Bus Trip to The Franklin Institute

9:00am–4:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Outside
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer’s nearly over, and it’s the perfect time to join us on an exciting bus trip to The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia! The bus will depart the Library at 9:30 a.m. and return by 4:30 p.m.

Nature Bookmarks w/ Lanc. County Parks Naturalist

10:00am–11:00am
Children, Tweens
Manheim Community
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Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, STEM, Summer Reading
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Make a Nature Bookmark for your summer reading! Go for a short walk outside to gather materials, then create your unique bookmark to remember nature every time you open your book.

Summer Art Club (August)

10:00am–11:30am
Children
Strasburg-Heisler
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Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
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Summer Art Club Ages 6-12
Art teacher, Miss Angie will share information and artwork from artist, Georgia O'Keeffe.

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Photo Consent

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Patio Play on the Discovery Patio

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

Toddler Thursdays - Transportation

10:30am–11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Eastern Lancaster County
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Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
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Join us in August as we explore all the ways we get around through stories and play!

For ages birth-3 and siblings. 

No registration required. 

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.

Special Needs

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

K'NEX Rail Lab with the Railroad Museum of PA

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
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Registration for K'NEX Rail Lab with the Railroad Museum of PA will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, July 23rd for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Wednesd

Nature Bookmarks

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Mountville Branch
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Library: Mountville Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
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Lancaster Public Library’s Summer Reading Program is a community tradition that promotes reading for fun and lifelong enrichment.

Parachute Games!

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Quarryville
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3 - 6 years old with a caregiver. Registration is required-space is limited.

Have fun with a parachute at the Library while practicing important skills like listening, following directions, and using our imaginations!

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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.

Creation Station

11:00am–12:00pm
Children, Tweens
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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.

Papermaking with Brandywine Battlefield Park

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration Required
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Step Into the Past - A Colonial Adventure Awaits!

Travel back to 18th-century and immerse yourself in the everyday life of the past!

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Photo Consent

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Art in the Park

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children
Milanof-Schock
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Art in the Park invites kids to create theme-inspired art based upon the works of a particular artist. The class will be held outside for the summer, weather-permitting. (Ages 7+; must register)

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Photo Consent

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Wee Build Free Play

2:00pm–3:45pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
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Drop-in program. No registration required.

LCCL After School Alliance

4:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Study Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
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Lancaster County Chooses Love is partnering with the Lancaster Public Library to provide a safe and supportive space for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families during drop-in office hours. 

During these informal office hours, an adv