cumberlandcountylibraries.org if you need to renew your card or have other questions. Visit our website for more information. 
 

Browse some of our offerings by visiting our Collections and Services page. A selection of online resources and their links are listed at the bottom of the Digital Access Card Request page.
 
Children's Programs at Home

You can't come to us, so we are bringing the library to you! Check back every week for new videos to share with your kids. We are also presenting weekly STEM Club and LEGO Club challenges. Finally, check out our list of online resources for you and your children to enjoy from home. No library card needed!
 
Need a Library Card?
Fill out the online form and get a barcode and PIN so that you can access our online services. Please be patient — this is not an automated system. Library staff will set up your account as soon as possible. Full details are available here.
 
If you already have a library card with our system, please do not use this form to get a new card. If you are having trouble accessing our services because you’ve forgotten your PIN, you can reset your PIN provided you have an email address associated with your account. 
 
Stream Free Movies With Your Library Card
Watch Now for Free!

Residents of Cumberland County with Cumberland County Library Cards are now able to stream from Kanopy. Plus, Kanopy Kids is offering unlimited plays through May 31.


 
Free eBooks
No Library Card Required!

Check out this list of ebooks and eaudiobooks you can access without a library card!
 
Summer Learning Challenge
 

Children


Teens


Adults

Readers of all ages can participate in our 2020 Summer Learning Challenge. Register or update your information on Beanstack starting May 26. Then track your progress online with Beanstack between June 7 and August 1. Children can earn prizes, teens can earn raffle tickets toward drawings of awesome prizes, and adults can earn chances in the weekly drawing as well as the Grand Prize of a Kindle Fire. Click on the applicable link for more info about each program. 
 
Friends Events
All events subject to change or cancellation in accordance with prevailing
COVID-19 guidelines.
 
Ashcombe's Fundraiser
Wednesday, June 3
9:00 am to 7:00 pm
 
Get ready for summer gardening with a trip to Ashcombe Farms, and the Friends of Simpson Library will earn up to 20% of the proceeds! Just present your Shop for a Cause flyer at the cash register. [More.]
 
 

 


 
T.J. Rockwell's Dine-Out
Wednesday, June 3
11:00 am to 10:00 pm
 
Enjoy a meal at T.J. Rockwell's in Mechanicsburg, and 15% of the cost of the meal will be donated to the Friends of Simpson Library! Just give your dine-out flyer to your server.  [More.] 
 
June Book Sale
Preview Night for Friends Members
Friday, June 19, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
 
Regular Book Sale
Saturday, June 20, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
 
Bag Sale
Sunday, June 21, 1:00 to 3:00 pm
All the books you can fit in a level bag for only $10.00!
Some restrictions apply.
Paper bags supplied by the Friends of the Library.
 
 
 


Location: 114 North York St., Mechanicsburg
Look for Something New? Read, Watch, or Listen!
Yes! You can still place holds! 
 
New Fiction Books       New Nonfiction Books       New DVDs       New Audiobooks
  
Have these notices emailed to you every month! Sign up here.
  
Book Discussion Groups
Simpson Library Book Clubs
 
We are working on offering virtual book clubs for the Monday Evening and Thursday Morningbook clubs. If you are interested in joining, please contact Joelene at jdiana@ccpa.net. 
  
Monday Night Book Club
May 18, 7:00 to 8:00 pm
The Only Woman in the Room by Marie Benedict
 
Thursday Morning Book Club 
May 21, 10:00 to 11:00 am
Heat and Light by Jennifer Haigh
 
Watch the Skies Sci-Fi Book Club
Please contact the group directly for information: observers@watchtheskies.org

Get Involved
Adopt a Summer Learner

Our Summer Learning Challenge instills a love of reading in children, helps them become better readers, and ultimately lifelong learners. Your gift will encourage children and parents to continue reading together this summer and open the door to a lifelong love of reading for pleasure. [More]  

If you shop at Amazon, use AmazonSmile, 
select Joseph T. Simpson Public Library, and 0.5% of your eligible purchase prices will be donated to Simpson Library.
 
Support Simpson
 
Sponsorship Opportunities
 
You can help ensure that the Joseph T. Simpson Public Library will continue to provide valued quality library services for generations to come. [Click here for Brochure.]
 
Become a Monthly Donor
 You can now donate to the library monthly. It's easy and quick. Monthly gifts can be automatically made through PayPal.
[More.]
Library Pillar Sponsors
 
Local businesses are supporting Simpson Library's events all year round by becoming Library Pillar Sponsors. Thank you Buhrig Funeral Home & Crematory/Buhrig’s Gathering Place, Fry Communications, Chris Loeffert – State Farm Agency, Members 1st Federal Credit Union, and West Shore Home LLC  for being 2020 Library Pillar Sponsors! We are grateful for your generous support! 
 
The Friends of the Simpson Library support the library with fundraising activities, community activities, library programs, and advocacy for quality library service.
 
Join now!
Community Aid can now accept donations under specific guidelines. Contact Community Aid for details. Please do not place stuff outside the bins; items left outside cannot be used. 
Bags for Books: For each reusable bag used by shoppers, Karns will donate 3 cents to local public libraries. Bring your reusable bags every time you shop at Karns and help support Simpson Library.
 
About Us
Mission
 
Joseph T. Simpson Public Library 
is a community
center for learning and leisure.
 
 
Vision

Simpson Public Library is a dynamic community asset that inspires lifelong learning, advances literacy, and connects people with resources for knowledge, discovery, and enrichment.
 
 
Core Values
 
Lifelong Learning
Community
Service
Access
We Are a PA Forward Library
PA Forward is an initiative
of the Pennsylvania Library Association designed to increase awareness of
the vital role libraries play
in the well-being of
their communities.
Joseph T. Simpson Public Library
16 N. Walnut St.
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 766-0171

www.simpsonlibrary.org