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“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Toddlers, Children
Adamstown
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Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
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Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. 

Walk-ins welcome.

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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.

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

Family Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
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Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Join us for a Family Story Time! We’ll read books, sing songs, make a craft, and have fun!

This event is in the "Babies" group.

Lapsit Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Infants, young toddlers and their caregivers sing songs, recite fun rhymes and read together. Ages 0-24 months.

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

MTPL Book Discussion Group

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
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Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

All are welcome to join this lively group on the second Wednesday of the month. Call the library for more information and book availability at (717) 560-6441.

2023 Book Titles

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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.

Hopalong's Magical Jamboree with Erick Hershey

10:00am - 11:15am
Everyone
Columbia
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Offsite Event
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Library: Columbia
Room: COL Locust Street Park Gazebo
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
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Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for a magical country jamboree with Erick Hershey. A show for the whole family with plenty of audience participation!

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

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This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Family Story Time

10:30am - 11:15am
Everyone
Milanof-Schock
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Outdoors
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Storytime
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Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join Miss Jan for story time - a different theme each week!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Storytime for Ages 3-5

10:45am - 11:15am
Children
Strasburg-Heisler
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Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
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Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Storytime for Children Ages 3-5 with a Caregiver

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

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Toddlers, Children
Adamstown
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Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
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Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. 

Walk-ins welcome.

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

Wee Build Free Play

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

No registration is required but a responsible adult must be present with children at all times. Free building and imaginative play with kits of toys for children from 9 months to 7 years!

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

Painting Club

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Meet the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Bring your own painting supplies. Get together with others to paint and socialize. No registration required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Pool Storytime at Denver Community Pool

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Children
Adamstown
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Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Take a break from swimming and join Miss Jess at the Pool Pavilion on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Pool entrance fee at discount rate or membership required.

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Photo Consent

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This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Critter Connection

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Everyone
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
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Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join us for a hands-on, educational program featuring animals of all shapes and sizes. Children and adults will have the opportunity to touch and hold various critters. We’ll discuss animal facts and answer questions. All ages.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Movie Matinee

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie & Film
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Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Recommended for an adult audience.
Free admission … free popcorn!
Bring your favorite folding chair for extra viewing comfort!
Pre-registration is required!
 

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

eSports Practice

3:30pm - 6:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
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Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Play, compete, practice, repeat! Join the library eSports team. Currently our team practices Valorant. Interested in becoming a member or looking for more information? Reach out to us at publicprograms@ephratapubliclibrary.org.

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

Get Outside: Obstacle Course!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Outside
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community
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Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Join us on the Library lawn and get outside for running, jumping and various challenges to get moving! Parents: Kids will most likely get wet. Please have them dress appropriately and bring a towel. Ages 10-18.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Family Bingo and Trivia Night

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Eastern Lancaster County
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Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Community, Gaming, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for a night of family fun and prizes! For families. No registration is 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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Paws to Read with KPETS

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Children love dogs, and these dogs love to listen to children read! Dogs from K-Pets and their humans (otherwise known as trainers) will visit the Children's Library so children can read to them.