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The Library is closed on Friday, June 19 for Juneteenth. |
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June is for celebrating!
It's Pride Month! And Summer Reading Challege kick-off month! YOU'RE INVITED to our Summer Reading Challenge launch party on Saturday, June 13. It's Country Fair themed and there will be goats. Dwarf goats Blueberry and Beans will be on site encouraging you to sign up for another summer of fun and prizes! Don't forget: the Annual Summer Reading Challenge is for all ages.
This month will see programs on Tuskegee Airman James Sheppard; Harry "Bucky" Lew, the first black professional basketball player; queer stories from the 1600s to the 1960s; Whales of the Gulf of Maine, Teen Movie Mondays, and more!
We hope you'll join us.
-YPL
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You're Invited: the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge Starts Saturday, June 13! |
This year’s Summer Reading Challenge theme is Plant a Seed, Read! Gardens grow food, and libraries grow ideas. Both help us flourish!
You may recognize the Challenge artwork, which features characters from Jory John and Pete Oswald’s popular Children's book series, including The Bad Seed, The Good Egg, The Cool Bean, and more. Their lovable produce-inspired characters have become favorites of young readers (and librarians!) everywhere.
Join us on June 13 for our Summer Reading Kick-Off Party! We'll celebrate with country-fair-style games, dwarf goats (!!), and more as you register for the Challenge and pick up your official Challenge Activity Log. It's everything you need to launch your summer in one fun-filled afternoon!
The Challenge lasts 8 weeks (last day August 8) and you can register / pick up the Activity Log for your age group at any time. Your log will include a fun shape to decorate however you like; return it to the library and it will become part of a community art display!
Whether you're planting in the soil or turning pages, great things grow when you start with a seed. |
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Featured Events |
Click the links below for more information and to sign up. |
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Death Cafe
Thursday, June 4 at 5:00 PM @ Community Room
Join us for a Death Cafe, a guided open conversation about death and mortality designed to foster reflection, connection, and meaningful discussion. Facilitated by Leona Oceana of Die Well Death Education. In partnership withYork Community Service Association.
The Tuskegee Airmen: World War II Tuesday, June 9 at 5:00 PM @ Community Room
Back by popular demand: an historical look at the Tuskegee Airmen of World War II. Former broadcast journalist Bob Sheppard joins YPL for a talk about his father, James Sheppard, and his experiences as part of the famed 332nd Fighter Group.
Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading Challenge 2026
Saturday, June 13 - Saturday, August 8
Plant a Seed, Read is the 2026 theme for our annual Summer Challenge. We hope you’ll join us for another fun summer of activities, books and prizes. This program is for adults, teens and kids. Starting June 13, pick up your log at any circulation desk.
TED Democracy Live: A Livestream Event Saturday, June 13 at 11:00 AM @ Off-site
Join in for a nationwide livestream from Philadelphia on democracy’s future, with bold thinkers sharing ideas ahead of America’s 250th. NOTE: This event takes place off-site at UMaine Augusta and Scarborough Public Library.
Driving Fitness, Health, and Aging: Considerations for Safe Mobility (Maine Mature Drivers Project) Tuesday, June 16 at 12:30 PM @ Community Room
How do aging-related changes in health and function impact driving safety? How does Maine address medical concerns related to driver licensing? How can older adults remain safely mobile behind the wheel and otherwise?
Author Talk with Chris Boucher: Harry "Bucky" Lew, Basketball's First Black Professional Details below.
We Were Always Here: Uncovering Queer History in Every Era (a Virtual Program)
Tuesday, June 23 at 6:30 PM @ Online
From the Friends of Dorothy to Boston marriages, LGBTQIA+ people have been living as their authentic queer selves in every era, in every culture. Genderqueer inclusion consultant Ali Kane will share queer stories from the 1600s to the 1960s. Presented in partnership with the Joshua Hyde Library in Sturbridge, Massachusetts.
Blue Ocean Society presents: Gulf of Maine Whales Tuesday, June 30 at 4:00 PM @ Community Room
Explore the fascinating lives of the whales that inhabit the Gulf of Maine. Learn about their unique adaptations, ongoing research, and practical ways individuals can help these majestic animals.
