Movie Theater Thursday-LEGO Movie
Middletown Public LibraryLEGO Movie (2014)- An average Lego figure is mistaken for a legendary adventurer, and joins a league of superheros in order to defeat a ruthless tyrant. Here is the Lego Movie trailer. Part of our weekly “Movie Theater Thursday” Summer Reading programing series.
Trivia Saturday
Every week of Summer Reading kids can answer literary trivia questions. The best part is we'll put the books with the answers on a special book cart in the Children's Section. New sheets each Saturday of Summer Reading. Completed trivia sheets earn you an extra ticket for a chance at prizes. And if you like one of the books you can put it on hold and take it home the following week.
Local Authors Discussion Group
Middletown Public LibraryThis discussion group is reading books by authors from right here in the Capital Region. It's a chance to read books by some local authors who will be visiting in library in the Fall. Mon. June 26 from 6-7:30pm- Edge of Death by John Benedict MD Mon. July 24 from 6-7:30pm- Under the Moon by Natalie J. Damschroder Mon. Aug. 28 from 6-7:30pm- The Newbie by Leta Hawk Then on Sat. Sept. 30 from 1 to 4 pm we host a local author panel, PA Q and A.
World-Class Wednesday- Inventions
MCSO Building W. Emaus Street, MiddletownROBOT – The mere mention of the word engages, enthralls, entices and excites children of all ages. In order to meet the 21st century challenge of an emphasis on STEM education (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), three-time Parents’ Choice Award-winning performer David Jack of SchoolAssemblies.net has created a fantastic new STEM/STEAM presentation, BOT! – The Secret World of Robots. This wholly unique show is the perfect combination of entertainment and education rarely found in STEM education. In keeping with David Jack’s company slogan “No Boring Assemblies!” BOT! is chock full of audience participation, humor and . . . Read More »
Movie Theater Thursday-Big Hero 6
Middletown Public LibraryBig Hero 6 (2014) A special friendship develops between a plus-sized inflatable robot Baymax, and prodigy Hiro Hamada, who team up with a group of friends to form a band of high-tech heroes. Here is the Big Hero 6 trailer. Part of our weekly “Movie Theater Thursday” Summer Reading programing series.
Family Game Night
Middletown Public LibraryBring all the kids down (children, teens, and parents) for a fun family game night at the library. We've got lots of fun games to try!
LEGO® Junior Maker Club
Middletown Public LibraryLEGO® Junior Maker Club! Make, tinker, build, and explore with LEGO®. The Junior Maker club encourages children and families to take a hands-on, minds-on approach to "making" with the use of LEGO® bricks while tying in a love for reading. Hope to see you there! Made possible by a donation to the library by LEGO® Systems, Inc. and the Association for Library Services to Children.
Wine, Wheels, & Beer Car Show
Vineyard at Hershey 598 Schoolhouse Road, MiddletownCentral PA Car Shows has teamed up with The Vineyard and Brewery at Hershey for Wine, Wheels, & Beer for a day of relaxation, music, food, and lots of car show fun. Proceeds benefit the Middletown Public Library. It is part of a larger anniversary celebration at the Vineyard. Admission to event is free. If your are interested in helping to sponsor this event, please contact Troy White at 717-443-4807. Open to all Cars, Trucks and Motorcycles.
Community Hero Blood Drive
The Library is hosting a Blood Drive. Walk-ins welcome! All donors receive a personal summer cooler and a FREE blood donor t-shirt. A form of ID is required to donate. For more information 1-800-771-0059 or 717giveblood.org. Blood Drive is run by the Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank.
Book vs. Movie Discussion Group
Middletown Public LibraryThis summer we are having a monthly Discussion Group which will look at some of your favorite books/movies and discuss which one is superior! Thurs. June 15 from 6-7:30 pm- Miss Peregrine's House of Peculiar Children Thurs. July 13 from 6-7:30 pm- The Zookeeper's Wife Thurs. Aug. 17 from 6-7:30 pm- The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo