Simply Simpson 
June 2022
2022 Summer Learning Program
2022 Summer Learning Program
June 1 to August 15, 2022
 
Catch the reading wave with Simpson Library's 2022 Summer Learning Program, Oceans of Possibilities!
 
All ages are invited to join us for the annual Summer Learning Program from June 1 to August 15! Register online and then track your reading and activities online with Beanstack to keep learning and earning prizes. Beanstack has some helpful videos available for learning how to use the app to log your reading and activities. After you register, you can pick up a free program guide at the library.
 
Questions? Visit the library, call 717-766-0171, email mechanicsburg@cumberlandcountylibraries.org or send us a message on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter, and we'll help you out.
 
Everyone can earn prizes for reading this summer!
 
Children will track reading and do activities to earn many fun prizes. You won't want to miss the special performances and unique programs like Try-It Tuesday and Storybook STEAM.
 
Teens will track reading and do activities to earn raffle tickets for a chance to win one of eighteen fabulous prizes.
 
Adults are challenged to read twenty books by July 31 to earn a special prize. Each book read is also an entry into a weekly prize drawing and an entry into the grand prize drawing.
 
Thank you to our generous sponsors and supporters!
   
 
Summer Celebration
Wednesday, June 1, 4:00 to 7:00 pm

Join us on Wednesday, June 1, for our Summer Celebration! We will celebrate the start of our Summer Learning Program, Oceans of Possibilities. Free fun for all ages! Hot dogs, and popcorn! 
Games for kids! Music! And more!
 
The Summer Celebration will be held at the Community Center, 201 E. Green Street, Mechanicsburg. Children should be accompanied by an adult, and for the safety of everyone attending, No animals allowed, except service animals. We hope to see you there!
 
Summer Story Time Schedule
 
This summer, Tuesday story programs are being held in Winding Hills South park. The Tuesday schedule is as follows:
Rhyme Time (up to 18 months): 9:00 to 9:20 am
Toddler Time (18 months to 3 years): 9:35 to 9:55 am
Story Time (4 to 6 years): 10:10 to 10:35 am
 
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday story programs will be held in the library: 
Monday:
Rhyme Time, 10:15 am to 10:35 am and 5:15 pm to 5:35 pm
Toddler Time, 10:45 am to 11:05 am and 5:45 pm to 6:05 pm
Storybook STEAM, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm (registration required; please register online at least three days before each Storybook Steam program) 
 
Wednesday:
Rhyme Time, 5:15 pm to 5:35 pm
Toddler Time, 5:45 pm to 6:05 pm
Thursday:
Story Time, 10:15 am to 11:00 am
Toddler Time, 11:30 am to 11:50 am
Rhyme Time, 12:00 pm to 12:20 pm
 
Stop the Summer Slide
Adopt a Summer Learner
 
Summer Learning at the Joseph T. Simpson Public Library is an annual tradition featuring literacy-based programs and entertaining performers, great books and media materials to borrow, and reading incentives for children. It is important to support parents and teachers in stopping the “summer slide” so that students will be prepared for the 2022-2023 school year. Your gift will encourage children and parents to continue reading together this summer, which keeps the doors open to a lifelong love of reading for pleasure. Your support is greatly appreciated. 
 
June Highlights
Beautify the Barriers Unveiling Celebration
Sunday, June 5, 2:00 pm
 
Come check out the freshly painted and decorated barriers at the far end of our parking lot. Ten local artists have painted murals on the line of concrete jersey barriers near the exit of our parking lot, transforming them into fabulous artwork! Join us on June 5 to celebrate the artists and their creations. Light refreshments will be served. 
 
Trivia at Home: Harry Potter
Saturday, June 25, 6:00 pm
Zoom Session
 
If you are a fan of all things Harry Potter, you have spent a lot of time with the books, the movies, and the fandom surrounding it. Use that knowledge to have fun and maybe even win prizes. We are excited to bring back this popular trivia topic. Extra points awarded to the team that dresses in costume! Cheaters Never Prosper will be back to host a virtual game for us. We give four Amazon gift cards to the winning team. When you register, you can play alone or with all those you want to join in at your household. Please register online for this event. You will receive an email with Zoom login information before the event. 
 
Friends Events
Ashcombe Farms Fundraiser
Wednesday, June 8, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
 
Get ready for summer gardening with a trip to Ashcombe Farms on Wednesday, June 8, 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. You can print a flyer or just show it on your phone.
 
