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SUMMARY:Children’s Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:Come one\, come all to Children’s Story Hour!  The first and fifth Wednesdays of each month at 10 a.m. Polka Dot City\, the library’s own professional puppet theater\, presents a puppet show.  After the show children will enjoy making a craft to take home with them.  The second\, third\, and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 10 a.m. volunteer storytellers share stories with the children followed by a craft for toddlers and pre-schoolers.  The Children’s Story Hour runs all year long\, even during the summers.  Children will enjoy stories\, finger plays\, crafts\, and poems.  Everyone is welcome\, and there is no registration required!
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/childrens-story-hour/2024-10-30/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Storytime
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SUMMARY:Children’s Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:Come one\, come all to Children’s Story Hour!  The first and fifth Wednesdays of each month at 10 a.m. Polka Dot City\, the library’s own professional puppet theater\, presents a puppet show.  After the show children will enjoy making a craft to take home with them.  The second\, third\, and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 10 a.m. volunteer storytellers share stories with the children followed by a craft for toddlers and pre-schoolers.  The Children’s Story Hour runs all year long\, even during the summers.  Children will enjoy stories\, finger plays\, crafts\, and poems.  Everyone is welcome\, and there is no registration required!
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/childrens-story-hour/2024-10-23/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Storytime
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SUMMARY:Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The club meets at 1 PM on the fourth Tuesday of the month to discuss the month’s literary selection. Members take turns leading each month’s discussion. Please visit matthews.lclibs.org/book-club for the reading schedule.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/book-club-5/2024-10-22/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult program,Adults,Book Club,Book Discussion,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library
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SUMMARY:Smart Start Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Smart Start Storytime is a free\, 30 minute program for babies birth through two years of age and their caregivers. No registration is required and siblings are welcome.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/smart-start-storytime/2024-10-21/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Program,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Smart Start Storytime,Storytime
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SUMMARY:Pennsylvania German Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Join this conversation group in which participants will learn new phrases and brush up on vocabulary. This informal group meets the third Wednesday of each month and is facilitated by a former educator. No registration is required; attend as your schedule allows.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/pennsylvania-german-conversation-group/2024-10-16/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult program,Adults,Family Program,Interest Group,Lebanon County Libraries
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SUMMARY:Children’s Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:Come one\, come all to Children’s Story Hour!  The first and fifth Wednesdays of each month at 10 a.m. Polka Dot City\, the library’s own professional puppet theater\, presents a puppet show.  After the show children will enjoy making a craft to take home with them.  The second\, third\, and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 10 a.m. volunteer storytellers share stories with the children followed by a craft for toddlers and pre-schoolers.  The Children’s Story Hour runs all year long\, even during the summers.  Children will enjoy stories\, finger plays\, crafts\, and poems.  Everyone is welcome\, and there is no registration required!
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/childrens-story-hour/2024-10-16/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Storytime
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241014T113000
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SUMMARY:Smart Start Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Smart Start Storytime is a free\, 30 minute program for babies birth through two years of age and their caregivers. No registration is required and siblings are welcome.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/smart-start-storytime/2024-10-14/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Program,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Smart Start Storytime,Storytime
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SUMMARY:Children’s Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:Come one\, come all to Children’s Story Hour!  The first and fifth Wednesdays of each month at 10 a.m. Polka Dot City\, the library’s own professional puppet theater\, presents a puppet show.  After the show children will enjoy making a craft to take home with them.  The second\, third\, and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 10 a.m. volunteer storytellers share stories with the children followed by a craft for toddlers and pre-schoolers.  The Children’s Story Hour runs all year long\, even during the summers.  Children will enjoy stories\, finger plays\, crafts\, and poems.  Everyone is welcome\, and there is no registration required!
