Adult and Teen Programs

DIY Phone Projector for Teens
Monday, June 12 – 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Build a projector for your phone using some household items. Registration is required by calling 570-966-0831, visiting the library or registering online.

Tween Lunch Bunch
Tuesdays, June 13 through August 1 – 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Bring your lunch and the library provides a drink. For students who have finished 3^rd through 5^th grades. No registration required.

Teen Lunch Bunch
Tuesdays, June 13 through August 8 – 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Bring your lunch to the library and join the bunch. We will have drinks and activities! No registration required.

Who’s Rube Goldberg? For Teens!
Tuesday, June 13 – 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Ever heard of Rube Goldberg? Ever played Mousetrap? We are building and over-engineering a Rube Goldberg machine using household items to complete a seemingly simple task. No registration required.

Lego Challenge for Teens
Thursday, June 15 – 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Are you up for a mystery challenge-against the clock-using Legos? Of course you are! No registration required.

Solar S’mores for Teens
Monday, June 19 – 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Build a solar powered oven to make solar s’mores! No registration required.

Box Full of Stars for Teens
Tuesday, June 20 – 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Create your own star box and learn about constellations, stars, and mythology. No registration required.

Green Teen (For Teens)
Monday, June 26 – 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Become an Eco-Warrior and learn all about being green. We are calculating our carbon footprint, learning about recycling, eating mud pie and more! Snacks and refreshments provided. No registration required.

Cardboard Cosplay
Monday, July 3 – 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Craft epic cosplay using cardboard. No registration required.

Watercolor Tattoos
Thursday, July 6 – 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Decorate your skin in brilliant colors. No registration required.

Water Bottle Derby
Monday, July 10 – 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Build your own amazing water bottle derby kart and put to the test in a race! Stick around for prizes. No registration required.

DIY Fidget Spinner
Tuesday, July 11 – 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Learn to make a fidget spinner that’s yours to keep! Registration is required by calling 570-966-0831, visiting the library or registering online.

Rabies Clinic with Dr. Ward
Saturday, July 15 – 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Partnering with Danielle L. Ward, D.V.M. the library hosts a low-cost rabies clinic for cats and dogs on the library’s lawn. Cost for each vaccine is $8.00 and there is no registration required. Bring a donation of any dog and cat food for Arthur’s Pet Pantry.

Building Games
Monday, July 17 – 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Come experiment in the world of games. We will be making and sharing games to play with one another. No registration required.

Tropes vs. Women in Gaming
Monday, July 17 – 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Sit back and relax with installments of Anita Sarkeesian’s Tropes vs. Women in Gaming series. This focuses on how women are portrayed in video games and the gaming community. Snacks and refreshments are provided. No registration required.

Intro to Programming with Scratch!
Tuesday, July 18 – 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Learn the basics of coding and be on your way to making programs and games! Participants are encouraged to bring laptops/ tablets. Registration is required by calling 570-966-0831, visiting the library or registering online.

DIY Pet Toys
Monday, July 31 – 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Learn to make your own toys for your favorite pet. We are donating some of the creations to a local shelter. No registration required.

Kitty Constructs
Tuesday, August 1 – 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Help some kittys! Make low budget shelter for feral and stray cats to keep them warm in bad weather. No registration required.

Bad Art Night
Monday, August 7 – 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Make ridiculous, creative, absurd, cheeky works of art at this freestyle craft night. Stick around for prizes. No registration required.

Foam Paint
Tuesday, August 8 – 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Decorate the sidewalks in puffy fluffy DIY chalk paint. No registration required.

Children’s Programs

Baby Discover
Wednesdays, June 7 – August 9 – 10:00 am
For children from birth to 18 months of age and their caregivers to enjoy stories read aloud, an introduction to sign language, free play time, sensory exploration, and much more. A great opportunity for both caregivers and children to bond, socialize and make new friends. Register by calling 570-966-0831 or stopping by the circulation desk of the library.

Toddler Discover
Wednesdays, June 7 – August 9 – 10:00 am
This class is for children ages 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers. This free class offers a fun, safe and educational learning environment that includes weekly themes, stories read aloud, arts and crafts projects, free play time, sensory exploration, educational games, sing-a-longs, music and movement activities and a Discover More At Home weekly newsletter. Space is limited and registration is required. Call 570-966-0831 or stop by the circulation desk of the library to register.

