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 September, plan to chat about book #5, A Court of Silver Flames. We'll have goodies to share, refreshments, and something exciting planned for each month! Adults only, please.

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. August’s discussion will be led by LaDonna Whitlock as she discusses West With Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge. Join us whether you've finished the book, started it, or haven't read it at all.

Ignite Lab is the new name for Project Next Generation (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.

The Forgotten Eldorado Story: One Town’s Journey to “Sundown”

The presentation on the forgotten story of Eldorado, Illinois, involves the story of a man named Jefferson Douglass Alston. He was born a slave, became an educator, teacher, and community leader, and set out on a lifelong career of advancing education for black youths in the community. The heart of the story involves his mission and a school he started in Eldorado, Illinois, based on the Tuskegee model. The presentation will explain and describe what the Tuskegee model was and the overall movement across the country at the time.

The presentation will also describe the attack on the school and what happened in the aftermath to the remaining Black population in Eldorado and the subsequent conflict that raged for four months between the local mob and the state militia, which had been sent in by the Governor to control the situation. The presentation will also put into perspective this incident and similar incidents that were going on in neighboring states and across the nation at this time.

Teens, the madness of school starting has completely disrupted the library! From backwards books, to upside down shelves, can you help bring order back to the library by solving these clues? Enjoy a mind bending escape room that celebrates the craziness of going back to school. Open to all middle and high school students — no library card required!

The Harrisburg District Library Friends of the Library (FOL) will be hosting a huge book sale! There will be hardback books, paperback books, DVDs, puzzles, and more. All proceeds go back to the library!

Join Ms. Sherry, our genealogy librarian, to trace your roots at Genealogy Work Day! She will be available to assist with your family history research. You'll also have access to resources such as microfilms, local history books, and online databases such as Ancestry.com and Heritage Quest. Open to those with or without a library card!

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.

Ignite Lab is the new name for Project Next Generation (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.

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+).

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!

Ignite Lab is the new name for Project Next Generation (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.

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.

The library will be closed all day on Monday, August 10th for staff training.

Join Miss Emily for a short and sweet story time for babies ages 6 months to 2 years. Featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and play! After stories and songs, families will have time to play, socialize, and enjoy with the provided toys and activities.

Donors Save Lives! Be The Reason! Please Donate Power Reds if Type O, A- or B-

Join us at the library to donate blood on Monday, August 3rd between 12:00 and 5:00 PM. Please visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code: HarrisburgLibrary or call 1-800-RED CROSS to schedule your appointment today.

Make plans to join us at the Teen SRP Finale Party on the library lawn! Don't forget to bring your reading logs to be entered into prize drawings. You will have the chance to win prizes and free books! We will be playing lawn games, having snacks, and talking about our favorites books from the summer. Open to all middle and high school students – even if you didn’t complete the challenges!

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.

Join Miss Emily for Story Time! We'll enjoy stories, songs, and other fun activities. This program is best suited for children ages 3 to 6.⁠ Siblings are always welcome!

Everyone is welcome to this no pressure activity! If you enjoy singing and having fun then this program is for you. We will have a mic available for those who would like to get up and sing, and song selection is totally up to the participants. Light snacks and beverages will be provided. Open to all ages — no library card required!

Happy World Friendship Day! Drop by the library at 10am or 2pm to bead a bracelet for a friend or yourself. Even better, bring a friend with you! All supplies provided. Open to ages 5-12, please attend with your child under the age of 7. No library card required to join in the fun!

Happy World Friendship Day! Drop by the library at 10am or 2pm to bead a bracelet for a friend or yourself. Even better, bring a friend with you! All supplies provided. Open to ages 5-12, please attend with your child under the age of 7. No library card required to join in the fun!

The end of Summer Reading already?! We are excited to see our young readers at our Finale Party! Join us beginning at 5:00pm for games, a special scavenger hunt, snacks, and more, with a MAGIC SHOW starting at 6:00pm. Readers, turn in your booklets before or at the party to be eligible for the SRP Prizes!

Stop by the library as a local lawyer hosts a session of Lawyer in the Library! This initiative allows for free 20-minute meetings to assist you with legal coaching, document review, referrals to additional community services, and legal questions. Just bring any paperwork that relates to your legal matter. There are no fees or pre-registration, but time slots fill up fast as it is first-come, first-serve.⁠ You may sign up IN PERSON ONE HOUR before the first session begins.

The Summer Reading Program is wrapping up! Adults will meet up to enjoy snacks, discuss our challenge books, and win prizes. Whether you read one book, all nine, or anything in between, we would love for you to join us at our grand finale party! If you can’t make it to the party, please turn your challenge in by Sunday, July 28th for a chance to win prizes.