Closing Art Reception for Barb Allen
May
31

Closing Art Reception for Barb Allen

Make plans to join us for the closing art reception for Barb Allen’s art show. The reception will be held in the Barnes Conference Room in the lower level of the library. You may also stop by any time throughout the month to see her artwork, if no programs are happening.

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Bits & Pieces Journal Club
Jun
1

Bits & Pieces Journal Club

Do you like junk journaling? Prefer bullet journaling? Or just want a space to relax and craft without any pressure? Stop by Bits & Pieces Journal Club for a chill space with no expectations. Please bring your journal, and we will have other crafty supplies available. Open to teens and adults (ages 12+).

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A Court of Book Lovers
Jun
2

A Court of Book Lovers

Join us all summer long as we reread and prepare for the new releases to the ACTOAR book series by Sarah J. Maas! We'll chat about characters, plots, themes, and theories from the epic series. Beginning in May and running through September, we'll meet the first Tuesday of each month. For June, plan to chat about book #2, “A Court of Mist and Fury.” We'll have goodies to share, refreshments, and something exciting planned for each month! Adults only, please.

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Teen Zines
Jun
3

Teen Zines

Ever wanted to create your own magazine? Now is your chance to put together a mini-zine with Miss Kaitlyn! Get crafty by cutting out scraps of old magazines, use stickers to embellish, and markers to make the most beautiful art during this program. All supplies will be provided as well as light snacks and refreshments. Open to all middle and high school students.

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Ignite Lab (formerly PNG)
Jun
4

Ignite Lab (formerly PNG)

Ignite Lab is the new name for PNG, a grant program designed for public libraries to mentor youth ages 10-18 in gaining life skills, developing skills to use various technologies, and engaging students in educational programs. Our library has participated in this grant program since 2001! Ignite Lab is open to all students in middle school AND high school.

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Jun
5

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Teens, are you looking to make a difference at your local library? Come join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) where you will be able to help make decisions about what you want to see for your age group! Get involved in volunteering at the Library, program developing, and creating friendships along the way. Open to all middle and high school students. See you at the first meeting!

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Jun
5

Teen Fun Night

Teens, come join the fun! We will be watching High School Musical (2006, TV-G, 98 min) and having snacks. Open to all middle and high school students.

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Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party
Jun
8

Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party

Join us as we launch our summer reading program with the Kick-Off Party! Enjoy activities from community businesses and sign up for the adult, teen, or kids reading challenges.

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Comic Book Workshop
Jun
9

Comic Book Workshop

Dive into the world of comics with Do Art Productions’ interactive Comic Book Workshop! Participants explore the unique languages of comics, from expressive eyes and body posture to dynamic speech bubbles, learning how storytelling and visual cues work together to bring characters to life.

No experience needed—just imagination and creativity!
Open to any kiddos ages 8 to 18.

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Jun
10

Adult Coloring & Coffee

Join us at the library for adult coloring as we gather around to enjoy coffee, quiet conversation, and a relaxing afternoon of coloring. Supplies will be provided, but you are also more than welcome to bring your favorite coloring supplies.

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Jun
10

Teen Trucker Hats

Stay cool for the summer by customizing your very own trucker hat! You will have the choice of tye-dying, bedazzling, and applying patches to customize your trucker hat to your unique style. Open to all middle and high school students.

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Ignite Lab (formerly PNG)
Jun
11

Ignite Lab (formerly PNG)

Ignite Lab is the new name for PNG, a grant program designed for public libraries to mentor youth ages 10-18 in gaining life skills, developing skills to use various technologies, and engaging students in educational programs. Our library has participated in this grant program since 2001! Ignite Lab is open to all students in middle school AND high school.

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Jun
11

Teen Reader's Theatre

Calling all the teens who love theater and reading! Ages 12-18 are welcome to participate in Readers Theatre at the Harrisburg District Library. Auditions will be on June 11th, with practice being every Thursday in June and July on the Lawn at the Library. Auditions will be in a group setting and there will be no solo reading, so no need to come with anything prepared as everything will be provided. Every child will receive a part. Our scripts will come from Stories on Stage by Aaron Shepard and will be suitable for all ages. Readers Theater is designed for children to have their script in their hands while performing, so no memorization will be needed! We will be performing on July 30th at the Township Park with more details to come.

