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

  • Blackout Poetry Station
    on April 22, 2024 at 10:00 am

    Celebrate National Poetry Month by using old book pages to create some poetry! Keep parts of the original text, while drawing over or crossing out other parts. Book and magazine pages

  • Baby Story Time
    on April 22, 2024 at 10:15 am

    Join Miss Katie for lap bounces, songs, stories and more. Suggested ages birth through age 2. 

  • Toddler Story Time
    on April 22, 2024 at 11:15 am

    Join Miss Katie for books, songs, movement activities and more! Suggested ages 2-3 years. 


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