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Kawaii Tea Party

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
EPH Multipurpose Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Celebrate your love of Sanrio at this tea party! We’ll be baking cute (kawaii) and tasty treats and creating our own keychains for your favorite characters. Ages 10-18.

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Celebrate your love of Sanrio at this tea party! We’ll be baking cute (kawaii) and tasty treats and creating our own keychains for your favorite characters. 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Get Outside: Water Wars

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
EPH Outside at Ephrata
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Pick a team, grab some water balloons and water bombs—it’s a water war! Ages 12+.

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Outside
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Pick a team, grab some water balloons and water bombs—it’s a water war! Ages 12+.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Tween Video Gaming: Pictionary and Super Smash Bros.

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
MTP Morgan Center C at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Gaming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

It’s time to take a moment and work on our teamwork in two very different games. Work on your creativity and communication skills in a riveting round of Pictionary, or work togethe...

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

It’s time to take a moment and work on our teamwork in two very different games.

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

Academic Edge with the Girl Scouts of Central PA

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join the Girl Scouts this week to explore leadership and STEM activities designed to foster community and self-confidence.   Each day features songs and activities, around ...

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join the Girl Scouts this week to explore leadership and STEM activities designed to foster community and self-confidence.  

Each day features songs and activities, around the topic of the day.

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, July 25, 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, July 25, 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.

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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 "Tweens" group.

Craft Club for Tweens

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Sewing, knitting, jewelry making or anything you like to craft! Bring a project that you have been working on at home and join us at the library for an afternoon of creating and so...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Sewing, knitting, jewelry making or anything you like to craft! Bring a project that you have been working on at home and join us at the library for an afternoon of creating and socializing.

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

Author Series: Annette Whipple RESCHEDULED

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Book Club, Discussion, Health & Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Please register each child, tween and teen separately. In the required question, please list all accompanying adults and younger siblings.  Children's author Annette Whippl...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Book Club, Discussion, Health & Wellness, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 72
Event Details:

Please register each child, tween and teen separately.

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

Academic Edge with the Girl Scouts of Central PA

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join the Girl Scouts this week to explore leadership and STEM activities designed to foster community and self-confidence.   Each day features songs and activities, around ...

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join the Girl Scouts this week to explore leadership and STEM activities designed to foster community and self-confidence.  

Each day features songs and activities, around the topic of the day.

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

Writers Camp for Tweens and Teens

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Perfect your writing skills in a supportive environment. Join this three-day writing camp for writing prompts, games and most importantly…practice! Ages 10-18.

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Perfect your writing skills in a supportive environment. Join this three-day writing camp for writing prompts, games and most importantly…practice! 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 "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.

Ectothermic Animal Adventures

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Everyone
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...

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
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!

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

Lego Block Party!

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MTP Morgan Center C at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

The LEGO Block Party at the library is a fun and creative program where children ages 8-12 come together to build various creations using LEGO bricks. Participants often have the o...

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

The LEGO Block Party at the library is a fun and creative program where children ages 8-12 come together to build various creations using LEGO bricks.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

PJ Party for Tweens

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Come hang out with us in your coolest PJ pants while we drink hot chocolate, play fun games and make our own sugar scrubs! Ages 10-12.

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come hang out with us in your coolest PJ pants while we drink hot chocolate, play fun games and make our own sugar scrubs! 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.

Zooming In! Exploring with Microscopes

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Young scientists will embark on an exciting journey of discovery through the lens of a microscope.   Learn how to handle microscopes, prepare slides, and adjust magnificati...

Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Young scientists will embark on an exciting journey of discovery through the lens of a microscope.  

Learn how to handle microscopes, prepare slides, and adjust magnification settings to observe various specimens.

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

Writers Camp for Tweens and Teens

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Perfect your writing skills in a supportive environment. Join this three-day writing camp for writing prompts, games and most importantly…practice! Ages 10-18.

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Perfect your writing skills in a supportive environment. Join this three-day writing camp for writing prompts, games and most importantly…practice! 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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Summer Chess Club

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MTP Morgan Center C at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Gaming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

The Manheim Township High School Chess Team is hosting a summer chess group at the Manheim Township Public Library! All skill levels are welcome to come to learn chess and improve ...

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

The Manheim Township High School Chess Team is hosting a summer chess group at the Manheim Township Public Library! All skill levels are welcome to come to learn chess and improve their game.

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.

South Central PA Search and Rescue

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
COL Locust Street Park Gazebo at Columbia
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us as we welcome Kurt with South Central PA Search and Rescue. Learn about what search and rescue dogs do, how to stay safe while hiking, and about the Hug a Tree program. ...

Required
Offsite Event
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Locust Street Park Gazebo
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us as we welcome Kurt with South Central PA Search and Rescue. Learn about what search and rescue dogs do, how to stay safe while hiking, and about the Hug a Tree program.

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

Spellbinding Adventure (Harry Potter based program) - Lancaster County Parks and Rec.

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Strasburg-Heisler
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

The Harry Potter series contains some of the greatest, most imaginative adventures in literature.  Come participate in a celebration of Harry Potter adventures, learning the i...

Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

The Harry Potter series contains some of the greatest, most imaginative adventures in literature.  Come participate in a celebration of Harry Potter adventures, learning the ins and outs of owls and creating your own mythical creature. 

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

Writers Camp for Tweens and Teens

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Perfect your writing skills in a supportive environment. Join this three-day writing camp for writing prompts, games and most importantly…practice! Ages 10-18.

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Perfect your writing skills in a supportive environment. Join this three-day writing camp for writing prompts, games and most importantly…practice! 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Christmas in July: Donut Decorating

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Celebrate Christmas in July by learning how to decorate donuts from local store W Donuts! Learn different designs like Santa, snowmen, reindeer and more!  Donuts donated by W ...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Celebrate Christmas in July by learning how to decorate donuts from local store W Donuts! Learn different designs like Santa, snowmen, reindeer and more!  Donuts donated by W Donuts. Ages 10-18.

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.

Board Game Club: Learn to Play Forbidden Island

Wednesday, July 31, 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 10-14 years of age. Registration will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, July 17th for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Friday, July ...

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 10-14 years of age.

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

Duct Tape Craft

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Create a duct tape flower pen. All materials will be provided. Geared for ages 9 and up.

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Create a duct tape flower pen. All materials will be provided.

Geared for ages 9 and up.

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.

Tammi Hessen

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
EPH Multipurpose Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Do you have rhythms in your hands? In your feet? In your heart? We believe that there are rhythms to express, join in and play together inside us and all around us. Come join us to...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Do you have rhythms in your hands? In your feet? In your heart? We believe that there are rhythms to express, join in and play together inside us and all around us.

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 "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.

Animal Olympics with Lancaster Parks & Rec

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
COL Locust Street Park Gazebo at Columbia
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Be a part of the Animal Olympics! Participants will be challenged with the same physical prowess as creatures in the animal kingdom: jumping, running, breath holding and even the s...

Required
Offsite Event
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Locust Street Park Gazebo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Be a part of the Animal Olympics! Participants will be challenged with the same physical prowess as creatures in the animal kingdom: jumping, running, breath holding and even the sloth crawl.

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.