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Jun
11

Friends of the Library Meeting

Love your library? Get involved! Join us for our next Friends of the Library quarterly meeting and see how you can help support programs, events, and resources that benefit our whole community. We’re always looking for new members—everyone is welcome! Come connect with fellow library lovers, share ideas, and learn how you can be a Friend, too!

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Jun
12

Adult Dungeons & Dragons Session Zero for Campaign 1

Adults 18 and up are more than welcome to join this Session Zero with Dungeon Master's David and Kendra. Their story explores the last survivors of an embattled knight's order set out to discover the source of a growing evil and put it to rest before its power destroys the world! Come learn about this campaign and the places it will take you while developing characters that align with the story! Here is your chance to make mini figurines, character sheets, and friendships along the way. Spots are limited and will be capped at 10.

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Jun
12

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Session Zero

Teens ages 13-18 are more than welcome to join this Session Zero with Dungeon Master Kaitlyn. This campaign will be another homebrew mix of fun and magic! Come learn about this campaign and the places it will take you while developing characters that align with the story! Here is your chance to make mini figurines, character sheets, and friendships along the way. Spots are limited and will be capped at 15.

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Jun
13

Adult Dungeons & Dragons Session Zero for Campaign 2

Adults 18 and up are more than welcome to join this Session Zero with Dungeon Master Jeff. Jeff will be leading you through the story of Lost Mines of Phandelver where you will be focused on finding the lost mine as part of a mining expedition crew. This campaign will be featuring gold and jewels as replacements for standard gold pieces, and mini games for finding treasure. Come learn about this campaign and the places it will take you while developing characters that align with the story! Here is your chance to make mini figurines, character sheets, and friendships along the way. Spots are limited and will be capped at 10.

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Jun
15

DIY Book Bags for Adults

Join us as we decorate canvas totes to become our new bag for library books. Adults only, please.

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Charlie Birger Presentation by Jon Musgrave
Jun
16

Charlie Birger Presentation by Jon Musgrave

Presented by the Saline County Historical Society

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Ignite Lab (formerly PNG)
Jun
18

Ignite Lab (formerly PNG)

Ignite Lab is the new name for PNG, a grant program designed for public libraries to mentor youth ages 10-18 in gaining life skills, developing skills to use various technologies, and engaging students in educational programs. Our library has participated in this grant program since 2001! Ignite Lab is open to all students in middle school AND high school.

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Jun
18

Teen Reader's Theatre

Calling all the teens who love theater and reading! Ages 12-18 are welcome to participate in Readers Theatre at the Harrisburg District Library. Auditions will be on June 11th, with practice being every Thursday in June and July on the Lawn at the Library. Auditions will be in a group setting and there will be no solo reading, so no need to come with anything prepared as everything will be provided. Every child will receive a part. Our scripts will come from Stories on Stage by Aaron Shepard and will be suitable for all ages. Readers Theater is designed for children to have their script in their hands while performing, so no memorization will be needed! We will be performing on July 30th at the Township Park with more details to come.

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Jun
22

Throwback Trivia for Adults

As part of our “Library Rewind” we will be having Throwback Trivia! Test your knowledge of the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 00s. Bring a friend and see who knows the most! Light refreshments will be available. Adults only, please.

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Ignite Lab (formerly PNG)
Jun
25

Ignite Lab (formerly PNG)

Ignite Lab is the new name for PNG, a grant program designed for public libraries to mentor youth ages 10-18 in gaining life skills, developing skills to use various technologies, and engaging students in educational programs. Our library has participated in this grant program since 2001! Ignite Lab is open to all students in middle school AND high school.

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Jun
25

Thursday Night Book Discussion with Kaitlyn Hanks

Thursday Night Book Discussion will meet on the fourth Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM, with a community member leading a discussion on a book of their choice. Light refreshments are provided, and all are welcome. June’s discussion will be led by our young adult librarian, Kaitlyn Hanks, as she discusses young adult/teen books.

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Jun
27

Stitches Society: A Quilting and Sewing Club

Are you a quilter? Do you love to sew? Do you want to learn how to sew and/or quilt? Be sure to join us at Quilting and Sewing Club where are all levels are welcome. Feel free to bring your own supplies, but also you can use some of our stash. Open to high schoolers and adults.

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Jun
30

All Ages Lego Club

Come ready to build with all kinds of blocks and be creative in Lego Club! We provide the blocks, you bring the creativity. Open to all ages of kids & teens.

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