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Events in November 2025

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October 26, 2025
October 27, 2025(1 event)

7 pm Mercersburg Halloween Parade: No Chess Club - Library is Closing at 5 pm

7 pm Mercersburg Halloween Parade
October 27, 2025

October 28, 2025
October 29, 2025(3 events)

10:30 am: Preschool Storytime


October 29, 2025

Join us for a storytime designed for children preschool ages as we share, grow, play and learn together through books and nursery rhymes.
* Stories
* Craft time
* Activities & Playtime
* Snack time15 Best Baby Animals Books That Will Melt Your Heart - Boost Your Baby

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!


October 29, 2025

Join the Mercersburg Chess Club for chess matches every Monday and Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fendrick Library, this club is open to all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced players. The Mercersburg Chess Club is hosted by Neil Coleman and Jef Savage.

Under the expert guidance of Neil Coleman, participants will have the opportunity to learn new strategies, improve their game, and enjoy friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting, this club offers a supportive and welcoming environment for everyone.

Our game evenings are great for kids and adults to put aside their blue screens on cell phones and tablets and have fun in a social setting. The game of chess improves concentration, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills, and teaches valuable lessons in risk and reward. Play a calculated but risky move, and it may lead to a quick win or a rapid loss. Chess is recognized as an activity that can help preserve memory and cognitive skills. It teaches all players an important lesson: Success comes from accumulating small advantages. It's one of the secrets of life!

Chess boards will be provided at the library. We look forward to seeing you there and making new friends over a game of chess!

For more information, contact the library at 717-328-9233

6:00 pm: Crochet Class


October 29, 2025

Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM!
For beginners and those that love crochet!  Come learn to crochet, make holiday projects as a group or bring a project along.  No fee to join the class.  If you would like individual instruction to get started, beginner crochet lessons are available for $10.
For more information e-mail kayeh928@gmail.comCrochet as you've never seen it before

October 30, 2025
October 31, 2025
November 1, 2025
November 2, 2025
November 3, 2025(3 events)

2:00 pm: Dulcimer Classes- registration required


November 3, 2025

Dulcimer Classes with instructor Chuck Holland
Registration Required

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!


November 3, 2025

Join the Mercersburg Chess Club for chess matches every Monday and Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fendrick Library, this club is open to all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced players. The Mercersburg Chess Club is hosted by Neil Coleman and Jef Savage.

Under the expert guidance of Neil Coleman, participants will have the opportunity to learn new strategies, improve their game, and enjoy friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting, this club offers a supportive and welcoming environment for everyone.

Our game evenings are great for kids and adults to put aside their blue screens on cell phones and tablets and have fun in a social setting. The game of chess improves concentration, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills, and teaches valuable lessons in risk and reward. Play a calculated but risky move, and it may lead to a quick win or a rapid loss. Chess is recognized as an activity that can help preserve memory and cognitive skills. It teaches all players an important lesson: Success comes from accumulating small advantages. It's one of the secrets of life!

Chess boards will be provided at the library. We look forward to seeing you there and making new friends over a game of chess!

For more information, contact the library at 717-328-9233

6:00 pm: Youth Book Club


November 3, 2025

Who:  Kids in grades 6-12
When:  November 3rd, 2025
Time: 6pm to 7pm
Where: Fendrick Library
Theme:  Mystery- Can be any kind of novel, story, comic, etc. that has some sort of mystery involved.
What:  During the book club meeting we will talk about what we read, what was the mystery? and we will play a murder mystery board game.

A snack will be provided.

November 4, 2025
November 5, 2025(3 events)

10:30 am: Preschool Storytime


November 5, 2025

Join us for a storytime designed for children preschool ages as we share, grow, play and learn together through books and nursery rhymes.
* Stories
* Craft time
* Activities & Playtime
* Snack time15 Best Baby Animals Books That Will Melt Your Heart - Boost Your Baby

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!


November 5, 2025

Join the Mercersburg Chess Club for chess matches every Monday and Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fendrick Library, this club is open to all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced players. The Mercersburg Chess Club is hosted by Neil Coleman and Jef Savage.

Under the expert guidance of Neil Coleman, participants will have the opportunity to learn new strategies, improve their game, and enjoy friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting, this club offers a supportive and welcoming environment for everyone.

