Huntingdon County Library

06/01/2026

Ready to crush your summer reading goals? ☀️📚 Our 2026 Summer Reading Challenge for Teens and Adults officially kicks off Today! We’ve put together a grid of 10 fun categories to help you mix up your reading list this season.

How it works:
1️⃣ Read one book in FIVE different categories (think: Set During a US War, One Word Title, or a book that Scares You! 👻)
2️⃣ Write down what you liked about each book on your challenge sheet.
3️⃣ Return your completed paper to the library by August 14th to claim your prize! 🎁

Drop by the library to pick up your tracking sheet and get some recommendations from our display. What category are you tackling first? 👇

05/31/2026

🌿 Welcome to the Jungle! This Week at HCL... 🐆
Adventure awaits at the Huntingdon County Library! Grab your safari hat and get ready to explore a wild week of activities from June 1 – June 6, as we kick off our Jumanji Summer!

🗺️ The Weekly Expedition Schedule:

Tuesday
☕ Coffee With Lew | 10:00 AM (Fuel up for the adventure)
✍️ Writer’s Workshop | 12:00 PM (Start your Field Notes)

Wednesday
👶 Lapsit Storytime | 10:15 AM (For the littlest explorers)
☀️ Summer Reading Kickoff | 11:30 AM (The family friendly Grand Safari begins with the Jumanji movie and snacks)

Thursday
🎨 Teen Crafternoon | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Survive the wild with some hands-on crafting)

Friday
🚂 East Broad Top Railroad Presentation | 12:00 PM (Noon) (Track your way through history)

Saturday
🎬 Movies With Lew | 11:30 AM (Get lost in a Hitchcock Thriller-"The Rope" with Jimmy Stewart)

🚨 Basecamp Details
All expeditions depart from the Huntingdon County Library. Don't face the wild alone—bring a fellow adventurer along!

🌐 Plot your course: huntingdonlibrary.org

05/30/2026

"Rope" (1948), is one of Alfred Hitchcock’s most technically ambitious and suspenseful films. The movie is famous for its unique "one-shot" gimmick, where Hitchcock edited the film to appear as a single, continuous take occurring in real-time. Starring James Stewart, Farley Granger and John Dall, the movie is loosely based on the real-life Leopold and Loeb case.

05/28/2026

🚂 All Aboard for History! 🚂
Discover the fascinating history right in our backyard! Join us at the Huntingdon County Library for a special presentation on the historic East Broad Top Railroad and the booming iron industry that shaped the southern part of our county.

Whether you're a train enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about local heritage, you won't want to miss this!

📅 When: Friday, June 5 at Noon

📍 Where: Huntingdon County Library

🗣️ Featured Speaker: Lawrence Biemiller, board member of the Friends of the East Broad Top Railroad

Come connect, discover, and imagine with us. 🗺️✨

📧 Questions? Reach out to Deb at [email protected].

05/28/2026

☀️ Summer is Buzzing at the Library! 📚🎨

Looking for ways to beat the heat, learn something new, or keep the kids entertained? Look no further than your local library! We have a jam-packed summer calendar full of FREE activities, programs, and events for all ages.

📅 Plan Your Visit:
👉 Take a look at all of our Summer Events here: https://www.huntingdonlibrary.org/programs/
📍 Huntingdon County Library

What summer event are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments! 👇

05/28/2026

📚 Big News, Bookworms! 🐛
Ready to make your summer a little more page-turning? The Huntingdon County Library Summer Reading Program for Adults and Teens is officially right around the corner!

From June 1 through August 14, we challenge you to dive into new worlds, meet unforgettable characters, and—yes—win some prizes! 🎁

✨ How It Works:
Pick Your Reads: Read just one book in five different categories.

Share Your Thoughts: Write down what you liked about each book in your completed categories.

Claim Your Prize: Bring your completed physical paper tracker back to the library to grab your reward!

It's that simple to Connect. Discover. Imagine. 🌟

❓ Questions?
Reach out to Deb at [email protected] or stop by the front desk.

Gather your reading lists, tell your friends, and let's make this the best reading summer yet! 👇 What category are you planning to tackle first? Let us know in the comments!

05/26/2026

Jungle adventures or dramatic art sessions... why not both? 🤠🎨

We have two incredible events coming up to kick off the season at Huntingdon County Library:

1️⃣ Summer Reading Family Movie: We are playing Jumanji on Wednesday, June 3rd at 11:30 AM! Grab some snacks and prepare for a stampede of fun. 🏛️🎲
2️⃣ "Bad Crafter" Teen Art on Thursday, June 4 from 1 PM to 3 PM: A judgment-free zone where teens can make the most dramatic, chaotic art they want. 🧑‍🎨

Teens: Don't forget to register for the art program by June 2nd by calling 814-643-0200 or emailing [email protected]!

Which event are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments! 👇

05/26/2026

✍️ Calling All Writers! ✍️
Whether you are a seasoned author with a finished manuscript or just beginning to explore the craft, your stories matter—and we want to help you tell them!

Join us at the Huntingdon County Library for our upcoming Writers' Workshop. It’s the perfect space to gather, share ideas, and find inspiration.

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, June 2

Time: 12:00 PM (Noon)

Location: Huntingdon County Library

✨ Connect. Discover. Imagine. ✨

Have questions? Reach out to Beth at [email protected] for more information.

Tag a fellow writer who needs to see this, and we'll see you there! 📝✨

05/25/2026

This Thursday in the Makerspace!

05/25/2026