Lancaster City Branch CLOSING EARLY Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 12:15pm - 12:15pm Lancaster Both Lancaster Public Library locations will close early on Tuesday, December 16 for a staff holiday gathering. The buildings will reopen, and regular hours will resume on Wednesda... Closing Dec 16 2025 Tue Closing Lancaster City Branch CLOSING EARLY 12:15pm–12:15pm Branches: Lancaster Description: Both Lancaster Public Library locations will close early on Tuesday, December 16 for a staff holiday gathering.
This event is in the "Children" group Indoor Recess! - Educational Games & Activities for Preschool/Elementary Homeschool Families Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm MAN Meeting Room at Manheim Community Age Group: Children Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Indoor Recess! - Educational Games & Activities for Preschool/Elementary Homeschool Families 1:00pm–2:00pm Manheim Community Registration Open Library: Manheim Community Room: MAN Meeting Room Age Group: Children Registration Required
Mountville Branch CLOSING EARLY Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:00pm Mountville Branch Both Lancaster Public Library locations will close early on Tuesday, December 16 for a staff holiday gathering. The buildings will reopen, and regular hours will resume on Wednesda... Closing Dec 16 2025 Tue Closing Mountville Branch CLOSING EARLY 2:00pm–2:00pm Branches: Mountville Branch Description: Both Lancaster Public Library locations will close early on Tuesday, December 16 for a staff holiday gathering.
This event is in the "Children" group Warm Fuzzies & Hot Cocoa Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime Age Group: Children Come have a cup of hot cocoa while cozying up with your favorite blanket around our flashlight “fire.” Let’s chill out with stories of warmth, kindness and personal triumphs. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Warm Fuzzies & Hot Cocoa 6:15pm–7:15pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Come have a cup of hot cocoa while cozying up with your favorite blanket around our flashlight “fire.” Let’s chill out with stories of warmth, kindness and personal triumphs. 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 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 Wiggles and Giggles Ages 18 months up to age 4 Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Strasburg-Heisler Age Group: Toddlers, Children Come sing, dance, Wiggle and Giggle! Miss Wendy's FUN monthly themes introduce basic concepts to toddlers and young children. Come play and learn with your little ones!! This class is a Library favorite!! Join Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Wiggles and Giggles Ages 18 months up to age 4 10:00am–10:30am Strasburg-Heisler Join Waitlist Library: Strasburg-Heisler Age Group: Toddlers, Children Registration Required Event Details: Come sing, dance, Wiggle and Giggle! Miss Wendy's FUN monthly themes introduce basic concepts to toddlers and young children. Come play and learn with your little ones!! This class is a Library favorite!! 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 “Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am ADM Children's Room at Adamstown Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Toddlers, Children Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Registration is not required. View Details This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 17 2025 Wed “Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:45am Adamstown Library: Adamstown Room: ADM Children's Room Age Group: Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. 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 Preschool Pals Pajama Story Time Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am COL Community Room at Columbia Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Toddlers, Children Join us for a fun holiday story, craft, and play time together. Join Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Preschool Pals Pajama Story Time 10:15am–11:00am Columbia Join Waitlist 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 "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Family Storytime Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children Ages birth to 6 years with caregiver – other family members are welcome. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Family Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Quarryville Registration Open Library: Quarryville Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Ages birth to 6 years with caregiver – other family members are welcome. 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 Preschool Storytime Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading Age Group: Children Join Miss Rachel for stories, songs, and a craft and share the joy of reading with your little ones!Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Preschool Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Lancaster Registration Open Library: Lancaster Room: LPL Program Room A + B Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Join Miss Rachel for stories, songs, and a craft and share the joy of reading with your little ones!Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success. 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 Story Time Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:45am Moores Memorial Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children Join us every Wednesday at 10:30a for a fun time of reading, singing, basic sign language & a craft! View Details This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Story Time 10:30am–11:45am Moores Memorial Library: Moores Memorial Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join us every Wednesday at 10:30a for a fun time of reading, singing, basic sign language & a craft! 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 "Children" group Storytime for Ages 3-5 Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am Strasburg-Heisler Age Group: Children Storytime for Children Ages 3-5 with a Caregiver Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Storytime for Ages 3-5 11:00am–11:30am Strasburg-Heisler Registration Open Library: Strasburg-Heisler Age Group: Children Registration Required Event Details: Storytime for Children Ages 3-5 with a Caregiver 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 Preschool Party Wednesday, December 17, 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 Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Preschool Party 11:00am–11:45am Manheim Township Registration Open 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 “Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am ADM Children's Room at Adamstown Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Toddlers, Children Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Registration is not required. View Details This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 17 2025 Wed “Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime 11:00am–11:45am Adamstown Library: Adamstown Room: ADM Children's Room Age Group: Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. 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 Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township Program Type: STEM Age Group: Toddlers, Children Drop-in program. No registration required. View Details This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Wee Build Free Play 12:00pm–6:00pm Manheim Township 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 "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Construction Zone - OPEN PLAY Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm Mountville Branch Program Type: Community Age Group: Toddlers, Children Drop by the library to construct a building, create a gadget, operate a robot, and more! We will provide a variety of supplies to take you where your imagination leads.All ages! Walk-ins welcome! View Details This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Construction Zone - OPEN PLAY 4:00pm–6:00pm Mountville Branch Library: Mountville Branch Age Group: Toddlers, Children Program Type: Community Event Details: Drop by the library to construct a building, create a gadget, operate a robot, and more! We will provide a variety of supplies to take you where your imagination leads.All ages! Walk-ins welcome!