Our game evenings are great for kids and adults to put aside their blue screens on cell phones and tablets and have fun in a social setting. The game of chess improves concentration, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills, and teaches valuable lessons in risk and reward. Play a calculated but risky move, and it may lead to a quick win or a rapid loss. Chess is recognized as an activity that can help preserve memory and cognitive skills. It teaches all players an important lesson: Success comes from accumulating small advantages. It's one of the secrets of life!

Chess boards will be provided at the library. We look forward to seeing you there and making new friends over a game of chess!

For more information, contact the library at 717-328-9233

6:00 pm: Crochet Class


November 5, 2025

Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM!
For beginners and those that love crochet!  Come learn to crochet, make holiday projects as a group or bring a project along.  No fee to join the class.  If you would like individual instruction to get started, beginner crochet lessons are available for $10.
For more information e-mail kayeh928@gmail.comCrochet as you've never seen it before

November 6, 2025
November 7, 2025(1 event)

6:00 pm: Puzzle Swap


November 7, 2025

Image result for Puzzles picturesJoin us for the Fendrick Library's 3rd Puzzle Swap! Bring your complete jigsaw puzzles, in original boxes with bagged pieces to swap.  If you do not have a puzzle to swap you may still join in the fun and take a puzzle home while supplies lasts.
You will have a chance to enjoy refreshments, while you talk with fellow puzzlers and browse the puzzles.  See you at our community swap!  Please call the library at 717-328-9233 for more information or questions regarding the swap!

 

November 8, 2025
November 9, 2025
November 10, 2025(2 events)

2:00 pm: Dulcimer Classes- registration required


November 10, 2025

Dulcimer Classes with instructor Chuck Holland
Registration Required

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!


November 10, 2025

Join the Mercersburg Chess Club for chess matches every Monday and Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fendrick Library, this club is open to all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced players. The Mercersburg Chess Club is hosted by Neil Coleman and Jef Savage.

Under the expert guidance of Neil Coleman, participants will have the opportunity to learn new strategies, improve their game, and enjoy friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting, this club offers a supportive and welcoming environment for everyone.

Our game evenings are great for kids and adults to put aside their blue screens on cell phones and tablets and have fun in a social setting. The game of chess improves concentration, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills, and teaches valuable lessons in risk and reward. Play a calculated but risky move, and it may lead to a quick win or a rapid loss. Chess is recognized as an activity that can help preserve memory and cognitive skills. It teaches all players an important lesson: Success comes from accumulating small advantages. It's one of the secrets of life!

Chess boards will be provided at the library. We look forward to seeing you there and making new friends over a game of chess!

For more information, contact the library at 717-328-9233

November 11, 2025
November 12, 2025(3 events)

10:30 am: Preschool Storytime


November 12, 2025

Join us for a storytime designed for children preschool ages as we share, grow, play and learn together through books and nursery rhymes.
* Stories
* Craft time
* Activities & Playtime
* Snack time15 Best Baby Animals Books That Will Melt Your Heart - Boost Your Baby

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!


November 12, 2025

Join the Mercersburg Chess Club for chess matches every Monday and Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fendrick Library, this club is open to all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced players. The Mercersburg Chess Club is hosted by Neil Coleman and Jef Savage.

Under the expert guidance of Neil Coleman, participants will have the opportunity to learn new strategies, improve their game, and enjoy friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting, this club offers a supportive and welcoming environment for everyone.

Our game evenings are great for kids and adults to put aside their blue screens on cell phones and tablets and have fun in a social setting. The game of chess improves concentration, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills, and teaches valuable lessons in risk and reward. Play a calculated but risky move, and it may lead to a quick win or a rapid loss. Chess is recognized as an activity that can help preserve memory and cognitive skills. It teaches all players an important lesson: Success comes from accumulating small advantages. It's one of the secrets of life!

Chess boards will be provided at the library. We look forward to seeing you there and making new friends over a game of chess!

For more information, contact the library at 717-328-9233

6:00 pm: Crochet Class


November 12, 2025

Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM!
For beginners and those that love crochet!  Come learn to crochet, make holiday projects as a group or bring a project along.  No fee to join the class.  If you would like individual instruction to get started, beginner crochet lessons are available for $10.
For more information e-mail kayeh928@gmail.comCrochet as you've never seen it before

November 13, 2025
November 14, 2025(1 event)

7:00 pm: Fendrick Library Book Group


November 14, 2025

Fendrick Library Book Group
Schedule for Books and Meetings – 2025/2026
Theme: This “Land” Is Whose Land?

