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Simply Simpson, February 2020 |
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Enjoy lunch or dinner with your family and friends, and up to 25% of the cost of your meal will go directly to the Friends of Simpson Library. Pick up a flyer or download one now and give it to your server when you pay for your meal. |
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Enjoy a delicious meal at Diener's Downtown Restaurant with your family and friends, and 20% of the cost of your meal will be donated to the Friends of the Simpson Public Library! Be sure to bring a dine-out flyer with you! |
Members Preview: Friday, February 7, 6:00 to 8:00 pm Book Sale: Saturday, February 8, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Bag Sale: Sunday, February 9, 1:00 to 3:00 pm |
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Get a preview of six musicals that will be performed by local high schools this spring! Tickets are only $5 per person if purchased in advance and are available at Simpson Library or on our website. |
Register Online: We are proud to partner with Grace United Methodist Church to serve a green eggs & ham breakfast, followed by stories, crafts, and a celebration of Dr. Seuss’s birthday! Read More. |
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American Mah Jongg meets every Thursday morning at 10:00 am. If you're new to the game, come on February 13 to learn how to play. |
ChildrenFamily Story Time and Block Party no longer require registration, so come on over! You can now register for other programs online. |
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Wednesday, February 26, 1:00 to 3:00 pm This month’s session will feature guest speaker, Dennis Baker, President of the West Shore Photography Club, who has discovered that he really can create amazing pictures with his iPhone camera. Registration is not required. |
Saturday, March 21, 6:00 to 8:00 pm Think you know about all things Disney? Test your knowledge of Disney movies, characters, stories, theme parks, history, and more at After Hours Trivia in March. Come in costume and earn an extra point. Registration opens February 1. |
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We supply cups, bottle openers, snacks, and prizes. You bring your beverage of choice and your knowledge. This program is for adults, ages 21 and older. Registration is required. |
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Rhyme Time, Toddler Time, and Story Time are presented several times a week throughout the year, and Family Story Time is presented every Monday at 6:30 pm. Registration is not required; join us when you can. Visit our Children's Services page to view the current schedule. |
All adults are invited to join any (or all!) of the book clubs that meet at the library. No registration is required, and new members are welcome! |
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Are you or a loved one unable to visit the library because of age, illness, or a disability? STAR service provides homebound adults with delivery of books, large-print books, audiobooks, music CDs, and DVDs. |
The Joseph T. Simpson Public Library collects eyeglasses and prescription sunglasses for the Mechanicsburg Lions Club. The Lions then refurbish, repair, and refit glasses for people in need both locally and globally. Bring your old glasses with you on your next trip to the library and deposit them in the Lions Club container. |
Display Case Our display in the lobby this month is provided by the West Shore Stamp Club. Members of the club contributed to the display of beautiful and fascinating examples of stamps from around the world. Along with the stamps, check out the historical post cards — see if you can identify places you have visited. |
Hours Mon: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tue: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Wed: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Thu: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Fri: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sat: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sun: 1:00 – 5:00 pm |
 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. |
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There are many ways you can help ensure that the Joseph T. Simpson Public Library will continue to provide valued quality library services for generations to come. Our Sponsorship Opportunities catalog provides a variety of options. |
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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, West Shore Home LLC, and Members 1st Federal Credit Union 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. |
A Community Aid bin is located in the Simpson Public Library parking lot. The library earns 4 cents per pound on clothing and shoes collected. Drop off your unneeded items and help a neighbor today. |
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. |
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. |
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