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Book Club in a Bag Pickup

All Day
Children, Tweens
Adamstown
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Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

While supplies last, families can pick up a Take Home Book Club at the library each month. Kits include a book and lots of fun activities! For ages 5-12. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Winter Reading Begins!

All Day
Everyone
Manheim Community
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Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Come into the library to pick up your Winter Reading Bingo Sheet to win a prize at the library! We have papers for all ages to participate, so parents, I hope you are ready to win too!

This event is in the "Babies" group

Baby Mania

9:30am–10:00am
Babies
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

A special time for babies to share stories, songs, rhymes and games with their grown-ups. Come play with us in the Children’s Library! (Newborn to 17 months, with adult) Limit: 10 babies.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group

Toddler Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Toddlers
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
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Ages 2 - 3 years with a caregiver (Child must be 2 by January 1, 2024.)

Storytime will last 30 minutes and will include songs, stories, nursery rhymes and playtime.

This 9 week session will run January 22 - March 18.

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

Winter Walking Book Club!

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
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Library: Quarryville
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Discussion, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Weather permitting - we will walk as long as the trail is not icy or snow-covered; or if weather conditions are unsuitable for extended time outdoors. Dress appropriately! PLEASE REGISTER FOR EVERY SESSION!

This event is in the "Children" group

LEGO Free-Play (Ages 6+)

10:00am–11:30am
Children
Strasburg-Heisler
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Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

LEGO Free-Play Mondays for ages 6+ with a caregiver. Come play and use your imagination! 

Homeschool families welcome!!

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Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Toddlers
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2 - 3 years with a caregiver (Child must be 2 by January 1, 2024.)

Storytime will last 30 minutes and will include songs, stories, nursery rhymes and playtime.

This 9 week session will run January 22 - March 18.

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This event is in the "Children" group

Preschoolers Can Do It!

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Join local author Sally McKinney for a special storytime featuring her book You Can D

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Wee Build Free Build

10:30am–12:00pm
Everyone
Milanof-Schock
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wee Build Free Build is an unstructured program for families of all ages where Miss Jan sets up a variety of building stations of different building sets. Come for the whole time or drop in for a little while.

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Story Time

11:00am–11:45am
Children
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: 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.

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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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

11:30am–12:00pm
Children
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3 - 5 years, independent of a caregiver (Child must be 3 by January 1, 2024.)

Storytime will last 30 minutes and will include songs, stories, nursery rhymes and playtime.

This 9 week session will run January 22 - March 18.

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

Market Monday

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:

Drop-in program. No registration is required.

A time for family play! Gain "shopping" experience in our weekly play market!

Each family group must include a responsible adult. (Ages 3 and up)

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

Fire Safety for Homeschoolers

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

FIRE!!! Are you prepared for a fire? Practice your fire safety skills in a fun and safe environment. Ages 10-18.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Closely Knit

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
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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.

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

ZOOM: Buckhill Sleuths’ Book Discussion

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Eastern Lancaster County
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Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Update, 1/13/2023: Due to participant preferences (given Winter conditions), this book discussion will be held via Zoom instead of in person. The Lititz Public Library has graciously agreed to host the Zoom.

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

LGBTQIA+ Supportive Space Initiative

4:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Lititz 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 advisor fro

This event is in the "Tweens" group

Board Games for Tweens

4:30pm–5:30pm
Tweens
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make your Monday less boring. Come play fun board games with your friends at the library! Ages 10-12.

This event is in the "Children" group

I Can Cook! Kids' Cooking Class

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Young children, along with an adult, can join us at the library to make easy recipes. Proper use of kitchen tools and simple cooking techniques will be introduced. Ages 6-9.

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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.

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This event is in the "Seniors" group

Excel: Intermediate

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants will be able to understand and use the sorting data functions, auto sum functions, absolute cell references and auto fill.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Canva Basic Training

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Manheim Community
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Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Career, Presentation, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is a new and introductory adult class for you to learn a few of the basics of Canva. Canva is an online tool used for graphic design/creation. Primarily used in the workplace to design posters, flyers, and social media posts.

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This event is in the "Seniors" group

Gentle Yoga

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gentle yoga is easy to follow, slower paced and accessible to people of all sizes, ages and fitness levels. Learn the fundamental concepts found in all styles of yoga; deep breathing, rejuvenating body stretches, stress reduction and relaxation.

This event is in the "Adults" group

FULL - WAIT LIST ONLY - Paper Quilling - Make-It Monday

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

Please note that as of 1/1/24 this program is full.  Registrations after this date will be added to the WAIT LIST.  Please note that your confirmation email states it is a registration for the wait list.  You will be contacted shoul

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

Cooks & Books: Lunar New Year & Spring Festival

6:15pm–7:45pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cooks & Books is an opportunity for passionate home cooks to gather around the table for conversation over a potluck feast of delicious food made from the recipes of a featured chef, food blog, or cookbook. Why not invite

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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.

Food Allergies

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

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

A Look at Libraries: Libraries Through the Ages

6:30pm–7:45pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

What is a library? How have they functioned and how have their roles' changed across time and space? This event will kick off a year-long series on libraries as idea, place, and function.