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DATE,  TITLE,   AUTHOR,   MEETING PLACE
9/12/25   Children of the Land (2020), Marcelo Hernández Castillo, meet at the Fendrick Library
10/10/25 Joyland (2013), Stephen King, meet at the Fendrick Library
11/14/25 Correcting the Landscape (2006), Marjorie Kowalski Cole, meet at the Fendrick Library
12/12/25 Holiday gathering FREE READ & POTLUCK meet at Julie’s
1/9/26     This Land Is Our Land: immigrant’s manifesto (2019), an Suketu Mehta, meet at the Fendrick Library
2/13/26  Clap When You Land (2020), Elizabeth Acevedo, meet at the Fendrick Library
3/13/26  The Island of Missing Trees (2021), Elif Shafak, meet at the Fendrick Library
4/10/26  Abroad in Japan: Ten Years In The Land Of The Rising Sun (2023), Chris Broad, meet at the Fendrick Library
5/8/26    Treasure Island (1882), Robert Louis Stevenson, meet at the Fendrick Library
6/12/26  The Island of Sea Women (2019), Lisa See, Potluck meet at Julie's

November 15, 2025
November 16, 2025
November 17, 2025(3 events)

2:00 pm: Dulcimer Classes- registration required


November 17, 2025

Dulcimer Classes with instructor Chuck Holland
Registration Required

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!


November 17, 2025

Join the Mercersburg Chess Club for chess matches every Monday and Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fendrick Library, this club is open to all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced players. The Mercersburg Chess Club is hosted by Neil Coleman and Jef Savage.

Under the expert guidance of Neil Coleman, participants will have the opportunity to learn new strategies, improve their game, and enjoy friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting, this club offers a supportive and welcoming environment for everyone.

Our game evenings are great for kids and adults to put aside their blue screens on cell phones and tablets and have fun in a social setting. The game of chess improves concentration, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills, and teaches valuable lessons in risk and reward. Play a calculated but risky move, and it may lead to a quick win or a rapid loss. Chess is recognized as an activity that can help preserve memory and cognitive skills. It teaches all players an important lesson: Success comes from accumulating small advantages. It's one of the secrets of life!

Chess boards will be provided at the library. We look forward to seeing you there and making new friends over a game of chess!

For more information, contact the library at 717-328-9233

6:30 pm: Monday Night Lecture Series with James Taylor


November 17, 2025

Presenter, James Taylor will speak about Native American foods in preparation for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

November 18, 2025
November 19, 2025(3 events)

10:30 am: Preschool Storytime


November 19, 2025

Join us for a storytime designed for children preschool ages as we share, grow, play and learn together through books and nursery rhymes.
* Stories
* Craft time
* Activities & Playtime
* Snack time15 Best Baby Animals Books That Will Melt Your Heart - Boost Your Baby

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!


November 19, 2025

Join the Mercersburg Chess Club for chess matches every Monday and Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fendrick Library, this club is open to all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced players. The Mercersburg Chess Club is hosted by Neil Coleman and Jef Savage.

Under the expert guidance of Neil Coleman, participants will have the opportunity to learn new strategies, improve their game, and enjoy friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting, this club offers a supportive and welcoming environment for everyone.

Our game evenings are great for kids and adults to put aside their blue screens on cell phones and tablets and have fun in a social setting. The game of chess improves concentration, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills, and teaches valuable lessons in risk and reward. Play a calculated but risky move, and it may lead to a quick win or a rapid loss. Chess is recognized as an activity that can help preserve memory and cognitive skills. It teaches all players an important lesson: Success comes from accumulating small advantages. It's one of the secrets of life!

Chess boards will be provided at the library. We look forward to seeing you there and making new friends over a game of chess!

For more information, contact the library at 717-328-9233

6:00 pm: Crochet Class


November 19, 2025

Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM!
For beginners and those that love crochet!  Come learn to crochet, make holiday projects as a group or bring a project along.  No fee to join the class.  If you would like individual instruction to get started, beginner crochet lessons are available for $10.
For more information e-mail kayeh928@gmail.comCrochet as you've never seen it before

November 20, 2025
November 21, 2025
November 22, 2025
November 23, 2025
November 24, 2025(2 events)

2:00 pm: Dulcimer Classes- registration required


November 24, 2025

Dulcimer Classes with instructor Chuck Holland
Registration Required

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!