Preschool Discover
Thursdays, June 8 – August 10 – 10:00 am
This program is for children 3 to 5 years old and their caregivers. It is a free class that offers a fun, safe and educational learning environment that includes weekly themes, stories read aloud, circle time (to include weather, calendar, class pet, show-and-tell), arts and crafts projects, sensory exploration, educational games and activities and a Discover More At Home weekly newsletter. Space is limited and registration is required, call 570-966-0831 or stop by the circulation desk of the library to register.

Build a Better World Kickoff
Tuesday, June 13 – 6:00 pm
Celebrate summer reading and complete a variety of activities based on the “Build a Better World” theme. No registration required.

Let’s Use Our Senses!
Tuesday, June 20 – 7:15 pm
This program is geared for Elementary School aged children. No registration required.

Family Health Fair
Creating Healthy Lifestyles Together
Tuesday, June 27 – 6:00 pm
This program is led by Jennifer Haines and is geared for elementary age children but younger children are welcome. Created by National Centers for Families Learning Together.

Help Transform Our World with Kindness
Tuesday, July 11 – 6:00 pm
This program is geared for Elementary School aged children. No registration required.

How Can We Help Our World
Tuesday, July 18 – 6:00 pm
This program is geared for Elementary School aged children. No registration required.

Popcorn and a Movie Night
Tuesday, July 25 – 6:00 pm
This program is geared for Elementary School aged children. No registration required.

Build a Better World Wrap Up
Tuesday, August 1 – 6:00 pm
This program is geared for Elementary School aged children. No registration required.

Children’s Programs

Discover
Tuesdays, 10:30 am
Discover is a preschool story time for children up to age 5 along with a parent or grandparent. This program has a weekly theme with read-aloud stories, age-appropriate activities and crafts, musical instruments and songs. Adults will be offered a take-home paper with theme-related crafts, rhymes, snacks, and suggested “getting ready for kindergarten” activities. Register to attend by visiting the library, calling 570-922-4773 or registering online.

Building Block Parties
Thursday, June 1 – 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Meets every Thursday until July 27
Children from pre-school to school age are invited to come to play with the variety of block building sets. Block play is shown to help children develop many life skills and helps them to learn to think critically and creatively! For young readers, the library has books about building, tools and more. The blocks were provided by The Office of Commonwealth Libraries.

Sun’s Out Kids Out
Tuesday, June 6 – 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Summer is a great time for playing outside but it also brings some safety hazards. This program is geared to help children understand summer safety so they can focus on fun. Join us at Discover time for this special program. For all ages! Register to attend by visiting the library, calling 570-922-4773 or registering online.

Build a Better World – Legos Big and Small
Starting Saturday, June 10 – 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Ongoing program running June 10 – 16 during regular library hours
Drop in to the library during the week of June 10 through the 16th and build with the Lego blocks. We have the large Lego blocks for younger children and the regular blocks for older kids. No registration required.

Germ City
Tuesday, June 13 – 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Children learn to identify where germs originate as well as the proper technique of hand washing. Join us at Discover time for this special program. Register to attend by visiting the library, calling 570-922-4773 or registering online.

Scavenger Hunt
Starting Saturday, June 17 – 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Ongoing program running June 17 to June 23 during regular library hours
Do you like to search for hidden things and solve problems? Participate in a scavenger hunt! Pick up a clue at the circulation desk and then search around in the library to find the answer to your clue. This is an activity for pre-school through school age children. No registration required.

Cooking Demonstration
Monday, June 26 – 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Jump right in! Children are encouraged to help prepare food during this interactive program. This program is open to school age children. Register to attend by visiting the library, calling 570-922-4773 or registering online.

My Plate
Tuesday, July 11 – 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Before you eat, think about what goes on your plate. This program teaches the basic food groups, proper serving sizes, and nutritional information for kids. My Plate will be held during our Discover Time for preschoolers. No registration required.

Butterfly Program
Monday, July 17 – 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Jerry Schneider, a former teacher, children’s librarian, and inventor of The Butterfly Game, helps kids explore interesting features about butterflies. Learn to distinguish moths from butterflies, how to bring butterflies into your backyard and garden, and about the amazing Monarch migration to Mexico. The program concludes with a wonderful butterfly t-shirt craft. Children may purchase heavy cotton t-shirts for $4.00 or bring their own.

