Events by Hershey Partnership

Art in Science

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Join students from Hershey High School’s Chem-Med Club as they lead school-age children through fun science activities. In the first program, on Tuesday, January 29, create colorful snowflakes and learn […]

The Lure and Mysteries of Sea Glass

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Richard LaMotte will share his knowledge and years of experience on sea glass at the Hershey Public Library. He will also provide insight into the art of identifying unique shards […]

Carlisle Sports Emporium SUPER Evening Mixer

Carlisle Sports Emporium SUPER Evening Mixer Thursday, May 30, 2019 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST Carlisle Sports Emporium 29 S Middlesex Rd Carlisle, PA 17015 Join us for the annual multi […]

Summer Quest

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Come over right to the Hershey Public Library after school closes for the year! Kick off the summer the right way by stopping by the library to register for Summer […]

Next Generation Yoga for Teens

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Wednesdays: June 12 to July 17. 3:00 pm to 3:50 pm (6 occurrences). Please register online for each weekly session to join instructor, Cindy Lesher, for yoga for teens aged […]

Children’s Summer Library Programs

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Book Buddies, Chewsy Readers (ages 7and 8), Chewsy Readers (ages 9 and 10), and Furry Tales are summer reading program favorites with kids and parents to encourage love of books, and to improve reading […]

Bravura Brass: A Universe of Music

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Bravura Brass: A Universe of Music. The Hershey Public Library welcomes back their friends the Bravura Brass as they share a selection of spaced-out classics including Fly Me to the […]

Teen Time

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Please register online for each Teen Time event for kids in grade 6 and higher. Contact Annika Sundberg at asundberg@derrytownship if you have questions, or call the library at 717-533-6555. […]

The Essay: A Six-Week Writing Class

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Sundays: June 23, 30. July 7, 14, 16,* 21. *Please note the July 16 class is on a Tuesday evening from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Instructor: Laura English. Give […]

$60

Movie and a Craft

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Come to the Hershey Public Library to enjoy 3 movie events; each movie will be paired with a themed craft. All movies rated PG. Suitable for children in grades K-5. […]

Kit’s Interactive Theatre: Grace the Pirate

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Come to the Hershey Public Library to navigate by the stars with Grace the Pirate in this rollicking interactive play where the audience is cast right into the show!  This […]

Friends Summer Film Festival: Based on the Books

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Friends Summer Film Festival will screen at the Hershey Public Library on Sundays in July at 2 pm. Enjoy family friendly movies based on books. Registration is not required to […]

Mark DeRose

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

The Hershey Public Library presents the guitar talents of Mark DeRose for an hour of music and songs that children will love. Registration is not required. Terrific Tuesday Programs, sponsored […]

USCF Rated Chess Tournament

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Hershey Public Library hosts a USCF rated chess tournament open to chess players of all ages and skill levels. 3 rounds with players in Quad sections based on rating and […]

ScienceTellers: Aliens

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Come to the Hershey Public Library to experience a midnight meteor shower, when something mysterious falls from the sky toward Earth — but it’s not a shooting star. Two curious […]

Krypton Cougars Robotics Team

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Join our local FIRST Robotics Team at the Hershey Public Library, fresh from competing at the World Championship in Detroit, as they demonstrate their robots. Registration is not required for […]

Dinosaur Dig

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Field Paleontologists, Mike and Roberta Straka, will construct a dinosaur dig site right in the Hershey Public Library. Children will dig for REAL dinosaur bones. Next, we will identify the […]

Friends Annual Book Sale

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Friends Annual Book Sale 2019 for the BEST BARGAINS IN TOWN The Friends of the Hershey Public Library's 38th Annual Book Sale will take place Saturday, August 3 to Thursday, […]

Space Camp

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Thursday, August 15 and Friday, August 16. 10:00 am to 11:30 am. American Girl Luciana Vega went to Space Camp; now is your chance to come to Space Camp at […]

Space Forts for Families

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Build a Fort Summer 2016 Let's end the summer at the Hershey Public Library, and before school starts, with some family reading fun! Meet us for stories at 2:30 p.m. […]

Poetry in Motion

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Red Sneakers Productions come to the Hershey Public Library! Poetry can be so much fun! In this engaging program, Anthony Cascio combines acting, mime, vocal gymnastics, humor, audience participation, and […]

