Read • Talk • Sing • Play • Write
Parents and caregivers are a child’s first and best
teachers.
Online WEEKLY GUIDES from the Adams County library
help your child develop literacy skills, engage your child, and enhance the bonds
between you.
Storytimes support Pennsylvania Early Learning
Standards.
Adams County Library System
140 Baltimore St.
Gettysburg
adamslibrary.org
CVSD SPORTS & COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
The NOHS Colonial Learning Center is open 2:30-3:30 pm for grades 9-12. The center provides a quiet space for students to study, work on projects, complete homework, or get assistance from a tutor.
“Imagine Your Story”
Release your inner Storyteller by reading for prizes, completing activities, and attending exciting programs. Incentives include food coupons, sporting tickets and more!
Available at all library branches.
All ages
May 30th – August 9th
Check out packed events calendars at adamslibrary.org/events
Adams County Library System
140 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg
717-334-5716
adamslibrary.org
Courtesy of PickYourOwn.org
Click here for details and directions to the farms and orchards in Adams County offering opportunities to pick-your-own fruit and veggies. Contact farmers before you go!
Price varies.
Animal Clubs
A 4-H animal club is a club that focuses solely on one specific animal instead of projects. Members without animals are still able to participate in an animal club by completing an animal-less project. Includes: Beef Club, Dairy Beef/Dairy Club, Goat Club, Horse Club, Poultry Club, Rabbit & Cavy Club, Sheep Club, Swine Club, Dog, Seeing Eye Puppy
Visit the 4-H Animal Club website for full details, or phone Carolyn McGraw, 717-334-6271.
Community Clubs
Community Clubs do not focus on one specific project, they offer several different projects members can choose from. There is something for everyone.
Clubs are in New Oxford, Upper Adams, and York Springs
Visit the 4-H Community Club website for full details, or phone Trudy Gladhill at 717-334-6271.
Special Interest Clubs
Special Interest clubs focus on one specific project. Includes Craft Club, Teen Senate Club, East Berlin Shooting Sports, and Littlestown Shooting Sports
Visit the 4-H Special Interest Club website for full details, or phone Trudy Gladhill at 717-334-6271.
Check website and facebook for additional opportunities
Adams County 4-H, Penn State Extension
670 Old Harrisburg Road, Suite 204
Gettysburg, PA
Cub Scout Packs, grade K-5
Cub Scouting is fun for the whole family. In Scouting, boys and girls start with their best right now selves and grow into their very best future selves. It’s fun, hands-on learning and achievement that puts kids in the middle of the action and prepares them for today – and for life.
BSA Scouts, youth 11-17
Scouts BSA is the traditional Scouting experience for youth in the fifth grade through high school. Service, community engagement and leadership development become increasingly important parts of the program as youth lead their own activities and work their way toward earning Scouting’s highest rank, Eagle Scout. NOTE: Beginning in February 2019, this program is transitioning to include both young men and young women.
Venturing – Co-ed 14-20
Explore passions, make friends, discover the world. You’re always looking for an adventure. Rappelling a cliff. Perfecting your shot. Designing a robot. Kayaking into the sunset. Exploring your faith. Volunteering at an animal shelter. The choice is yours! Venturing is youth-led and youth-inspired. You’ll acquire life skills and gain experiences while having a blast.
SUMMER CAMPS are available for Cubs and BSA Scouts. Financial assistance available.
For more information visit Battlefield District, New Birth of Freedom Council, BSA
Christopher Lontz, Director
christopher.lontz@scouting.org, (717) 827-4569
122 N. Peter Street, New Oxford
(717) 624-2182
Visit the New Oxford Library’s CHILDREN’S EVENTS CALENDAR and TEEN EVENTS CALENDAR for special events and weekly activities including:
For Children
BABIES & BOOKS TODDLER TIME • PRESCHOOL PARTY • KNIT & CROCHET FOR HOMESCHOOLERS • ARTS & CRAFTS STORYTIME • BLOCK PARTY • ELEMENTARY ADVENTURES • STEM STORYTIME • LEGO AT THE LIBRARY
For Teens
TEEN TAKEOVER • KNIT & CROCHET FOR HOMESCHOOLERS
A free program that encourages reading and physical outdoor activity during the summer months. ‘Find Your Story’ helps you explore a variety of stories and introduces you to folk tales, mythology, and fantasy.
Follow clues to find fifteen wooden marker posts with themed etchings attached that have been hidden in Adams County parks and trails. When you find a post, use a crayon or pencil to rub the etching on the rubbing sheet. It proves you found it and is your key to winning some great prizes!
Get the official guide, including the rubbings sheet, at Adams County libraries and at goadams.org
May 30-August 9th
For additional information visit goadams.org and GO Adams! on Facebook
Adams County Library System
140 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA
717-334-5716
adamslibrary.org
Special needs activities geared toward ages 16 and older.
Allows parents & caregivers free time from 6-8 pm every Saturday.
Snacks, crafts, games, Bible lesson, and social interaction.
Please call ahead so we know how many to plan for.
Free, but please pre-register
717-398-8327. brandyicrago@gmail.com
Shining Stars Therapeutic Ministries
Freedom Valley Church
3185 York Rd, Gettysburg
Ages 15 and under.
All participants must wear bowling shoes. Term and conditions apply.
For details and registration visit KidsBowlFree.com
Hanover Bowling Center, 1630 Broadway, Hanover
Shoe rental available
(717) 632-2695
South Hanover Lanes, 1767 Baltimore Pike, Hanover
Shoe rental available
(717) 637-2672
