Live Music and Dance for Families at Martin Library

The quiet room at Martin Library will not be so quiet on Saturday, January 12, 2012 from 11am-12pm and 1-2pm when the Susquehanna Folk Music Society- Kolo Club performs live music and dances in colorful costumes- an activity for families with children of all ages.  It appears that you need to register to attend this event so call quickly, just in case! 

Call Fran Keller at Martin Library at 846 5300 x225
Martin Library is downtown in York, PA on Market St.

The Lego Club at the Dillsburg Area Public Library

The Dillsburg Area Public Library has a Lego club the first Thursday of every month from 6-7pm.  The first club meeting will be held on Thursday, January 3, 2012.  This activity is for elementary school-aged children and Legos will be provided.  Finished projects will be displayed at the library. 
You can find out more information by calling the Dillsburg Area Public Library at
717-432-5613.

Winter Small Wonders Series at Nixon Park

The Winter Small Wonders at Nixon Park is a series for children ages 3-4 and their adult to explore and learn about nature.  Classes will explore outside (probably weather permitting) and include crafts and snack. 

The Winter Small Wonders Series costs $35 per child and their adult and is held every Wednesday in January from 1-2:30pm.  You can register by calling 717-840-7440 or you may download the registration packet from the website at www.yorkcountypa.gov. 

Marshmallow Hike at Rocky Ridge

The Marshmallow Hike at Rocky Ridge is an outdoor hike through the park to search for Mother Nature's gifts.  After the walk, enjoy a fire and hot cocoa. 
The Marshmallow Hike dates and times are:
Thursday, December 27, 2012 from 1-3pm
Saturday, December 29, 2012 from 9:30-11:30am and 1-3pm

This is a free event but registration is required.  You can register for the Marshmallow Hike by calling 428-1961. 
The Marshmallow Hike meeting area is located at
Rocky Ridge Park,
Hidden Laurel Picnic Area,
Pheasant Pavilion

Christmas Adventure at Nixon Park

Christmas Adventure is a nature-themed scavenger hunt and hike at Nixon Park and will be held on Sunday, December 23, 2012 from 1-3:30pm.  This event is indoor and outdoor and it's going to be really cold this weekend so be sure to bundle up! 
There is no registration and no fee for Christmas Adventure, and you may arrive at any point during the event to start. 

Christmas Adventure is located at
Nixon Park Nature Center

5922 Nixon Drive York, PA 17403
Phone: 717-428-1961
Email: nixoncountypark@yorkcountypa.gov

Santa at the York Galleria Mall 2012

The York Galleria Mall in East York has many opportunities for kids (the furry ones too!) to meet and spend time with Santa in December.

Photos with Santa is held in the JC Penny court, on the first floor.  Photo packages start at $21.
Santa's photo hours are:

Monday - Saturday: 10am to 9pm (Break: 1pm to 2pm & 5pm to 6pm*)
Sunday: 11pm to 5pm (Break: 2pm to 3pm*)
Christmas Eve: 10am to 6pm (Break: 1pm to 2pm*)

Breakfast with Santa:

Saturday, December 15, 9am to 10am
Located in the Food Court

Story Time with Santa:

Wednesday, December 5, 9:30am to 10am
Wednesday, December 12, 9:30am to 10am
Wednesday, December 19, 9:30am to 10am

Pet Photo Night:

Sunday, December 9, 7pm to 8:30pm

Christmas Magic 2012 A Festival of Lights at Rocky Ridge

Are you searching for Christmas Magic 2013?

 

Via: http://yorkcountypa.gov/parks-recreation/events/christmas-magic/christmas-magic.html

Rocky Ridge County Park has kicked off the holiday season with its 29th annual Christmas Magic, A Festival of Lights.  Christmas Magic 2012 is a half mile trail with hundreds of thousands of lights on display, holiday scenes, train displays and more. 
When: Christmas Magic will be held throughout the park until December 31, 2012.  Monday-Friday from 6-9pm, Saturday and Sunday from 5-9pm. 
Where: Rocky Ridge County Park.  3699 Deininger Rd, York, Pa 17406
Cost: Adults $8, Ages 4-12 $6, Under 4 is free, Seniors (60+) $7, Groups of 12+ adults $7 each, Groups of 12+ kids $5 each.


New for 2012:
-More lights, props, scenes, new themes
-A bigger train display
What else:
-Food vendors, including Brown's Orchards, Bricker's Fries and more will be serving some great comfort and holiday food.
-Wednesday, December 5 is Pet Night.  Bring your pet along during normal business hours and even get a picture with Santa for $5.
-Beginning December 11 and continuing as weather permits, there will be ice sculptures by students from The School of Culinary Arts.
-Many county municipalities offer a buy-one-get-one-free coupon for certain dates.  If your township or borough doesn't offer this coupon you may also print it from the website. 
-Live entertainment each business evening- see the website above for details.