Young at Heart

9:00am–11:00am
Seniors
Adamstown
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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.

Fairmount Homes - 333 Wheat Ridge Dr. Ephrata, PA 17522

9:15am–9:45am
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and staff at Fairmount Homes. 

The Bookmobile first stops at Crest View to drop off holds and pick up returns, and then goes over to the main office for the deposit holds and returns. 

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Accessibility

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Little Steps

9:30am–10:00am
Babies
Lititz
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Registration Required
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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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Accessibility

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Preschool Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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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Wiggles and Giggles - Ages 18 months up to Age 4

10:00am–10:30am
Toddlers, Children
Strasburg-Heisler
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Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

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!! This class is a Library favorite!!

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Book Babies

10:00am–10:45am
Babies, Toddlers
Ephrata
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Registration Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Formerly known as Lapsit Story Time, Kier will continue teaching basic literacy skills by introducing sign language, singing songs, reciting fun rhymes, and reading to the young children at Book Babies.

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Toddlers, Children
Adamstown
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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. 

 

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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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Mom's Coffee Hour!

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Manheim Community
Registration Closed
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Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Career, Community, Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hey moms! Join us for coffee and conversation on the third Wednesday of each month, 10-11 am. Our first meeting on October 15 will include an ice-breaker and voting on topics for future meetings. All ideas are welcome!

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Food Allergies

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

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Domestic Violence Services Q&A Table

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

If you are a victim of domestic violence, hope and help is out there! 

Talk to Domestic Violence Services team members from Community Action Partnership to learn about the resources they offer, including crisis intervention, safety pl

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:

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Toddler Time

10:15am–10:45am
Toddlers
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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.)

Preschool Pals Story Time

10:15am–11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Columbia
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Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun Thanksgiving story, craft, and play time together.

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

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Little Steps

10:30am–11:00am
Babies
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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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Accessibility

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Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Toddlers
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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 17 - November 19.

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Accessibility

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Family Story Time w/Miss Alyssa

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
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Nov 5 - Owls

Nov 12 - Kindness

Nov 19 - Friendship

Nov 26 - Thanksgiving
 

 

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Family Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Quarryville
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages birth to 6 years with caregiver – other family members are welcome. 

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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.

Story Time

10:30am–11:45am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Moores Memorial
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Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday at 10:30a for a fun time of reading, singing, basic sign language & a craft!

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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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Storytime for Ages 3-5

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Strasburg-Heisler
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Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Storytime for Children Ages 3-5 with a Caregiver

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No Show

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Preschool Party

11:00am–11:45am
Children
Manheim Township
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Laura for a fun and engaging preschool program designed to spark curiosity and a love for learning in young children!

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
Toddlers, Children
Adamstown
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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.

 

 

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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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Zerbe Retirement Community - 2499 Zerbe Rd Narvon, PA 17555

11:15am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and staff at Zerbe. 

This stop is just a drop off and pick up at the main entrance.

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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.

Connect with a Social Worker at the Library

11:30am–2:00pm
Everyone
Adamstown
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Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Are you facing challenges or seeking support in your life? A licensed social worker from REAL Life Community Services is here to help! Regular hours are every other Wednesday from 11:30-2 p.m. in the library community room.

Wee Build 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
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Pinochle Party

12:30pm–3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
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 p.m. Seniors.

Mountain View Terrace Apartments - 566 Springville Rd, New Holland, PA 17557

12:45pm–1:15pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and staff at Mountain View. 

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

Fall Produce Spotlight: Butternut Squash

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
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Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
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

Welsh Mountain Home - 567 Springville Rd, New Holland, PA 17557

1:30pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and staff at Welsh Mountain. 

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.

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Friends of MSL Adult Bingo

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a few rounds of Bingo and earn vouchers for books (from our lobby racks) as prizes! This Bingo session is led by the Friends of Milanof-Schock Library.

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Card Making Workshop with Sandra Sanders

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Eastern Lancaster County
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to make beautiful greeting cards using your junk mail, recycled materials, and other inexpensive, easy-to-find paper products!

Craft Cafe

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a crafter?  Consider dropping in to our Craft Cafe!

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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.

Food Allergies

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

Cloister Heights Apartments-830 West Main Street, Ephrata

2:45pm–3:45pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

This stop is open to the public, stopped within Cloister Heights Apartments parking lot. 

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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Kids Read Tales to Tailwaggers

4:00pm–4:30pm
Children, Tweens
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

KPET registered dogs and their handlers will be in the Library ready to listen as children read to them. Kids may choose their favorite book to read from the Library or bring their own.

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No Show

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Construction Zone - OPEN PLAY

4:00pm–6:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Mountville Branch
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Library: Mountville Branch
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Drop by the library to construct a building, create a gadget, operate a robot, and more! 

We will provide a variety of supplies to take you where your imagination leads.

All ages! Walk-ins welcome!

Kids Read Tales to Tailwaggers

4:30pm–5:00pm
Children
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

KPET registered dogs and their handlers will be in the Library ready to listen as children read to them. Kids may choose their favorite book to read from the Library or bring their own.

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No Show

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Lititz Game Club

4:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming

Adult Game Night

5:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
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Library: Milanof-Schock
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 and third Wednesdays of every month for a couple hours of casual competition...a variety games are available. No need to register.

Cancelled

CANCELLED Tabletop RPGs for Adults

5:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Manheim Township
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Study Room #119
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program will be rescheduled.

The event planned for 11/19/25 has been cancelled and will be rescheduled. Please check the calendar for updates.

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Accessibility

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MTPLF Board Meeting

5:30pm–6:30pm
Everyone
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Discussion
Event Details:

Manheim Township Public Library Foundation Board Meeting

Wildlife Wednesdays

6:00pm–7:00pm
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Adamstown
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Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Every month, the Lancaster County Parks & Recreation Dept. will teach us about different wildlife and environmental topics.

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Adult Board Games

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tired of the same old Wednesday evening routine? Here’s your chance to go from bored to BOARD! Come enjoy an evening of board games with your friends at the Library. Ages 18+.

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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.

Gettysburg Address: "Four Score and Seven Years Ago

6:30pm–7:30pm
Everyone
Columbia
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library: Columbia
Room: COL Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

On the 162nd Anniversary of the Gettysburg Address, the General Welsh Post 118: Columbia CWRT will be presenting the Gettysburg Address: “Four Score and Seven Years Ago,”

Easy Writer Writing Group

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
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Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Small
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Attention passionate writers of all levels - beginners to published. Our writer's circle club for adults gathers the third Wednesday of each month @ 6:30pm. As this is a club, registration is not required (nor is a Library card) ...

Toastmasters International

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Business & Career, Discussion
Registration Required
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

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Accessibility

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