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Toddler Tales

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Yorktown Youth Programs Room at Yorktown Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Infants - Preschool

Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Swirls & Symphonies

Swirls & Symphonies

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Yorktown Youth Programs Room at Yorktown Library
Program Type:
Art, History, Lecture
Age Group:
Children, Elementary

Join Swirls & Symphonies, kids will learn a little bit about art and music from different points in history. Then they will be able to unleash their creativity with super fun crafts while listening to classical music. 

 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 12, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Art, History, Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Swirls & Symphonies, kids will learn a little bit about art and music from different points in history. Then they will be able to unleash their creativity with super fun crafts while listening to classical music. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

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DIY Vinyl Nightlights

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Yorktown Technology Room at Yorktown Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults

Experiment with Cricut Design Space and permanent vinyl! We will search and edit Cricut designs, cut the vinyl using our library Cricut, then transfer it to a nightlight.  All materials are included. Class size is limited.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Technology Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experiment with Cricut Design Space and permanent vinyl! We will search and edit Cricut designs, cut the vinyl using our library Cricut, then transfer it to a nightlight.  All materials are included. Class size is limited.

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SLIME TIME

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Tabb Program Room at Tabb Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary

Get ready for Slime Time! Join us for a fun, hands-on session where you can mix, stretch, and create your own custom slime.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 12, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for Slime Time! Join us for a fun, hands-on session where you can mix, stretch, and create your own custom slime.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Messy

Note: This activity may get you a little messy, so wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.

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Crochet Club

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Yorktown Youth Programs Room at Yorktown Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Middle & High School

Join us in the library to learn and grow with crochet skills. Yarn and crochet supplies will be provided as Ms. Elyssa leads teens in making a beginner project. This will be a casual atmosphere, so no experience necessary to participate.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 12, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the library to learn and grow with crochet skills. Yarn and crochet supplies will be provided as Ms. Elyssa leads teens in making a beginner project. This will be a casual atmosphere, so no experience necessary to participate.

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Permission Form

Teens and their parent or guardian must have a completed a Teen Program Permission Form on file to participate in this program. 

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Winter Jigsaw Puzzle Swap

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
Jigsaw Puzzle Swap:

You asked for it and we delivered--puzzle swap time! CriteriaAll puzzles must be in the original box and contain all their pieces.Puzzles should be from the last 10-25 years.P...

Donations will be accepted at Tabb Library Reference desk starting December 30, 2025 through January 23, 2026.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

You asked for it and we delivered--puzzle swap time! 

Criteria

  • All puzzles must be in the original box and contain all their pieces.
  • Puzzles should be from the last 10-25 years.
  • Puzzles/puzzle boxes should not show excessive signs of wear or age.
  • We will not be accepting Puzzlebug Deluxe, Puzzlebug, or other Dollar Tree/Store puzzles.
  • The standard swap ratio is one to one, and you can swap a maximum of six puzzles in total. 

Anyone is welcome to donate more than six; however, you can only receive six maximum at the swap.  If you intend to bring puzzles to swap on the day of, please drop them off at least 30-60 minutes prior to the start of the event; otherwise, you will not be able to enter the swap until your donations have been assessed and received.

Anyone can participate in the puzzle swap; youths must be accompanied by an adult. Staff reserves the right to end the swap early if attendance significantly dwindles in the last half hour.

Donations will be accepted at Tabb Library Reference desk starting December 30, 2025 through January 23, 2026.
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Science Saturday

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Yorktown Youth Programs Room at Yorktown Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Elementary

Let's learn about balance. Being in balance is so important for you and for the world around you. We will practice some yoga moves and participate in some balancing activities to see how good our balance is.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 12, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's learn about balance. Being in balance is so important for you and for the world around you. We will practice some yoga moves and participate in some balancing activities to see how good our balance is.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults & Teens, Adults
Jigsaw Puzzle Competition:

Can you be the fastest team? Let's puzzle it out together!Teams of four compete to put together a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in two hours or less. The team captain should registe...

ICYMI: The team captain should register for the event below--make sure to indicate your teammates in the Special Notes field. Please do not sign up if you have not put together a team.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can you be the fastest team? Let's puzzle it out together!

Teams of four compete to put together a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in two hours or less. 

The team captain should register for the event below--make sure to indicate your teammates in the Special Notes field. Please do not sign up if you have not put together a team.

The puzzle competition is for Adults and Teens aged 11 and up. Each team is allowed to keep their puzzle.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.

ICYMI: The team captain should register for the event below--make sure to indicate your teammates in the Special Notes field. Please do not sign up if you have not put together a team.

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Backyard Chicken Keeping

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Yorktown Meeting Room at Yorktown Library
Age Group:
Adults
Backyard Chicken Keeping:

Join Carol Bartram of Peninsula Chicken Keepers (PeCK) to learn about the basics of keeping a small flock of pet chickens in your backyard. Registration is optional. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required

Join Carol Bartram of Peninsula Chicken Keepers (PeCK) to learn about the basics of keeping a small flock of pet chickens in your backyard. Registration is optional. 

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Fiber Arts Meetup

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Yorktown Conference Room at Yorktown Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Fiber Arts Meetup:

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Sat...

Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

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Board Game Meetup

Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Tabb Program Room at Tabb Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults & Teens, Adults
Board Games Meetup:

Join us the 4th Sunday of each month (excluding holidays) for three hours of board games/tabletop gaming at Tabb Library. YCPL owns a varied collection of board and card games such...

Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Program Room
Age Group: Adults & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games

Join us the 4th Sunday of each month (excluding holidays) for three hours of board games/tabletop gaming at Tabb Library. YCPL owns a varied collection of board and card games such as Catan, The Resistance, Rummikub, Ticket to Ride: London, and more. Attendees are welcome to bring games to share or play amongst themselves. D&D groups are also welcome to use the space.

This program is for adults (18+) of all levels of gaming experience. Teens are also welcome to join with an accompanying adult.

Registration is not required. Questions? Please call 757-890-5120. 

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Teen Anime Movie Night

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library
Program Type:
Movies & Entertainment
Age Group:
Middle & High School

Come join the teen anime club for a screening of the critically acclaimed anime movie Suzume! Anyone in grades 6-12 is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be provided, and we will make a movie related craft. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 20, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Movies & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join the teen anime club for a screening of the critically acclaimed anime movie Suzume! Anyone in grades 6-12 is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be provided, and we will make a movie related craft. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Teen Permission Form

Teens and their parent or guardian must have a completed a Teen Program Permission Form on file to participate in this program. 

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Intermediate Glowforge

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Yorktown Technology Room at Yorktown Library
Program Type:
Technology, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Have you attended one of our Glowforge for Beginners sessions and want to learn more advanced skills? 

Join us for an Intermediate Glowforge session at the Yorktown Library.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Technology Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:
Have you attended one of our Glowforge for Beginners sessions and want to learn more advanced skills? 

Join us for an Intermediate Glowforge session at the Yorktown Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Content Disclaimer

This program focuses on design software and MakerSpace equipment. This is not a craft program.

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Preschool Story Time

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Infants - Preschool
Youth Programs:

Story time is a program with stories, poems, finger plays, songs and a craft with a focus on nurturing a lifelong love of reading and appreciation of books.   

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Story time is a program with stories, poems, finger plays, songs and a craft with a focus on nurturing a lifelong love of reading and appreciation of books.   

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

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Baby Bookworms

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Yorktown Youth Programs Room at Yorktown Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Infants - Preschool

Baby Bookworms is a story time program for the very young. We explore literacy tips, read a story, sing songs, participate in finger play and conclude with a parenting topic and free play each week. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Baby Bookworms is a story time program for the very young. We explore literacy tips, read a story, sing songs, participate in finger play and conclude with a parenting topic and free play each week. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

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Baby Bookworms

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Yorktown Youth Programs Room at Yorktown Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Infants - Preschool

Baby Bookworms is a story time program for the very young. We explore literacy tips, read a story, sing songs, participate in finger play and conclude with a parenting topic and free play each week. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Baby Bookworms is a story time program for the very young. We explore literacy tips, read a story, sing songs, participate in finger play and conclude with a parenting topic and free play each week. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

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Preschool Story Time

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Infants - Preschool

Story time is a program with stories, poems, finger plays, songs and a craft with a focus on nurturing a lifelong love of reading and appreciation of books.   

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Story time is a program with stories, poems, finger plays, songs and a craft with a focus on nurturing a lifelong love of reading and appreciation of books.   

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

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Teen Gaming

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Yorktown Technology Room at Yorktown Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Middle & High School

Hang out and unwind with Nintendo Switch, PS5, Wii, board, and card games. This program is for 6th-12th graders.

Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Technology Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Hang out and unwind with Nintendo Switch, PS5, Wii, board, and card games. This program is for 6th-12th graders.

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Permission Form

Teens and their parent or guardian must have a completed a Teen Program Permission Form on file to participate in this program. 

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Preschool Story Time

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Yorktown Youth Programs Room at Yorktown Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Infants - Preschool
Youth Programs:

Story time is a program with stories, poems, finger plays, songs and a craft with a focus on nurturing a lifelong love of reading and appreciation of books.   

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Story time is a program with stories, poems, finger plays, songs and a craft with a focus on nurturing a lifelong love of reading and appreciation of books.   

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

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Toddler Tales

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Infants - Preschool

Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

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Preschool Story Time

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Yorktown Youth Programs Room at Yorktown Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Infants - Preschool
Youth Programs:

Story time is a program with stories, poems, finger plays, songs and a craft with a focus on nurturing a lifelong love of reading and appreciation of books.   

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Story time is a program with stories, poems, finger plays, songs and a craft with a focus on nurturing a lifelong love of reading and appreciation of books.   

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Polka Dot background with the words "story times"

Toddler Tales

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Infants - Preschool

Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

YCPL Trivia Night

YCPL Trivia Night

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library
Age Group:
Adults
It's time again for another entertaining and illuminating YCPL Trivia Night at Tabb Library! 

This session's categories include General Knowledge, Animals, Superhero Movies, 80s & 90s Nostalgia, and more.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:
It's time again for another entertaining and illuminating YCPL Trivia Night at Tabb Library! 

This session's categories include General Knowledge, Animals, Superhero Movies, 80s & 90s Nostalgia, and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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Toddler Tales

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Yorktown Youth Programs Room at Yorktown Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Infants - Preschool

Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on December 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.