The Hershey Public Library has announced its upcoming virtual programs and a blood drive. Readers may register for the virtual programs at http://www.hersheylibrary.org.

Community members who do not have internet or a computer at home may sign up to borrow a laptop and a mobile hotspot from the library. For more details, they may contact Aly Tran, adult programming manager at 717-533-6555 or atran@derrytownship.org. Training on how to use the laptop and mobile hotspot and how to access the programs will be provided by library staff.

Hershey Public Library card holders may attend Connect for Your Health, virtual information health programs made possible by a grant from the National Network of Libraries of Medicine. Programs will be presented online by librarians from Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. The programs will be "Evaluating Online Health Information" on Saturday, Jan. 16, from 11 a.m. to noon; "MedlinePlus for Online Health Information" on Saturday, Jan. 23, from 11 a.m. to noon; and "Health Information in the News" on Tuesday, Jan. 26, from 6 to 7 p.m.

The library will offer a virtual Photoshop class with instructor Bryson Leidich on Saturday, Jan. 9, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

GIANT Company nutritionist Shanna Shultz will offer information on building up one's immune system through food on Tuesday, Jan. 19, from 7 to 8 p.m. Shultz will discuss key elements to include in one's diet while showcasing a recipe that could provide people with an added boost this season in this virtual class.

The community blood drive will take place on Jan. 19 from 1:30 to 6 p.m. at the library. Donors are asked to call the Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank at 800-771-0059 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins might have to wait if there are appointments when they arrive. Masks are required. Participants may choose to receive a free COVID-19 antibody test with a successful blood donation. A form of identification is required to donate.