In conjunction with this year’s nationwide Collaborative Summer Reading Program theme, “Libraries Rock,” the Hershey Public Library is offering a new Bingo Summer Reading Program to encourage adults to experience the joy of reading and rock and roll music. Pick up a game board brochure at the library. Sign-up incentives and prizes are made possible […]
Join us for our Monthly Networking and Breakfast at the Radisson Hotel Harrisburg.
2018 Young Adult Summer Reading Challenge begins on June 8. Teens, ages 13-17, are invited to participate in their own summer reading challenge. Prove Libraries Rock! by reading great books and trying out our 3 mini-challenges in the links below, or pick up a copy at the Children’s desk from June 8. For each challenge, […]
Join Summer Quest at Shank Park, a collaboration between the Hershey Public Library and the Derry Township Parks & Recreation Center. What is Summer Quest? A program for families from June 8. Pick up a game board at the Hershey Public Library and follow a walking trail around Shank Park, located at Bullfrog Valley Road, […]
Kick-off to Summer Quest takes place at the Derry Township Parks & Recreation Center June 8 from 11 am to 1:00 pm. This summer program for children ages 0-17 provides a no-pressure and fun way to continue reading over summer vacation thereby maintaining reading skills mastered during the school year. All activities are free of […]
Kids in grade 4 and higher can register to join this class to learn how to fuse glass and make beautiful works of art with presenter Kathleen Forney. Registration is online at the Event Calendar on the library's website at www.hersheylibrary.org. The class fee is $15 payable at the library. If you have questions, please contact […]
In the Middle is for kids in grade 6 and higher. Programs are at 2:30 p.m. (unless otherwise specified) and last for an hour. Please register for each session you wish to attend. Registration begins June 4. June 13 Libraries Rock ART! Come rock out with us while transforming rocks into pebble peacocks, stony sneakers, […]
Artemis After Hours is a collaborative computer game for anyone ages 14 and older. Fans of scifi TV shows and movies will love this. Players assume the jobs of Captain, Helm, Science, Communication, Engineering, and Weapon Control. Together you operate your ship and defend the sector from evil aliens. Why After Hours? Because the library […]
Saturday afternoons, drop in to the Hershey Public Library to hone your checkerboard skills with a game of chess. Never played before? No problem. Somebody will show you how. All player levels are welcome. Children ages 12+ may be in the library alone, but younger children will need an adult in the building. No registration […]
We are extremely excited to be hosting the 2nd Annual Speranza Animal Rescue Gala for Hope Presented by Dillsburg Veterinary Center right here at the AACA Museum on August 26, 2017!
All proceeds will go directly towards supporting Speranza Animal Rescue’s mission of saving the most abused and neglected dogs. The Gala for Hope will be held in the Lower Gallery from 7 -11 PM. Admission to the Gala for Hope is $65 per person.
For more information, visit: http://www.aacamuseum.org/speranza-animal-rescue-gala-hope/
Come to the Hershey Public Library to take a historical, political, and geographical riff through American pop music with this unique live celebration of the history of rock & roll. From African rhythms, Delta blues, swing, R&B, and country through Elvis, Motown, the Beatles, Hendrix, disco, and world beat, four talented musicians play with authority […]
Do you have children who love playing with LEGO? Budding architects and LEGO fanatics ages 6+ are welcome to join LEGO Club where building encourages imagination and creativity, and where children bring construction to life. The summer LEGO Club meets from June 21 until July 19. Please register for EACH session your child will attend. If […]
Friday, June 22 at 10:00 a.m., come to the Hershey Public Library to watch "Sing" (PG) and make a craft with staff from Children's Services. Please mark your calendar for two more Movie and a Craft events. Friday, July 6 at 10:00 a.m., we will show "Country Bears" (G), and on Friday, July 20 at […]
Come to the Hershey Public Library for a fun program called “Act a Story, Sing a Song” when Robin Bady tells stories, you become the characters in your favorite stories or songs! Children's Summer Family Programs are sponsored by Friends of the library. No registration is required and everyone is welcome.
Friends will show a summer film series of family friendly animal favorites on Sundays in July at 2:00 p.m. Snacks provided. No registration required. All are welcome. Beethoven PG (7/8/18) Fly Away Home PG (7/15/18) Jungle Book PG (7/22/18) Stuart Little PG (7/29/18).
