Teen Programs
Speed Date With a Book
Middletown Public LibraryLet us introduce you to 11 of our favorite genres round-robin, speed-dating style! The featured genres are: Mystery, Fiction to Film, Action/Adventure, Christian Fiction, Amish Fiction, Non-Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy/Paranormal Romance, Juvenile Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, and Local Authors. Enjoy some light refreshments and get the buzz on a selection of our hottest books.
Summer Reading Kick Off
Help us Kick-off our Universe of Stories Summer Reading program. Children, Teens and Adults, can all sign up Summer Reading and win cool prizes. Games, Prizes, FUN, FUN, FUN! Special appearance by Rascal the mascot of the Harrisburg Senators (From 10-11am). Special performance by Kevin Koa- rock/pop/acoustic musician (Starts 11am). Special appearance by the Central PA Heroes Coalition (arriving 11am).
STEM Club
Middletown Public LibrarySTEM meets Mondays from 4-6:30 pm in the Children's section. Join us weekly to explore robotics and science. Build, Design, and Learn in a fun, family atmosphere. Teen STEM with an emphasis on more in-depth learning of the STEM areas and applying the knowledge meets Tuesdays from 4:30-5:30 pm in the Assembly Room.
Library Scavenger Hunt
Join us for a fun scavenger hunt that will take you all over the library. Complete all the challenges for a chance to win prizes! Registration is required. (Ages 6+) To sign up call 717-944-6412 or sign up at the front desk.
Local Author Event
Several local authors will speak about a variety of topics. There will be a question and answer period with each of the authors. The authors will be selling and signing their books. The authors are: Nicole Zoltack, author of romance and fantasy novels Natalie Damschroder, author of romantic adventures "The Color of Courage," and "Aftershocks." Leta Hawk, author of YA novels "School Spirit" and 'The Newbie" Misty Simon, author of mysteries "Desperately Seeking Salvage" and "Poison Ivy," and romance "What's Life Without Sprinkles?" Margaret Houser, author of autobiographical "He is Her Friend,"about her and her . . . Read More »
Pringles Taste Test (ages 6-17)
Join us for the Great Pringles Taste Test! You’ll be asked to taste, guess and rate several different Pringles flavors. Registration is required. (Ages 6-17) Sign up starts two weeks before event call 717-944-6412 or sign up at the front desk.
Cookie Decorating Contest (ages 6-17)
Celebrate the season by decorating gingerbread cookies! Decorated cookies will be judged and prizes will be given! (Ages 6-17) Registration is required. Call 717-944-6412 or sign up at the front desk.
Paint by Stickers (for ages 5+)
Just like paint by numbers, you can create your own art using stickers! Images for children and adults will be available so the whole family can participate. Registration required. Call 717-944-6412 or sign up at the front desk.
Spring Tea
FREE Spring Tea and snacks. Featuring a performance by the Stone Soup String Band of traditional folk music. Some local authors will also be attending Natalie Damschroder, Leta Hawk, Misty Simon, and Margaret Houser.