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/childrens-story-hour/2024-10-09/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Storytime
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SUMMARY:Smart Start Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Smart Start Storytime is a free\, 30 minute program for babies birth through two years of age and their caregivers. No registration is required and siblings are welcome.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/smart-start-storytime/2024-10-07/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Program,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Smart Start Storytime,Storytime
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SUMMARY:Children’s Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:Come one\, come all to Children’s Story Hour!  The first and fifth Wednesdays of each month at 10 a.m. Polka Dot City\, the library’s own professional puppet theater\, presents a puppet show.  After the show children will enjoy making a craft to take home with them.  The second\, third\, and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 10 a.m. volunteer storytellers share stories with the children followed by a craft for toddlers and pre-schoolers.  The Children’s Story Hour runs all year long\, even during the summers.  Children will enjoy stories\, finger plays\, crafts\, and poems.  Everyone is welcome\, and there is no registration required!
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/childrens-story-hour/2024-10-02/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Storytime
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T103000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T171258Z
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SUMMARY:Matthews Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Matthews Public Library Board of Trustees meets the first Tuesday of each month except in June and July.  The public may attend all meetings of the Board of Trustees.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/matthews-public-library-board-of-trustees-meeting-6/2024-10-01/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241002
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SUMMARY:Smokey Bear Reading Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Smokey Bear is celebrating his 80th birthday this year\, and the library is celebrating with a special reading challenge throughout the month of October! Smokey Bear Reading Challenge sheets will be available for pickup starting October 1. The reading challenge is suitable for ages 4-10\, but children of all ages are welcome to participate! Read at least 3 books and earn at least 4 badges to complete the challenge and receive a certificate of completion and an entry in the library’s Smokey Bear 80th Birthday Prize Drawing. Start by taking Smokey’s Pledge and then complete at least 1 activity in a section to earn the badge. Stop in at the library to receive a Smokey Bear sticker for each badge earned (while supplies last). Hand in completed reading challenges by Thur. Oct. 31 to receive your certificate and an entry in the prize drawing. \nSPECIAL EVENTS \nOCT. 1 – 31: Smokey Bear Reading Challenge \nOCT. 1 – 31: Smokey Bear Photo Booth \nOCT. 2\, 10 AM: Smokey Bear’s Birthday Party @Children’s Story Hour \nOCT. 9\, 10 AM: Learn about the trees in Smokey Bear’s forest @Children’s Story Hour \nOCT. 16\, 10 AM: Meet Smokey’s Forest Friends @Children’s Story Hour \nOCT. 23\, 10 AM: Explore Fire Safety @Children’s Story Hour \nOCT. 31: DEADLINE to hand in completed reading challenges to receive a certificate of completion and an entry in the Smokey Bear 80th Birthday Prize Drawing.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/smokey-bear-reading-challenge/2024-10-01/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T113000
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SUMMARY:Smart Start Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Smart Start Storytime is a free\, 30 minute program for babies birth through two years of age and their caregivers. No registration is required and siblings are welcome.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/smart-start-storytime/2024-09-30/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Program,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Smart Start Storytime,Storytime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T160000
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SUMMARY:Open House
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to celebrate Miss Sheila’s retirement as director of Matthews Public Library! The library is hosting a week long drop-in celebration 9 AM – 4 PM Monday\, September 23 through Friday\, September 27\, 2024. Come enjoy the library’s regularly scheduled programs and wish Miss Sheila well in her new endeavors. \nSheila Redcay Day is Monday\, September 23: Join us for a program at 11 AM featuring special guests and presentations; light refreshments will be served.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/open-house/2024-09-27/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Community Event,Family Program,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Teens,YA Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T113107
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SUMMARY:Open House
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to celebrate Miss Sheila’s retirement as director of Matthews Public Library! The library is hosting a week long drop-in celebration 9 AM – 4 PM Monday\, September 23 through Friday\, September 27\, 2024. Come enjoy the library’s regularly scheduled programs and wish Miss Sheila well in her new endeavors. \nSheila Redcay Day is Monday\, September 23: Join us for a program at 11 AM featuring special guests and presentations; light refreshments will be served.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/open-house/2024-09-26/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Community Event,Family Program,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Teens,YA Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T110000
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SUMMARY:Children’s Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:Come one\, come all to Children’s Story Hour!  The first and fifth Wednesdays of each month at 10 a.m. Polka Dot City\, the library’s own professional puppet theater\, presents a puppet show.  After the show children will enjoy making a craft to take home with them.  The second\, third\, and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 10 a.m. volunteer storytellers share stories with the children followed by a craft for toddlers and pre-schoolers.  The Children’s Story Hour runs all year long\, even during the summers.  Children will enjoy stories\, finger plays\, crafts\, and poems.  Everyone is welcome\, and there is no registration required!