Nutrition for Kids

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Are you unsure about what the best eating habits and diet are for your kids? Do you want to help ensure that your kids are growing up eating the most […]

My Friendship with Fred Rogers

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

This Friends program at the Hershey Public Library is presented by Tim Madigan. Please register online, or call the Circulation desk at 717-533-6555. It began as another newspaper assignment, a […]

Rotator Cuff Seminar

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Come to a Rotator Cuff Seminar at the Hershey Public Library presented by Joe Hribick, Physical Therapist and Clinical Director of Madden Physical Therapy. Learn about the three most common […]

Autumn Festival and Old Fashioned Day

Indian Echo Caverns 368 Middletown Rd, Hummelstown, PA, United States

Join us for our 8th Annual Autumn Festival and Old Fashioned Day. We will be hosting arts and craft vendors, various demonstrators, food vendors, old tractor displays, and hit and miss […]

Hershey Partnership 16th Annual Soup Cook-Off

Hershey Volunteer Fire Company Station 48 21 W Caracas Ave, Hershey, PA, United States

The Hershey Partnership’s Soup Cook-Off, Saturday, October 5, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. –2:00 p.m., is a fun Fall Family Event, in Hershey Pennsylvania. The address of the event is 21 […]

What is Fracking?

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Come to the Hershey Public Library to learn about the controversial topic of hydraulic fracturing, better known as fracking. The sophisticated extraction process has opened up new sources of natural […]

ZooAmerica Presents Native PA Species

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Friends of the Hershey Public Library sponsor this program for children to learn about the wildlife species who call our state home. You might be surprised to discover who’s living […]

Edible Book Contest

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

                Hershey Public Library hosts its third Edible Book Contest In celebration of National Friends of the Library Week, October 22 to 26. […]

Friends Special Film Showing of “Labyrinth”

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Please come the Hershey Public Library to enjoy this adventure, family friendly, fantasy film from 1986, starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly. "Labyrinth" is about a 16-year-old girl who is […]

Ghostly Tales of Gettysburg

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Ghostly Tales of Gettysburg, a Friends Adult Program at the Hershey Public Library, will be presented by actor and storyteller, Steve Anderson. Steve has given almost 1500 ghost tours in […]

Lancaster County Parks & Recreation Presents Animal Signs

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Now that we know who’s living in our area, learn how to spot them! Animal Signs focuses on tracking, scat and other “signs” left behind by animals that may be […]

“Staying Safe on Our Roads Today” Seminar

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Presented by Penn State Health in collaboration with the Derry Township Police Department. During this 90 minute program, presenters will cover topics such as: Driving then and now – exploring […]

Native American Folk Music with “Spirit Wing”

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Spirit Wing is a six time Native American Music Award nominee. Since the year 2000, Spirit Wing has appeared at many Native American Festivals throughout North America. Their music comes […]

Decorating with the First Ladies

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Coleen Christian Burke, award-winning designer and author of Christmas with the First Ladies, will share the magic of White House Christmas decorating from Jackie Kennedy thru Melania Trump. Coleen has […]

10th Annual Holiday Movie Extravaganza

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Bring the kids to celebrate a Holiday tradition at the Hershey Public Library, to watch "The Muppet Christmas Carol" (1992), the american musical fantasy comedy-drama film produced by Jim Henson […]

’80s Aerobics Experience

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Tween and teens, come to the Hershey Public Library Library to channel your inner Jane Fonda and practice your jazzercise skills while listening to classic ‘80s jams. Costumes are encouraged! […]

Hershey Partnership Breakfast at PA Dance Sport Ballroom

Pa Dance Sport Ballroom 585 East Main Street, Hummelstown, PA, United States

Join us January 9th the 2nd Thursday! at 7:30 am at PA Dance Sport Ballroom, 585 E. Main St. Hummelstown Bring a Guest and be entered to win a prize

USCF Rated Chess Tournament

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Hershey Public Library hosts a USCF Chess Tournament. Open to chess players of all ages and experience level. Beginners are welcome. Current United States Chess Federation (USCF) membership is required. […]

Barynya – Russian Music, Song, and Dance!

