Young at Heart

9:00am - 11:00am
Seniors
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

REAL Life Community Services invites you to Young at Heart, with free events for anyone age 60 and up. Join us at the library for coffee, chatting, games, crafts, and more on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month.

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
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. 

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!!

Lapsit Story Time

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Toddlers, Children
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. 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. 

Toddler Time

10:15am - 10:45am
Toddlers
Manheim Township
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
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.)

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. 

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
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 18 - November 20.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Story Time

10:30am - 11:15am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Moores Memorial
Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

At story time we have different themes each week and we read about them! We sing fun songs, do a craft and practice basic sign language! 

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. 

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Lancaster
Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
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.

Photo Consent

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

Sing! Sign! Storytime!

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Quarryville
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Sing! Sign!

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

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

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. 

Doggie Downtime

10:45am - 11:45am
Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Do you need some tail-wagging tranquility in your life? Gaze into “Twinkle’s” big, beautiful, calming eyes to help wash your troubles away!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Storytime for Ages 3-5

11:00am - 11:30am
Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Storytime for Children Ages 3-5 with a Caregiver

Preschool Party

11:00am - 11:45am
Children
Manheim Township
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.)

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Toddlers, Children
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. 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. 

Intro to Outlook

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

This class will provide basic knowledge of the Microsoft Outlook email platform. Topics that will be covered include sending and receiving emails as well as navigating some Outlook-specific features.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Computer Basics Level 1 (AM Class)

11:30am - 12:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Computer Basics Level 1 is a small group setting for complete beginners.

In this one-session course, we will cover:

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.

Lancaster Office of the Aging - Medicare Enrollment

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Seniors
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

In partnership with the Lancaster Office of Aging, the Lancaster Public Library - Mountville Branch will host Medicare Annual Open Enrollment Appointments.

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.

Wee Build Free Play

12:00pm - 6:00pm
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!

Pinochle Party

12:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Meld, bid, marriage, trump? You’re speaking our language! Join us every 1st and 3rd Wednesday for an afternoon of pinochle. This program runs until 3:30 p.m. Seniors.

Conversations about getting older

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Join this popular discussion series in exploring how seniors keep their emotional and thinking skills sharp. Walk-ins are welcome as space permits.

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.

History Book Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

LPL presents History Book Club written over lion statue

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.

Critical Life Skills: Cursive & Signatures

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

We are exploring critical life skills we need as we grow into our adult lives. Learn about the cursive alphabet and practice writing in cursive. Learn about signatures and why it’s important to have one unique to you.

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.

Come Out and Clay!

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Calling all junior sculptors! Come out and clay with us! In this program, kids will create a themed creation using air dry clay, while also learning basic sculpting techniques. It’s “shaping” up to be a great time! Ages 6-9.

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.

Storybook Club for Tweens

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tweens
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

We will work together as a group to create our very own book. Be ready to contribute ideas, writing and art! We recommend you try to come to all sessions as we will be continuing stories from previous months. 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.

Lititz Game Club

4:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Meets the first and third Wednesday of the month.

Adult Game Night

5:00pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Are you an adult who loves board games but don't have anyone to play them with? Come to the Library the first Wednesday of every month for a couple hours of casual competition...a variety games are available. No need to register.

Emailing like a Pro: Gmail

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Learn advanced features of Gmail including notifications, read receipts, scheduling messages, creating rules and creating labels. The class will evaluate the challenges and strengths of these functions in a professional and personal setting.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Keep Calm and Carry Yarn

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Knitters and crocheters of all experience levels are invited to join us at the Library on the first Wednesday of the month to work on personal projects and socialize with others. Ages 18+.

The Classics Club

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

Join the Classics Club as they meet to discuss The Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allen Poe. Participants are encouraged to read another one of Poe's works of their choosing.

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.

Astronomy club

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

Come find out what is in our night sky! 

No registration needed.

Computer Basics Level 1 (PM Class)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Computer Basics Level 1 is a small group setting for complete beginners.

In this one-session course, we will cover:

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.

Pajama Storytime

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
Registration Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Musser Park
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join us at Musser Park for Pajama Storytime.

We will read stories, sing songs, and dance!

Miss Shannon will be wearing her pajamas, and you can too!

All ages welcome with a parent/caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Toastmasters International

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Business & Career, Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Afraid of public speaking?  Looking to improve your communication skills at work?  Come join us as we improve our speaking and leadership skills in a friendly, supportive environment.  The Conestoga Toastmasters Club meets the first

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.

Charting Your Way Through High School for College, Career, or Military, with Natalie Mack, MEd

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Eastern Lancaster County
Registration Open
Required
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Presentation, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Preparing your teen for their post-graduation goals requires planning.

Wednesday Night Book Club

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

On Wednesdays, we discuss books!

Beginning July 3, join us every 1st Wednesday to discuss a monthly fiction or non-fiction selection.