Events by Hershey Partnership

Adult Storytime

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

Sit back and relax at the Hershey Public Library as you listen to Emily Fortney who continues reading aloud the adventures of Sherlock Holmes in Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's "The Hound of the Baskervilles". This program is best suited to an audience age 18 and older. Registration is not required. THIS PROGRAM WILL ALSO TAKE […]

How to Build a Storm

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

Come to a Friends' Children's Program at the Hershey Public Library hosting the experts from the Franklin Institute. This dynamic show reveals the science of weather—to the extreme. Where does our weather come from, and what factors make it a sunny day or a blustery one? We promise a stormy ending to this show as […]

A “Wilder” Garden

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

This Friends Program, A "Wilder" Garden, is presented by Marta McDowell. Marta shares her love of horticulture and garden history through the written and spoken word. Her garden writing has appeared in popular publications such as Woman’s Day, Country Gardening and The New York Times. Marta’s latest book, The World of Laura Ingalls Wilder, tells the […]

Art in Science

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

Please register online to join students from Hershey High School's Chem-Med Club as they lead school-age children in grades 3-5 through fun science activities on Earth Science. In this first program, create colorful snowflakes and learn how to transform nail polish into beautiful art. Participants will take home a pamphlet filled with book recommendations you can […]

21st Friends Annual National Library Week Author Visit

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

Hershey Public Library presents the 21st Friends' National Guest Author Visit Program on Sunday, April 7 at 2:00 pm. Alice Hoffman, renowned writer of many books including "Practical Magic" and Lisa Hoffman, (cousin to Alice Hoffman) a knitwear designer and knitting teacher, will talk about their creative work. Books by both authors will be sold […]

Healthy Sun Habits

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

Summer is almost here but are you ready? Come to a class, taught and organized by students from Penn State College of Medicine, to learn more about healthy sun habits and ways that you can protect yourself and family, to ensure a fun and healthy summer. Please register to join this program on the library's […]

Writing a Book & Where to Begin

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

This program is presented by Dr. John Benedict. Many people aspire to writing their own book, but just can’t figure out where to begin. John Benedict was one of those people who after twenty years has learned invaluable information that can be shared. Come and hear what Dr. Benedict has found as he shares his […]

Oh-Ya-Way

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

Yah-Oh-Way, meaning “it is good” in Hopi, highlights the true depth and complexity of Native American societies. Experience the origins and meanings of the various songs, dances, and traditions of the many tribes that inhabited North American before the arrival of Europeans. By participating in traditional ceremonies, including the Feather Dance, an annual expression of […]