Big Ray's Burgers and Dogs Dine-Out Fundraiser
Tuesday, June 21, 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
 
Try the handmade burgers and fresh cut fries at Big Ray's Burgers and Dogs located at 3619 Simpson Ferry Road, Camp Hill, and the restaurant will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Friends of Simpson Library. Come find out why their slogan is "It's not fast food, it's fresh food" while supporting the library! Just bring a dine-out flyer (PDF) with you when you go eat on June 21.
 
Shopping for Simpson Library
Support Local Business, Support the Library!
Valid during the Month of June
 
Throughout the month of June, get exclusive savings at select local businesses when you purchase a shopping pass at Simpson Public Library! Shopping passes are on sale now. Purchase your pass at Simpson Library for $10 or purchase it via PayPal for $12 to have the pass mailed to you.
 
Here are the participating businesses:
Click her to download a printable list (PDF).
 
  • The Bewitching Moon for a 10% discount, 245 East Main Street, Thursdays to Saturdays.
  • Capital Joe Coffee for a one-time only 10% discount, 36 West Main Street, open every day.
  • Cracked Pot Coffee Shop for $3 off per visit, 130 Gettysburg Pike, open Monday to Saturday.
  • Cristiano Winery for a â€śbuy one – get one” wine tasting, 207 West Main Street, open Friday & Saturday.
  • Diener’s Restaurant for a 10% discount, 135 West Main Street, discount valid Tuesdays through Fridays.
  • Giuseppe's Pizza Cantina for a 10% discount, 600 East Simpson Street, open every day.
  • Hattie’s Bread Box for a 10% discount, 103 South George Street, this new business will open June 1!
  • Joys of Life Scrapbooking for a 25% discount (some exclusions apply), 5222 East Trindle Road Suite R, open Tuesday through Saturday.
  • Mystical Existence Bath Essentials at The Bewitching Moon for a 15% discount, 245 East Main Street, open Thursdays to Saturdays.
  • Paulus Farm Market for a one-time only 10% discount off The Farmer’s Plate meal kit, or any fresh fruits or veggies in the market, 1216 South York Street, open every day.
  • The Rosemary House for a 20% discount, 120 South Market Street, open Tuesday through Saturday.
  • Studio 7 for a 20% discount off all retail products, 1304 South Market Street, open Monday through Saturday.
  • Ten Thousand Villages for a one-time only 10% discount, 701 Gettysburg Pike, open Monday through Saturday. 
Save the Date!
Snapper's Dine Out Fundraiser
 
On Wednesday, July 20, finish off your visit to the library with a meal at Snapper's Bar and Grill across the street! Located at 120 East Allen Street, Snapper's will donate a percentage of the cost of your meal to the Friends of the Simpson Public Library! Simply fill out a dine-out flyer and present it when you order July 20 from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm. Alcoholic drinks are not included in the fundraiser.
 
A Night at the Theatre
 
The Friends of the Library have partnered with the Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg to present a Night at the Theatre on Wednesday, July 13 at 7:00 pm. Enjoy this exclusive performance of a comical murder mystery based on a short story by Oscar Wilde, Murder on West Moon Street, with other supporters of the library. Tickets cost $18 per person and are available for purchase at the library beginning June 1st. The play will be performed at Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg, 915 South York Street, Mechanicsburg.
 
Book Clubs
All adults are invited to join the book clubs that meet at our library. We have clubs for mystery readers, fans of sci-fi, and those who enjoy a variety of classic and contemporary literature. Take a look at what we're reading and join a club or two! No registration required. New attendees, please contact Joelene at jdiana@cumberlandcountylibraries.org for more information.
 
Mad About Mysteries
Wednesday, June 8, 7:00 to 8:00 pm
Deep Into the Dark 
by P.J. Tracey
Monday Night Book Club
June 20, 7:00 to 8:00 pm
The Doctors Blackwell by Janice P. Nimura
Watch the Skies Sci-Fi Book Club
June 15, 7:00 to 9:00 pm
The Three-Body Problem 
by Cixin Liu
 
Thursday Morning Book Club*
Friday, June 17, 10:00 to 11:00 am
The Doctors Blackwell by Janice P. Nimura
*Note date change: Library closed on Thursday, June 16, for Jubilee Day.
Programs for Adults, Teens, and Children
Please visit the online Events Calendar for the most up-to-date information for each program and registration links where applicable. Most programs for children, tweens, and teens require registration at least three days before the event. All programs are free unless otherwise noted.
Refer to our website, visit us in person,
or call us at 717-766-0171 for details.
 
Summer Learning Program Performances
 
School Age
Performances held at the Community Center, 201 E. Green St., Mechanicsburg
 
Andrew's Big Show
Wednesday, June 15, 10:30 to 11:30 am
Andrew’s high energy show will add a spark to the whole day! His juggling, circus skills, physical comedy, and audience participation all combine to make sure young and old alike enjoy the show. Please register online.
 
