No sign up is required to attend programs; all programs are free and fun for all ages! There are reading log and activity sheets available for children under 8 years old; children who hand in completed sheets will be entered into a prize drawing. Summer Learning reading and activity packets for children ages 9 – 12 years old will also be available; children who complete tickets receive entries into a prize drawing. There are BINGO cards available for teens ages 13 to 18 and for adults as well. Children’s reading log/activity sheets, reading/activity packets, and teen/adult BINGO cards will be available starting in June; please ask at the circulation desk for a reading log/activity sheet, reading/activity packet, or BINGO card or they can be downloaded from this website. When receiving reading log/activity sheets, reading/activity packets, or BINGO cards, children and youth under age 18 will also be registered for this portion of Summer Learning. Completed sheets, reading/activity packet tickets, and BINGO cards are due by library closing Saturday, August 15, 2026, to be eligible for the prize drawing and can be handed in at the library in person or online via Beanstack (reading log/activity sheets, reading/activity packets) or online form (BINGO). Winners will be notified the week immediately following the prize drawing entry deadline by preferred method of contact to collect their prizes. Winners have seven business days to claim their prize at the library before another name is drawn for that prize.

For teens ages 13+ and adults of all ages, pick up a BINGO card at the library this summer, and start reading! Books must be read over the summer. You can choose any book or activity that fits the category in a square, and READ! Achieve BINGO by completing the activities in five squares in a line (vertically, horizontally, or diagonally). Track your progress by filling in the required information in the squares of your choice. If you need help with book suggestions for the categories on the BINGO card, please ask for help the next time you come to the library–we love talking books. Complete a BINGO and turn in your card by or on Saturday, August 15, 2026, to receive 1 chance to win the prize(s) we’re raffling off. All prize drawing entries must be turned in by library closing on Saturday, August 16, 2025, to be eligible for the prize drawing. READ and REPEAT! Pick up another BINGO card to complete for another chance to enter to win prizes! Winners will be notified on the Tuesday following the deadline by their preferred method of contact to collect their prizes. Winners have seven business days to claim their prize at the library before another name is drawn for that prize.

FAQ’s

  • Can I start the program after the official start date? Yes!
  • Can I count reading I did before the official start date? We ask that you only count reading you did after the official start date.
  • Can I complete more than one BINGO card? Yes; you may complete as many BINGOs as you want!
  • Do eBooks and audiobooks count? Yes, they sure do!

We’re going on a Dinosaur Hunt at the library this summer! Find all 15 dinosaurs and record the name of each dinosaur on the scavenger hunt sheet and hand it in to the front desk. In exchange you will receive an entry in the prize drawing.

Starting June 2, this in-house scavenger hunt will be available for children and teens during library business hours. Visit the library, pick up a scavenger hunt sheet, and start searching! Hand in your completed sheet to the librarian at the circulation desk for entry in the library’s Summer Learning Prize Drawing.

Participants must hand in completed scavenger hunt sheets to the circulation desk by close of business on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in order to be eligible for a prize drawing entry. A scavenger hunt sheet is considered complete when each item is identified correctly and recorded on the sheet.

This year’s annual Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest will be held on Tuesday, August 11 at 1 PM. Participants may work alone or with a partner. First, second, and third prizes will be awarded in three age groups: 8 years old & under; ages 9-14; and adults. Chalk will be provided. Call the library at 717-865-5523 to register.

There will be three editions of the Genealogy Scavenger Hunt released throughout the summer. In each one you will learn about a Lebanon County resident. Use Ancestry Library Edition on a public computer at the library to find the documents listed for each scavenger hunt and answer all the questions related to each document. Hand in your completed worksheet at the circulation desk in order to receive an entry in the prize drawing at the end of the summer. The deadline for prize drawing entry is Saturday, August 15, 2026. This scavenger hunt is best for older teens and adults.

Release dates:

Tuesday, June 9: Marquette Edition

Tuesday, June 30: Patch Edition

Tuesday, July 21: Trix Edition

Saturday, June 27, 1 PM to 3 PM – Family Crafternoon is a free, drop-in crafting activity for families with children 4-12. No registration necessary.

4-H at the library is for children ages 5 – 12 interested in agriculture and life sciences. 4-H educators will present a series of hands-on learning activities that will help youth make new friends and build skills. From plants and animals to arts and crafts, participants will learn more about a variety of topics, including Animal Sciences, Arts & Crafts, Environmental Science, and STEM.

This 4-H program will meet Mondays at 2 PM July 6 through  July 27. Each program will last about an hour. Registration is required for this event; please call the library 717-865-5523 to sign up your child(ren) for this program.

For children of all ages, this is the 2025 schedule of programs.

DATE PROGRAM
June 16 Phredd the Ukelele One Man Band, the ukulele-flailing, harmonica-wailing, suitcase-drumming, kazoo-hum-humming bundle of joy and song is back!
June 23 Paleontologists Mike and Roberta Straka present The Dinosaur Adventure Show! Dig it!
June 30 Jesse Rothaker of Forgotten Friend Reptile Sanctuary visits with some slithery friends.
July 7 ZooAmerica brings furry, cuddly, scaly critters to the library for friends to meet!
July 14 Mark DeRose visits with an interactive musical show that will have you moving and grooving.
July 21 Raven Ridge Wildlife Center brings some of Pennsylvania’s wildlife to visit with its animal ambassadors!
July 28 Science Heroes will unearth your love for science in this interactive S.T.E.M. show.
August 4 Andrew’s Big Show is a family-friendly, comedy-juggling show with fun for all!

Nature Explorers is for ages 4 and older, these programs held Thursday afternoons include a hands-on activity, such as a craft, experiment, or game. Each program is one hour long. Programs are presented by Lancaster Department of Parks and Recreation educators unless otherwise noted.

DATE PROGRAM
June 18 Dinosaur Tales: Learn about dinosaur adaptations of the past by reading a book with the naturalist, going on a dinosaur hunt, observing, and creating a dinosaur with unique adaptations. Play pin the tail on the dinosaurs!
June 25 Dinosaur Party: We’ll read a story about dinosaurs, play games, and do activities to further our learning and imagination. It is sure to be a prehistoric blast.
July 2 The Science of Fossils: Join a Naturalist to learn about fossils by reading the book “Fossils Tell Stories” By Yu-ri Kim. Learn to identify fossils with a set of clues. Handle real specimens and make your own to take home. This class can get messy so wear appropriate clothing.
July 9 How Big Were the Dinosaurs? Join a Naturalist to learn just how big they were in comparison to modern day creatures and landmarks by completing activities and putting your knowledge to the test!
July 16 Birds and Reptiles: Living Dinosaurs: Dinosaurs may be a thing of the past, but there are still living dinos all around us! Learn about the ancient “terrible lizards” and their modern-day relatives: birds and reptiles.
July 23 Fun with Fossils! Join the Pennsylvania Geological Survey on a journey through time and discover some of the cool fossils that you can find in Pennsylvania! They’ll talk about what they are, why they are here, and where to find them, and you’ll make your own Play-Doh fossils to take home.
July 30 Let’s Talk Birds! Karen and Terry Weaver of the Quittapahilla Audubon Society will show photos of common birds and talk a little about each one. Then participants can create their own colorful version of the bird they like best!