This event is in the "Babies" group.

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.

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Photo Consent

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

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
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 19 - November 21.

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Photo Consent

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

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

Infant/Toddler Musik Time

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies, Toddlers
Quarryville
Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

This session is meant for babies 6 months through 23 months with caregivers. Please register each child that is participating individually.

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.

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

Wiggles and Giggles- Ages 18 months up to Age 4

10:00am - 10:30am
Toddlers, Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Ages 18 months up to Age 4 with a caregiver

Come sing, dance, Wiggle and Giggle! Miss Wendy's FUN monthly themes introduce basic concepts to toddlers and young children. Come play and learn with your little ones!!

This event is in the "Babies" group.

“Twinkling Stars” Baby Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Simple stories, rhymes, puppets, songs, and fingerplays. Every Thursday at 10 a.m. for babies with an adult. Registration is not 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.

Photo Consent

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

This event is in the "Babies" group.

Baby Mania AM Session

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Backyard Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Lititz
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Patio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Meet together outdoors in the library's backyard! Backyard Storytimes are for the whole family, and last about 30 minutes. Bring a blanket or chairs for your family. 

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

Preschool Musik Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Quarryville
Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

This session is meant for children ages 2-5 with caregivers. Please register each child that is participating individually.

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.

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

Toddler Storytime: All About Fall!

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

Join us for Toddler Thursday this month as we explore all the wonderful things about Fall.

For ages 0-3 and siblings. No registration required.

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.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Family Story Time

10:30am - 11:15am
Everyone
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 71
Event Details:

Join Miss Jan for story time - a different theme each week!  Miss Jan will also sing some fun songs and offer a craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Creatures of the Night with Lancaster Parks and Rec

10:30am - 11:30am
Children, Tweens, Teens
Columbia
Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

What goes bump in the night? This program will introduce participants to the wildlife that is more active at night.

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.

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.

Photo Consent

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

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

Halloween Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Toddlers, Children
Mountville Branch
Registration Open
Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Join us for a special Halloween Storytime!

Orange background with three cat graphics above the words Halloween Storytime

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.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Toddlers
Lancaster
Registration Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Musser Park
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to MUSSER PARK for Toddler Time!

Toddler Time on a light blue sky fluffy cloud background

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.

Photo Consent

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

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

“The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:30am
Toddlers
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by an easy craft and free play. Every Thursday at 11 a.m. for toddlers with an adult. Registration is not 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.

Photo Consent

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

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

Exploring & Growing Together Discussion Forum

11:00am - 12:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion
Event Details:

Discussion forum offer a safe learning environment in which to discuss and explore topics and beliefs. Books, articles, and videos are used to learn about a topic and discuss it. For more information email Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Storytime

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

This event is in the "Babies" group.

Baby Mania PM Session

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Babies
Manheim Township
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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)

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

Read for the Record Storytime

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join Mr. Jordan for storytime and help to set a world record!  

We are celebrating with the organization Jumpstart! and thousands of classrooms, libraries, and communities worldwide to celebrate reading. Each year Jumpstart!

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

Knitting and Crocheting Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This club is open to all interested knitters, crocheters, and other needle or fabric crafters.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Homeschool History Mystery (afternoon)

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Homeschool History Mystery offers a little bit of history, a little bit of writing, an opportunity to learn about a mystery related to a real event in history. This same class will be offered Tues, Oct. 22 at 10:30. (Ages 7+; Please 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. 

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

Wee Build Free Play

2:00pm - 3:45pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
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!

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime After School!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Lancaster
Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School!

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. 

Closing

Library CLOSING at 5:00pm

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Columbia
Branches:
Columbia
Description:

We will be CLOSING at 5:00pm to prepare for the Mardi Gras Parade in Columbia. Be sure to look for us in the parade! 

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

Medicare Workshop

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Moores Memorial
Registration Open
Required
Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

This is a 60 minute presentation - everything you need to know about Medicare. 

We will explain how Medicare works and what to expect with each of the plan options. 

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

Thursday Night Writers Club

5:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join a community of prospective authors!

No matter what your favorite genre is or if you have experience or not, join us through the months of October and November to flex your writing skills.

We'll spend October collaborating

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

Story Time Trick or Treat Trail - Wave #1

5:45pm - 6:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center ABC
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come in costume and roam the library for treats, stories, songs, and more!

Registration is required, please register each child that is coming.

Suggested for children ages 1 to 8.

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

Story Time Trick or Treat Trail - Wave #2

6:00pm - 6:15pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center ABC
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come in costume and roam the library for treats, stories, songs, and more!

Registration is required, please register each child that is coming.

Suggested for children ages 1 to 8.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Sing and Sign!

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Children
Lancaster
Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 250
Event Details:

Miss Darla is back with more stories, songs, and signs!

Please join us this fall as Miss Darla teaches simple signs to accompany her stories.

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

Halloween Storytime

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Mountville Branch
Registration Open
Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join us for a special Halloween Storytime!

Orange background with three cat graphics above the words Halloween Storytime

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Cancelled

Lego Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Moores Memorial
Required
Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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.

Photo Consent

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

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

LEGO Creation Club

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

Once a month we will build themed creations out of LEGO bricks that will be displayed in the library. No registration required. Recommended for ages 8+ and siblings.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Reading with Sasha

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Small
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Sasha is a yellow lab and a certified therapy dog with the KPETs who helps children who struggle with reading.

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

Mah-Jongg Group

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Adamstown
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.

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. 

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

Story Time Trick or Treat Trail - Wave #3

6:15pm - 6:30pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center ABC
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come in costume and roam the library for treats, stories, songs, and more!

Registration is required, please register each child that is coming.

Suggested for children ages 1 to 8.

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

Story Time Trick or Treat Trail - Wave #4

6:30pm - 6:45pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center ABC
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come in costume and roam the library for treats, stories, songs, and more!

Registration is required, please register each child that is coming.

Suggested for children ages 1 to 8.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Jay Smar will present an informative yet musical and historical program with original and documented songs of this region during the early 1900's, highlighting the everyday struggles and life of the European coal miner in Northea

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

Haunted Manheim

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

An evening of fun & storytelling of ghostly experiences in our town...

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. 

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

Media Literacy's Time Has Come, with Dr. Stacey O. Irwin

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Presentation, Technology Class
Event Details:

Media Literacy Week is from October 21 through October 25. To increase media literacy in daily life, let's discuss analyzing, evaluating, and interacting differently with media. 

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

Story Time Trick or Treat Trail - Wave #5

6:45pm - 7:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center ABC
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come in costume and roam the library for treats, stories, songs, and more!

Registration is required, please register each child that is coming.

Suggested for children ages 1 to 8.