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Events in May 2025

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April 27, 2025
April 28, 2025(2 events)

6:00 pm: Author Meet and Greet with Sheila Petre

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April 28, 2025

Meet and greet with local author and editor, Sheila Petre
Commonplace Liturgies, Vol. 2: Prayers for the Lord's Day

In this slim, pocket-sized book, you'll find 15 short liturgies to accompany your Lord's Day practices. Written by Sheila Petre, each prayer is directed toward the ordinary events of an average Sunday -- running late to church, sharing lunch with friends, or getting up early to prepare for the day ahead. Pray them in the pockets of your day, intentionally hallowing the simple, complex, joyful, or hard moments that accompany it.

Small enough to fit in your pocket or purse and use in-the-moment, the prayers in this book can be used individually or offered in a communal setting.

Included in the 15 prayers of this book:

  • Liturgy for Cleaning the Meetinghouse
  • Song for Waking Early on Sunday Morning
  • Prayer for Peace When We’re Running Late to Church
  • Prayer as We Gather for Worship
  • Words Before Teaching a Children’s Sunday School Class
  • Psalm for Sitting Alone in Church
  • Liturgy for When Our Congregation Is Troubled
  • ...and more

Details:
Dimensions: 5"x7"
Uncoated, ivory interior pages
Original artwork by Aneta Koehn
Silk touch, forest green cover with gold foiling, illustration by Jessi Blunier
  - daughters-of-promise.org

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!

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April 28, 2025

Join us for an engaging and educational evening at our weekly Chess Club! Held every Monday 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.

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!

Please bring your own chess board if you have one, or use the boards provided by 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..
April 29, 2025
April 30, 2025(3 events)

10:30 am: Preschool Storytime


April 30, 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 timenursery rhymes clipart 10 free Cliparts | Download images on Clipground ...

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!

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April 30, 2025

Join us for an engaging and educational evening at our weekly Chess Club! Held every Monday 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.

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!

Please bring your own chess board if you have one, or use the boards provided by 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

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April 30, 2025

Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM!
For beginners and those that love crochet!  Come learn to crochet 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.com

watercolor drawing. a ball of wool and a crochet hook. needlework ...
May 1, 2025
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May 3, 2025
May 4, 2025
May 5, 2025(1 event)

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!

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May 5, 2025

Join us for an engaging and educational evening at our weekly Chess Club! Held every Monday 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.

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!

Please bring your own chess board if you have one, or use the boards provided by 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..
May 6, 2025
May 7, 2025(3 events)

10:30 am: Preschool Storytime


May 7, 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 timenursery rhymes clipart 10 free Cliparts | Download images on Clipground ...

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!

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May 7, 2025

Join us for an engaging and educational evening at our weekly Chess Club! Held every Monday 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.

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!

Please bring your own chess board if you have one, or use the boards provided by 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

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May 7, 2025

Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM!
For beginners and those that love crochet!  Come learn to crochet 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.com

watercolor drawing. a ball of wool and a crochet hook. needlework ...
May 8, 2025
May 9, 2025(1 event)

7:00 pm: Fendrick Library Book Group

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May 9, 2025

The Music of Bees by Eileen Garvin

The Music of Bees follows three lonely strangers in a rural Oregon town, each working through grief and life’s curveballs, who are brought together by happenstance on a local honeybee farm where they find surprising friendship, healing–and maybe even a second chance–just when they least expect it.

Beautifully moving, warm, and uplifting, The Music of Bees is about the power of friendship, compassion in the face of loss, and finding the courage to start over (at any age) when things don’t turn out the way you expect.

-eileengarvin.com
May 10, 2025(2 events)

9:00 am: Chess for All Ages at Mercersburg Spring Fest

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May 10, 2025

Look for the Mercersburg Chess Club at Spring Fest!
Come play, learn, and explore the exciting world of chess with us. We’ll provide tables, chairs, chess boards, clocks, and plenty of enthusiasm! Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, our volunteer chess coaches will be there to teach, play, and share their love for chess. Don't miss the fun—see you at the Spring Fest!

Little Kid Play Chess in Park. Child Boy Playing Board Game Outdoor ...

9:00 am: USED BOOK SALE- Mercersburg Spring Fest

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May 10, 2025 

International Literacy Day,Books,Flowers PNG Clipart - Royalty Free SVG ...Used Book Sale at the Fendrick Library held during the annual Mercersburg Spring Fest
May 10, 2025 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm     
Rain or Shine, browse a huge used book selection indoors at the Fendrick Library!  All books at the sale are donated by generous community members! Great prices and many genres to choose from: biographies, novels, classic literature, cookbooks, children's, young adult, health, recreation, religion, history, priced at $1.00 hardbacks and $.50 paperbacks.  Browse a special table of ART, VINTAGE and COLLECTIBLE books, minimum donation is set at $10 per book.
FREE Magazines and much more! All proceeds benefit the Fendrick Library, thank you for your continued support!
May 11, 2025
May 12, 2025(2 events)

All day: USED BOOK SALE!!!