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Come to a family program at the Hershey Public Library to enjoy the Russian music, dance and song. Barynya is known as the premier Russian folk ensemble outside of Russia, […]

The Pennsylvania German Groundhog Lodges and Versammlinge

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

The Pennsylvania German Groundhog Lodges and Versammlinge is a Friends Adult Program at the Hershey Public Library presented by William W. Donner. William Donner, a professor of anthropology at Kutztown […]

Friends Winter Film Series

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Drop in to the Hershey Public Library on the following Saturday afternoons in February to enjoy Films from Around the World. All films are shown from 2:00 pm to 4:00 […]

Hershey Partnership Breakfast at Isaac’s Hershey

Isaac's Restaurant 597 East Main St., Hummelstown, PA, United States

Join us for our monthly meeting. Come as a guest or a member to find out why your business needs to be a part of our organization. The Hershey Partnership […]

“To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before”: Valentine’s Watch Party

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Tweens and teens, celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Hershey Public Library by watching “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before”. (2018. TV-14.) Based on the book by Jenny Han. Snack […]

I, Nat Love Presented by Rochel Garner Coleman

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Bring the kids to the Hershey Public Library to enjoy a Friends Children's Program. Playing the black cowboy Nat Love, Rochel Garner Coleman treats the audience to the life and […]

An Afternoon of Jazz with Abe Ovadia

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Listen to Abe Ovadia a "jazz virtuoso” and innovative guitarist. Having emerged as one of the preeminent guitarists on the New York City jazz scene, Abe holds a bachelor's degree […]

One Book, One Community Book Discussion

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Join a book discussion at the Hershey Public Library on Monday, February 24 at 6:30 pm on the 2020 One Book, One Community selection, "Heartland: A Memoir of Working Hard […]

“The Art of Racing in the Rain” Presented by Garth Stein

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Come to the Hershey Public Library to see Garth Stein, bestselling author of "The Art of Racing in the Rain", the story of a beloved philosopher dog named Enzo who […]

Hershey Partnership Monthly breakfast at Columbia Cottage

Columbia Cottage 103 N. Larkspur Drive, Palmyra, PA, United States

Join us for our monthly meeting. Come as a guest or a member to find out why your business needs to be a part of our organization. The Hershey Partnership […]

Author Visit: Rosemary Wells

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Rosemary Wells, beloved children's author and illustrator, creator of “Max and Ruby” and stories about the Bunny Planet, and many more, invites you to come “visit” her studio to learn […]

Chess Tournament

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

The Hershey Public Library hosts a USCF rated Chess Tournament. Chess builds a vibrant, diverse and enthusiastic community of players in the Hershey area. Young players and players new to […]

$15 – $20

“The British are Coming” Presented by Rick Atkinson

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Rick Atkinson, one of America’s most acclaimed historians and long admired for his deeply researched and stunningly vivid narrative histories, will be at the Hershey Public Library once again. His […]

Swimming with Sharks Presented by Bill Henschke

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to swim with a shark? Most people in the non-diving community do not realize how important sharks are to the health […]

22nd Annual National Library Week Author Visit Featuring Lisa Wingate

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Meet Lisa Wingate, a former journalist, inspirational speaker, and New York Times Bestselling Author of thirty novels, including the blockbuster hit, “Before We Were Yours”. Her book, "Before and After: […]

Hershey Public Library’s 3rd Local Author Festival

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

The Hershey Public Library’s 3rd Local Author Festival will be held on Saturday, April 25 from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. Authors from a variety of genres will share their […]

Arabiqa! Drums and Dances from the Arab World

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Arabiqa! Drums and Dances from the Arab World is presented by Karim Nagi. With humor, acrobatics, and masterful audience incorporation, Karim introduces us to the wonders of Arab culture. Hear […]

SPLAT Studio Art Program for Children

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

The Hershey Public Library tradition continues – a surprise Mother’s Day art project. Back by popular demand, Meghan Winslow of SPLAT Studio – Spirited People Learning Artfulness Together – will […]

Hershey Partnership Breakfast at Country Meadows – RESCHEDULED

Country Meadows of Hershey 451 Sand Hill Rd, Hershey, PA, United States

Join us for our monthly meeting. Come as a guest or a member to find out why your business needs to be a part of our organization. The Hershey Partnership […]