Documentary Screening: Star Spangled Story Thursday, July 2 at 5:00 PM @ Community Room
In celebration of Independence Day, join us for a screening of the Smithsonian channel 60-minute documentary, A Star-Spangled Story: Battle for America. |
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Author Talks and Book Discussions |
Click the links below for more information and to sign up. |
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Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig (Virtual Author Talk)
Wednesday, June 3 at 2:00 PM @ Online
Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more! State Fairs: Growing American Craft features more than 100 photos of extraordinary and unconventional crafts from state and tribal fairs, including needlework, basketry, jewelry, ceramics, crop art, butter sculpture, and saddles. (Library Speakers Consortium)
Eat Your Ice Cream: A Compassionate and Humorous Roadmap to Wellbeing with Dr. Ezekiel J. Emanuel (Virtual Author Talk)
Tuesday, June 9 at 2:00 PM @ Online
Join us for an empowering conversation with award-winning bioethicist, oncologist, and chocolatier Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel as he shares his vision for living well and aging with purpose. In Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life, he explores how to embrace health, happiness, and longevity without falling for quick fixes or unrealistic promises. (Library Speakers Consortium)
Apocalyptic Mayhem, Lava-Spitting Llamas, and One Very Sassy Cat: Surviving the Universe’s Most Twisted RPG with Matt Dinniman (Virtual Author Talk) Thursday, June 11 at 7:00 PM @ Online
Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers! Matt Dinniman, New York Times bestselling author of the wildly popular (and just plain wild) Dungeon Crawler Carl series, joins us to chat about his latest book, A Parade of Horribles.
Author Talk with Chris Boucher: Harry "Bucky" Lew, Basketball's First Black Professional Thursday, June 18 at 5:00 PM @ Community Room
Harry “Bucky” Lew leapt over pro basketball’s color wall in 1902 and continued to integrate every single role in the game over the next 25 years. He was the first Black player, coach, manager, referee, and franchise owner in otherwise white leagues across New England. Join author Chris Boucher to hear more about these early inspirations for the full integration of major league sports.
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Ongoing Events |
Click the links below for more information and to sign up. Check our calendar for updates and cancellations. |
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Children's Events | Please be advised: There will be a Children's Programming break of our ongoing programs for the first two weeks of June to get ready for our Summer Reading Program.
Click the links below for more information. Children's events do not require registration unless otherwise indicated. |
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Storytime at York Land Trust
Thursday, June 11 at 10:30 @ York Land Trust Headquarters Join Barb at York Land Trust headquarters for stories, songs and an activity. This is an OFF-SITE program. Plan ahead! Wear your walking boots if you want to also enjoy a walk on the trails after the program.
Country Fair Summer Challenge Kickoff Saturday, June 13 from 10:00 to noon @ Community Room
Launch your summer at YPL! Our Summer Reading Program starts today with fun and games akin to a Country Fair! Play carnival games and register for our annual Challenge all at once.
Snack Attack - Strawberry Fields Forever! Wednesday, June 24 at 3:00 PM @ Crafts Area
Miss Barb will lead participants with basic cooking techniques to whip up some snacks using seasonal strawberries! This program is for Grades K-3 with a caregiver and registration is required.
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Teen and Tween Events | Click the links below for more information. Youth events do not require registration unless otherwise indicated.
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Lunch With Danie
Thursday, June 18 at 12:00 - 2:00 PM @ Young Adult Room It’s the LAST half-day of the year (and the LAST day of school!!)! That means Lunch With Danie at the Library for tweens and teens in grades 5+.
Teen Movie Monday Mondays: June 22 & 29 and July 13 & 20 at 5:00 PM @ Young Adult Room
Kick back, relax, and join us in the YA Room at the library for a movie night! We’ll have a different movie each Movie Monday, from new favorites to classics, with plenty of popcorn and company. Bring your friends, get cozy, and experience movie night, library style! Teen Movie Mondays are for grades 6+
Teen Bead Buddies & Jewelry Making Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:00pm - 6:30pm @ Young Adult Room
Teens (grades 6+) - get your creativity on in the YA Room and craft with beads and other supplies! Design and craft your own bracelets, earrings, wind chimes, keychains, or whatever you can imagine. |
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Support York Public Library! |
The Library is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization - not a town department. Public funding provides a basic operating budget for the library, but we but we rely on contributions from individuals and businesses for 30% of our operational funding every year. If you enjoy the library and all that it has to offer, consider a donation today. Thank you!
Learn more about our funding
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YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGES THE GENEROUS SUPPORT OF OUR SPONSORS
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LIBRARY HOURS:
Monday - Thursday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday Closed |
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