Book Buddies

10:00am - 10:30am
Children, Tweens, Teens
Lititz
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Older students are paired with younger children to read together.

Hear a story as a large group, read with your buddy, and make 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. 

Baby's First Storytime!

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies
Quarryville
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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.

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.

Friends of the Library Meeting

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Fundraiser
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Library for their monthly meeting. All are welcome!

Baby Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Lancaster Public Library’s Summer Reading Program is a community tradition that promotes reading for fun and lifelong enrichment.

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 Storytime - Shapes

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

Join us in the month of July as we explore the shapes we see in the world around us!

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.

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, but old

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Crazy About Rainbows!

11:30am - 12:30pm
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Rainbows are magical. When do we see rainbows and why? Put on a pair of rainbow glasses and see all the beautiful colors of light. Together we will read a rainbow book, play games and complete a rainbow craft. Ages 3-7. 

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.

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.

Baby Storytime

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Babies
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Lancaster Public Library’s Summer Reading Program is a community tradition that promotes reading for fun and lifelong enrichment.

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. 

Summer LEGO Block Party! Special time!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children
Quarryville
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Kids ages 5+ are invited to join us each month for our Lego Block Party! We’ll have suggested challenges or use your imagination and creativity to build your own design.

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.

Tween Hangout

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tweens
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come hang out at the Library! We will have board games and coloring available. Feel free to bring things like Pokémon cards, sketching supplies or other small activities to work on as we hang out together! 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.

Baked Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Registration Open
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

 

For more information contact Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org

Camp Bluey and Bingo!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Hooray! Join us at the Library for a fun, exciting Bluey adventure!! This 2-day camp will feature all the silliness and fun of the hit 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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens

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.

Teen Gamers Club

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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. 

Future Architects Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Lancaster
Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Business & Career
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Lancaster city is filled with interesting architecture 🏫🏛🏢

Are you a teen who dreams of designing interesting spaces for living, working, and playing? If so, join us for a  biweekly studio-style club focused on architecture!

Art Camp for Tweens

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

Come explore painting, drawing and other fun art projects. Things might get a little messy so please dress appropriately! 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.

Intro to Internet

5:30pm - 7:00pm
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 in-person workshop is for those who are new to the internet or want to build more confidence in finding information online and navigating websites.

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.

Read or Die: In-Person Book Discussion

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Ephrata
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

To read is to live! Join us as we discuss “Arsenic and Adobo” by Mia P. Manasala. Ages 18+. 

Yoga at the Library!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

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.

Knitting club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Knitting Club is for people who knit and like to share the craft. This is not a class or instruction, just a friendly gathering to knit and work on projects. Must bring all your own supplies. Crocheters also welcome.

Genealogy Group

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Adamstown
Registration Open
Required
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This group meets at the library on the 2nd Tuesday of each month for short talks from genealogy researcher Ken McCrea, along with lively discussions and research help. For older students and adults.   

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.