Little Steps

9:30am–10:00am
Babies
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
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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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Toddler Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Toddlers
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
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Ages 2 - 3 years with a caregiver (Child must be 2 by September 1, 2025.)

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

This 10 week session will run September 18 - November 20.

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Accessibility

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Book Club

9:30am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Community
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Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Community, Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our book club is for adults and meets once a month on the 1st Thursday, unless that falls on a holiday. In those cases, the group will be contacted to make a call on rescheduling.

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Accessibility

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“Twinkling Stars” Baby Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Babies
Adamstown
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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.

 

 

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Accessibility

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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.

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Family Place (Birth-3yo)

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Toddlers
Quarryville
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

PLEASE NOTE THE DATE CHANGES AS WE HAVE MOVED SEVERAL SESSIONS TO THURSDAY MORNINGS! THE FINAL TWO SESSIONS WILL BE ON WEDNESDAY.

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Accessibility

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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.

Sensory-Friendly Free Create

10:00am–2:00pm
Adults
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Event Details:

Sensory-Friendly

This Free Create program is designed for adult folks with IDD & autism. We want everyone to participate with their peers, regardless of motor or communication skills. 

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Accessibility

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Digital Literacy Classes

10:00am–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Columbia
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Library: Columbia
Room: COL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Digital Literacy Classes: Computer Lab, LinkedIn, and How to Spot a Scam

Book Babies AM Session

10:15am–11:00am
Babies
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Book Babies is 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) 

United Zion Retirement Community - 722 Furnace Hills Pike, Lititz, PA 17543

10:15am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at United Zion Retirement Community. 

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, check out or return materials, and request holds for future stops.

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Accessibility

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Backyard Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Patio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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. 

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Toddler Thursdays

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

Toddlers will dance, zoom, scoot and hop between stories selected to promote language development. All adults are expected to participate and encourage the children to join in the fun. For ages 0-3 and siblings. 

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Accessibility

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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.

Family Story Time w/Miss Katelyn

10:30am–11:15am
Everyone
Milanof-Schock
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Storytime
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Event Details:

Join Miss Katelyn for a fun story time of songs, stories, and a themed craft! 

October 1&2-mermaids
October 8&9-dragons
October 15&16-monsters
October 22&23-witches
October 29&30-ghosts
 

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Toddler Time

10:30am–11:30am
Toddlers
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This crowd-pleasing program offers social interaction and builds a love of reading through engaging stories, fun songs, and more ✨

Ages 1-2 · Siblings are always welcome

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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.

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“The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time

11:00am–11:30am
Toddlers
Adamstown
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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.

 

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Accessibility

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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.

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Play & Learn (3 - 5 Years)

11:00am–12:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Quarryville
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Health & Wellness, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

PLEASE NOTE THE DATE CHANGES AS WE HAVE MOVED SEVERAL SESSIONS TO THURSDAY MORNINGS! THE FINAL TWO SESSIONS WILL BE ON WEDNESDAY.

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Accessibility

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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.

Safe & Spooky Stories

11:00am–12:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids can bravely join in the holiday spirit of Halloween this year!

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Late Arrival

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Preschool Storytime

11:30am–12:00pm
Children
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
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Event Details:

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

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

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Accessibility

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Neffsville Cottages - 6 Terrace Dr, Lancaster, PA 17601

12:30pm–1:15pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Neffsville Cottages. 

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, check out or return materials, and request holds for future stops.

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Accessibility

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Book Babies PM Session

1:00pm–1:45pm
Babies
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Book Babies is 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) 

Perler Madness for Homeschoolers

1:00pm–2:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get creative and make your own Perler bead creations. The possibilities are endless! Ages 10-14. 

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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

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Google Workspace: Sheets (Beginner)

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Google Sheets is a free spreadsheet program located within Google Workspace Suite.

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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

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No Show

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Knitting and Crocheting Group

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

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

Thanks to the Britton family for being our Adult Program sponsor!

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Accessibility

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Neffsville Nursing - 2829 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601

1:45pm–2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Neffsville Nursing.

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, check out or return materials, and request holds for future stops.

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Accessibility

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Cancelled

Family Place: Worry Workshop

2:00pm–2:45pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Family Place Organization was created to help provide families with resources, referrals or references regarding their child’s health and wellness.

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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

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Wee Build Free Play

2:00pm–3:45pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Anime After School!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School!

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Accessibility

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Brunswick Farm Apartments - 359 Hampden Dr, Lancaster, PA 17603

4:00pm–5:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

This stop is open to the public, stopped within Brunswick Farm Apartments near the community center.

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, check out or return materials, and request holds for future stops.

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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.

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LCCL After School Alliance

4:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Study Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Lancaster County 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 adv

Be an Artist

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

Kids are invited to come explore great works of art and the artists behind them! Each class will focus on learning about one well-known artist.

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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

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Pokémon TCG Meetup

4:30pm–5:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to play Pokémon TCG! Library supplies are limited so please make sure to bring your cards along if you have them. Ages 10-14.

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Late Arrival

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No Show

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The $5K Startup Sprint: Speed Networking for Business Success

5:15pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community + Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Business & Career
Event Details:

Are you ready to launch or grow your business with expert guidance and essential resources? 

The $5K Startup Sprint: Speed Networking for Business Success is a bilingual event designed to help entrepreneurs navigate key aspects of st

Excel: Intermediate

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants will be able to understand and use the sorting data functions, auto sum functions, absolute cell references and auto fill.

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Late Arrival

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No Show

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Fall Produce Spotlight: Butternut Squash

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the flavors and benefits of fall produce in this cooking and nutrition class with Jena Wood, MS, RD, LDN. 

Learn how to select the best squash, explore simple ways to prepare and season it, and watch a live recipe demo.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

Family Movie Night

6:00pm–7:45pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Quarryville
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a FREE movie and snacks in a family friendly atmosphere!

All ages welcome – Movies Rated G or PG.

October's film will be Monsters University, rated G

 

 

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Accessibility

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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

Lititz Garden Club

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

Come learn from Master Gardeners. 

The topic changes each month.

No registration needed.

ASL Storytime

6:30pm–7:30pm
Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Event Details:

ASL Storytime is back!

Join Deaf presenter Suzette from Language Access PA for stories, movement, and activities.  

The program will be in ASL only, there will be no translation.

Walk-ins welcome

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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.

Misunderstood Critters

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Community
Registration Closed
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Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Skunks, Bees, Snakes, Spiders, and many other critters get an undeserved reputation. This program helps bring out the truth concerning these animals.

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