What a great library! Connected to a historic building, it's spacious, clean, and full of surprises…read morefrom a game area to a bookstore to a great children's section. Staff are friendly, helpful, and passionate.

Who doesn't love their local library? People who never get to know it or experience the services…read moreit provides, that's who. Bosler is an incredible hub of culture and activity here in Carlisle, and they provide so much more than books. There are always activities scheduled throughout the week, and they include things for children and adults alike. Some examples include weekly Mah Jongg games, preschool story times, and performances by local musicians, writers, and experts on things like stress management and financial planning. I've had great luck requesting books for pick up as well. If they don't have a book at Bosler, they can request it for you from any of the libraries in the Cumberland County system, and have it shipped to Bosler for a convenient pick up. The online renewal system is super convenient too, so you don't have to run back into the building to add some extra time to your reading adventures when things get busy. I can't praise Bosler enough - thank you to all the men and women who work to deliver such outstanding services to our community!

The Fredericksen Library has been one of the libraries I've taken my kids to for almost 12 years,…read moreand it continues to be one of our favorites. One of the things I love most is that the children's library has its own downstairs entrance, which makes it really easy when you're visiting with little kids. As soon as you walk in, the information desk is right at the front, and the self-checkout stations are conveniently located on the right, making grabbing and returning books quick and simple. The children's area itself is bright and welcoming, with tons of windows and natural light, which makes it feel open and calm instead of crowded. My kids especially love the play area, and there's plenty to keep them busy. Some of the highlights include: * Interactive wall activities where kids can flip pieces, match items, and move little balls through tracks * Puppet theater play * Interactive computers * A fish tank they enjoy checking on * A coloring area * A wide variety of books for different ages There's also lots of seating, which makes it easy for parents to sit and read while the kids explore. They host storytimes in the children's library, and there's also a separate room used for programs and events. Even when we're not attending a scheduled program, the play space alone easily keeps my kids entertained for an hour or more. Another thing I appreciate is how family-friendly the layout is. Inside the children's library there are two bathrooms with changing tables, which is incredibly convenient when you're visiting with little ones. There's also an additional larger restroom outside of the children's area with stalls and another changing table. Parking is easy, with street parking near the lower-level entrance and a parking lot available as well. Outside the children's library there's extra seating, and depending on when you visit, the library café is open with really reasonable prices for coffee and snacks, which is a nice bonus during longer visits. This is definitely one of those places where we can easily stay for a few hours between playing, reading books, and just enjoying the space. After visiting for so many years, it's still one of our go-to libraries, and I know we'll keep coming back.

This library is such a wonderful resource & staple for the Camp Hill community!…read more The selection of books for adults is truly amazing! They also have a wonderful children's library as well! The staff is always so helpful, kind, and friendly! From having to pay fines or even just asking a general question everyone who I have interacted with has been very helpful! The story times are also very wonderful! Amy who reads to the kids is always so positive, fun, and outgoing allowing the kids to really get into the story and songs to have a great time! They have story time two days every week & they are always so great! I definitely would recommend if you have a little one to check out the story times! What's also great about this library is that it is apart of the Cumberland County Libraries! So if you want a specific book, but it's at a different location you can still request it because of being apart of the county libraries! Definitely check this library out if you haven't!

I thought this library was a river, but it's not a river. That was just a riverfront…read more This library is really awesome and have now been here twice and both times I thought it was in a great location but really friendly people working here and a pretty decent selection of books as well. Owned by Kenny McCormick of South Park fame, who was tragically killed - repeatedly. Luckily the library is far from dead.

This is a nice library in the most beautiful part of the city. If you're into libraries this is one…read moreto visit.

Absolutely warrants a stop if you are around the area. We were on our way to the Mount Holly Marsh…read morePreserve for a hike and made it a point to pay it a visit. We were so glad we did. The library was named after Amelia S Givin, obviously the benefactress of the library and a woman in the paper industry ahead of the time which was dominated by men. The library is constructed in Richardsonian Romanesque architecture, built with bricks and brown stones. Inside one can see "groups of semicircular arched windows, intricate carvings, and a semicircular apse". The latter is my favorite room, sporting 2 wheeled ladders attached to the rail on the wall. This is a great place to admire, reflect, and enjoy a quality quiet time.

What an absolute delight this hidden jewel of a library is in Mount Holly Springs, PA! The Amelia…read moreGivin Free Library has the appearance of a rustic castle on the outside, and once you're inside, it's like stepping into that scene in The Beauty and the Beast with the walls of bookshelves. The ambiance of this place is unmatched - it is saturated with character and will take you back to the days when information was housed in physical books and you had to search for it, instead of having it at your fingertips online. I held a book of poetry from the 1800s in my hands, and it was housed on an adorable shelf with a whole set of the books that were in the original library back before the turn of the 20th century. It's a unique combination of small and homey, while also being quite large. I can't imagine there being 100 people in this place comfortably at the same time, but if that's what you're looking for, you can go to the Bosler Library in Carlisle. This place is a vintage library experience, with all the benefits of being a part of the Cumberland County library system. I can't encourage you enough to check this place out - it was absolutely fantastic!

Treasure trove of history! Lose all sense of time in a bibliophile's dream at the State Library…read more.. Awesome staff and fabulous collection of all books Pennsylvania.

From the owner: The State Library of Pennsylvania welcomes everyone who wishes to learn about the resources of…read morePennsylvania and encourages each and every one to explore the Library's services and collections.These reflect the Library's basic mission to provide preserve the stories of Pennsylvania while also providing assistance to the Commonwealth government. The collection is particularly strong in the fields of public administration, economics, political science, statistics, education, public services, as well as North American, United States and Pennsylvania history.

Very bright lit library. There is ample parking lot. Very peaceful place to study. There is also a…read morecharming children's area with two tables, trains, and more shelves with various toys in bins. There is also a small play kitchen with play food with toddlers. Comfy chairs scattered through the library. They even have a kid sized restroom! Friendly librarians and staff.

From the owner: Welcome to your library: Dillsburg Area Public Library! Our friendly and knowledgeable staff share…read morefun and educational programs with everyone in the family, and our early-childhood activities are designed to meet state educational standards. Bestselling authors, a special room for kids, Internet access, and abundant free parking await you here at our new location on Mumper Lane. See you at the library!

The staff of the Madeline L. Olewine Library is so helpful and accommodating. Every time that I…read morehave needed assistance they have gone above and beyond to help me with my needs. Also, MOM is always so clean. BAW!

The staff is wonderful and so is the variety of books! They also have plenty of computers for you…read moreto use and a photocopier!

Beautiful little community very close to Hershey, PA. There is a great little downtown area with…read moresome mom and pop shoppes and also walking trails and parks and some nice country spaces. I really enjoyed my time in Hummelstown.

I have a copy of Hummelstown native Jack Veasey's collection of poems "Handful of Hair." On the…read moreinside front cover is an original poem in his own handwriting, signed by him. What would be a good thing for me to do with this very special item?