Lancaster Nursing - 900 E King St, Lancaster, PA 17602

9:00am - 10:00am
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Lancaster Nursing. 

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, check out or return materials, and request holds for future stops.

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Accessibility

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Friends Book Sale

9:30am - 5:30pm
Everyone
Adamstown
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Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:

Jingle Bells!! Jingle Bells!!    Jingle in July??  Yes, Friends of the Adamstown Area Library are holding a Christmas in July sale at their weekly book sales in July.

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Book Buddies

10:00am - 10:30am
Children, Tweens, Teens
Lititz
Registration Closed
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
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Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Older students are paired with younger children to read together.

Hear a story as a large group, read with your buddy, and make a craft.

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Cancelled

Toddler Time: Group A

10:00am - 10:30am
Toddlers
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to this 30-minute story time that includes songs, short stories and learning-enriched art activities. Ages 2-4.

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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.

Baby's First Storytime!

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies
Quarryville
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for a special time just for babies as we sing and share stories, rhymes and finger plays with our grown-ups! This program is adapted from M.

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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.

Story Time - Summer Series

10:00am - 11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Community
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Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Join Miss Esther for Tuesday (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.

The Amazing, Trailblazing MAGIC Adventure!

10:00am - 11:00am
Everyone
Columbia
Registration Closed
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Offsite Event
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Library: Columbia
Room: COL Columbia Crossing
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join magician, Erick Hershey, on a magical journey across the countryside!

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.

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Patio Play

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
Event Details:

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

Toddler Time

10:15am - 10:45am
Toddlers
Manheim Township
Registration Closed
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

A time for Toddlers with their grown-up, dedicated to stories, discovery and exploring!  (18 months to 36 months, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

Baby Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A special storytime just for babies ages 0-11 months and their parents/caregivers!

Join Miss Shannon for a half hour of fun created for our youngest patrons!

Older siblings are definitely welcome (though please bring a doll or

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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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Preschool Storytime -The Great Outdoors

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
Event Details:

This month we will celebrate the great outdoors! For ages 3-6 and siblings. No registration required. 

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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.

Robotics with the Lancaster Science Factory

10:30am - 11:15am
Children
Milanof-Schock
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

This program is full.  If you are interested in joining the wait list please call the library at 717-653-1510.

The Lancaster Science Factory will bring some cool robots for you to meet!

(Ages 5+; registration required.)

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Calvary Homes - 502 Elizabeth Dr, Lancaster, PA 17601

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Calvary Homes. 

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, check out or return materials, 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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Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Mountville Branch
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Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Featuring stories, crafts, and more!

Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success.

Walk-ins are welcome! 

Preschoolers (ages 3-6) will enjoy this program the most, b

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Cancelled

Toddler Time: Group B

11:00am - 11:30am
Toddlers
Ephrata
Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to this 30-minute story time that includes songs, short stories and learning-enriched art activities. Ages 2-4.

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.

Preschool Party

11:00am - 11:45am
Children
Manheim Township
Registration Closed
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This program will be held in the Morgan Center C until future notice.

Lunch Bunch

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Children
Milanof-Schock
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Outdoors
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

Kids ages 8 and up can bring a current book they are bringing along with a packed lunch. Give a brief description of the book and if you'd recommend.

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Duplo Free Play

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

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Build and play with the Library’s DUPLO bricks.

Mahjong Club

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Matching tiles has never been this much fun! Learn and play American Mahjong right here at the library. All skill levels welcome. Ages 18+.

Baby Storytime

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Babies
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A special storytime just for babies ages 0-11 months and their parents/caregivers!

Join Miss Shannon for a half hour of fun (in the early afternoon!) created for our youngest patrons!

Older siblings are definitely welcome (thou

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Accessibility

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Long Community at Highland - 600 E Roseville Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Long Community of Highlands. 

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, check out or return materials, and request holds for future stops.

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.

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Amazing Trailblazing Magic

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children
Mountville Branch
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Mountville Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Join magician, Erick Hershey, on a magical journey across the countryside!

Specially designed for the 2024 "Adventure Begins at your Library” summer reading program, the show features magical illusions that show how READING can take us

Knitting Club

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Moores Memorial
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Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community

Painting for Teens

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxed afternoon of painting a silly and fun masterpiece! No prior skill necessary. We are exploring how much fun art can be when you leave perfectionism at home! Ages13-18.

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.

Baked Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Registration Closed
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

 

For more information contact Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org

Bits and Bytes Technology Classes: Creating Documents

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Want to brush up on your computer skills?

Ready for Kindergarten!

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Eastern Lancaster County
Registration Closed
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Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Do you have a child that is entering Kindergarten this Fall?

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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.

Teen Gamers Club

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Ephrata
Registration Closed
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for some relaxation and video games on our Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 13-18.

Teen SummerZine Watch Party at LPL

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Get to know three local authors who will offer creative writing prompts and a real-time look at their writing process.

All work will be published in a zine, and each participant will get their own copy to keep.

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Greenfield - Parking lot on Greenfield Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

This stop is for everyone.

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, check out or return materials, and request holds for future stops.

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.

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Teen SummerZine

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Manheim Township
Registration Closed
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center BC
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 54
Event Details:

Join us for another summer of writing and sharing your creative projects with Lancaster County teens and PA authors! You may join us live at Manheim Township Public Library AND via zoom!

Teen SummerZine

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Adamstown
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Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Manheim Township Library is hosting this county-wide event. Please register at https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/teen-summerzine-48257

Holy Guacamole: Ice Cream Edition

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tweens
Ephrata
Registration Closed
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In this 2-part series we will be making our very own ice cream! We will work together to come up with new and interesting ice cream flavors. Must be able to attend both sessions to participate. Ages 10-12.

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

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Summer Fun With Robots!

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Quarryville
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Our robots never go on vacation! Come and play with them at the library!

Ages 5-12, under 8 with caregiver please! Best for beginners, but we’ll have something for most robot fans!

 

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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.

Lego Challenge

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Everyone
Milanof-Schock
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Come to the Library for our Lego Challenge program where participants receive a box of Lego pieces and are challenged to create based on the theme of the month. Registration is required.

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Summer Chess Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Manheim Township
Registration Closed
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

The Manheim Township High School Chess Team is hosting a summer chess group at the Manheim Township Public Library! All skill levels are welcome to come to learn chess and improve their game.

Concerts by the Creek

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Everyone
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for this free, all-ages show in Ephrata's beautiful Grater Park. This show is held rain or shine.

Getting Acquainted with Elephants at the Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee   

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Registration Closed
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Getting Acquainted with Elephants at the Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee                

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Genealogy Group

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Adamstown
Registration Closed
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Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This group meets at the library on the 2nd Tuesday of each month for short talks from genealogy researcher Ken McCrea, along with lively discussions and research help. For older students and adults.   

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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.

Crochet with Kasey

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Registration Closed
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Library: Columbia
Room: COL Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

If you enjoying crafting and conversations, this class is for you! Hospice is in dire need of veterans blankets, so the group will be continuing their annual tradition of making veterans blankets.

Materials Needed:

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.

Photo Consent

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