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Take and Make Packet Pickup

All Day
Adamstown
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

For teens and children. Get creative with our ready-to-go kits on the third Monday of each month. Supplies are limited, so stop by to claim your bag today!  No pickup in Ju...

Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

For teens and children. Get creative with our ready-to-go kits on the third Monday of each month. Supplies are limited, so stop by to claim your bag today! 

No pickup in June, July or August.

Adamstown Area Library Closed Until 3 PM

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
Adamstown

Adamstown Area Library will be closed until 3 pm for Kindergarten Screening. The library will be open from 3-8 p.m.

Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

Adamstown Area Library will be closed until 3 pm for Kindergarten Screening. The library will be open from 3-8 p.m.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Board Games for Tweens

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community, Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Make your Monday less boring. Come play fun board games with your friends at the library! Ages 10-12.

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Community, Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Make your Monday less boring. Come play fun board games with your friends at the library! Ages 10-12.

ELANCO Library Closed (for a computer upgrade and to prepare for the reopening of our Children's Library)

All Day
Eastern Lancaster County

ELANCO Library WILL BE CLOSED ALL DAY TODAY, Tuesday, May 21, 2024, to prepare for the re-opening of our Children's Library and for a computer upgrade. Preschool Storytime for toda...

Closing
Branches:
Eastern Lancaster County
Description:

ELANCO Library WILL BE CLOSED ALL DAY TODAY, Tuesday, May 21, 2024, to prepare for the re-opening of our Children's Library and for a computer upgrade. Preschool Storytime for today is CANCELLED.

Adamstown Area Library Closed Until 3 PM

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
Adamstown

Adamstown Area Library will be closed until 3 pm for Kindergarten Screening. The library will be open from 3-8 p.m.

Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

Adamstown Area Library will be closed until 3 pm for Kindergarten Screening. The library will be open from 3-8 p.m.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Art for Tweens

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Come explore painting, drawing and other fun art projects. Things might get a little messy so please dress appropriately! Ages 10-12

Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Cross Stitch for Tweens

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Come learn to cross stitch! We will be making cute keychain animals! Simple hand sewing skills preferred. Must attend both sessions. Ages 10-12.

Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come learn to cross stitch! We will be making cute keychain animals! Simple hand sewing skills preferred. Must attend both sessions. 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.

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

Snapology Spike Prime Attackbots Crossbow

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Attackbots Crossbow: In this lesson, students will learn the basics of building a robot, from understanding a program code to completing step-by-step instructions. Once they've...

Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Attackbots Crossbow:

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.

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.

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.

Coding for Kids

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab at Quarryville
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Join us for some basic coding! Your child can code, regardless of experience level!  Space is limited - if you have your own tech we can admit a few extra kids so contact u...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us for some basic coding! Your child can code, regardless of experience level! 

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.

Cross Stitch for Tweens

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Come learn to cross stitch! We will be making cute keychain animals! Simple hand sewing skills preferred. Must attend both sessions. Ages 10-12.

Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come learn to cross stitch! We will be making cute keychain animals! Simple hand sewing skills preferred. Must attend both sessions. 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.

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

Lego Club

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Moores Memorial
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM

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.

Photo Consent

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

Closing Early

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Milanof-Schock

The Library will be closing early today at 6pm. Make sure to visit us before that time to stock up on books and DVDs for the long weekend!

Closing
Branches:
Milanof-Schock
Description:

The Library will be closing early today at 6pm. Make sure to visit us before that time to stock up on books and DVDs for the long weekend!

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Quarryville

The library will be closed on Saturday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy your holiday!

Closing
Branches:
Quarryville
Description:

The library will be closed on Saturday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy your holiday!

Mountville Branch CLOSED

All Day
Mountville Branch

The Mountville Branch will be closed on Saturday, May 25 to accommodate the Memorial Day Parade. The library will reopen on Tuesday, May 28. The Lancaster City Branch will be op...

Closing
Branches:
Mountville Branch
Description:

The Mountville Branch will be closed on Saturday, May 25 to accommodate the Memorial Day Parade.

Library Closed

All Day 5/25 - 5/27
Adamstown

Adamstown Area will be closed on Saturday and Monday for Memorial Day weekend.

Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

Adamstown Area will be closed on Saturday and Monday for Memorial Day weekend.

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

Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

We are ready to roll up some fun with a new Dungeons & Dragons program 🐲 Calling all young Elves, Dwarves, Gnomes and all other fantastical races of beings in the Dungeo...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

We are ready to roll up some fun with a new Dungeons & Dragons program 🐲

Miniature D&D dragon in the background

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Lancaster, Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, May 27 in observance of the the Memorial Day holiday. The buildings will reopen on Tuesday, May 28. You can sti...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, May 27 in observance of the the Memorial Day holiday. The buildings will reopen on Tuesday, May 28.

Library CLOSED - Memorial Day

All Day
Columbia

We are closed in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday. Please visit our website for information on upcoming programs, to renew your books, or see what's happening. Our onli...

Closing
Branches:
Columbia
Description:

We are closed in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday.

Please visit our website for information on upcoming programs, to renew your books, or see what's happening.