American Girl Bag Pickup

All Day
Children
Adamstown
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
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!

FREE Health Screenings

9:00am - 1:00pm
Everyone
Lancaster
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

3 Week Parachute Play

9:30am - 10:00am
Children
Lititz
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Little Ducklings- Baby and Caregiver Class

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies
Strasburg-Heisler
Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Babies
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Little Ducklings-Baby and Caregiver Class for babies 3 months up to 1 year. 

Little Ducklings is a fun interactive program designed for parents or caregivers and their babies.

Tiny Tales Story Time

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies
Columbia
Registration Open
Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Stories, bubbles, music, and play time for our youngest library friends. Ages birth to age 2, with their caregiver.

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. 

Preschool 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 Monday 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.

Parachute Play

10:15am - 10:45am
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

3 Week Parachute Play

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Lititz
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

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

11:00am - 11:45am
Toddlers
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

Market Monday

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:

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)

Painting for Homeschoolers

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tweens
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn about different types of painting and try them for yourself! Things might get a little messy so please dress appropriately. Ages 10-14.

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.

Closely Knit

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
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. 

Model Train Display

3:00pm - 7:00pm
Everyone
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community

Queer Safe Space with Lititz Chooses Love

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

Letting Off STEAM: Holiday Fun!

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Kids are invited to the Library for a festive holiday STEAM program where we blend science, technology, engineering, art and math with the magic of the season!

3 Week Parachute Play

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Children
Lititz
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Video Game Night for Adults: Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

You find yourself trapped alone in a room with a ticking time bomb. Your friends have the manual to defuse it, but they can’t see the bomb, so you’re going to have to talk it out – fast!

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.

Evening Storytime with Mr. Ben

6:15pm - 6:45pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive evening storytime every Monday night in the Silo! We will read wonderful stories, sing amazing songs, and use our trusty parachute to create a fun interactive experience!

Hooks and Needles: Yarn Craft Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Everyone
Eastern Lancaster County
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!

Mystery Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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.