Watercolor Magic

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Tuesdays: September 8, 15 and 29. 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm. (VIRTUAL CLASS) In collaboration with the Hershey Area Art Association, the Hershey Public Library offers a virtual art class […]

$40

Arabiqa: Drums and Dance from the Arab World

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Arabiqa: Drums and Dance from the Arab World is a virtual children's program sponsored by the Friends. Come travel to the Arab world with Karim Nagi! With humor, acrobatics, and […]

Finance in Covid Times (Virtual Program)

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

The Hershey Public Library presents a virtual program. Please join Michael J. Fedash MBA, AIF - Senior Private Client Wealth Advisor with Members 1st Investment Services & Wealth Management to […]

Heroes of Flight 93

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Sunday, September 20 at 2:00 pm (VIRTUAL PROGRAM} Presented by Mal Fuller Review the events of 9/11/01 and see the day through the eyes of an air traffic controller who […]

Terrarium Therapy Workshop

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Join us outside the library for a Terrarium Therapy Workshop. Tiffany Anderson will help you set up your very own Rustic Box Planter!  Price ranges from $44-$63 and 10% of […]

$44 – $63

Fear of Commitment Book Group

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Join Aly Tran outside at the Hershey Public Library for a Fear of Commitment Book Group: Short Fiction Only. We will be under the trees at the library. Bring a […]

Hershey Partnership Monthly Breakfast at PowerTrain in Hershey

Power Train Gym 30 E Granada Ave #200, Hershey, PA, United States

Join us for our monthly meeting. Come as a guest or a member to find out why your business needs to be a part of our organization. The Hershey Partnership […]

Outside Fused Glass Class

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Join Kathleen Forney, fused glass artist, under the trees at the Hershey Public Library to make either a fused glass plate measuring 8 x 8 inches ($45) or a fused […]

$22 – $45

Nutrition on a Budget (Virtual Program)

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

The Hershey Public Library invites you to join Shanna Shultz, RD, LDN and learn tricks and hacks to help increase nutrition while staying on budget. Shanna is a registered dietitian […]

Open Mic in the R.G.

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

The Hershey Public Library invites you to meet outside in the R.G. (Reading Garden) for two socially distant live music events performed by local musicians. Friday, October 9 and Friday, […]

Friends of Hershey Public Library Pop-Up Book Sale

2020 Friends Annual Book Sale is on!! The sale will have a different schedule this year and will take place in the hallway to Meeting Room 2. The book sale […]

Outside Pumpkin Planter Terrarium Therapy

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Join us at outside at the Hershey Public Library for a workshop fit for a fairytale, the pumpkin succulent planter! In this workshop you will learn how to create a […]

$50

Intermediate to Advanced Photoshop Class (Virtual Class)

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Intermediate to Advanced Photoshop Class is on Saturday, October 17 and Saturday, October 24 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. For anyone age 16 and older. Join instructor, Bryson Leidich, […]

Finding Life on Other Worlds with Robert Naeye

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

The Hershey Public Library invites you to join presenter Robert Naeye in a virtual program. Are we alone or do we share our solar system and galaxy with other forms […]

Cassel Vineyards of Hershey Fear of Commitment Book Group

Cassel Vineyards 80 Shetland Drive, Hummeltown, PA

In collaboration with the Hershey Public Library, join Aly Tran from the library and our friends at Cassel's (80 Shetland Drive, Hummelstown, PA 17036) to enjoy the short story Taste […]

Edible Book Contest

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Use your amazing culinary skills to recreate a favorite book (fiction or non-fiction) with food! Edible books can look like a book, be inspired by a book or author, be […]

Virtual Board Game Night

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

Join us on the Hershey Public Library DISCORD server to find out what we are playing. Games like, Chess, Sushi-Go Backgammon, Carcassonne, and more. Step 1. We will be playing […]

Mummy at the Mystery Mansion

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

The Hershey Public Library invites you to join us online for a Friends' Children's program.Talewise (formerly Sciencetellers) presents the story of Frankie and Casey visiting their uncle for his annual […]

Watercolor Magic II

Hershey Public Library 701 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA, United States

The Hershey Public Library invites you to join Watercolor Magic II, a virtual art class, with Marie Gamon from the Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA). Continue the Magic! We will […]