Food Truck: W Donuts

9:00am - 11:00am
Everyone
Milanof-Schock
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Outdoors
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

W Donuts will be at the Library on Wed, July 10 from 9am until they sell out.

Homestead Village - 1800 Village Circle, Lancaster, PA 17603

9:15am - 10:30am
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Homestead Villages. 

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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Lapsit Story Time

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies
Ephrata
Registration Closed
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Infants, young toddlers and their caregivers sing songs, recite fun rhymes and read together. Participants also learn fingerplays, basic sign language and play together. Ages 0-24 months.

Erick Hershey Magician

10:00am - 11:00am
Everyone
Adamstown
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Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

NEW LOCATION: This event will be held at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 80 E Main St Adamstown.

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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
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
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.

2024 Book Titles

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Wonder of Thunder

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Manheim Community
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Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Summer Reading
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Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Summer is full of crazy weather! In this program, we will read the book The Wonder of Thunder by Sharon Purtill and learn that storms are not that scary and actually help the planet!

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.

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.

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
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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.)

Family Storytime (with a special guest!)

10:30am - 11:30am
Toddlers
Quarryville
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 18 months to 6 years with caregiver – other family members are 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.

Phredd Ukulele One Man Band

10:30am - 11:30am
Everyone
Milanof-Schock
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Outdoors
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Phredd Ukulele One Man Band - Ukulele Flailing, Harmonica Wailing, Suitcase Drumming, Kazoo Hum-Humming, Ukulele Bundle of Joy!

This program will be outside weather permitting.

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Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Share the joy of reading with your little ones and join Miss Rachel for stories, songs, and a craft!

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

Preschoolers (ages 3-6) will enjoy this program th

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.

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Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Toddlers
Mountville Branch
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Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Storytime Corner
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Music, Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Sun and clouds on a light blue background with the words Toddler Time in the foreground

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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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Storytime for Ages 3-5

11:00am - 11:30am
Children
Strasburg-Heisler
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Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
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Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Storytime for Children Ages 3-5 with a Caregiver

Preschool Party

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

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

Woodcrest Villa - 2001 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Woodcrest Villas. 

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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Wee Build 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
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!

Painting club

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community 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.

Quilt Study

12:30pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Do you love quilts? Do you enjoy hearing the history behind them? Come to the Library for this Quilt Study where participants can bring a quilt (optional) to spread out for the group to study.

Mah-Jongg Group

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Adamstown
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Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Experienced players as well as people wanting to learn are invited to drop in to play Mah-Jongg on the first Monday, second Wednesday, or Third Thursday of each month. Please see dates listed on the calendar.

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Accessibility

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Mennonite Home - 1520 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601

1:15pm - 2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Mennonite Home Retirement Community. 

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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The Amazing, Trailblazing MAGIC Adventure!

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children, Tweens
Ephrata
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Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

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

Constellation Jars

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Catch stars in a jar as we learn about constellations and then make a constellation inside a jar to use as a night light or accent light.

Ages 5+

Registration is appreciated, but not required—adult caregivers do not need to

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.

Crafts in the Middle!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Quarryville
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Library: Quarryville
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Ages 10-14. Make crafts at the library in the middle of the day, in the middle of the week, in the middle of the month for middle grade students! A different craft each month and yes, there will be snacks!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

Afternoon Book Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly gathering of book lovers! This month we'll be discussing The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain.

 

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.

Teen Gaming: 2nd Wednesday Edition

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

TV screen with words Teen Gaming displayed

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Moravian Founders - 300 W Lemon St, Lititz, PA 17543

3:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Moravian Founders. 

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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Citizen Science for Teens and Tweens

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Eastern Lancaster County
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Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Want to be a scientist? Learn how you can help real scientists collect real data on real projects around the world. Snacks will be provided.

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.

Food Allergies

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

Moravian Warwick - 544 W 6th St, Lititz, PA 17543

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Moravian Warwick Woodlands. 

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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Kids' Gardening Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Outside
Age Group: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

We will be creating our own garden at the Library! We’ll plan, plant and take care of our garden and watch it grow. We will also experiment and have fun trying out our own gardening methods! Ages 5-9.

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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.

Holy Guacamole: Ice Cream Edition

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tweens
Ephrata
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Required
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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

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.

Move More Challenge Meet-Up

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Adamstown
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Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Move More Lifestyle Activity Challenge – Wednesdays July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

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Trivia for Teens

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Do you know a lot of random stuff? Do you think you know more random stuff than other random teens? We’ll be breaking up into teams and seeing who knows the most trivia!

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.

Special Needs

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

Youth Chess Camp

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Teens
Quarryville
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Required
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 7-15.

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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.

The Classics Club

6:00pm - 7:15pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Columbia
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Library: Columbia
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join the Classics Club as they discuss The Book Thief  by Marcus Zusak.

All are welcome to attend. 

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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Becoming a Homeowner

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Finance, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Join Truist Bank at the library for a summer-long financial education series!

Becoming a Homeowner will help individuals determine whether homeownership is right for them.

Board Game Club: Learn to Play Party Games

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Tweens, Teens
Manheim Township
Registration Closed
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

This program is for youth ages 10-14 years of age.

Pajama Storytime

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
Registration Closed
Required
Offsite Event
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Musser Park
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 43
Event Details:

Join us INSIDE the Lancaster City Branch for a VERY special Pajama Storytime. 

We're super excited to welcome local band The Electives to tonight's storytime! Come to hear some music and dance to it, too!

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Great Decisions Discussion Group

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion
Event Details:

If you have an interest in foreign affairs, join us for this moderated, non-partisan discussion group. No special knowledge is required for this informal discussion forum, just an inquiring mind. No registration required.