Paul Smith Library of Southern York County

The Gem of New Freedom & Shrewsbury

Paul Smith Library, a “green” LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) certified building, is conveniently located adjacent to the Shrewsbury YMCA. Our friendly staff and volunteers are here to assist you and your family! Engage in our community through book clubs, book sales, and events such as Truck Zoo and Designer Bag Bingo. Our innovative early childhood activities are designed to meet state educational standards. Enjoy our collection of materials designed to educate, entertain, and inspire. Access the world using our computers or bring your own and enjoy free high-speed internet. Come visit us!

Available Amenities

  • Wi-Fi
  • Public Computers
  • Tours & Group Visits
  • Printing, Copying, and Scanning
  • After Hours Book Drop
  • Test Proctoring
  • Faxing
  • Room Rental
  • Ongoing Used Book Sale
  • Public Restrooms
  • Study/Quiet Rooms
  • Play, Learn, Grow

Upcoming Events

  • Green Thumb Garden Club
    on May 6, 2024 at 6:30 pm

    Do you have a green thumb? Love your library? Join our new garden club as we make plans to restore our library’s reading garden!

  • StoryWalk® Grand Opening at Springettsbury Township Park
    on May 8, 2024 at 1:00 pm

    Springettsbury Township, in collaboration with York County Libraries, is excited to announce the official unveiling of the StoryWalk® at Springettsbury Township Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1:00 p.m. […]

  • Wine & Crime After Dark
    on May 8, 2024 at 6:00 pm

    Bring some drinks and snacks to the Paul Smith Library and let’s talk true crime! Listen to the podcast Criminology, Episode “The Lyon Sisters.” Find the podcast on Spotify, Apple


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