Decorate a Bird House
Saturday, July 22 – 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Ongoing program running July 22 to July 27 during regular library hours
Drop in to decorate a small wooden bird house that you can use as a summer decoration indoors or outside. Paints and other decorative items are available for you to express your own creativity. This program is open to pre-school through school age children.

Adult/Teen Programs

Brown Bag Flix
Starting Friday, June 9 – 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Meets Fridays until July 28
Learn something new and interesting this summer! Join us at the library every Friday afternoon for a different documentary on a variety of topics. Bring your own brown bag lunch. No registration required.

Recycled Jar Terrariums
Monday, June 12 – 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Make an eco-friendly terrarium to give as a gift or enjoy at home. Bring a jar of your choice or use a jar provided by the library to create your own terrarium. Class size limited to 15 participants. All materials provided. For ages 11+. Register to attend by calling 570-523-1172 or by visiting the library.

Structure Wars
Tuesday, June 13 – 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Put on your construction hats and build a superstructure using only household items like masking tape, newspaper, gummy bears, dry spaghetti and more. Teams compete to complete structures and win prizes. All materials provided. For ages 11+ with snacks and refreshments provided. Register to attend by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library or registering online.

Fandoms Unite! Sci-Fi Eye Stranger Things
Monday, June 19 – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Visit the Upside Down, immerse yourself in 80’s music and culture, and gorge on Eggo® waffles and chocolate pudding to celebrate Stranger Things. For ages 11+. Hosted in conjunction with the Teen Advisory Group. No registration required.

Yoga for Building Strength
Tuesday, June 20 – 6:00 pm – 7:100 pm
Build your strength with yoga! Learn how to use yoga to prevent injury, alleviate minor back pain, and improve posture with local yoga instructor Sara Hiller. Register to attend by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library or registering online.

Gingerbread Summer Houses
Tuesday, June 27 – 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Construct the perfect summer getaway! Build a sweet dream house using graham crackers, candy, and icing. All materials provided. For ages 11+. No registration required.

Treat Yourself Spa Day
Saturday, July 1 – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Take the day to spoil and pamper the most important person you know: you! Make your own bath bombs, lip scrub and face masks using household ingredients. All materials provided. For ages 11+. Register to attend by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library or registering online.

Altered Book Workshop
Monday, July 3 – 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Upcycle a discarded book and build a beautiful object d’art! Join our altered book workshop to construct a unique creation. All materials provided. For ages 11+. No registration required.

Building Pennsylvania
Monday, July 10 – 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Enjoy an evening with critically-acclaimed PA author Guy Graybill as he presents his book, Keystone: A History of Pennsylvania. Explore the building blocks of the Keystone State in this historical discussion. Books are available for purchase. Register to attend by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library or registering online.

Fandoms Unite! Sherlock
Monday, July 17 – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Sip tea and munch scones as we explore the world of BBC’s Sherlock. Make Sherlock, Watson, and Moriarty crafts and solve puzzles to win prizes. All materials provided. For ages 11+. Hosted in conjunction with the Teen Advisory Group. No registration required.

Build-Destroy-Build
Monday, July 31 – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Master the powers of construction and destruction all in one day! Use our new building kits to create and destroy whatever you can imagine. Play with Bloxels, Minecraft Stop Animation Studios, 3D Pens, and more! All materials provided. For ages 11+. The materials available were made possible by William R. & Esther Richmond Foundation through PNC Charitable Trusts Grant Review Committee. No registration required.

Life-Size Game Board
Tuesday, August 1 – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Ready, set, play! Work with your peers to create a life-size board game, and play as a life-sized piece. All materials provided. For ages 11+. Snacks and refreshments provided. No registration required.

Meditative Doodling
Thursday, August 3 – 10:00 am – 11:30 pm
Reawaken your creative juices by learning to make beautiful doodles with art instructor Jane Albin of the YMCA Arts Center in Sunbury, PA. Explore doodle patterns and learn tips for adding shading and color to your tangles. Class size is limited to 15 people. All materials provided. For ages 11+. Register to attend by calling 570-523-1172 or by visiting the library.

Building Blocks for Scrumptious Salads
Monday, August 7 – 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Lunch doesn’t have to be a boring pile of lettuce! Learn how to build a better salad using everyday ingredients. Try new recipes, taste a variety of dressings and make your own salad. All ingredients provided. Register to attend by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library or registering online.