All day
May 12, 2025 

International Literacy Day,Books,Flowers PNG Clipart - Royalty Free SVG ...Used Book Sale at the Fendrick Library during normal library hours. Browse a huge used book selection indoors at the Fendrick Library!  All books at the sale are donated by generous community members! Great prices and many genres to choose from: biographies, novels, classic literature, cookbooks, children's, young adult, health, recreation, religion, history, priced at $1.00 hardbacks and $.50 paperbacks.  Browse a special table of ART, VINTAGE and COLLECTIBLE books, minimum donation is set at $10 per book.
FREE Magazines and much more! All proceeds benefit the Fendrick Library, thank you for your continued support!

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!

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May 12, 2025

Join us for an engaging and educational evening at our weekly Chess Club! Held every Monday 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.

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!

Please bring your own chess board if you have one, or use the boards provided by 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..
May 13, 2025
May 14, 2025(4 events)

All day: USED BOOK SALE!!!

All day
May 14, 2025 

International Literacy Day,Books,Flowers PNG Clipart - Royalty Free SVG ...Used Book Sale at the Fendrick Library during normal library hours. Browse a huge used book selection indoors at the Fendrick Library!  All books at the sale are donated by generous community members! Great prices and many genres to choose from: biographies, novels, classic literature, cookbooks, children's, young adult, health, recreation, religion, history, priced at $1.00 hardbacks and $.50 paperbacks.  Browse a special table of ART, VINTAGE and COLLECTIBLE books, minimum donation is set at $10 per book.
FREE Magazines and much more! All proceeds benefit the Fendrick Library, thank you for your continued support!

10:30 am: Preschool Storytime


May 14, 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 timenursery rhymes clipart 10 free Cliparts | Download images on Clipground ...

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!

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May 14, 2025

Join us for an engaging and educational evening at our weekly Chess Club! Held every Monday 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.

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!

Please bring your own chess board if you have one, or use the boards provided by 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

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May 14, 2025

Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM!
For beginners and those that love crochet!  Come learn to crochet 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.com

watercolor drawing. a ball of wool and a crochet hook. needlework ...
May 15, 2025
May 16, 2025(1 event)

All day: USED BOOK SALE!!!

All day
May 16, 2025 

International Literacy Day,Books,Flowers PNG Clipart - Royalty Free SVG ...Used Book Sale at the Fendrick Library during normal library hours. Browse a huge used book selection indoors at the Fendrick Library!  All books at the sale are donated by generous community members! Great prices and many genres to choose from: biographies, novels, classic literature, cookbooks, children's, young adult, health, recreation, religion, history, priced at $1.00 hardbacks and $.50 paperbacks.  Browse a special table of ART, VINTAGE and COLLECTIBLE books, minimum donation is set at $10 per book.
FREE Magazines and much more! All proceeds benefit the Fendrick Library, thank you for your continued support!
May 17, 2025
May 18, 2025
May 19, 2025(3 events)

All day: USED BOOK SALE!!!

All day
May 19, 2025 

International Literacy Day,Books,Flowers PNG Clipart - Royalty Free SVG ...Used Book Sale at the Fendrick Library during normal library hours. Browse a huge used book selection indoors at the Fendrick Library!  All books at the sale are donated by generous community members! Great prices and many genres to choose from: biographies, novels, classic literature, cookbooks, children's, young adult, health, recreation, religion, history, priced at $1.00 hardbacks and $.50 paperbacks.  Browse a special table of ART, VINTAGE and COLLECTIBLE books, minimum donation is set at $10 per book.
FREE Magazines and much more! All proceeds benefit the Fendrick Library, thank you for your continued support!

6:00 pm: Chess for All Ages!

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May 19, 2025

Join us for an engaging and educational evening at our weekly Chess Club! Held every Monday 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.

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!

Please bring your own chess board if you have one, or use the boards provided by 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: Fendrick Library Monday Lecture Series: Introduction to the Appalachian Dulcimer

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May 19, 2025

Fendrick Library Monday Lecture Series:
Dulcimer Images - ClipArt Best
Introduction to the Appalachian Dulcimer
May 19th 6:30 pm
presented by Chuck Holland
Learn the history, try a dulcimer, enjoy its beautiful sound, and relax with refreshments.
May 20, 2025
May 21, 2025(4 events)

All day: USED BOOK SALE!!!

