OPENING AT 12 NOON TODAY! LIBRARY SYSTEM-WIDE TECH UPDATE

9:00am - 12:00pm
Everyone
Strasburg-Heisler
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

IN ORDER TO BETTER SERVE OUR PATRONS, ALL LANCASTER COUNTY LIBRARIES WILL BE UNDERGOING A  SYSTEM-WIDE TECH UPDATE. EXPECT MOST LIBRARY SERVICES TO BE UNAVAILABLE UNTIL NOON. 

Little Steps - Babies

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 24 months with a caregiver

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

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Preschool Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Children
Lititz
Registration Open
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Ages 3 - 5 years (Child must be 3 by September 1, 2024.) Children attend independently.

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

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Landisville Apartments - 180 Elizabeth St, Landisville, PA 17583

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

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Landisville Apartments. 

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.

Photo Consent

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

Friends Book Sale

9:30am - 7:00pm
Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:

Whatever your favorite genre, you'll find something to love at the Friends Book Sale! $2 hardbacks, $1 trade paperbacks, 50 c paperbacks, plus kids books, puzzles, DVDs and audiobooks.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Toddler Time: Group A

10:00am - 10:30am
Toddlers
Ephrata
Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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.

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.

Baby's First Storytime!

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies
Quarryville
Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

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.

Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join Miss Esther for Tuesday story times! Registration is required. We want you in the loop if anything changes!

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.

Toddler Time

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

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.

Photo Consent

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

Little Steps - Babies

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 24 months with a caregiver

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

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Lititz
Registration Open
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Ages 3 - 5 years (Child must be 3 by September 1, 2024.) Children attend independently.

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

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Preschool Storytime: All About Fall!

10:30am - 11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for Preschool Storytime this month as we explore all the wonderful things about Fall.

For ages 4-6 and siblings. No registration required.

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.

Fire Safety and Prevention with Columbia Borough Fire Department

10:30am - 11:15am
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Columbia
Registration Open
Required
Library: Columbia
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

The Fire Department will do a show and tell around the apparatus and fire station. Also, a fire prevention speech that is based off of their puppet show.

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.

Super Science

10:30am - 11:15am
Children
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Miss Jan helps young children ages 3+ see how science is all around them. (Registration is required)

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Mountville Branch
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

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Toddler Time: Group B

11:00am - 11:30am
Toddlers
Ephrata
Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

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.

Preschool Party

11:00am - 11:45am
Children
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Story Time for the preschool set: stories, songs, and silly stuff!  Join us in the Lapp Story Silo in the Children's Room. (3 to 6 years, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church 1290 River Rd, Marietta, PA 17547

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

This stop is for adults and members of the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church. 

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.

Photo Consent

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

Toddler Storytime

11:30am - 12:00pm
Toddlers
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

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

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

This 10 week session will run September 17 - November 19.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Duplo Free Play

12:00pm - 6:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
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 Open
Required
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
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

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.

Photo Consent

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

St. John's Herr -200 Luther Ln, Columbia, PA 17512

1:45pm - 2:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at St. John's Herr. 

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.

Photo Consent

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

Blanketeers

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The Blanketeers meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. They get together to socialize and create blankets of various kinds for Project Linus.

St. Anne's Retirement Community, Main Building - 3952 Columbia Ave, Columbia, PA 17512

3:15pm - 3:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at St. Anne's Retirement Community. 

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.

Photo Consent

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

Teen Tuesdays

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Discussion, Health & Wellness, STEM
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen on Tuesdays during the school year for an hour of crafts, games, snacks and more!

No registration required. For tweens and teens.

Schedule:

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

Teen Gamers Club

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Required
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.

St. Anne's Retirement Community, Merlini Building - 100 Merlini Dr., Columbia, PA 17512

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at St Anne's Retirement Community. 

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.

Photo Consent

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

Reader's Theater for Tweens

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tweens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Join us at the Library for reader’s theater! Each month we will choose a new script to read and act out together. This is not a formal performance and is meant to be a fun way to practice reading out loud. 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.

A Place for Every Piece Workshop

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Everyone
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Lancaster-based Artists Libby Modern and Jill Good have been commissioned to create a large-scale public art installation for the Amtrak Station in Lancaster in the fall of 2024.

National Night Out- Strasburg Library Closing @4:30PM

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Everyone
Strasburg-Heisler
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Come see us at the National Night Out Event at Jaycee Park in Strasburg!

The kiddos can visit our table for some small treats and see our pal BLUEY! Don't miss the FUN!!

Little Steps - Babies

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Babies
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 24 months with a caregiver

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

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Bad Kitty Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

She is BAD! Very BAD! But she doesn’t always mean to be! Hack up those fur balls and sharpen those claws because you will fall in love with Bad Kitty - and be laughing at all her antics! First Tuesday of each month.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Bits and Bytes Technology Classes: Online Safety for Seniors

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Want to brush up on your computer skills?

Yoga at the Library!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Yoga is back at the library! Join us for this 6 week yoga session with Kelly Osborne! All levels welcome. Please bring a yoga mat or bath towel, a hand towel, and water bottle.

Exploring Abandoned Places with the Hodgsons

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Ephrata
Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting event where the Hodgsons will share their adventures exploring hundreds of abandoned locations.

Writers' Group

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Writers' Group meets on 1st - 3rd - 5th Tuesdays at 6pm!

This friendly writers’ group is for writers who are serious about their craft and in getting their work published. Writers of any genre are welcome!

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.

Beginner Tai Chi Easy with Black Cat Yoga

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Registration Open
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

Tai Chi Easy Method- A blend of Qigong and common Tai Chi movements, Tai Chi Easy is designed to improve the quality of life for all people.