Dillsburg Area Public Library

Dillsburg Area Public Library The Dillsburg Area Public Library has been serving northern York County, PA since 1953.

Mission Statement-Dillsburg Area Public Library

The Dillsburg Area Public Library exists to provide free access to informational, recreational, research, and lifelong educational resources for people of all ages, races, national origins, and interests who reside within its Northern York County service area. Along with a strong commitment to meeting public needs through the provision of the best p

ossible library services able to be supported by the community, the Dillsburg Area Public Library seeks to promote literacy, encourage pre-school reading, support programs within the schools, and respond to cultural needs through its programs and services.

Dillsburg Library Happenings: August 31 – September 5, 2026As we look forward to the fall season ahead, we have a wonder...
08/30/2026

Dillsburg Library Happenings: August 31 – September 5, 2026

As we look forward to the fall season ahead, we have a wonderful week of programs planned for the whole family!

Raffle Baskets & Reminders
Starting Monday, August 31st, raffle basket tickets are officially on sale at the front desk! We have three fantastic themed baskets this year: Taylor Swift Themed, WWII Historical Fiction, and Family Night. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5 (must be 18+ to enter), and sales run through the end of our Fall Used Book Sale on September 26th, when winners will be drawn. As a reminder, the library will be closed on Monday, September 7th for Labor Day, and Saturday, September 12th is the final day to drop off used book donations.

This Week's Programs

Tuesday, September 1st
•2:00 PM: Song & History with Avellina Balestri

Wednesday, September 2nd
•6:00 PM: Booktroverts: Teen Book Club
•6:30 PM: Stitchin’ Time at the Library

Thursday, September 3rd
•2:00 PM: LEGO® Club

Saturday, September 5th
•1:00 PM: Scissors and Glue: A Collage Collective

Whether you are dropping off a box of books, stopping by for an afternoon program, or finding a quiet corner to read, we look forward to seeing you this week.

Have a wonderful week, neighbors!

Now that the kids are settled back into school and fall is just around the corner, it is a wonderful time to clear some ...
08/29/2026

Now that the kids are settled back into school and fall is just around the corner, it is a wonderful time to clear some space on the shelves! 🍂

We have just two weeks left to collect donations for our upcoming Fall Used Book Sale. We are happily accepting gently used books, puzzles, board games, DVDs, and audiobooks through Saturday, September 12th (or until our storage space fills up). Please bring your donations inside to the front desk during our regular library hours so our staff can tuck them away safely.

Be sure to mark your calendar for the sale itself! We will open early at 9:00 AM on Saturday, September 19th, continue all week during regular library hours, and wrap up with our $5 Fill-a-Bag Day on Saturday, September 26th.

Thank you so much for thinking of us and for always being such a supportive part of our library family. 💛

It has been a wonderful summer around the library! Here is a small peek at what our staff enjoyed doing over the sunny m...
08/28/2026

It has been a wonderful summer around the library! Here is a small peek at what our staff enjoyed doing over the sunny months.

08/27/2026

Join us September 3 at 6:00 PM for next LEGO® Club! Check out August's Unearth a Story (or even better, a LEGO® build) masterpieces!

A quick update on our next Booktroverts teen book club meetup!We know copies of The Silent Patient were tough to track d...
08/26/2026

A quick update on our next Booktroverts teen book club meetup!

We know copies of The Silent Patient were tough to track down, and with school starting back up, life is already busy enough. So, we are switching gears for September: read any Teen, YA, or Children’s book you’d like!

Bonus points (just for fun!) if you pick something outside of your usual favorite genre.

Join Us!
Booktroverts is a relaxed space just for teens to hang out, share their honest thoughts, and talk books with other readers.

Come pull up a chair with us on Wednesday, September 2 at 6:00 PM at the library. Bring a friend, tell us what you've been reading lately, or just come listen and enjoy some snacks!

Pull up a chair with us on Wednesday, September 2 at 6:00 PM at the library. Bring a friend, grab a seat, and share your theories. Or just come listen in and enjoy snacks.

September Happenings at Dillsburg Area Public Library!🍂Just a reminder that we will be closed on Monday, September 7, fo...
08/25/2026

September Happenings at Dillsburg Area Public Library!🍂

Just a reminder that we will be closed on Monday, September 7, for Labor Day!