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Shrink Art Holiday Ornaments Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Tweens Sometimes great art comes in small packages. Come out and create your own shrink art holiday ornaments! Ages 5-10. Join Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Shrink Art Holiday Ornaments 4:30pm–5:30pm Ephrata Join Waitlist Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Sometimes great art comes in small packages. Come out and create your own shrink art holiday ornaments! Ages 5-10. 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 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, December 17, 2025 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. View Details 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 Dec 17 2025 Wed Wildlife Wednesdays 6:00pm–7:00pm Adamstown 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) 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 Pajama Storytime Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children Join us at the library for Pajama Storytime.Miss Shannon has picked stories, songs, and dances to help us get the wiggles and giggles out before bedtime!All ages welcome with a parent/caregiver. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Pajama Storytime 6:30pm–7:30pm Lancaster Registration Open Library: Lancaster Room: LPL Program Room A + B Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Join us at the library for Pajama Storytime.Miss Shannon has picked stories, songs, and dances to help us get the wiggles and giggles out before bedtime!All ages welcome with a parent/caregiver. 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 Wiggles and Giggles- Ages 18 months up to Age 4 Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Strasburg-Heisler Age Group: Toddlers, Children Come sing, dance, Wiggle and Giggle! Miss Wendy's FUN monthly themes introduce basic concepts to toddlers and young children. Come play and learn with your little ones!! This class is a Library favorite!! Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Wiggles and Giggles- Ages 18 months up to Age 4 10:00am–10:30am Strasburg-Heisler Full Library: Strasburg-Heisler Age Group: Toddlers, Children Registration Required Event Details: Come sing, dance, Wiggle and Giggle! Miss Wendy's FUN monthly themes introduce basic concepts to toddlers and young children. Come play and learn with your little ones!! This class is a Library favorite!! 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 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. View Details This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Toddler Thursdays 10:30am–11:00am Eastern Lancaster County 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 Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Preschool Pals Pajama Story Time 10:30am–11:15am Columbia Registration Open 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 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. View Details This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Wee Build Free Play 2:00pm–3:45pm Manheim Township 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 This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group LCCL After School Alliance Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm LPL Study Room at Lancaster Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Lancaster County 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 adv View Details 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 Dec 18 2025 Thu LCCL After School Alliance 4:00pm–7:00pm Lancaster Library: Lancaster Room: LPL Study Room Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness Event Details: Lancaster County 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 adv
This event is in the "Children" group Holiday Movie and Craft Night! Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm EPH Multipurpose Room at Ephrata Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie & Film Age Group: Children You’re a mean one, Mr. Grinch… but here at the Library we are full of festive spirit! Join us for a friendly, cozy Grinch-themed Holiday Movie Night full of fun and cheer. Join Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Holiday Movie and Craft Night! 5:45pm–7:45pm Ephrata Join Waitlist Library: Ephrata Room: EPH Multipurpose Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie & Film Registration Required Event Details: You’re a mean one, Mr. Grinch… but here at the Library we are full of festive spirit! Join us for a friendly, cozy Grinch-themed Holiday Movie Night full of fun and cheer. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens 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.