Come to the Hershey Public Library when the Bravura Brass returns to entertain and inspire! Enjoy an afternoon of great brass music spanning centuries and genres. Brass Rocks! Featuring the trumpet, french horn, trombone and the tuba, this inspiring performance will have families enthralled with their musical virtuosity. Children's Summer Family Programs are sponsored by […]
The Hershey Public Library visits the Farmer’s Market! Stop by the Children’s Tent to meet a staff member form Children's Services for stories. The next date is Thursday, August 16 at 2:30 p.m. No registration required. We look forward to seeing you there!
Come to the Hershey Public Library to rock out with Pete the Cat, a fun musical hour for kids to enjoy themed activities at different stations around the room. Wear your white shoes, your red shoes--your favorite shoes! Button up your groovy buttons and head over to meet everyone's favorite cat at the Hershey Public […]
Artemis After Hours is a collaborative computer game for anyone ages 14 and older. Fans of scifi TV shows and movies will love this. Players assume the jobs of Captain, Helm, Science, Communication, Engineering, and Weapon Control. Together you operate your ship and defend the sector from evil aliens. Why After Hours? Because the library […]
Come to the Hershey Public Library to explore how American dance evolved from its African roots and European influences into the popular stage and social dances that we see today. Two versatile performers take you from classical court dances and the Irish reel, to vaudeville, tap, and even the cultural impact of Michael Jackson – […]
THE BEST BARGAINS IN TOWN! The Friends of the Hershey Public Library's 37th Annual Book Sale will take place on Saturday, August 4 to Thursday, August 9 at the Hershey Public Library. The Library will be on closed Friday, August 3rd until 6 pm so volunteers can prepare for the sale. Friday, August 3rd from […]
Monday afternoons at 1:00 p.m., August 13 through Friday, August 17, Hershey Public Library offers kids in grade 4 and higher an opportunity to join Kathleen Forney for a Summer Art Camp. Create 4 awesome projects – origami paper mobile, fused glass dish, woven basket, and mosaic pictures. Registration is online at the Event Calendar […]
Artemis After Hours is a collaborative computer game for anyone ages 14 and older. Fans of scifi TV shows and movies will love this. Players assume the jobs of Captain, Helm, Science, Communication, Engineering, and Weapon Control. Together you operate your ship and defend the sector from evil aliens. Why After Hours? Because the library […]
End the summer at the Hershey Public Library with some family reading fun! Meet us for stories at 2:30 p.m. When the library closes at 3 p.m., registered families may use materials from home to create reading forts in the library. Enjoy family reading time and earn a medal for your efforts! ALL CHILDREN MUST […]
Join us at 670 Clearwater RD., Hershey PA 17033 for breakfast and networking! Directions: Vista provides the following address (670 Clearwater RD., Hershey PA 17033) to visitors who have never been to our campus before (our actual physical address does not compute with most GPS devices). This will take you to the Derry Township Municipal and […]
Ever wondered about the plants that grow around the front of the Hershey Public Library? Come join the Manada Conservancy and learn about riparian buffers and why they are important for our community. Then take a walk on the wild side and learn about the hard-working plants that make their home there. After the program, […]
The Hershey Public Library and Steven Ginter, Associate Vice President & Financial Advisor, Morgan Stanley are presenting a four-part financial education series, in hopes of making reliable, unbiased information available to our community. Registration is appreciated, but not necessary to attend. Register online, or call us at (717) 533-6555. If you have questions, please contact […]
Join us for the 15th Annual Hershey Partnership Soup Cook-Off to benefit the Hershey Volunteer Fire Company. 15th Annual Hershey Partnership Soup Cook-Off FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS and KEY INFORMATION Date:Saturday, October 6, 2018 Time: 11:00 am – 1:30 pm Cook Arrival Time: Plan to arrive between 9:00 am – 10:00 am; please sign in at the […]
Bring your family for some fabulous LEGO fun! Architect Stephen W. Schwartz has mapped out historic Hershey so we can recreate it in LEGO form. This program is a two-hour, fast-paced, hands-on, model building experience using over 60,000 LEGO building blocks. Participants will work in teams, either family or friends. Intergenerational teams are encouraged! While […]
You and others assume the jobs of Captain, Helm, Science, Communication, Engineering, and Weapon Control. Together you operate your ship and defend the sector from evil aliens. Sign in to the starship "deck" at 4:00 p.m. ("After Hours" because the program continues after the library closes at 5 pm. Children under the age of 12 […]
Spend an hour relaxing at the Hershey Public Library with short stories read to you by Emily Fortney. Please register for this program online, or call the library at (717) 533-6555 to speak to a staff member.
