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All Day
Milanof-Schock
Closing
Branches:
Milanof-Schock

ELANCO Library Closed (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)

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Eastern Lancaster County

ELANCO Library will be closed all day today.  (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)

Closing
Branches:
Eastern Lancaster County
Description:

ELANCO Library will be closed all day today.  (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Lancaster, Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, January 20 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The buildings will reopen on Tuesday, January 21.You ...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, January 20 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The buildings will reopen on Tuesday, January 21.

Library Hours 1-5 pm

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Adamstown

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Adamstown Area Library will be open from 1-5 p.m.

Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Adamstown Area Library will be open from 1-5 p.m.

Martin Luther King Day - CLOSED

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Manheim Township

MTPL will be closed on Monday, January 20th for Martin Luther King day. No MTPL items will be due on this day.

Closing
Branches:
Manheim Township
Description:

MTPL will be closed on Monday, January 20th for Martin Luther King day. No MTPL items will be due on this day.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

All Day
Manheim Community

We apologize for any inconvenience but would love to see you tomorrow! Have a wonderful day!

Closing
Branches:
Manheim Community
Description:

We apologize for any inconvenience but would love to see you tomorrow! Have a wonderful day!

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

Take and Make Packet Pickup

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
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!January’s kit is a Snowfl...

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!

January’s kit is a Snowflake Suncatcher.

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

Typing for Homeschoolers

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Come practice basic typing skills! We will be going slowly and introducing only a few letters at a time. We'll even do some fun typing challenges! Ages 10-14.

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Come practice basic typing skills! We will be going slowly and introducing only a few letters at a time. We'll even do some fun typing challenges! Ages 10-14.

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Tuesday

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
NHD Community Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, STEM
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen on Tuesdays during the school year for crafts, games, snacks and more!No registration required. Walk-ins welcome! For tweens and teens. Teen Tuesday Spring 2025 ...

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, STEM
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen on Tuesdays during the school year for crafts, games, snacks and more!

No registration required. Walk-ins welcome! For tweens and teens.

 

Teen Tuesday Spring 2025 Schedule

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.

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 "Tweens" group.

Tea and Crafts for Tweens

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Come hang out, drink some tea and make a cute craft! Ages 10-12.

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Come hang out, drink some tea and make a cute craft! Ages 10-12.

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

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Toastmasters Presents Youth Leadership for Tweens and Teens

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
MTP Morgan Center A at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Business & Career
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

 Registering for the first week (January 7th, 2025) will hold your place for all six weeks of the workshop. The Conestoga Toastmasters Club is conducting a free six-week ...

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Business & Career
Event Details:

 Registering for the first week (January 7th, 2025) will hold your place for all six weeks of the workshop. 

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

Mystery of the Stolen Ruby

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
ADM Reading Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Community, Gaming
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Calling all detectives! Miss Jess needs your help to solve the mystery! We will reveal pop-up evidence, lift flaps for secret facts, and spin the wheel for suspects & clues to ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community, Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Calling all detectives! Miss Jess needs your help to solve the mystery! We will reveal pop-up evidence, lift flaps for secret facts, and spin the wheel for suspects & clues to find our criminal!

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 "Tweens" group.

Holy Guacamole!

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Try new foods and develop cooking skills that can be used at home while making fun and easy recipes. Participants must be able to read and write. Ages 10-12.

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

Try new foods and develop cooking skills that can be used at home while making fun and easy recipes. Participants must be able to read and write. Ages 10-12.

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

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.

Special Needs

Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.

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

Youth Chess Club

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Gaming, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Ages 7-15. Wednesday evenings at 6 pm starting January 8, 2025. Registration is for the entire series - please don't unregister if you have to miss a week.  We will ...

Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Gaming, STEM
Event Details:

Ages 7-15.

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Model City for Homeschoolers

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Help us make the town of your dreams. Using craft supplies you can recreate the buildings you love or make something completely new! Ages 10-18. 

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Help us make the town of your dreams. Using craft supplies you can recreate the buildings you love or make something completely new! Ages 10-18. 

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School! - we talk about anime, try new snacks, discuss manga, and do activities that immerse us in Japanese culture.🎥 The last Thursday of the month, w...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School!

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 "Tweens" group.

Tween Gamers: Just Dance

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Join us for some relaxation and video games on our Nintendo Switch! We will be playing a different game each session. Ages 10-12.

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for some relaxation and video games on our Nintendo Switch! We will be playing a different game each session.

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.

Junior Chefs

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

We thank Giant Stores for offering this learning opportunity at no cost to the library.Ages 6-12 - caregiver must be present for all children under age 8.Charlotte Scheid, GIANT Fo...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

We thank Giant Stores for offering this learning opportunity at no cost to the library.

Ages 6-12 - caregiver must be present for all children under age 8.

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.

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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Lego Club

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Moores Memorial
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
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. 

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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

LEGO Creation Club

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Community, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Once a month we will build themed creations out of LEGO bricks that will be displayed in the library. No registration required. Recommended for ages 8+ and siblings.

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Community, STEM
Event Details:

Once a month we will build themed creations out of LEGO bricks that will be displayed in the library. No registration required. 

Recommended for ages 8+ and siblings.

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.

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

Letter Writing Club for Homeschoolers

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Practice writing letters with a senior pen-pal from the community. Participants will write, send, receive and respond to letters. Ages 10-18.

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

Practice writing letters with a senior pen-pal from the community. Participants will write, send, receive and respond to letters. Ages 10-18.

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.

Board Games for Tweens

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
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: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Make your Monday less boring. Come play fun board games with your friends at the library! 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Computer... Help!

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Manheim Community
Program Type:
Business & Career, Community, Technology Class
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Questions about using the computer? Want to create a social media account (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok)? Need help organizing your email? Come to the library on Monday evenings for...

Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Business & Career, Community, Technology Class
Event Details:

Questions about using the computer? Want to create a social media account (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok)? Need help organizing your email? Come to the library on Monday evenings for IT help!