American Girl Bag Pickup

All Day
Children
Adamstown
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Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

On the 2nd Monday of each month there will be a new American Girl packet to pick up, filled with fun for you and your doll. Starting that day, you can pick up a kit in the library foyer while supplies last. 1 per family please.

Bookmobile stops in the Southern End

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

The Bookmobile is coming to the Southern End on the second Monday of each month!

Little House Book Set Facebook Raffle

All Day
Everyone
Adamstown
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Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Virtual
Event Details:

Sept. 9-14. Fifty years ago on Sept. 11, families across the nation enjoyed the first episode of Little House on the Prairie! To celebrate, we are raffling off a new Collector’s Edition of the first 5 books.

Bart Fire Company - 11 Furnace Rd, Quarryville, PA 17566

9:00am - 10:15am
Everyone
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

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.

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.

FREE Health Screenings

9:00am - 1:00pm
Everyone
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Lobby
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

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

Tiny Tales Story Time

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies
Columbia
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Stories, bubbles, music, and play time for our youngest library friends ages birth to age 2. 

 

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. 

Cancelled

Autumn Walking Book Club!

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

Returning by popular demand, the walking book club combines the pleasures of reading, exercise, and companionship!

Fall Play & Learn Series

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Event Details:

Play and Learn flyer

Parachute Play

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

Join us for a cooperative movement program where we will use our imaginations while we play with a parachute! Stories and songs will be incorporated, while we move about and use our motor skills.

Adventures with Baby

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies
Milanof-Schock
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Required
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

This story time is especially for the very young. This 30-minute program encourages interacting with baby using songs, finger play, and age-appropriate props, like shakers, scarves, and instruments.

Sunrise Grocery - 103 Rosedale Rd, Christiana, PA 17509

10:30am - 12:00pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
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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.

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.

Story Time

11:00am - 11:45am
Children
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.

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.

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.

Crafty Cards with Bert - Notepads

11:00am - 12:15pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Registration Closed
Required
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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 enjoy crafting and conversations, this class is for you! 

The themes for this month is notepads. Participants will make three notepads to take home. 

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. 

Market Monday

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:

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 to 7 years old)

Pleasant Valley Store - 429 Sproul Rd, Kirkwood, PA 17536

12:30pm - 1:45pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
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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.

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.

Homeschool Club for Kids: How Do We Work?

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children, Tweens
Ephrata
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Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Have you ever wondered how your heart beats? Or why is it so hard to taste when you have a stuffy nose? And what’s with that weird crust you get on the inside corner of your eyes sometimes?

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.

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.

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.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

East Drumore Foods - 937 Little Britain Rd N, Quarryville, PA 17566

2:00pm - 3:15pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
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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.

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.

Readers’ Roundtable Book Discussion

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Eastern Lancaster County
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Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

All are invited to join the Readers' Roundtable for lively conversation and discussion. The book selection for September is: The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah.

Queer Safe Space with Lititz Chooses Love

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
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

Edible Fuse Beads

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Ephrata
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Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us in making a fun edible “fuse bead” craft. All materials used will not only create beautiful art, but it will be a delightful snack as well! Ages 7-11.

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

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.

Cancelled

Where's the Grub?

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Ephrata
Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Come to the Library for this program and you might find a grub, cricket, ant, mealworm, or other insect on your plate. Entomophagy (the eating of insects) is participated unintentionally on a daily basis by everyone.

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

Friends of the Library Meeting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
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.

Library Board Meeting

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Quarryville
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

The monthly meetings of our Board of Trustees are open to the community! To view this month's agenda, click on the attachment on the right-hand side of this page.

Hooks and Needles: Yarn Craft Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Everyone
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!

Library Board meeting

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Everyone
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Everyone

Mystery Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Registration Closed
Required
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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

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.