Stories and Sidewalk Chalk
Middletown Public LibraryChildren up to age 6 (with their favorite adult) are welcome to join us for an outdoor storytime followed by time to decorate the sidewalk in front of the library with sidewalk chalk. In case of rain, we'll move the fun indoors.
Labor Day- CLOSED
We will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2rd in observance of the Labor Day holiday. We will reopen Tuesday, Sept. 3th at 9:30 am.
Book Club
Members of the Book Club meet monthly to discuss a variety of chosen books. New members are always welcome and registration is not required. If you’d like to reserve a copy of one of the selections please ask a staff member at the front desk. 2019 Sep. - Potluck and presentation by local author John Benedict Oct. - Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance Nov. - The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman Dec. - The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding by Agatha Christie 2020 Jan. - Drums, Girls and Dangerous Pie . . . Read More »
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.
Mystery Book Club
Join this monthly book discussion group! Members discuss books and participate in a variety of mystery-related activities. Registration is not required. 2019 Sep. On What Grounds by Cleo Coyle Oct. Grave Sight by Charlaine Harris Nov. Face of Deception by: Iris Johansen Dec. Santa Cruise by: Mary Higgins Clark 2020 Jan. Murder in G Minor by: Alexis Gordon Feb. The Black Opal by: Victoria Holt Mar. Southern Spirits by Angie Fox Apr. The Couple Next Door by: Shari Lapena May The Inspector and Mrs. Jeffries by: Emily Brightwell
Daytime Book Club
Come on out to our daytime Book Club! Members will meet monthly (the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 1pm) to discuss a variety of chosen books. New members are always welcome and registration is not required.
Teddy Bear Picnic
Bring your favorite teddy bear or other stuffed friend to a special picnic and storytime at the library! We’ll have stories, snacks and a fun picnic game or two. Registration is required. To sign up call 717-944-6412 or sign up at the front desk.
Pumpkin Painting Party
Paint a pumpkin at the library! 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 »
Halloween Storytime
You're invited to a Halloween Family Storytime and Costume Party. Children are encouraged to wear their costumes. We'll read Halloween themed stories, create a fun craft project, and celebrate with snacks. Registration is required. To sign up call 717-944-6412 or sign up at the front desk.