Wreck This Journal
Tuesday, August 8 – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Based on Wreck this Journal by Kerri Smith participants are encouraged to think outside the normal limitations of a journal to create something amazing. Each page has different wacky instructions like take a bite out of the page, write the same word over and over, leave this page somewhere public, sew this page, etc. Make a unique journal, wreck the journal, repeat! All materials provided. For ages 11+. Register to attend by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library or registering online.

Those Taste Little Plants Called Herbs
Monday, August 14 – 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Pump up the flavor and cut down on salt in your cooking by adding herbs. Join Julianna Cooper, past president and long-time member of the Lewisburg Garden Club and certified culinary herbalist for a delicious, hands-on experience–cooking with herbs, a variety of herb preservation techniques and herb tasting. All materials provided. Register to attend by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library or registering online.

Fandoms Unite! Marvel Comics
Monday, August 21 – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Hang with the Hulk, befriend Black Widow, and throw down with Thor! Transport yourself to the Marvel Universe as we explore our favorite superheroes and villains, make Marvel crafts and eat super snacks. Cosplay encouraged—dress up as your favorite Marvel character. All materials provided. For ages 11+.  Hosted in conjunction with the Teen Advisory Group. No registration required.

Children’s Programs

Baby Discover
Fridays, June 16 – August 11 – 11:00 am
Stories, nursery rhymes and finger plays for babies up to one year old and their parents or caregivers. Young toddlers are also welcomed. Held every Friday of the month.

Toddler Discover
Tuesdays, & Wednesdays – June 6 – August 9 – 9:30 am
This weekly story time is for children three to five years-old and their parents or caregivers and includes stories, flannel boards and activities along with a craft.

Preschool Discover
Tuesdays, June 13 – August 8 – 10:00 am
This weekly story time is for children 3 to 5 years old and their parents or caregivers and includes stories, flannel boards and activities along with a craft. Registration is required so that enough materials are provided. Register today by calling 570-523-1172 or visiting the library.

Family Fort Night Summer Reading Kick-Off
Friday, June 9 – 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join us in celebrating the kick-off of Summer Reading by building a fort in the library! Use supplies provided by the library to build a fort among the stacks! After construction is complete, grab a snack and hideaway with your favorite book! Register today by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library or registering online.

Camp Kindness
Starting Monday, June 12 – 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Program Days: June 12, 19 & 26 & July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
The eight week program features a daily theme, stories and activities aimed at teaching children the many ways they can give back to their community and show everyday kindness to the people and the world around them. Register today by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library or registering online.

Kids in the Garden
Starting Monday, June 12 – 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Meets every Monday until August 7th
Ms. Kim and Ms. Pat show children how to plant seeds and take care of a garden. Enjoy gardening games and activities. At the end of the summer, a kids’ garden party is held that features the vegetables that are harvested. Children can bring their own watering can if they like. Register today by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library or registering online.

Can You Build It?
Tuesday, June 13 – 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Meets Tuesdays until July 25th
This six week program features various kid-friendly building challenges. Unleash your inner engineer and see if you can build it! For children ages 6-12. This program will not meet on July 4^th due to the holiday.

Don’t Lose It – Reuse It!
Starting Wednesday, June 14 – 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Meets every Wednesday until August 2nd
Turn recyclables into new useful items. Each week features a different project. Class size is limited to 15. The August 2^nd session of “Don’t Lose it, Reuse It!” is open for children to play the cardboard arcade games that were made on July 26. Register today by calling 570-523-1172 or by visiting the library.

Lego Animators Club
Thursday, June 15 – 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Meets every Thursday until August 3rd
This eight week program guides children ages 6-12 through creating a stop motion Lego movie. Kids work in groups to create a movie and all completed movies are premiered during our last club meeting on August 3rd. Register today by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library or registering online.

Movie Night
Monday, July 31 – 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Cool off in the library with a movie! Popcorn and refreshments are provided. Families are asked to bring a canned good/non-perishable food item for donation to the Lewisburg Food Pantry. Register today by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library or registering online.

Play-K
Tuesdays & Thursdays, August 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17 – 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
A series of programs that allow children entering kindergarten to “play kindergarten” using activities and materials around themes that align with PA early learning standards. This program funded by the Cruise Into Kindergarten initiative with materials and curriculum provided by the Office of Commonwealth Libraries. Register today by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library or registering online.