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Mountville Branch CLOSED

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Mountville Branch

The Mountville Branch will be closed on Saturday, May 23 to accommodate the Memorial Day Parade. The library will reopen on Tuesday, May 26.The Lancaster City Branch will be open r...

Closing
Branches:
Mountville Branch
Description:

The Mountville Branch will be closed on Saturday, May 23 to accommodate the Memorial Day Parade.

Closed

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Milanof-Schock

Closed for Memorial Day.

Closing
Branches:
Milanof-Schock
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Closed for Memorial Day.

CLOSED Memorial Day

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Manheim Township
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Township

Holiday Closure

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Ephrata
Closing
Branches:
Ephrata

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

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Lancaster, Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. The buildings will reopen on Tuesday, May 26.You can still use m...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. The buildings will reopen on Tuesday, May 26.

Library Closed

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Adamstown

Adamstown Area Library will be closed on Memorial Day.

Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

Adamstown Area Library will be closed on Memorial Day.

Library CLOSED - Memorial Day

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Columbia

We are CLOSED in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.Our online resources are available 24/7. Visit our website for more information: https://columbiapubliclibrary.org 

Closing
Branches:
Columbia
Description:

We are CLOSED in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

Our online resources are available 24/7. Visit our website for more information: https://columbiapubliclibrary.org

 

Library Closed- Memorial Day

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Strasburg-Heisler
Closing
Branches:
Strasburg-Heisler

Memorial Day

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Lititz
Closing
Branches:
Lititz
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Knitting Club

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Moores Memorial
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors

Join us for knotting and crocheting! Beginners and all skill levels welcome! 

Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for knotting and crocheting! Beginners and all skill levels welcome! 

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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.

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 "Babies" group
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

LPL Builders Lab

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
LPL Program Room A at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, STEM
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens

Families will have fun working together and creating masterworks from a variety of materials! 

In addition to LEGOs, we have large building materials such as Duplos, cardboard bricks, large plastic building toys, an

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community, STEM
Event Details:

Families will have fun working together and creating masterworks from a variety of materials! 

In addition to LEGOs, we have large building materials such as Duplos, cardboard bricks, large plastic building toys, an

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.

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

Kids Read Tales to Tailwaggers

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
EPH Story Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

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.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Community
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.

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

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

Kids Read Tales to Tailwaggers

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
EPH Story Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

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.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Community
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.

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

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

Dungeons and Dragons

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Roll up some fun with our Dungeons & Dragons program!

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

Roll up some fun with our Dungeons & Dragons program!

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

Wildlife Wednesdays

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
ADM Community Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone

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

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.

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 "Babies" group
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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Baby Goat Storytime

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
ADM Community Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Thursday, May 28 Drop-in from 10:30-11:30 a.m. We have a special visit from 2 bleating critters (courtesy of Swartz Farm). All ages. 

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Thursday, May 28 Drop-in from 10:30-11:30 a.m. We have a special visit from 2 bleating critters (courtesy of Swartz Farm). All ages. 

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.

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Program Room B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Join us for Anime After School!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Lego Club

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Moores Memorial
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Join us for lego club every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month! 

Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Join us for lego club every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month! 

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

Dungeons and Dragons: Monday Edition

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
LPL Program Room B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Roll up some fun with our Dungeons & Dragons program...on Mondays!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Roll up some fun with our Dungeons & Dragons program...on Mondays!

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
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Read with a Therapy Dog

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
SBG Thompson Room at Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Everyone

All ages are welcome to read, relax, or simply sit and chat with a certified therapy dog.

Register for a 15-minute session with Carly and her trainer, Madison.

Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Room: SBG Thompson Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Everyone
Event Details:

All ages are welcome to read, relax, or simply sit and chat with a certified therapy dog.

Register for a 15-minute session with Carly and her trainer, Madison.

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

Indoor Recess! - Educational Games & Activities for Elementary/Middle Grade Homeschool Families

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
MAN Meeting Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Community, Gaming, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Welcome to Indoor Recess! A program for Homeschool families designed to have fun and learn at the same time! Bring the whole family and find textile games, flashcards, classic games, and more!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community, Gaming, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Indoor Recess! A program for Homeschool families designed to have fun and learn at the same time! Bring the whole family and find textile games, flashcards, classic games, and more!

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 "Babies" group
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
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Doggie Downtime

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:45am
ADM Reading Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone

Do you need some tail-wagging tranquility in your life? Gaze into “Twinkle’s” big, beautiful, calming eyes to help wash your troubles away! 

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Do you need some tail-wagging tranquility in your life? Gaze into “Twinkle’s” big, beautiful, calming eyes to help wash your troubles away! 

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

Dungeons and Dragons Adventure Club for Kids (Ages 9-12 only)

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
MTP Morgan Center C at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

To ensure fair access for as many families as possible, please read the registration guidelines for this program.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

To ensure fair access for as many families as possible, please read the registration guidelines for this program.

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Program Room B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Join us for Anime After School!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
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.