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3 Week Parachute Play

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

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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 "Adults" group

Chesterbrook Academy

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Children, Adults

This stop is ONLY for students and staff at Chesterbrook Academy. 

At this stop, students/staff can check out and return books.

Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children, Adults
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for students and staff at Chesterbrook Academy. 

At this stop, students/staff can check out and return books.

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

Preschool Story Hour

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
EPH Story Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Join us this winter for seasonal stories at the Library! We will sing songs, make art and include sensory experiences each session. Early literacy skills, including letter identification and sound introduction, are included in each program.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us this winter for seasonal stories at the Library! We will sing songs, make art and include sensory experiences each session. Early literacy skills, including letter identification and sound introduction, are included in each 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 "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
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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

“Beaver” Discovery Drop-In

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
ADM Children's Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone

Monday, Dec. 15 and Tuesday, Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Every month we will use our senses to explore a different Pennsylvania Game Commission Kit of pelts, wings, skulls, claws, books, activities, and all kinds of other manipulatives.

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Monday, Dec. 15 and Tuesday, Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Every month we will use our senses to explore a different Pennsylvania Game Commission Kit of pelts, wings, skulls, claws, books, activities, and all kinds of other manipulatives.

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

Parachute Play

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
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.

Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
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 "Children" group

3 Week Parachute Play

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

Full
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

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

Parachute Play

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children

Miss Alyssa will get out the giant parachute for fun, interactive play! Perfect for ages 3-5.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Miss Alyssa will get out the giant parachute for fun, interactive play! Perfect for ages 3-5.

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

Music & Movement - CANCELLED

Monday, December 15, 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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Lanco Christian Drop Off

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Children, Adults

This stop is ONLY for students and staff at Lancaster County Christian School. 

At this stop, students/staff can check out and return books.

Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children, Adults
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for students and staff at Lancaster County Christian School. 

At this stop, students/staff can check out and return books.

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

Market Monday - NEW TIME!

Monday, December 15, 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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Handmade Holiday Cards

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Come out and spread holiday cheer with handmade cards! We will be listening to holiday music while we make cards for local senior citizens! Ages 6-12.

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

Come out and spread holiday cheer with handmade cards! We will be listening to holiday music while we make cards for local senior citizens! Ages 6-12.

Disclaimer(s)

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

3 Week Parachute Play

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

Full
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

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

Math Homework Assistance with Robyn

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
COL Meeting Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Struggling with your math homework? Robyn is offering FREE math assistance here at the library every Monday 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

She can assist with elementary math through Algebra 2. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

Struggling with your math homework? Robyn is offering FREE math assistance here at the library every Monday 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

She can assist with elementary math through Algebra 2. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Pajama Storytime

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:00pm
Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Throw on your pajamas and head to the library to read stories, sing songs, and dance!

Ages 4-11 · Space is limited, registration is recommended

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Throw on your pajamas and head to the library to read stories, sing songs, and dance!

Ages 4-11 · Space is limited, registration is recommended

This event is in the "Children" group

3 Week Parachute Play

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

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

Family Story Time

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
MAN Break-out Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Welcome to Family Story Time at the Manheim Community Library!

You will find us in the Breakout Room of the Kreider Cultural Center. Please join us for stories, crafts, and activities!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Break-out Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Family Story Time at the Manheim Community Library!

You will find us in the Breakout Room of the Kreider Cultural Center. Please join us for stories, crafts, and activities!

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.

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 "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

“Beaver” Discovery Drop-In

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
ADM Children's Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone

Monday, Dec. 15 and Tuesday, Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Every month we will use our senses to explore a different Pennsylvania Game Commission Kit of pelts, wings, skulls, claws, books, activities, and all kinds of other manipulatives.

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Monday, Dec. 15 and Tuesday, Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Every month we will use our senses to explore a different Pennsylvania Game Commission Kit of pelts, wings, skulls, claws, books, activities, and all kinds of other manipulatives.

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

3 Week Parachute Play

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

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

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, December 16, 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 "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Family Story Time

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
MAN Break-out Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Welcome to Family Story Time at the Manheim Community Library!

You will find us in the Breakout Room of the Kreider Cultural Center. Please join us for stories, crafts, and activities!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Break-out Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Family Story Time at the Manheim Community Library!

You will find us in the Breakout Room of the Kreider Cultural Center. Please join us for stories, crafts, and activities!

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.

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 "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success. Featuring stories, crafts, and more!

Walk-ins are welcome! 

Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success. Featuring stories, crafts, and more!

Walk-ins are welcome! 

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

Structural Engineering with Lancaster Science Factory

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Students will become structural engineers! They'll be introduced to different types of bridges and how engineers have designed bridges for specific functions.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Students will become structural engineers! They'll be introduced to different types of bridges and how engineers have designed bridges for specific functions.

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

Preschool Party

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join Ms. Laura for a fun and engaging preschool program designed to spark curiosity and a love for learning in young children!

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

Join Ms. Laura for a fun and engaging preschool program designed to spark curiosity and a love for learning in young children!

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

Duplo Free Play

Tuesday, December 16, 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.