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Toddler Thursdays

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Toddlers will dance, zoom, scoot and hop between stories selected to promote language development. All adults are expected to participate and encourage the children to join in the fun. For ages 0-3 and siblings. 

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Toddlers will dance, zoom, scoot and hop between stories selected to promote language development. All adults are expected to participate and encourage the children to join in the fun. For ages 0-3 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 "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Pals Pajama Story Time

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Join us for a fun holiday story, craft, and play time together.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun holiday story, craft, and play time together.

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.

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

Toddler Time

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers

This crowd-pleasing program offers social interaction and builds a love of reading through engaging stories, fun songs, and more

Ages 1-2 · Siblings are always welcome

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This crowd-pleasing program offers social interaction and builds a love of reading through engaging stories, fun songs, and more

Ages 1-2 · Siblings are always welcome

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 "Toddlers" group

“The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
ADM Children's Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers

Stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by an easy craft and free play. Every Thursday at 11 a.m. for toddlers with an adult. Registration is not required.

 

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by an easy craft and free play. Every Thursday at 11 a.m. for toddlers with an adult. Registration is not required.

 

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

Wee Build Free Play

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:45pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

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

Celebrate the Season with a Movie Screening of The Polar Express

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:45pm - 8:00pm
MTP Morgan Center ABC at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Movie & Film
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Join us for a magical evening as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of The Polar Express movie! Get cozy in your pajamas, bring your favorite blanket and pillow, and step into the holiday spirit.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center ABC
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie & Film
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a magical evening as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of The Polar Express movie! Get cozy in your pajamas, bring your favorite blanket and pillow, and step into the holiday spirit.

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

Music and Movement

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Move and groove with Miss Gail!

Develop early literacy skills, with music, dancing, and fun.

We think preschoolers (ages 3-5) will enjoy this program the most, but older and younger siblings are invited to join in on the fun!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Move and groove with Miss Gail!

Develop early literacy skills, with music, dancing, and fun.

We think preschoolers (ages 3-5) will enjoy this program the most, but older and younger siblings are invited to join in on the fun!

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

Toddler Time - for 6 -24 months

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
MAN Meeting Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Community, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers

Visit Miss Esther for a time of songs, stories, and fun! We will meet for 30 minutes in the large meeting room across from the circulation desk. This program is created for children ages 6 months - 24 months.

Cancelled
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Community, Music, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Visit Miss Esther for a time of songs, stories, and fun! We will meet for 30 minutes in the large meeting room across from the circulation desk. This program is created for children ages 6 months - 24 months.

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

Parachute Play

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Join us for a cooperative movement program where we will use our imaginations while we play with a parachute! Stories and songs will be incorporated, while we move about and use our motor skills.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a cooperative movement program where we will use our imaginations while we play with a parachute! Stories and songs will be incorporated, while we move about and use our motor skills.

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

Dramatic Play Friday

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:45pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Claws for Claus!

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Best for children 8 and under, but please register every person in your group who will be attending!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Best for children 8 and under, but please register every person in your group who will be attending!

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

Build a "Gingerbread" House

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens

For ages 2.5+ with parent or caregiver. Space is limited, registration is required. Please register everyone who will be attending. Registration closes on December 19th to allow for staff preparation.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 2.5+ with parent or caregiver. Space is limited, registration is required. Please register everyone who will be attending. Registration closes on December 19th to allow for staff preparation.

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

Duplo Free Play

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

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

Tiny Tots Pajama Story Time

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers

Fun holiday stories, bubbles, songs, parachute, and play time for our library friends ages 12 months to 2 years, with their caregiver.

Limit 12 toddlers. Registration required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fun holiday stories, bubbles, songs, parachute, and play time for our library friends ages 12 months to 2 years, with their caregiver.

Limit 12 toddlers. Registration required.

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

Music & Movement - CANCELLED

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Sing, dance, chant, listen to music, move, and play instruments, while exploring the patterns and sounds that make up our language.  

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Sing, dance, chant, listen to music, move, and play instruments, while exploring the patterns and sounds that make up our language.  

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

Market Monday - NEW TIME!

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Holiday Storytime

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Bring the whole family for fun holiday stories and a craft! 

All ages with an adult caregiver · Walk-ins welcome

Library: Lancaster
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Event Details:

Bring the whole family for fun holiday stories and a craft! 

All ages with an adult caregiver · Walk-ins welcome

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

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Preschoolers are invited to enjoy themed books, songs, rhymes, or movement activities while building language and literacy skills. For ages 4-6 and siblings. 

No registration required. 

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Preschoolers are invited to enjoy themed books, songs, rhymes, or movement activities while building language and literacy skills. For ages 4-6 and siblings. 

No registration required. 

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

Duplo Free Play

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

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, December 23, 2025 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, a

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, a

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.

Christmas Eve

All Day
Ephrata
Closing
Branches:
Ephrata

Christmas Eve

All Day
Lititz
Closing
Branches:
Lititz

CLOSED - CHRISTMAS EVE

All Day
Manheim Community
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Community

ELANCO Library Closed (Christmas Eve)

All Day
Eastern Lancaster County

ELANCO Library will be closed all day today.  (Christmas Eve)

Closing
Branches:
Eastern Lancaster County
Description:

ELANCO Library will be closed all day today.  (Christmas Eve)