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Crafterday!

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Manheim Township
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Come enjoy a fun make-and-take craft from 9:00AM- 12:00PM! For children ages 4 to 11. 

Library: Manheim Township
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come enjoy a fun make-and-take craft from 9:00AM- 12:00PM! For children ages 4 to 11. 

Library Open 9-12 Today!

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Strasburg-Heisler

 The Library will be open from 9-12 today. We apologize for the inconvenience.   

Closing
Branches:
Strasburg-Heisler
Description:

 The Library will be open from 9-12 today. We apologize for the inconvenience.   

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Joyful Stitchers

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 9:15am - 12:45pm
MJY Grissinger Board Room at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

If you love to cross-stitch, bring your current project to the Library to work in the company of other stitchers. No need to register.  

Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Grissinger Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

If you love to cross-stitch, bring your current project to the Library to work in the company of other stitchers. No need to register.

 

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

Build a "Gingerbread" House

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

For ages 3+ with parent or caregiver. Space is limited, registration is required. Please register everyone who will be attending. Registration closes on December 16th to allow for ...

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

For ages 3+ with parent or caregiver. Space is limited, registration is required. Please register everyone who will be attending. Registration closes on December 16th to allow for staff preparation.

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.

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 Board Gaming

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
QVL Pennington Family Conference Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Open board game time for teens in the library! Bring your favorite board games to share with the group. 

Cancelled
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Open board game time for teens in the library! Bring your favorite board games to share with the group. 

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.

"A Chicken Could Not Live on That Field When We Open On It"

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
COL Meeting Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

“A Chicken Could Not Live on That Field When We Open on It”Battle of Fredericksburg, December 11-15, 1862.President Abraham Lincoln was pressuring his Generals for a Union victory ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

“A Chicken Could Not Live on That Field When We Open on It”

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

Duplo Free Play

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required. Build and play with the Library’s DUPLO bricks. Each family group must include a responsible adult.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Build and play with the Library’s DUPLO bricks. Each family group must include a responsible adult.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

No Preschool Programs: Winter Break

All Day 12/23 - 12/28
Manheim Township
Age Group:
Everyone
Library: Manheim Township
Age Group: Everyone
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Market Monday

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
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...

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)

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

Bright Nights and Fun Lights!

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights!  Miss Lauren from PJ Library will provide stories, activities, games, crafts and more!  All are welc...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights!  

Miss Lauren from PJ Library will provide stories, activities, games, crafts and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Closely Knit

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
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.

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. 

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

Drop-In Craft Styrofoam Ball Ornament

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
ADM Children's Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Drop in from 1-3 p.m. Need a last-minute gift for someone special? Make a beautiful sequin and bead ornament. Ask your friends to join you on this day off school! Ages 8 & up. ...

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in from 1-3 p.m. Need a last-minute gift for someone special? Make a beautiful sequin and bead ornament. Ask your friends to join you on this day off school! Ages 8 & up.   

 

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 "Teens" group.

Teen LGBTQIA+ Book Club

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Be a part of our teen book club!  This is a space for LGBTQIA+ teens and their allies to talk about their favorite books, learn about queer literature, get (and give) book ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Be a part of our teen book club! 

This is a space for LGBTQIA+ teens and their allies to talk about their favorite books, learn about queer literature, get (and give) book recommendations, and meet others in the community.

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

Queer Safe Space with Lititz Chooses Love

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
LPL Study Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
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.&...

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

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Construction Zone - OPEN PLAY

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Get your pre-holiday jitters out in the Construction Zone! Drop by the library to construct  a building, create a gadget, operate a robot, & more! We will have a vari...

Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Get your pre-holiday jitters out in the Construction Zone! 

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wrap It Up at the Library

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Have holiday gifts you need to wrap, but don't have the space to spread out and get it done?Too many distractions or little eyes watching at home?Bring your gifts and giftwrap supp...

Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Have holiday gifts you need to wrap, but don't have the space to spread out and get it done?

Too many distractions or little eyes watching at home?

Christmas Eve

All Day
Ephrata
Closing
Branches:
Ephrata

Closed - Christmas Eve

All Day
Manheim Community
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Community

CLOSING @ 2pm

All Day
Milanof-Schock
Closing
Branches:
Milanof-Schock

ELANCO Library Closed (Christmas Eve)

All Day
Eastern Lancaster County

ELANCO Library will be closed all day today.  (Christmas Eve)

Closing
Branches:
Eastern Lancaster County
Description:

ELANCO Library will be closed all day today.  (Christmas Eve)

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Lancaster, Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed Tuesday, December 24-Thursday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday. The buildings will reopen on Friday, Decem...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed Tuesday, December 24-Thursday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

Library CLOSED

All Day
Columbia

We are CLOSED to give our staff the time to spend with their families for the Christmas holiday.  We will resume our normal operations on Friday, December 27 at 10:00am. ...

Closing
Branches:
Columbia
Description:

We are CLOSED to give our staff the time to spend with their families for the Christmas holiday. 

We will resume our normal operations on Friday, December 27 at 10:00am.

Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Quarryville

The library will be closed for Christmas from Tuesday, December 24, through Wednesday, December 25. Enjoy your holiday!

Closing
Branches:
Quarryville
Description:

The library will be closed for Christmas from Tuesday, December 24, through Wednesday, December 25. Enjoy your holiday!

CLOSED for Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Lititz
Closing
Branches:
Lititz