This presentation will center on the experience of reading a book and then seeing the movie and why people prefer one medium to another. Bill Wine will analyze the psychological experiences of reading and watching and will discuss the way classic and modern novels have been made into movies. Audience members are encouraged to bring […]
Beef Jerky Outlet Grand Opening in Hershey Towne Square Saturday Five Chances to Win Free Jerky for a Year and You Can Try It Before You Buy It The all-new, locally owned and operated Beef Jerky Outlet in downtown Hershey is celebrating its Grand Opening. Come try it before you buy it at this family-friendly […]
Come to the Hershey Public Library t sit back and enjoy a silent horror film classic with the Friends Fall Film Special: "Nosferatu" (1922.) Best for viewers aged 16 and older. Registration is not required. Friends provide snacks. If readers have questions, please contact Martha Brown at (717) 385-7277 or send an e-mail to harvestmoon210@yahoo.com
Design an edible creation based on the wonderful world of books! National Friends of the Library Week is October 21 to 27. Please join us on Friday, October 26 FROM 1-3:30 PM to view and vote for literary-inspired culinary creations! Register in advance to enter your own edible book. Registration forms and contest rules are also […]
Why Citizenship is a Duty, not a Title: An Open Discussion on the Public Philosophy of Citizenship will be presented by author of “While Reason Slept”, Thomas F. Brier, Jr., Esq., a Hershey native. Registration is not necessary but is appreciated. Please register online, or call the library at (717) 533-6555. Kathleen Kennedy Townsend describes […]
Open to chess players of all ages and skill levels. 3 rounds with players in Quad sections based on rating and age. Young players and players new to rated chess tournaments are welcome and encouraged to participate! Check out the details below and do not hesitate to contact the Leteef Street with any questions you […]
Come to the Hershey Public Library to see Aladdin, presented by the Popcorn Hat Players. This event is sponsored by the Friends, and is suitable for children ages 3-5. Registration is not required. If you have questions, please contact Rita Hunt-Smith at ritahuntsmith@derrytownship.org or call the Hershey Public Library at (717) 533-6555 ext. 3708.
Saturday, November 17 at 2:00 p.m., take a break from the hectic Holiday rush. Come to the Hershey Public Library to enjoy Adult Story Time. Emily Fortney will read aloud "The Hound of the Baskervilles" by Sherlock Holmes. It’s a great story with a fun, supernatural element to it. This program is suitable for an […]
Neill Hartley is president Woodrow Wilson in this captivating and exciting one–man show set in the turbulent days leading up to World War I. This fully staged historical presentation will entertain and educate audiences all ages. Woodrow Wilson, a former college professor somehow defied the odds and become President of the United States. But early […]
Saturday, December 1 at 2:00 p.m., take a break from the hectic Holiday rush. Come to the Hershey Public Library to enjoy Adult Story Time. Emily Fortney will read aloud “The Hound of the Baskervilles” by Sherlock Holmes. It’s a great story with a fun, supernatural element to it. This program is suitable for an […]
Program for children - Come in your pajamas ready to be transported to the Jolly Old England! Join us for A Muppet Christmas Carol movie (rated G) and enjoy popcorn and apple juice and maybe even a few surprises. Registration is not required. Please contact Rita Smith at ritahuntsmith@derrytownship.org, or call 717-533-6555 ext. 3708 with […]
Stop in at the Hershey Public Library to watch family friendly films. Thursday, December 27 at 10:00 a.m.. “A Wrinkle in Time” (PG) Friday, December 28 at 10:00 a..m. “Moana” ((PG) No registration required. Everyone is welcome. Please contact Rita Smith at ritahuntsmith@derrytownship.org, or call the library at 717-533-6555 with any questions.
Join naturalist Scott Weidensaul at the Hershey Public Library for an exploration of the Galapagos Islands in the equatorial Pacific and the Falkland Islands off the stormy tip of South America. These two remarkable archipelagos have much in common, from their shared history with Charles Darwin to their extraordinary diversity of life, above and below […]
The Pennsylvania German Groundhog Lodges and Versammlinge is presented by William Donner. This program divulges the mystery and the history, cultural context and significance of Pennsylvania German Groundhog Lodges and Versammlinge. Registration for Friends programs can be done one month in advance, online at the library's Events Calendar at www.hersheylibrary.org, or call the library at […]
