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“June is the time for being in the world in new ways, for throwing off the cold and dark spots of life.”
— Joan D. Chittister |
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June Book Discussion June 12th
5:00pm - 6:30pm Come discuss " Beautiful Country" by Qian Julie Wang, on June 12 from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm at our monthly book club! The book club will be held here at the Coy Public Library. You can request this item through our digital catalog, or by calling the library at 717-532-4508. In Chinese the word for the United States, Mei Guo, translates directly to "beautiful country." When seven-year-old Qian is plucked from her warm and happy childhood surrounded by extended family in China, she finds a world of crushing fear and poverty instead. For five years she lived undocumented after immigrating with her parents to New York City. Shocked at where her family fits in comparison to their status as educated elites in China, she works shifts alongside her mother in Chinatown sweatshops. Unable to speak English, isolated and disregarded, Qian put into special education classes and humiliated by teachers and classmates when she struggles to pay attention because of hunger or exhaustion. Her memoir illuminates the cruelty and indignity of America's immigration system, and the cost of making a home in a hostile land. |
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Chess Club Wednesday Evenings 5:30 pm-7:50 pm Held in the Reference Room Do you enjoy playing chess? Come join the Chess Club on Wednesdays at 5:30pm! No registration required. |
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The Makers at the Library Every Tuesday from 1:00 PM -3:00 PM and Thursdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Enjoy knitting, crocheting, counted cross-stitch, or any other fiber art? Want to learn how to knit or crochet? Join this group at the Coy Public Library to meet other fellow makers! |
South Cumberland Fiber Guild 3rd Saturday of Each Month 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Guild is open to spinners, weavers, knitters, crocheters, felters, rug hookers, shepherds, plant fiber growers and others interested in the art and craft of fiber and textiles. They meet monthly for workshops, field trips, demonstrations for the public, or to gather just to spin, knit, crochet or work on a "project-in-progress". This month they will meet. |
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2025 Duck Derby On Saturday, May 30th, the Coy Public Library of Shippensburg's annual Duck Derby took place to the delight of many observers. This event happens every year as hundreds of yellow plastic ducks are dropped in the creek before the King Street bridge. The ducks float down the creek to the finish line past the Library bridge. Three judges are positioned in the creek. They keenly observe and determine the three fastest ducks to cross the finish line. This year duck #136 accidentally began the race prior to the starting signal. Board Trustee, Crystal Collier-Walker, braved the cold creek to capture the renegade duck and insure all the ducks began together! This event is a fund raiser for the Coy Library. All proceeds benefit the Library. Ducks were for purchase prior to the derby at a cost of $5 each or 5 for $20. One very generous man, Kyle Peck, bought $100 worth of ducks and the Library is grateful to him for his generosity. This event is a fundraiser for the Coy Library. All proceeds benefit the Library. Ducks were for purchase before the derby for $5 each or 5 for $20. One very generous man, Kyle Peck, bought $100 worth of ducks and the Library is grateful to him for his generosity. The creek to the finish line past the Library bridge. Three judges are positioned in the creek. They keenly observe and determine the three fastest ducks to cross the finish line. This year duck #136 accidentally began the race prior to the starting signal. Board Trustee, Crystal Collier-Walker, braved the cold creek to capture the renegade duck and ensure all the ducks began together! |
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2025 Youth Services Summer Programs Our children's programs are ready for the summer with programs, camps, and more! |
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 ElementaryStorytime Ages 5 - 10 Wed 3:00 pm June 11th - Aug 13th Join us for 1-2 books and fun activities! |
 Baby and MeAges 0 - 2 Mon 9:45 am Fri 9:45 am June 9th - August 15th Join us for a short board book, songs, and play time! |
Chapter Book Club Ages 7 - 12 Every other Wed 6:00-7:00 pm Jun 11th & 25th Jul 9th & 23rd Aug 6th Join us as we read through chapters between meetings and come together every other week for discussion/activities related to what we’ve been reading. |
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Lollipop Lane: A Lifesize Candyland Adventure June 19th 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Come experience the classic board game Candy Land come to life with a giant, interactive adventure! Teens will complete fun challenges and mini-games. Registration Required |
Teen Crochet Club
Mondays
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Calling all creative teens! Join us for a fun-filled crochet workshop where you'll learn the basics of crochet |
 Gaming ClubTuesdays
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm This is a weekly program for youth ages 10-17 that provides the opportunity to play card games, board games, trivia games, video games, and to socialize with other teens. |
Fiction & Fineries: A Literary Masquerade
July 17th 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Come ready to mingle amongst other literary characters! Dress up in your favorite literary character as we play games and talk about the books we love! Registration Required |
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NextReads NewslettersLooking to find your next read? Subscribe to NextReads newsletters which will offer you the newest books to read for specified topics (Kids' Books, Mystery Books, History & Current events, Home & Garden, Nature & Science, Audiobooks, etc.). |
Skill-Up PA Skillup™ PA is a completely free initiative designed to help job seekers explore career pathways, view local job postings, register for free online learning, and receive workforce services.
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Hours
Mon-Thurs: 9am - 8pm Friday: 9am - 5pm Saturday: 9am - 5pm Sunday: Closed |
Mission Statement
The Coy Public Library of Shippensburg exists to provide cultural vitality and lifelong learning through open access to reading, reference, programs, and community space. |
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