The Caring Hearts Pet Therapy dogs will be returning to Simpson Library this summer! Children can read aloud to a friendly and attentive dog, improving their literacy skills in a relaxed setting. The program will meet outside at the library every Thursday at 6:00 - 7:00 pm from June 10 - August 19. Please register online for each session you wish to attend. Find the sessions on our website events calendar.
Simpson Library will be closed on Saturday, July 3, Sunday, July 4, and Monday, July 5 in observance of Independence Day. No items will be due and no holds will expire.
Andrew’s high energy show will add a spark to the whole day! His juggling, circus skills, physical comedy, and audience participation all combine to make sure young and old alike enjoy the show. This year, 
We are back to meeting in person for Tea and Stitches in June! Join us for a cup of tea as you work on your stitching project every Tuesday morning from 10:00 am - 12:00. Meet other stitching enthusiasts in the area and learn from one another.
Try something new with your family this summer. Each Tuesday, we will present a different, fun, and exciting new program related to animal "Tails and Tales." This week we'll dissect owl pellets!
Come play Mah Jongg at the library every Thursday from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. We are limiting the total number of players to 20, so please register online to ensure a seat.
Not everything at the city zoo is as it seems. Two curious kids take a closer look and discover what they believe is a unicorn. But unicorns aren't real–are they?! Sometimes you have to believe it to see it. Talewise will tell a fun (and funny) story that incorporates learning about animals and science. Join us for this live show presented virtually on June 24.
Registration: Please register online for access to this performance.
Children of all ages are invited to a BLOCK PARTY at Simpson Public Library! This fun event is on Saturday, June 26 at 10:30 am.
Join us for a virtual discussion of Aunt Dimity and the Summer King by Nancy Atherton on Monday, June 28 at 7:00 pm via Zoom.
The 2021 Online Auction is September 18-26! Help Simpson Library raise needed funds while getting a great deal on unique and interesting items that would make wonderful holiday gifts or a treat for yourself! Do you have something to donate to the auction? Please click here to find out how.
Download a list of local COVID-19 vaccination sites (PDF, 271KB, 2 pages) compiled by our Reference Librarians. The list is based on the PA Department of Health's Vaccine Provider Information website. We are updating this list frequently, but things change quickly!
Contactless holds pickup is still available at Simpson Library. Place items on hold online or over the phone, and after you're notified that your holds are available, head to Simpson Library! Give us a call at 717-766-0171 when you arrive, and we'll check out your items before bringing them out to a cart in the vestibule. Please have your library card number handy when you arrive to pick up your holds.
Simpson Library is now a Virtual Partner with Community Aid! We no longer have a bin in our parking lot,but every time you take donations to Community Aid, tell them you want the proceeds to go to Simpson Library and mention our partner number, 10351. We'll still earn money for your clothing donations, and Community Aid saves money by not picking up donations from our location.
Read this month's issue of BookPage online! You can also pick up a print copy at the library.
We're open for regular hours! All floors are available for browsing, and many programs are in-person again. Click here for more information.
16 North Walnut Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
MON: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
TUE: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
WED: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
THU: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
FRI: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
SAT: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
SUN: Closed - Closed
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