Dauphin County Library System

08/30/2026

Summer is ending, and it’s time to transplant your garden joy from outdoors to inside. Join us at Love Memorial Library to paint beautiful ceramics and introduce an autumnal accent to your home.

September Project: Mushroom Houses

Program runs from 4:30pm – 6:00pm. Visit https://buff.ly/GDz2xQ0 to register.

08/29/2026

Whether you can whip up a sweater in a day or you don’t know a knitting needle from a crochet hook, Knit One, Crochet Too! is for you.

Gather your supplies and join us for a day of learning and conversation at Alexander Family Library on September 29th.

Program runs from 5:30pm - 6:30pm. Visit https://buff.ly/QvjGNVK to register.

08/28/2026

Come and join us in celebrating Madeline L. Olewine Memorial Library's 20th Anniversary!

On September 12th, we'll celebrate 20 years of service and community at Madeline L. Olewine Memorial Library. Join us for games, activities, crafts, and much more to mark this milestone!

The event is open to all and runs from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00pm. Parking is available at Goodwin Memorial Baptist Church.

08/27/2026

Join us at Northern Dauphin Library on September 29th for Medicare 101!

This seminar by PA MEDI provides an overview of Medicare. Medicare Parts A, B, C, & D will be reviewed along with comparisons between Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement Plans. Enrollment timeframes and programs that are available to help beneficiaries save money will also be reviewed.

PA MEDI is a State Health Insurance Assistance Program that provides free Medicare counseling for people in Pennsylvania. PA MEDI counselors are specially trained to answer questions and provide objective, unbiased, easy-to-understand information about Medicare options.

Program runs from 5:30pm – 6:30pm. Visit https://dcls.libcal.com/event/17139306 to register.

08/27/2026

Let's get crafty!

Join us on September 24th and channel your inner artist into a crafty project each month at Madeline L. Olewine Memorial Library.

September Project: Stained Glass Bookmarks

Program runs from 3:30pm – 4:30pm. Visit https://dcls.libcal.com/event/17143542 to register.

08/26/2026

Tired of writing all alone, holed up at your desk? Or maybe you're struggling to carve out the time to write.

Join us at the George & Hettie Love Memorial Library on September 26th for Write On! Come chat, commiserate, and, most importantly, write! Whether you're working on a short story or the next Great American Novel, poetry, or memoir, all genres and skill levels are welcome. Program runs from 11:00am - 12:00pm.

Visit https://buff.ly/xL8GEEs to register. Please include your email when registering in order to receive writing prompts from the program instructor.

08/26/2026

An American Icon's Legacy Written in Books

As the world remembers Dolly Parton, we also celebrate a remarkable part of her legacy: helping children discover the joy of reading.

In 1995, Dolly created the Imagination Library, inspired by her father, who could not read or write. What began as a program for children in her home county in Tennessee grew into an international literacy movement that now gives millions of free, age-appropriate books to children from birth to age five.

Dolly understood that a book can be the beginning of a dream. Her generosity and dedication to supporting childhood literacy have given millions of children around the world the key to unlock their own dreams.
Her music will continue to be heard for generations, and every time a child opens a book, imagines something new, and begins to see a bigger world, another part of her extraordinary legacy lives on.

Learn more about Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library:
ImaginationLibrary.com

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com

08/25/2026

Let's get crafty!

Join us at Johnson Memorial Library on September 23rd for some creative crafting and transform everyday items into unique, upcycled art. September’s project will be fall fabric-covered books or pumpkins.

All supplies will be provided. Program runs from 6:00pm – 7:00pm. Visit https://dcls.libcal.com/event/17143542 to register.

08/25/2026

Join us on September 24th for our Fluff & Stuff book club at Northern Dauphin Library, where we’ll read lighter fare, ranging from humorous rom-coms to spine-tingling suspense and wonderfully witchy adventures. We’ll meet monthly for fun, lively discussions and light refreshments.

September Pick: Park Avenue Summer by Renee Rosen

Program runs from 4:00pm – 5:00pm. Visit https://buff.ly/g08ZLMP to register.

08/25/2026

**CANCELLATION** The Figment Forge program scheduled for September 5th at the East Shore Area Library has been canceled due to the presenter's availability. If you have any questions, please contact the East Shore Area Library.

Calling aspiring fiction writers!

Join our writing group, Figment Forge, to learn more about the craft of fiction writing, connect with other novice writers, and find encouragement and accountability for your writing aspirations. We’ll meet monthly to focus on a different facet of writing fiction with time to practice our craft and share.

Our next meeting will be help September 5th at East Shore Area Library from 10:30am-12:30pm. Visit https://buff.ly/iLRCaXi to register.