November 24, 2025

Join the Mercersburg Chess Club for chess matches every Monday and Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fendrick Library, this club is open to all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced players. The Mercersburg Chess Club is hosted by Neil Coleman and Jef Savage.

Under the expert guidance of Neil Coleman, participants will have the opportunity to learn new strategies, improve their game, and enjoy friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting, this club offers a supportive and welcoming environment for everyone.

Our game evenings are great for kids and adults to put aside their blue screens on cell phones and tablets and have fun in a social setting. The game of chess improves concentration, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills, and teaches valuable lessons in risk and reward. Play a calculated but risky move, and it may lead to a quick win or a rapid loss. Chess is recognized as an activity that can help preserve memory and cognitive skills. It teaches all players an important lesson: Success comes from accumulating small advantages. It's one of the secrets of life!

Chess boards will be provided at the library. We look forward to seeing you there and making new friends over a game of chess!

For more information, contact the library at 717-328-9233

November 25, 2025
November 26, 2025(1 event)

All day: CLOSED- Happy Holidays

All day
November 26, 2025

November 27, 2025
November 28, 2025(1 event)

All day: CLOSED- Happy Holidays

All day
November 28, 2025

November 29, 2025
November 30, 2025
December 1, 2025(2 events)

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!


December 1, 2025

Join the Mercersburg Chess Club for chess matches every Monday and Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fendrick Library, this club is open to all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced players. The Mercersburg Chess Club is hosted by Neil Coleman and Jef Savage.

Under the expert guidance of Neil Coleman, participants will have the opportunity to learn new strategies, improve their game, and enjoy friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting, this club offers a supportive and welcoming environment for everyone.

Our game evenings are great for kids and adults to put aside their blue screens on cell phones and tablets and have fun in a social setting. The game of chess improves concentration, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills, and teaches valuable lessons in risk and reward. Play a calculated but risky move, and it may lead to a quick win or a rapid loss. Chess is recognized as an activity that can help preserve memory and cognitive skills. It teaches all players an important lesson: Success comes from accumulating small advantages. It's one of the secrets of life!

Chess boards will be provided at the library. We look forward to seeing you there and making new friends over a game of chess!

For more information, contact the library at 717-328-9233

6:00 pm: Youth Book Club


December 1, 2025

Who:  Kids in grades 6-12
When:  The 1st Monday each month
Time: 6pm to 7pm
Where: Fendrick Library
Theme:  Different themes each month!  Choose your own book to read and discuss, it can be any kind of novel, story, comic, etc. that has some connection to the theme.
What:  Hosted by youth for youth!  During the book club meeting we will talk about what we read, play a game and enjoy snacks!

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December 2, 2025
December 3, 2025(3 events)

10:30 am: Preschool Storytime


December 3, 2025

Join us for a storytime designed for children preschool ages as we share, grow, play and learn together through books and nursery rhymes.
* Stories
* Craft time
* Activities & Playtime
* Snack time15 Best Baby Animals Books That Will Melt Your Heart - Boost Your Baby

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!


December 3, 2025

Join the Mercersburg Chess Club for chess matches every Monday and Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fendrick Library, this club is open to all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced players. The Mercersburg Chess Club is hosted by Neil Coleman and Jef Savage.

Under the expert guidance of Neil Coleman, participants will have the opportunity to learn new strategies, improve their game, and enjoy friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting, this club offers a supportive and welcoming environment for everyone.

Our game evenings are great for kids and adults to put aside their blue screens on cell phones and tablets and have fun in a social setting. The game of chess improves concentration, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills, and teaches valuable lessons in risk and reward. Play a calculated but risky move, and it may lead to a quick win or a rapid loss. Chess is recognized as an activity that can help preserve memory and cognitive skills. It teaches all players an important lesson: Success comes from accumulating small advantages. It's one of the secrets of life!

Chess boards will be provided at the library. We look forward to seeing you there and making new friends over a game of chess!

For more information, contact the library at 717-328-9233

6:00 pm: Crochet Class


December 3, 2025

Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM!
For beginners and those that love crochet!  Come learn to crochet, make holiday projects as a group or bring a project along.  No fee to join the class.  If you would like individual instruction to get started, beginner crochet lessons are available for $10.
For more information e-mail kayeh928@gmail.comCrochet as you've never seen it before

December 4, 2025
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December 6, 2025