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/childrens-story-hour/2024-09-25/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Storytime
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T160000
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SUMMARY:Open House
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to celebrate Miss Sheila’s retirement as director of Matthews Public Library! The library is hosting a week long drop-in celebration 9 AM – 4 PM Monday\, September 23 through Friday\, September 27\, 2024. Come enjoy the library’s regularly scheduled programs and wish Miss Sheila well in her new endeavors. \nSheila Redcay Day is Monday\, September 23: Join us for a program at 11 AM featuring special guests and presentations; light refreshments will be served.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/open-house/2024-09-25/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T140000
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SUMMARY:Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The club meets at 1 PM on the fourth Tuesday of the month to discuss the month’s literary selection. Members take turns leading each month’s discussion. Please visit matthews.lclibs.org/book-club for the reading schedule.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/book-club-5/2024-09-24/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult program,Adults,Book Club,Book Discussion,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T113107
CREATED:20240816T143915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T144037Z
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SUMMARY:Open House
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to celebrate Miss Sheila’s retirement as director of Matthews Public Library! The library is hosting a week long drop-in celebration 9 AM – 4 PM Monday\, September 23 through Friday\, September 27\, 2024. Come enjoy the library’s regularly scheduled programs and wish Miss Sheila well in her new endeavors. \nSheila Redcay Day is Monday\, September 23: Join us for a program at 11 AM featuring special guests and presentations; light refreshments will be served.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/open-house/2024-09-24/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Community Event,Family Program,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Teens,YA Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T113107
CREATED:20240731T150042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T150042Z
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SUMMARY:Smart Start Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Smart Start Storytime is a free\, 30 minute program for babies birth through two years of age and their caregivers. No registration is required and siblings are welcome.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/smart-start-storytime/2024-09-23/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Program,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Smart Start Storytime,Storytime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T113107
CREATED:20240816T143915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T144037Z
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SUMMARY:Open House
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to celebrate Miss Sheila’s retirement as director of Matthews Public Library! The library is hosting a week long drop-in celebration 9 AM – 4 PM Monday\, September 23 through Friday\, September 27\, 2024. Come enjoy the library’s regularly scheduled programs and wish Miss Sheila well in her new endeavors. \nSheila Redcay Day is Monday\, September 23: Join us for a program at 11 AM featuring special guests and presentations; light refreshments will be served.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/open-house/2024-09-23/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Community Event,Family Program,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Teens,YA Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T113107
CREATED:20240410T155202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T155202Z
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SUMMARY:Pennsylvania German Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Join this conversation group in which participants will learn new phrases and brush up on vocabulary. This informal group meets the third Wednesday of each month and is facilitated by a former educator. No registration is required; attend as your schedule allows.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/pennsylvania-german-conversation-group/2024-09-18/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult program,Adults,Family Program,Interest Group,Lebanon County Libraries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T110000
DTSTAMP:20260515T113107
CREATED:20231221T182121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T182121Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:Come one\, come all to Children’s Story Hour!  The first and fifth Wednesdays of each month at 10 a.m. Polka Dot City\, the library’s own professional puppet theater\, presents a puppet show.  After the show children will enjoy making a craft to take home with them.  The second\, third\, and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 10 a.m. volunteer storytellers share stories with the children followed by a craft for toddlers and pre-schoolers.  The Children’s Story Hour runs all year long\, even during the summers.  Children will enjoy stories\, finger plays\, crafts\, and poems.  Everyone is welcome\, and there is no registration required!
