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Homeschool STEM/History Mystery

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Details:

STEM/History Mystery is a combined program that focuses on a STEM creation involving history! There are two different time/date offerings for the same topic. Thursday, May 16 and Tuesday, May 21 (Ages 7+; Please Register)

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Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

This stop is for everyone, located behind the Tempo Clubhouse location.

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, check out or return materials, and request holds for future stops.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Third Thursday Crafternoon

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join Miss Esther for a fun craft program once a month at 3:30pm! Check registration to see which room of the library we will be hosting it, as that may change as the program gets closer.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime After School!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Tween Gamers Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Join us for some relaxation and video games on our Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 10-12.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

This stop is open to the public.

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, return and check out materials, as well as request holds for future stops.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Science for Tweens

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Join us for a fun afternoon of science experiments! Ages 10-12.

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Late Arrival

Please note that if you arrive after the start of the program, your spot may be forfeited. Please reach out to us if you cannot attend or are running late.

No Show

If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Sing & Sign

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 74
Event Details:

Join Darla Bair, Music for Everyone's Director of Choral Activities, for a storytime for preschoolers and their families.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Noveltea Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The words Noveltea Book Club next to a stack of four books with a cup of tea on top

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Terrific Trails!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Health & Wellness, Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 31
Event Details:

Best for adults, teens, older kids.  Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Join Lancaster native and librarian Keith Greenawalt as he discusses some of his favorite local and regional trails.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Concert: Jamie O'Brien and the Launies

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lititz
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 68
Event Details:

Indoor Concert: Jamie O’Brien and the Launies

Thursday, May 16 at 6:30 pm

This event is in the "Children" group.

Pajama Party Story Time

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Join us and enjoy the magic of the library at night. Get lost in bedtime stories, play games and enjoy some arts and crafts all while wearing your pajamas! Don’t forget to bring a favorite stuffed animal! Ages 2-6.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Milanof-Schock Library Board Meeting

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The Board of Milanof-Schock Library meets the third Thursday evening of every month. The public is welcome.

The Board does not meet in December.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Connect with a Social Worker

9:30am - 12:00pm
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Are you facing challenges or seeking support in your life? A licensed social worker from REAL Life Community Services is here to help! To make an appointment, call Emelia at 717-336-7797 option 1 or email her at Emelia@reallcs.org.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Knitting Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Township
Registration Closed
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Welcome all knitters, crocheters, loom knitters, cross stitchers, felters, spinners, and embroiderers—anyone who transforms fiber into amazing creations is invited to attend our bimonthly Knitting Club.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Toddler Time with Stay and Play

10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Hello, and welcome all between the all ages 0-48months(4-year-olds)! This is a time your child/kiddo to bond with you, new friends, learn to share, and listen to a short story. The basics of this program is play.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Spring Plant Sale

10:00am - 5:00pm
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Offsite Location
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Fundraiser
Event Details:

Come, celebrate spring at the Friends of the Mountville Branch Library Spring Plant Sale!

Friday, May 17 from 10AM-5PM

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Kids Crafts and Coffee- May

10:15am - 11:15am
Strasburg-Heisler
Join Waitlist
Registration
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come have FUN and make some new friends!  We will do a toddler/preschool friendly craft, sing songs, and play!  The Library will provide coffee for the adults!! (From Joe on the GO!!)

This event is in the "Children" group.

Marietta Story Time with Miss Jan

10:30am - 11:15am
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Offsite Location
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

Miss Jan is going to Marietta for a special story time at the old First National Bank building, 100 W. Market Street.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Parachute Play

11:00am - 11:30am
Manheim Township
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Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registration will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, May 1st for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Friday, May 3rd for residents of other municipalities.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Sit & Knit

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you knit or crochet? Bring your latest project and join your fellow crafters on the comfy chairs in front of the fireplace. Drop-in to work on your craft, get inspired, trade tips, and chat in a comfortable, relaxed setting.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Technology Help

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Could you use some help with your mobile devices? Or maybe you want to learn Word or apply for a job online? Come to the library!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Crafterday!

9:00am - 12:00pm
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come enjoy a fun make-and-take craft from 9:00AM- 12:00PM! For children ages 4 to 11.