Kit's Interactive Theatre
June 22, 10:30 to 11:30 am
Join us on a rollicking adventure with 15th century pirate, Grace O'Malley! Audience members will join Grace's crew and help find Blackbeard's hidden treasure. Enjoy plenty of music, dancing, and folktales along the way! Please register online.
 
 Music Play Patrol
June 29, 10:30 to 11:30 am
Using our imaginations, we will explore the depths of the oceans through songs, interactive activities and a musical story about bullying. Don't miss this energetic performance. Please register online.
 
 Preschool
Performances held at Simpson Library
 
Turtle Dance Music
June 17, 10:30 to 11:30 am
A Family Music, Dance and Comedy Show features wonderful classic and original children’s songs and tales about being under the sea! The show engages children with songs, comedy, bubbles, and music technology.
We will also discuss why it is important to keep our oceans clean and how to protect our oceans from harmful things like microplastics. Join us for this novel performance which will be accompanied by visual and sensory experiences. Kids will dance, sing, laugh, use their imaginations and connect with new friends. The show is crafted to be inclusive for all children, including children on the Autism Spectrum, and a great time for parents and teachers! Please register online for this performance!
 
Silly Goose and Val
June 24, 10:30 to 11:30 am
Award-winning artist Valerie Leonhart Smalkin and Silly Goose present a fast-paced, humorous musical treat with puppets, storytelling, ventriloquism, dancing, singing, and 100% audience participation. Val and her friends will delight the child with you and within you! Please register online.
 
Try-It Tuesday
Tuesdays, 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm, at Simpson Library
 
Try something new this summer by coming to the library's Try-It Tuesday programs for school age children! Each Tuesday, explore Oceans of Possibility with a different, fun, and exciting program for school-age children and their families. The same program is offered at 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm. Please register online at least three days before each event. The weekly themes and registration links for June are as follows:
 
June 7, 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm, Make watercolor seashells
June 14, 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm, Friendship fish art
June 21, 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm, Dive for "pearls" and make a bracelet out of them
June 28, 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm, Message in a bottle
 
Please note that the Try-It Tuesday programs requires more advanced fine motor skills that are often developed by school-age children. The Try-It Tuesday programs are not recommended for preschoolers.
 
Block Party Saturdays
Saturday, June 11 and June 25, 10:30 am
 
This early childhood STEAM program is an hour of fun just playing with wooden blocks and our play animals, vehicles, and people! Join us for some "constructive" fun! No registration required.
 
Summer LEGO at Simpson
LEGO Time
Saturday, June 18, 10:30 am
 
STEAM play with LEGO Duplo blocks. For children age 8 months old through preschool and their caregivers. No registration required.
LEGOs are provided and are sanitized after each use. 
LEGO Club
Saturday, June 18, 11:30 am
 
For children in Kindergarten through fifth grade. Register online by June 15. Come to the room at 12:20 pm to see the creations before they are taken apart.
Tales for TAILS!
Thursday, June 30, 6:00 pm
 
Looking for a friendly, cuddly, and attentive listener? Join us for Tales for Tails! School-age children can read out loud to trained therapy dogs. Register online by June 27.
 
 
 
Teens
Calling all Teen Elves, Dwarves, Gnomes and all other fantastical races of beings in the Dungeons and Dragons world! Join us for epic adventures and campaigns with experienced Dungeon Masters! This program is for those in grades 6 to 12.
All levels of players in that age group, from beginner to expert, are invited. We meet on June 10 and June 24. Please register online no later than two days before the event.
 
The Simpson Teen Squad does not meet during the summer. Look for Teen Squad meetings to resume in September! Questions? Please contact Cassidy at czemrose@cumberlandcountylibraries.org or call 717-766-0171.
 
Adults
Tea and Stitches: Join us for a cup of tea as you work on your stitching project every Tuesday morning from 10:00 am to noon. Meet other stitching enthusiasts in the area and learn from one another. Questions? Please  contact Joelene at jdiana@cumberlandcountylibraries.org or call the library at 717-766-0171. No registration required. 
 
Come play Mah Jongg at the library every Thursday from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Capacity limited to 24 players, so please register for each session to ensure a seat. Please call the library 717-766-0171 if you need to cancel so we can fill all six tables. Mah Jongg will not meet on June 16 because the library will be closed for Jubilee Day. Questions? Please contact MaryAnne Turnbaugh at maryanne.turnbaugh@yahoo.com. 
 
