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Family Movie Night

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for a FREE movie and snacks in a family friendly atmosphere! All ages welcome – Movies Rated G or PG. This month's movie is: Migration

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Community, Movie & Film
Required
Seats Remaining: 53
Event Details:

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

All ages welcome – Movies Rated G or PG.

This month's movie is: Migration

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

Survive Outside

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to survive your outdoor adventures? Would you know what to do if you ever got lost? Join a Lancaster County Parks Naturalist to explore different survi...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to survive your outdoor adventures?

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

Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, June 8, 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. 

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.

Cartooning Made Easy! With Ed Klein, Cartoonist

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Participants will be instructed on the basics of cartooning so they can caricature the world around them and create original cartoons as well as draw their favorite cartoon charact...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Participants will be instructed on the basics of cartooning so they can caricature the world around them and create original cartoons as well as draw their favorite cartoon characters.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Letter Writing Club for Homeschoolers

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Practice writing letters with a senior pen-pal from the community. Participants will write, send, receive and respond to letters. We will not be accepting new members for this prog...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

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

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.

LGBTQIA+ Supportive Space Initiative

Monday, June 10, 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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Blockheadz Club

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Build, design and create with Lego® bricks, figures and accessories all supplied by the Library. Participate in various building challenges. The theme will be revealed when you arr...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Build, design and create with Lego® bricks, figures and accessories all supplied by the Library. Participate in various building challenges. The theme will be revealed when you arrive at the program.

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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

STEM Adventures: Bridge Challenge

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Community, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Everyone
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a STEM Adventure! Each program focuses on a different topic and challenge where you will design, build, test, and discover. Team up as a family or compete against...

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

Join Miss Jen for a STEM Adventure! Each program focuses on a different topic and challenge where you will design, build, test, and discover.

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.

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

Book Buddies

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Older students are paired with younger children to read together. Hear a story as a large group, read with your buddy, and make a craft. *Be sure to indicate if you are a rea...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 42
Event Details:

Older students are paired with younger children to read together.

Hear a story as a large group, read with your buddy, and make a craft.

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.

Ed Klein: Learn to Draw Cartoons

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
MTP Morgan Center AB at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

This program is for children ages 8-12. Registration will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, May 29th for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Friday, June 1st for...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center AB
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

This program is for children ages 8-12.

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

Drop-In STEAM

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
ADM Children's Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

New Time! Drop-in from 3-5 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math through games, activities, and projects with Miss M...

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

New Time! Drop-in from 3-5 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

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

Teen SummerZine

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
MTP Morgan Center BC at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Virtual
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Join us for another summer of writing and sharing your creative projects with Lancaster County teens and PA authors! You may join us live at Manheim Township Public Library AND via...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center BC
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 55
Event Details:

Join us for another summer of writing and sharing your creative projects with Lancaster County teens and PA authors! You may join us live at Manheim Township Public Library AND via zoom!

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Fairytale Camp for Tweens

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Learn about different fairytales and what makes them interesting. We will work together as a group to create our very own fairytale. Be ready to contribute ideas, writing and art! ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Learn about different fairytales and what makes them interesting. We will work together as a group to create our very own fairytale. Be ready to contribute ideas, writing and art!  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.

Crafts in the Middle!

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
QVL Pennington Family Conference Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Ages 10-14. Make crafts at the library in the middle of the day, in the middle of the week, in the middle of the month for middle grade students! A different craft each month and y...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Ages 10-14. Make crafts at the library in the middle of the day, in the middle of the week, in the middle of the month for middle grade students! A different craft each month and yes, there will be snacks!

 

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

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Fairytale Camp for Tweens

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens
Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 9

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.

Board Game Club: Learn to Play Castle Panic

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
MTP Morgan Center C at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

This program is for youth between the ages of 10-14 years of age. Registration will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, May 29th for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents a...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This program is for youth between the ages of 10-14 years of age.

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

Jesse Rothacker Forgotten Friends Reptile Sanctuary

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
MTP Morgan Center ABC at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Being a REPTILE is an adventure! These ectothermic animals are buried alive as babies, they grow up as orphans, and they learn how to survive without teachers or parents! Jesse Rot...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center ABC
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

Being a REPTILE is an adventure! These ectothermic animals are buried alive as babies, they grow up as orphans, and they learn how to survive without teachers or parents!

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Tween Video Gaming: Mario Party

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
MTP Morgan Center C at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Gaming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Kicking off the summer season with group rounds of Mario Party. Enjoy collecting coins and stars in your efforts to rank first, as you play mini games against the other players. Th...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Gaming, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Kicking off the summer season with group rounds of Mario Party. Enjoy collecting coins and stars in your efforts to rank first, as you play mini games against the other players.

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, June 13, 2024 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 ...

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 Club

Thursday, June 13, 2024 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! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. 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: 7
Event Details:

Join us for some relaxation and video games on our Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 10-12.

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 "Everyone" group.

LEGO Creation Club

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Community, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Everyone
Event Details:

Once a month, we'll 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, Everyone
Program Type: Community, STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Once a month, we'll 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.

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

Mark DeRose Music and Art

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Music, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Mark DeRose's Music & Art show combines Mark’s loves of the visual arts & songwriting. Mark’s songs, artwork, videos, and activities complement one another to communicate h...

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Music, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Mark DeRose's Music & Art show combines Mark’s loves of the visual arts & songwriting.

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.

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Survive Outside with Lancaster County Parks and Rec

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Presentation, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to survive your outdoor adventures? Would you know what to do if you ever got lost? Go over different survival scenarios, learn what to keep on an emergen...

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Presentation, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to survive your outdoor adventures? Would you know what to do if you ever got lost?

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.

Secret Society of Bookworms - a junior book club

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30pm
Manheim Community
Program Type:
Book Club, Discussion, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Want to meet a group of fellow bookworms and discuss a thrilling read? Join our Secret Society of Bookworms, but SSSSsssshhhhhhhh... we don't let just anybody in! Only middle schoo...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Book Club, Discussion, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Want to meet a group of fellow bookworms and discuss a thrilling read? Join our Secret Society of Bookworms, but SSSSsssshhhhhhhh... we don't let just anybody in! Only middle schoolers are welcome to this exclusive group.

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

Photo Consent

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