All day
May 21, 2025 

International Literacy Day,Books,Flowers PNG Clipart - Royalty Free SVG ...Used Book Sale at the Fendrick Library during normal library hours. Browse a huge used book selection indoors at the Fendrick Library!  All books at the sale are donated by generous community members! Great prices and many genres to choose from: biographies, novels, classic literature, cookbooks, children's, young adult, health, recreation, religion, history, priced at $1.00 hardbacks and $.50 paperbacks.  Browse a special table of ART, VINTAGE and COLLECTIBLE books, minimum donation is set at $10 per book.
FREE Magazines and much more! All proceeds benefit the Fendrick Library, thank you for your continued support!

10:30 am: Preschool Storytime


May 21, 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 timenursery rhymes clipart 10 free Cliparts | Download images on Clipground ...

6:00 pm: Crochet Class

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May 21, 2025

Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM!
For beginners and those that love crochet!  Come learn to crochet 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.com

watercolor drawing. a ball of wool and a crochet hook. needlework ...

6:00 pm: Summer Chess Club for All Ages!

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May 21, 2025

CrystalCommerce Home - CrystalCommerce

Join Our Weekly Chess Club for All Ages!

Unplug from screens and immerse yourself in the timeless game of strategy and skill—chess! Under the expert guidance of Neil Coleman and Jef Savage, participants of all ages will have the opportunity to enhance their abilities, learn new strategies, and enjoy friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, our club is a welcoming and supportive space for everyone.

Why Chess?

  • Chess is a fantastic way for kids and adults alike to step away from phones and tablets and enjoy meaningful, social interactions.
  • The game sharpens concentration, enhances pattern recognition, and strengthens problem-solving skills.
  • It offers valuable lessons in risk and reward—every calculated move carries the potential for victory or surprise challenges.
  • Chess is renowned for helping preserve memory and cognitive abilities, making it beneficial for players of all generations.
  • It teaches an essential life lesson: success is built by accumulating small, consistent advantages—a secret to both chess and life!

Schedule Our chess club meets every Monday during the summer from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and every Wednesday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  Bring your own chess board or feel free to use the ones provided by the library.  Join us in the cool comfort of the library to make new friends and experience the excitement of chess. We can’t wait to see you there!

 
May 22, 2025
May 23, 2025(1 event)

All day: USED BOOK SALE!!!

All day
May 23, 2025 

International Literacy Day,Books,Flowers PNG Clipart - Royalty Free SVG ...Used Book Sale at the Fendrick Library during normal library hours. Browse a huge used book selection indoors at the Fendrick Library!  All books at the sale are donated by generous community members! Great prices and many genres to choose from: biographies, novels, classic literature, cookbooks, children's, young adult, health, recreation, religion, history, priced at $1.00 hardbacks and $.50 paperbacks.  Browse a special table of ART, VINTAGE and COLLECTIBLE books, minimum donation is set at $10 per book.
FREE Magazines and much more! All proceeds benefit the Fendrick Library, thank you for your continued support!
May 24, 2025
May 25, 2025
May 26, 2025(1 event)

All day: CLOSED- Memorial Day!

All day
May 26, 2025

May 27, 2025
May 28, 2025(3 events)

10:30 am: Preschool Storytime


May 28, 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 timenursery rhymes clipart 10 free Cliparts | Download images on Clipground ...

6:00 pm: Summer Chess Club for All Ages!

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May 28, 2025

CrystalCommerce Home - CrystalCommerce

Join Our Weekly Chess Club for All Ages!

Unplug from screens and immerse yourself in the timeless game of strategy and skill—chess! Under the expert guidance of Neil Coleman and Jef Savage, participants of all ages will have the opportunity to enhance their abilities, learn new strategies, and enjoy friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, our club is a welcoming and supportive space for everyone.

Why Chess?

  • Chess is a fantastic way for kids and adults alike to step away from phones and tablets and enjoy meaningful, social interactions.
  • The game sharpens concentration, enhances pattern recognition, and strengthens problem-solving skills.
  • It offers valuable lessons in risk and reward—every calculated move carries the potential for victory or surprise challenges.
  • Chess is renowned for helping preserve memory and cognitive abilities, making it beneficial for players of all generations.
  • It teaches an essential life lesson: success is built by accumulating small, consistent advantages—a secret to both chess and life!

Schedule Our chess club meets every Monday during the summer from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and every Wednesday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  Bring your own chess board or feel free to use the ones provided by the library.  Join us in the cool comfort of the library to make new friends and experience the excitement of chess. We can’t wait to see you there!

 

6:30 pm: Healthy Eating Adventure with Dr. Elizabeth George and Chef Nick Iula


May 28, 2025

Special guests Dr. Elizabeth George and Chef Nick Iula will present their new book Healthy Eating Adventure; The Science, Success Stories, and Recipes For a Plant-Based Life Style.  The evening will include a book talk, Q & A, book signing and sample desserts.  For more information please click the link below or contact the library at 717-328-9233.
Bring a friend!

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