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BIG Book Sale

All Day
Lancaster
Offsite Event
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Offsite Location
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Fundraiser
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đź“š The Friends of Lancaster Public Library will host the 69th Annual BIG Book Sale at the F&M College Alumni Sports Fitness Center.

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Library: Quarryville
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
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The Bookmobile is coming to the Southern End on the second Monday of each month!

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Age Group: Everyone
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This stop is open to the public. At this stop, patrons will be able to register for a library card, return books, check out books, and request holds for future stops.

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Accessibility

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FREE Health Screenings

9:00am - 1:00pm
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Lobby
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
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Visit with a team of nurses from PennState Health to receive health assessments like cholesterol screenings and blood pressure checks, as well as referrals to social services.

As part of our mission to connect people with information an

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Mark DeRose Music & Art

10:00am - 10:45am
Strasburg-Heisler
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Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
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Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Mark DeRose Music & Art show combines Mark's love for visual arts with his love for songwriting.

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Adventure Movie Trivia

10:00am - 11:00am
Adamstown
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Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
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At Adamstown Grove. How well do you know Disney Adventure Movies? Compete with other Mouseketeer families. For all ages.

Please note that access to the pavilion at Adamstown Grove is unpaved. 

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Accessibility

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

Story Time - Summer Series

10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Community
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Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime
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Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join Miss Esther for Monday (Summer Series) story times! Registration is requested, but we will not turn you away!

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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.

Late Arrival

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Special Needs

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

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The Importance of Bees with Penn State Master Gardeners

10:00am - 11:00am
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM, Storytime, Summer Reading
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Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join Penn State Master Gardeners for a storytime to learn the importance of bees, and other pollinators to our environment.  

We'll read Grandma Lisa's Humming, Buzzing, Chirping Garden by local author Lisa Doseff.

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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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Patio Play

10:00am - 12:00pm
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!

For all ages up to 3rd grade

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

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Baby Mania

10:15am - 10:45am
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
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Seats Remaining: 4
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.

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1,000 Books Celebration

10:30am - 11:30am
Quarryville
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
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Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

We’re having a gala to honor the achievements of our champion readers who have completed 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten!  Ms.

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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.

Food Allergies

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

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Ectothermic Animal Adventure with Jesse Rothacker

10:30am - 11:30am
Milanof-Schock
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Outdoors
Age Group: Everyone
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Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Being a REPTILE is an adventure! These ectothermic animals are buried alive as babies, they grow up as orphans, and they learn how to survive without teachers or parents!

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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 books, as well as request holds for future stops.

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Accessibility

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Parachute Play

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

Registration will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, May 29th for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Friday, May 31st for residents of other municipalities.

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Story Time

11:00am - 11:45am
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
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Seats Remaining: 5
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.

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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

This stop is open to the public. 

At this stop, patrons are able to register for a library card, return and check out books, as well as request holds for future stops.

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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.

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Baby Mania

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
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Seats Remaining: 6
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Cartooning Made Easy! With Ed Klein, Cartoonist

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Participants will be instructed on the basics of cartooning so they can caricature the world around them and create original cartoons as well as draw their favorite cartoon characters.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Letter Writing Club for Homeschoolers

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Community
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Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Closely Knit

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

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
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Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

This show combines Mark’s love for the visual arts with his love for song writing. Songs, art work, videos, and activities encourage young listeners to embrace and enjoy life to its fullest.

Grades K - 6

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This event is in the "Seniors" group.
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Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Presentation
Event Details:

Traveling can be an enriching and exciting experience. To make the most of it, it's wise to stay ahead of the curve with the latest trends, and to know a few tips and tricks.

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This event is in the "Children" group.

Market Monday

2:00pm - 6:00pm
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 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)

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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 or check out books, and request holds for future stops.

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Accessibility

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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
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This stop is open to the public. At this stop, patrons will be able to register for a library card, return books, check out books, and request holds for future stops.

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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.

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This event is in the "Teens" group.
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LGBTQIA+ Supportive Space Initiative

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Study Room
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

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This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Blockheadz Club

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM
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Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Build, design and create with Lego® bricks, figures and accessories all supplied by the Library. Participate in various building challenges. The theme will be revealed when you arrive at the program.

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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.

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Family Game Night: Spoons!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Children, Adults
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Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Bring the family and come play Spoons! Spoons is a fun, fast-paced and sneaky card game where players race to form sets of four matching numbers and try to not miss out on grabbing the last spoon!

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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.

No Show

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This event is in the "Teens" group.
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STEM Adventures: Bridge Challenge

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

Join Miss Jen for a STEM Adventure! Each program focuses on a different topic and challenge where you will design, build, test, and discover.

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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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Friends of the Library Meeting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Milanof-Schock
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The Friends of Milanof-Schock Library meets the second Monday evening of every month to talk about ways to support the Library. This group works with the Library to make it a successful community resource.

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This event is in the "Children" group.

Summer Snooze Storytime

6:15pm - 7:15pm
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: 7
Event Details:

Join us for a Monday night Summer Snooze Storytime! Grab your PJs and favorite plushie and join us as we sing songs, color, and read bedtime stories before you head home for a summer snooze! It’s the perfect way to end a wonderful Summer Day!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Hooks and Needles: Yarn Craft Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Eastern Lancaster County
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Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD First Floor Seating Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Are you crafty with a needle (or two)? Would you like a little company to talk shop with while you knit or crochet? Join us at the Library!

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

Read & Escape: Virtual Book Discussion

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Virtual
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Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Read exciting new books! Join us online for a book discussion of “The Dead Romantics” by Ashley Poston. A link to this virtual program will be emailed to participants after registration. Ages 18+.

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This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Mystery Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Mystery Book Discussion Group 2024 Titles:

January 8 – Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Rayborn

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Accessibility

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