In this Issue
Program Survey
Art Show Closing Reception
Summer Reading 2021
August Events
News and Information
Save the Date
Current Hours
Program Survey
Tell us what you want!
(what you really really want)

Our program committee is hard at work planning engaging programs for the coming months. Now that we're tiptoeing into in-person programs again, we want to know what you'd like! Take our survey to help us design the best offerings possible. And tell a friend, who may not use the library as much, to take the survey too. We always want to bring new people into the library!
 
Art Show Closing Reception
Sanctuary Arts
Exhibit Closing Reception
Tuesday, August 24 4:00 - 6:00 PM
 
Sanctuary Arts proudly presents a showcase of its instructors, a group of talented artists who are passionate about their work and eager to pass on their technical and creative expertise. Come mingle with artists and art lovers in appreciation of this wonderful show.
Summer Reading 2021
 
Get your reading logged, Summer Reading ends August 7!
 
Are you one of the 531 people who are participating in our Summer Reading Challenge? If so, make sure you enter your reading and activities and assign your raffle tickets before we choose our winners on August 10! It could be YOU!
August Events
York Hospital Lunch and Learn: What's Going On Down There? All Your Women's Health Questions Answered
Wednesday, August 4 @ 12:00 PM
 
Join Dr. Sarah Jean Hanson, gynecologist at York Hospital’s OB/GYN Surgical & Midwifery Associates, for an in-person Lunch & Learn program. Dr. Hanson will lead a discussion about common gynecologic health issues. Her talk will  address topics such as: 
• Hormone changes and menopause 
• Pelvic floor and bladder health 
• The role sexuality plays in wellness 
Masks will be required for all attendees. Take-away boxed  lunches will be provided following the presentation.
 
Registration Required: Click Here to Sign Up
 
In-Person Writing Workshop
Wednesdays, August 11, 18, 25 
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM 
 
Writer and publisher Marjory Lyons returns to the Library to facilitate workshops for writers of all skill levels and genres. Workshop participants need to bring up to 8 pages of their current writing as well as 6 copies to share with other attendees. The group will provide constructive feedback which each writer can use to revise as desired for the next workshop.
 
Marjory Lyons, a PhD and founder of Telling Your Story (a specialty publishing company), has more than 30 years of experience as an author, publisher, and educator. Although summer finds her in York, winter keeps Lyons busy in Florida, where she conducts a writing workshop and produces community writing programs.
 
Email ssmith@yorkpubliclibrary.org to register.
 
Nature Storytime, Parent Social, and More

The Children's Room is back in swing with their weekly programs. In addition to our wonderful Ms. Katie and Ms. Barb, we're also hosting Patrice Leary-Forrey from Kids Free to Grow for a Parent Social on Fridays, and we've got two more weeks of White Pine Nature Storytime. Check it out!
 
Nature Stories with White Pine Programs
Wednesdays, August 4 and 18 @ 10:30 AM
Join Miss Julie from White Pine Programs in the garden at the York Public Library for a story followed by a fun nature activity. Suggested ages 3 – 5 with a caregiver.
 
Baby and Toddler Playgroup/Parent Social
Fridays, August 6, 13, 20 and 27 @ 11:30 AM
Bring your baby or toddler and join Patrice for social time! Meet other parents or caregivers, share your parenting tips and enjoy time with some new friends. We may host this program outside if weather permits.
Mid-Day Meditation with Brian Bliss
Tuesdays, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
 
A short meditation can reset the tone of our busy and distraction-filled day. Guided sessions with practitioner Brian Bliss provide an opportunity to practice mindfulness, reduce stress, regain focus, boost productivity, and to be fully present.  Meet our meditation leader, Brian Bliss 
 
To join a meditation, click here ahead of the session to participate via Zoom. 
Roblox! 
Thursday, August 26 @ 3:30 PM
5th and 6th Grade

Join us on Roblox! Play together, chat with friends, and have fun - all on the Library's private VIP servers. Chat will be available through Zoom or in-game.
 
Register online here!
 
Chess Club is Back!
Wednesdays @ 3:30 PM
 
Join us by the fireplace for some friendly competition in a game of chess. We'll have plenty of boards available. Bring a friend or make a friend!
News and Information
Did you know you have access to hundreds of popular magazines with your Library Card? Grab a cup of coffee or your beach bag and head over to yorkme.overdrive.com or download the Libby app (by Overdrive) to get started!
 
Expanded Donation Hours @ the Book Nook
We hope you've been perusing our Book Nook for some summer reads! Our volunteers continue to be appreciative of how thoughtfully you've been following our rules about donating books to the Book Nook. You can now donate on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10am-2pm or Wednesdays from 3-5pm. 
 
If you aren't able to come to those times, send us a message and we'll try to work out an alternate arrangement. 
Read More from our YA and Children's Departments

Catch up on all the latest from our Youth Librarians in this month's YA Newsletter and Children's Newsletter.
 
 
Save the Date
In-Person
Author Talks

Tuesday, September 14
6:30 PM
Colin Woodard
 
Wednesday September 21
7:00 PM
Robin Wood
 
 
More Upcoming Programs
 
Stay tuned for upcoming programs and events, and remember you can check out our Events page any time for all the latest happenings at YPL. Have an idea for a program? Take our survey!
Current Hours
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
 
The C.D.C. recommends that all individuals, regardless of vaccination status, wear masks when inside public spaces. 
 
Masks are appreciated and encouraged throughout the library and REQUIRED in the Children's Room.  
   
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