If English is not your first language and you would to practice, come to the library's English Conversation Club on June 13 and June 27 at 6:30 pm! Join other new English language speakers for friendly, low-stress conversations. Each month, we will pick a topic to talk about – TV shows, sports, food, weather, education, etc. Everyone will have a chance to speak in this fun and relaxed format. The program is free, and you must already speak English to attend. For additional information, contact Joelene at jdiana@cumberlandcountylibraries.org.
 
Apple Users Group meets June 29 at 1:00 pm. Instructor Jack Scott shares what is new, fields your questions, and passes along some tips to get the most out of your iPhone or iPad. This group typically has one topic that is covered in detail by Jack. After that, there is time for questions, to share your own tips, or you can just listen to all the wisdom flowing around the room. If you are not familiar with this group and want to check it out, please email Joelene Diana at jdiana@cumberlandcountylibraries.org with any questions. Registration is not required. 
 
Table Top Game night meets at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, June 28. Come play your favorite board games and meet other board game enthusiasts in the community! The library provides board games and snacks, but you are encouraged to bring your favorite games to play if you want. Bring a friend or two along as well! If you have any questions, please contact Peggy Long at peggywilsonlong@yahoo.com. No registration required.
 
Looking for Something New? Read, Watch, or Listen!
New Fiction Books â€˘ New Teen Books â€˘ New Nonfiction Books 
New DVDs â€˘ New Audiobooks
 
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Did You Know?
Simpson Celebrity

You can be a Simpson Celebrity by sponsoring a day at the Joseph T. Simpson Public Library for $100. And, you can designate your sponsorship in honor of or in memory of a loved one or celebrate a special occasion such as a birthday or retirement. [More.] 
Library 2Go!
Download our mobile app, Library2Go, which provides quick and easy access to your library account and many of our services! The app is free and can be downloaded to Android and iOS. Learn more about our Library2Go! app
 
eBooks
Always available, always free with your
Cumberland County Library Card!
Did you know that you can access thousands of OverDrive eBooks and eAudiobooks? Borrow them, instantly, for free, with your phone or tablet using the Libby app from OverDrive. Learn more about Libby. 
 
Display Case

This month we are featuring the artwork of Steffa Miles. Steffa's paintings are very colorful. When you come in, they will surely catch your attention. Thank you, Steffa, for sharing with us.
Teen Instagram Takeover Day
 
Every Tuesday is Teen Takeover Day on the library's Instagram page! Teen Takeover Days are all about the teen department. We talk about things like teen books, programs, movies, and more! Get to know your teen programmer as well as your fellow teens through fun polls and trivia. Follow the library's Instagram page so you don't miss out!
 
Hours and Closings
Simpson Library Hours
 
Mon: 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
Tue: 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
Wed: 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
Thu: 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
Fri: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sat: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
 
Upcoming Closing
 
May 29 and 20
Closed for Memorial Day
 
Thursday, June 16
Closed for Jubilee Day
 
No items will be due and no holds will expire.
 
Sunday Summer Hours

We will be closed on Sundays during the summer beginning May 29 through
September 4. Regular Sunday hours resume September 11.
 
 
Get Involved
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select Joseph T. Simpson Public Library -- 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.
Become a Monthly Donor
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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:
Our Partner Number Is 10351
 
The bin is gone, but your donations can still support Simpson Library. Simply take your donation to your local Community Aid store and advise them that the proceeds go to partner number 10351.
For every pound of clothing collected, Community Aid will donate $0.06 to the library.
 
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.
 
Thank You!
 
Library Pillar Sponsor
 
THANK YOU to Buhrig Funeral Home & Crematory and Buhrig’s Gathering Place for being a 2022 Library Pillar Sponsor!
 
We are grateful for your generous support! 
 
 
Annual Event & Holiday Sponsors
THANK YOU to F&M Trust for their support as an Annual Event and Holiday Sponsor in 2022. We appreciate your support.
 

THANK YOU to the Mechanicsburg Club for their support as an Annual Event and Holiday Sponsor in 2022. We appreciate your support.
 
 
THANK YOU to Members 1st Federal Credit Union for their support as an Annual Event and Holiday Sponsor in 2022. We appreciate your support.
 


THANK YOU to the Mechanicsburg Area Community Foundation for sponsoring our school readiness programs through December 2022.
We appreciate your support.
 
THANK YOU to the Upper Allen Cumberland County Kiwanis Club for sponsoring LEGO Club through December 31, 2022. We appreciate your support.
THANK YOU to Orrstown Bank for sponsoring the 2022 Online Auction. We appreciate your support.
 
 
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