Colorful Playtime

9:30am–10:00am
Toddlers
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children ages 1-2 along with their caregivers will explore colors through interactive play, songs, and books with Amy Moyer.

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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. 

Coffee and Chit-Chat

9:30am–11:00am
Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Discussion
Event Details:

Drop by the fireplace to meet our new library director and enjoy a free cup of coffee!  Corinne is eager to hear your library memories, experiences, and ideas for our community and library.

 

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Story Time

10:00am–10:45am
Toddlers, Children
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Preschoolers are invited to this story time that integrates songs and concept-enriched fingerplays. Early literacy skills, including letter and sound introduction, are included in each story time.

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.

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.

Butterflies & Moths - Lancaster County Parks System Program

10:00am–11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

What’s the difference between butterflies and moths? What’s their life cycle and host plants? How do you identify them? A naturalist will answer these and many more questions you might have about butterflies, moths and caterpillars.

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. 

Special Needs

Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.

Raven Ridge Wildlife Show

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

 

At Peace United Church of Christ, 37 E Swartzville Rd, Denver

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. 

Chalk Drawing with Miss Alyssa

10:00am–12:00pm
Everyone
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Outdoors
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

“Color Our World” by decorating the Library’s sidewalks with beautiful chalk art!  Stop in for a little while or spend the whole time drawing. This is a fair-weather only program.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Patio Play on the Discovery Patio

10:00am–12:00pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Children's Discovery
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us on our Discovery Patio for an hour of creativity and fun!

Appropriate for ages 2-7 years.

Drop-in program. No registration is required but  a responsible adult must be present with children at all times

Parachute Play

10:15am–10:45am
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a cooperative movement program where we will use our imaginations while we play with a parachute! Stories and songs will be incorporated, while we move about and use our motor skills.

Colorful Playtime

10:30am–11:00am
Toddlers
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children ages 1-2 along with their caregivers will explore colors through interactive play, songs, and books with Amy Moyer.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Color Scavenger Hunt with Lancaster County Parks

10:30am–11:30am
Everyone
Columbia
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Locust Street Park Gazebo
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Read Crayola Wild World of Animal Colors by Laura Purdie Salas to discover how an animals colors help them survive.

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. 

It Starts with a Bee Pollinator Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Lancaster Public Library’s Summer Reading Program is a community tradition that promotes reading for fun and lifelong enrichment.

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.

Music & Movement: Color

10:30am–11:30am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Sing, dance, chant, listen to music, move, and play instruments, while exploring the patterns and sounds that make up our language.  

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.

Colorful Playtime

11:30am–12:00pm
Toddlers
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children ages 1-2 along with their caregivers will explore colors through interactive play, songs, and books with Amy Moyer.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Market Monday

12:00pm–6:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Lego Free-Play Ages 5+

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Lego Free Play for children ages 5+.  

Legos will be available in the Thompson room from 1-2 pm.

Come play and use your imagination! What will you build today??

No Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Letter Writing Club for Homeschoolers

1:00pm–2:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

Letter Writing for Homeschoolers. Practice writing letters with a senior pen-pal from the community. Participants will write, send, receive and respond to letters.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Teen Cuisine: Cooking & Baking Camp

1:00pm–2:30pm
Teens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mix, bake, sauté, plate! Join us for three days of cooking and baking to practice your skills in the kitchen! Make sure to sign up for Iron Chef VS program in August!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

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.

Special Needs

Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.

Closely Knit

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We have time set aside every month for knitters to gather in the company of other knitters and work on projects. All skill levels are welcome, no need to register.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Buckhill Sleuths book club - closed to new members

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Read and discuss mysteries.

Closed to new members. 

For more information contact Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org

The Ridiculous Nicholas Comedy Show!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Everyone
Ephrata
Full
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ladies and gentlemen, prepare to be dazzled, amazed and quite possibly left questioning reality itself!

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.

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.

Photo Consent

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

Dungeons & Dragons

5:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

The notice on the bounty board in the town center reads in hasty script: "ADVENTURERS NEEDED! Urgent mission, handsomely rewarded. "

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.

The Bugs in Your Garden

5:30pm–6:30pm
Everyone
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Event Details:

Presented by Lancaster County Parks and Recreation

What’s eating your garden? 

Some bugs are good for the garden, and some are not. A park naturalist will teach us all about the bugs in our gardens. 

Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Adamstown
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Adamstown Area Library for our new monthly Book Club! Share your thoughts on that month’s book and get to know other readers in your community. All are welcome, regardless of whether you’ve finished the book. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Lego Block Party!

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration for Lego Block Party will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, June 11th for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Wednesday, June 18th for re

Retirement by Design, Presented by Allen Wessel

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Finance, Presentation
Event Details:

This presentation illustrates how you can translate your vision for retirement into tangible goals. You’ll learn investment strategies to help design the retirement you want.

Summerween for Teens

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come celebrate Summerween at the Library! We’re going to carve watermelons, play silly games and enjoy some spooky summer snacks. Ages 13-18.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Photo Consent

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

Bread Basics - Babka Bread

6:00pm–7:15pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants will learn how to make babka bread, a sweet, braided bread. Participants will be able to choose from different filling options.

Make-It Monday: Gelli Plate Printing

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month for Make-It Monday, we have guest artist, Hilary Thomas, coming in to instruct on making Gelli plate prints! 

Warm Fuzzies, Popsicles and PJs

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Ephrata
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and get cozy in your pjs with your favorite blanket! Let’s chill out with a popsicle and stories of warmth, kindness and personal triumphs.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

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.