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/childrens-story-hour/2024-09-18/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Storytime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T113107
CREATED:20240814T154051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T154051Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Social Media
DESCRIPTION:Learn about different types of content\, how social media can benefit your business\, and how to get started. This is the first in a series of classes for small business owners and independent contractors. Call the library at 717-865-5523 to register – space is limited.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/intro-to-social-media/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult program,Computer Class,FITT,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T113107
CREATED:20240731T150042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T150042Z
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SUMMARY:Smart Start Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Smart Start Storytime is a free\, 30 minute program for babies birth through two years of age and their caregivers. No registration is required and siblings are welcome.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/smart-start-storytime/2024-09-16/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Program,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Smart Start Storytime,Storytime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T173305Z
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SUMMARY:Hinkelfest
DESCRIPTION:Hinkelfest is a country fair full of good food\, games\, rides\, amusements\, +more\, and it’s staffed entirely by volunteers while its proceeds are distributed among five local organizations: Matthews Public Library\, Fredericksburg Fire Company\, Auxiliary of American Legion Post 915\, Fredericksburg Lions Club\, and Fredericksburg Community Association! For more information visit Hinkelfest’s official website. \nHinkelfest is organized\, staffed\, and run entirely by volunteers. To learn more about how you can get involved in volunteering with this community event\, please visit the library’s Hinkelfest webpage.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/hinkelfest/2024-09-15/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Community Event,Family Program,Fundraiser,Hinkelfest,Matthews Public Library,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T113107
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SUMMARY:Hinkelfest
DESCRIPTION:Hinkelfest is a country fair full of good food\, games\, rides\, amusements\, +more\, and it’s staffed entirely by volunteers while its proceeds are distributed among five local organizations: Matthews Public Library\, Fredericksburg Fire Company\, Auxiliary of American Legion Post 915\, Fredericksburg Lions Club\, and Fredericksburg Community Association! For more information visit Hinkelfest’s official website. \nHinkelfest is organized\, staffed\, and run entirely by volunteers. To learn more about how you can get involved in volunteering with this community event\, please visit the library’s Hinkelfest webpage.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/hinkelfest/2024-09-14/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Community Event,Family Program,Fundraiser,Hinkelfest,Matthews Public Library,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T113107
CREATED:20240410T173305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T173305Z
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SUMMARY:Hinkelfest
DESCRIPTION:Hinkelfest is a country fair full of good food\, games\, rides\, amusements\, +more\, and it’s staffed entirely by volunteers while its proceeds are distributed among five local organizations: Matthews Public Library\, Fredericksburg Fire Company\, Auxiliary of American Legion Post 915\, Fredericksburg Lions Club\, and Fredericksburg Community Association! For more information visit Hinkelfest’s official website. \nHinkelfest is organized\, staffed\, and run entirely by volunteers. To learn more about how you can get involved in volunteering with this community event\, please visit the library’s Hinkelfest webpage.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/hinkelfest/2024-09-13/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Community Event,Family Program,Fundraiser,Hinkelfest,Matthews Public Library,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T110000
DTSTAMP:20260515T113107
CREATED:20231221T182121Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:Come one\, come all to Children’s Story Hour!  The first and fifth Wednesdays of each month at 10 a.m. Polka Dot City\, the library’s own professional puppet theater\, presents a puppet show.  After the show children will enjoy making a craft to take home with them.  The second\, third\, and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 10 a.m. volunteer storytellers share stories with the children followed by a craft for toddlers and pre-schoolers.  The Children’s Story Hour runs all year long\, even during the summers.  Children will enjoy stories\, finger plays\, crafts\, and poems.  Everyone is welcome\, and there is no registration required!
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/childrens-story-hour/2024-09-11/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Storytime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T113000
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SUMMARY:Smart Start Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Smart Start Storytime is a free\, 30 minute program for babies birth through two years of age and their caregivers. No registration is required and siblings are welcome.
URL:https://matthews.lclibs.org/event/smart-start-storytime/2024-09-09/
LOCATION:Matthews Public Library\, 102 W. Main St.\, Fredericksburg\, PA\, 17026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Program,Lebanon County Libraries,Matthews Public Library,Smart Start Storytime,Storytime
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