Terrific Trails!
Thursday, May 25, 6:00 – 7:00 pm. Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Join Lancaster native and librarian Keith Greenawalt as he discusses some of his favorite local and regional trails. Learn new places to day hike, bike, run, and walk. Click here to register. |
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Trivia Night!
Thursday, May 11, 6:00 – 7:00 pm. Best for adults and older (high school age) teens based on the challenge level of questions. Enjoy a night of trivia at the library! We welcome back Quiz Bowl veteran Phil Gruber as he challenges how much we know! Participate individually or as a team. Maximum 4 people per team. We’ll also have prizes and refreshments! Click here to register. |
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Springtime Walking Book Club
Thursday, May 18, 9:00 am – 10:00 am. Join us at Huffnagle Park as we discuss The Liar’s Dictionary by Eley Williams. After the walk, we’ll share a casual ‘tailgate’ snack in the parking lot. For adults and older teens. Click here to register. |
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Mother’s Day Sale
Friday, May 5, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday, May 6, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Tuesday, May 9, 10:00 – 5:00 pm
Looking for a gift for your mother, wife, or another special person? Stop by the library lobby to browse a selection of jewelry, gifts and baked goods and see what treasures you can find. You might even find something fun for yourself! |
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Calling All Painters!
Enter the Quarryville Library’s 2023 Open Painting Show!
Amateur and professional painters age 16 and older are invited to enter one or two paintings, with an entry fee of $10 per painting. Entries may be brought to the library on Saturday, May 13 between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm. The opening reception will be held on Saturday, May 20, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.
Cash prizes ($100 first place, $50 second place) will be awarded in the following categories:
- Nature (animals, plants, etc.)
- Earthscape (land, sea, atmosphere, still life, etc.)
- Humanity (portraits, people)
- Abstraction
Awards will be announced at 3:00 pm during the opening reception. The exhibit will be available for viewing during regular library hours through Wednesday, June 21, 2023. Click here for more information.
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1:1 Computer Help
Millersville University is partnering with us to provide FREE computer and technology help. Drop in on Tuesdays (10-3:30), Wednesdays (12-6), or Thursdays (12-6) for assistance customized to your individual needs! |
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Chess Club
Saturday, May 6, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Come join our new chess club for adults and older teens (16+). All levels are welcome; we have a coach available to help you learn! Click here to register. |
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Mid-Day Matinee
Friday, May 19, 1:00 – 4:00 pm. Bring your favorite movie snack and join us for this month’s film. We’ll offer new-to-video releases as well as classic titles. Please call the library for the name of this month’s selection. Best for adults ages 18+ |
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How to Spot a “Scam”!
Wednesday, May 10, 6:00 – 7:00 pm. How do you determine if the information you are viewing online can be trusted? Join us to learn some helpful strategies! Best for adults and older teens. Click here to register. |
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Afternoon Book Club
Wednesday, May 10, 2:00 – 4:00 pm. Join us for a monthly gathering of book lovers! This month we will be discussing The Worst Hard Time by Timothy Egan. Click here to register. |
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The Knitting & Crocheting Group
meets weekly at the library on Thursday afternoons from 1:00 – 3:00 pm. This group is open to interested knitters, crocheters, and other crafters of all ages.
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~ Other Library Offerings ~
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Silent Auctions
Check out the silent auction items in the library lobby! The Friends of the Library add new things each month, and the proceeds support your library! |
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Virtual Sticker Posters
Get “stuck” on our virtual sticker posters!
Click here to begin, or visit our website and click on the “Virtual Offerings” tab. New posters are added as each one is finished.
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Need a passport?
Come to the library! We are a full-service passport center, and offer passport services by appointment. Please call (717) 786-1336 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
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Book donations
The Friends of the Library are accepting donations of new or gently used books and puzzles on Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm. |
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Sign up for youth program updates
Would you like to receive our monthly youth newsletters?
Click here to be added to the list!
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~ Resources & Opportunities ~
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| Springtime is a good time to clean out! Are you getting rid of scrap metal? Consider taking it to Full Circle Recycling and asking them to donate the proceeds to the library! We are grateful for Full Circle’s support in this way. |
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Volunteer at the library!
Do you need volunteer or community service hours or simply want to connect more with the community? Click here for information on the many opportunities available!
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Looking for a way to help the community? The Solanco Food Bank is currently in need of the following items:
- Boxed oatmeal (individual packs)
- Applesauce cups
- Pudding cups
- Cans of low salt soup (any flavor)
- Refried beans
- Canned salmon
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Canned corned beef
- Spam
- Lasagna noodles
- Canned kidney beans
- Canned potatoes (no salt)
- Whole grain Triscuits or Wheat Thins
- Whole grain Saltines
- 5lb bags of potatoes
- Mayonnaise
- Seafood based canned soup
- Diapers or pull-ups (3T, 4T or 5T)
Donations may be dropped off Monday through Thursday, 9 am – 4 pm and Friday, 9 am – 12 pm.
Address: 14 South Church Street, Quarryville, PA 17566
Phone number: (717) 786-4308
Website: solanconeighborhoodministries.org
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The library is on both Facebook and Instagram.
Follow us to see what’s going on at your library!
Contact us: (717) 786-1336 • library@quarryvillelibrary.org |
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