Closing

Library Closed ALL DAY for Technology Upate

All Day
Strasburg-Heisler
Branches:
Strasburg-Heisler
Description:

In order to better serve our patrons, all Libraries in the Lancaster County Library System  will be undergoing a technology update. Expect online services to be unavailable as well.

We apologize for the inconvenience

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and staff within Willow Valley Retirement Community. 

This stop is located at the Meadow Ridge location, right outside the library area.

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.

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This event is in the "Babies" group.

Little Steps - Babies

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies
Lititz
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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. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Storytime

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

Ages 3 - 5 years, independent of a caregiver (Child must be 3 by January 1, 2025.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 28 - April 8.

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Photo Consent

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

Poetry Saves with Thunda Katt

9:30am - 11:30am
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join Thunda Khatt at Lancaster Public Library for a six-week poetry workshop series centered around affirmation, acceptance, and self-love. 

Patrons from all walks of life are invited to find their voice through the written wo

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Friends Book Sale

9:30am - 7:00pm
Everyone
Adamstown
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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. 

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

Preschool Story Time - Tuesday

10:00am - 11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Community
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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.

Photo Consent

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

Reservation

VITA

10:00am - 3:00pm
Quarryville
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Purpose of Meeting

VITA provides access to free tax prep to anyone in Lancaster County who makes $70,000 or less.

This event is in the "Babies" group.

Little Steps - Babies

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies
Lititz
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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. 

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

Preschool Storytime - Weather

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

Look up in the sky, what do you see? This month we will focus on stories and activities that explore weather and the seasons!

 

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.

Special Needs

Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Toddlers
Lititz
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Required
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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 January 1, 2025.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 28 - April 8.

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.

Homeschool STEM/History Mystery

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Milanof-Schock
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Miss Jan mixes a STEM element with a historical mystery and includes a little creative writing. @10:30a (Ages 7+; must register)

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Yoga with Sarah

10:30am - 11:30am
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Join Sarah for a slow flow vinyasa yoga class. This style class is great for any level of experience.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and staff within Willow Valley Retirement Community. 

This stop is located at the Glen community. 

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.

Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:30am
Toddlers
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Toddler Storytime

11:30am - 12:00pm
Toddlers
Lititz
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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 January 1, 2025.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 28 - April 8.

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

Adult Coloring Program

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get in touch with your inner child at LPL’s Adult Coloring Program 🖍

Pink background with multiple colored pencils pointing left toward words: Adult Color

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

Duplo Free Play

12:00pm - 6:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

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

Mahjong Club

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Required
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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+.

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

Coterie Book Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
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: 30
Event Details:

Coterie Book Club meets the third Tuesday of each month from 1pm-2pm, on a September to May schedule. Canceled meetings are rescheduled for June. 

2024-2025 Titles:

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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Next Generation Senior Center. 

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. 

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

Word: Formatting Tables & Lists

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Participants will understand, format and evaluate the use of tables in documents. This class is focused on how the table function can be used in Word and bulleted and numbered lists.

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.

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

How to Spot a Scam

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Columbia
Room: COL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Are you concerned about becoming a victim of a scam?

Learn how to:

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

Blanketeers

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Help with Bella!

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Quarryville
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Do you need help with technology? Drop in on Tuesday afternoons to get assistance from Bella, a local young adult in our community who has offered her time and talent.

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

Teen Tuesday

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Eastern Lancaster County
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Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, STEM
Event Details:

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

No registration required. Walk-ins welcome! For tweens and teens.

 

Teen Tuesday Spring 2025 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

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Gamers Club

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
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.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.
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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 materials, 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.

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.

Cartooning Made Easy!

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Quarryville
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

For ages 7-16. Attendees will be instructed on the basics of cartooning so they can caricature the world around them and create original cartoons as well as draw their favorite cartoon characters.

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

Lancaster YWCA Waystation - Tear Jar Project Artists Salon

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Required
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

The 2025 YWCA Waystation Performance Lab is grounded in the lyric "The art of making art is putting it together."

A 90 min presentation by the twenty-five creative artists collaborating on THE TEAR JAR: A graphic blues opera.

This event is in the "Babies" group.

Little Steps - Babies

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Babies
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Required
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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. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Family Book Bingo

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Everyone
Milanof-Schock
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Details:

Miss Jan's BINGO is an interactive program with themed rounds. So much fun!! Guess what we have for prizes - BOOKS of course!!

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

Privacy and Security

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

The goal of this class is to review the basics of online security and general ways to safeguard personal information. Topics covered will include viruses, malware, spam, phishing attacks and password habits.

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

Tech Toys

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Patrons ages 3 and up are invited to spend an evening fine tuning their tech skills by engaging with our tech toys, such as Bee-Bots, Snap Circuits, and Tinker Toys.

Open to children ages 3-12 plus their adult caregive

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

Yoga at the Library!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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.

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

Toastmasters Presents Youth Leadership for Tweens and Teens

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Business & Career
Event Details:

 Registering for the first week (March 4th, 2025) will hold your place for all six weeks of the workshop. 

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

Almost Perfect Crimes

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Adamstown
Registration Closed
Required
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Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join Miss Jess as we discover together “Whodunit!” Upon registration, you will receive the Zoom link. The Mini Murder Mystery Story for each month is attached to this event page (or will be attached soon!).

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Jane Austen Society

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Everyone
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation
Event Details:

Come discuss all things Jane Austen and the Regency Period, while enjoying tea and sweets. No registration needed.