Here are a few big dates to keep in mind this month:

•Book Donations: Clearing off your shelves? We are accepting gently used books, DVDs, and puzzles through Saturday, Sept 12 (or until storage fills up)!

•Fall Used Book Sale (Sept 19–26): Stock up for the season! We open early at 9:00 AM on Saturday, Sept 19, and wrap up with our popular $5 Fill-a-Bag Day on Sept 26. Cash, checks, and cards are welcome.

•Summer Lawn Concert & Food Trucks (Friday, Sept 11): Food trucks open at 4:30 PM across the street, and local favorites Hopeless Semantics play on the lawn from 5:00 to 7:30 PM. Free admission—bring your lawn chairs!

•Storytime Returns: Miss Sue is back with Preschool Storytime on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM starting Sept 15, and Baby & Toddler Storytime on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 AM starting Sept 16.

https://www.yorklibraries.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/DIL-September-2026-Newsletter.pdf

Please exercise caution when navigating our parking lot. One of our pine trees is leaning. Until it is removed the area ...
08/25/2026

Please exercise caution when navigating our parking lot. One of our pine trees is leaning. Until it is removed the area will remained coned off.

Please do not enter this area and watch children when in the lot.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

Behind every well-known historical event, there are countless fascinating, quiet stories just waiting to be uncovered.Au...
08/24/2026

Behind every well-known historical event, there are countless fascinating, quiet stories just waiting to be uncovered.

Author, historian, and musician Avellina Balestri is visiting the library to shine a light on some of the lesser-known perspectives of the American Revolution; from the human side of the Saratoga Campaign of 1777 to the complex questions of faith and community during wartime.

Rather than an ordinary lecture, Avellina will bring the 18th century to life with:
Live acoustic performances of authentic period songs 🎶
Selected readings from her historical fiction series, All Ye That Pass By 📖
A relaxed Q&A exploring these unique regional and personal histories

•When: Tuesday, September 1 at 2:00 PM
•Where: Dillsburg Area Public Library

This program is free to attend, and all are welcome. It’s a wonderful afternoon outing if you enjoy local history, great storytelling, or traditional music. We would love to see you there!

Dillsburg Library Happenings: August 24 – 29, 2026With SummerQuest wrapped up and the new school year kicking off, we ar...
08/23/2026

Dillsburg Library Happenings: August 24 – 29, 2026

With SummerQuest wrapped up and the new school year kicking off, we are settling into a quieter, relaxing week here at the library!

Fall Used Book Sale Prep & Donations! 📚
As we get ready for our upcoming Fall Used Book Sale, we are currently accepting donations at the library through September 12th. If you’ve been clearing off your shelves or sorting through summer reads, we would love to give your gently used books, audiobooks, DVDs, puzzles, and board games a new home!

This Week's Programs

Wednesday, August 26th
•6:00 PM: *Kids Craft Night (Registration is required so we have enough supplies—reserve a spot online at events.yorklibraries.org!)

•6:30 PM: Stitchin’ Time at the Library (Bring your current yarn or sewing project for a quiet evening of crafting and conversation.)

Whether you're stopping by to drop off a few book donations or grabbing a quiet read to unwind from back-to-school season, we always love seeing you.

As always, we like to leave our last Thank You for the person who deserves it the most, Miss Sue.For our patrons, summer...
08/23/2026

As always, we like to leave our last Thank You for the person who deserves it the most, Miss Sue.

For our patrons, summer reading and all its programs start June 1st, but for Miss Sue, the dedication never truly stops. In fact, planning for the next year's summer reading starts about a month after the current one ends! Even while running her regular fall, winter, and spring story times, LEGO®, and Coding Clubs, she spends hours preparing in the background to ensure our young patrons will have a fantastic summer.

Then, when summer reading finally begins, her days may start at sunrise to hide dinos for a hunt and last well past midnight making sure stuffies have a great sleepover. All of those early mornings and late nights are fueled by her dedication to making the library a special place where a lifelong love of reading and learning begins. That is exactly why our SummerQuests here at the Dillsburg Area Public Library are such massive successes.

On behalf of the staff, patrons, and visitors, thank you, Miss Sue, for making this summer Roar-some!

Address

204 Mumper Lane
Dillsburg, PA
17019

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

(717) 432-5613

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