The Friends of Simpson Library were named the 2026 Friends Group of the Year by the Pennsylvania Citizens for Better Libraries! Our Friends have raised over $1.25 million dollars for Simpson Library just since 2008! Established in 1980, the Friends of Simpson Library is an all-volunteer group dedicated to raising funds in support of the Library. Learn more about the Friends.
National Civility Month was founded to to remind people of the importance of treating others with respect, kindness, and consideration. It also celebrates the positive impact of civility on our communities and our world. People being civil to others is what makes the world better and is the key focus of National Civility Month. [
Big news! We're changing some of our hours after Labor Day! Starting Tuesday, September 8, we will open at 9:00 am and close at 8:00 pm Monday to Thursday. The hours on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday will remain the same.
Simpson Library will be closed on Monday, September 7 for Labor Day. Items checked out at Simpson Library will not be due and no holds will expire.
Enjoy breakfast at Poached Restaurant (where Dieners used to be) on any (or every!) Wednesday in September, and Poached will donate 10% of the cost of your meal to the Friends. With five Wednesdays to participate, you have ample opportunity to try a variety of breakfast items. Don't forget a flyer!
It's always a good day for ice cream! Stop by Rakestraw's on 313 S. Market Street or their new location at 1347 Saxton Way for some ice cream on Wednesday, September 16 from 3:00 to 9:00 pm, and they will donate 15% of your bill to the Friends of Simpson Library!
We would love to hear your library story about Simpson Public Library! How has the library impacted your life? Do you have a favorite program to attend, a location in the library, or employee? There are cards to fill out at Simpson Library or you can fill it out online. Thanks for your input!
Get personalized help to use the internet, a computer, and other devices! Meet with one of our librarians for up to an hour of one-on-one assistance with apps, filling out online forms, applying for jobs, and practice with a computer or smartphone. Click here to see available times and to sign up.
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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 - 2:00 pm
SUN: Closed - Closed
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