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Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 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
Registration Required
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, April 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
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!

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

Grandparent Book Buddies

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
ADM Reading Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Adults, Seniors

A Multigenerational event for children and seniors to enjoy reading together by the fireplace. Sponsored by REAL Life Young at Heart Group. All ages. Wednesday, April 15 at 11-11:30 a.m.

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Event Details:

A Multigenerational event for children and seniors to enjoy reading together by the fireplace. Sponsored by REAL Life Young at Heart Group. All ages. Wednesday, April 15 at 11-11:30 a.m.

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

Storytime for Ages 3-5

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Strasburg-Heisler
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Reading to young children is an important part of early child development and preparation for school. In Library Storytime, children are introduced to weekly themes and concept through books, rhymes, songs, and puppets.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Reading to young children is an important part of early child development and preparation for school. In Library Storytime, children are introduced to weekly themes and concept through books, rhymes, songs, and puppets.

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Party

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 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!

Upcoming
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

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 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.

 

 

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

Play & Learn (3 - 5 Years)

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Health & Wellness, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

We pause our family storytimes for this five week Play and Learn program tailored to children who are approaching kindergarten age.

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

We pause our family storytimes for this five week Play and Learn program tailored to children who are approaching kindergarten age.

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

Backyard Storytime

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
LTZ Patio at Lititz
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Meet together outdoors at the library! 

NEW LOCATION...Veterans Honor Park across library parking lot

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

Meet together outdoors at the library! 

NEW LOCATION...Veterans Honor Park across library parking lot

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

Wee Build Free Play

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 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.

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, April 15, 2026 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!

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

Backyard Storytime

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
LTZ Patio at Lititz
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Meet together outdoors at the library! 

NEW LOCATION...Veterans Honor Park across library parking lot

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

Meet together outdoors at the library! 

NEW LOCATION...Veterans Honor Park across library parking lot

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, April 15, 2026 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
Registration Required
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, April 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

This Program is for Children ages 18 months up to age 4 with a caregiver 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

This Program is for Children ages 18 months up to age 4 with a 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 "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Toddler Thursday

Thursday, April 16, 2026 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

Homeschooled Kids Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

If you homeschool your child and are looking for social interaction, creative space and sensory exploration outside the house, this space is for you!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you homeschool your child and are looking for social interaction, creative space and sensory exploration outside the house, this space is for you!

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.

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

Wee Build Free Play

Thursday, April 16, 2026 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 "Children" group

Architect Storytime

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
STEM, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

AIA Pennsylvania is sponsoring architect-led story hours and activities in libraries statewide for grades K-5 students during Architecture Week! Listen to the story Iggy Peck, Architect and tryout your architecture skills.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

AIA Pennsylvania is sponsoring architect-led story hours and activities in libraries statewide for grades K-5 students during Architecture Week! Listen to the story Iggy Peck, Architect and tryout your architecture skills.

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

LCCL After School Alliance

Thursday, April 16, 2026 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

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

I Can Cook!

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children

Everyone can cook! Kids, along with their grown-ups, can join us at the Library to make simple but yummy recipes!  Proper use of kitchen tools and simple cooking techniques will be introduced.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Everyone can cook! Kids, along with their grown-ups, can join us at the Library to make simple but yummy recipes!  Proper use of kitchen tools and simple cooking techniques will be introduced.

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

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

S.T.E.M Night

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:00pm
Moores Memorial
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Join us every 3rd Thursday of the month for S.T.E.M night! 

We will have different activities or games that challenge you and make you think!

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

Join us every 3rd Thursday of the month for S.T.E.M night! 

We will have different activities or games that challenge you and make you think!

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

Music and Movement

Friday, April 17, 2026 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 "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Duplo free play Ages 2+

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Come use your imagination, build and play! No registration required 

Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Come use your imagination, build and play! No registration required 

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

Parachute Play

Friday, April 17, 2026 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.

Upcoming
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

Block Party!

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Registration is requested, drop ins are accommodated as space allows. Please join the waitlist as we may schedule a second session if there is sufficient demand.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration is requested, drop ins are accommodated as space allows. Please join the waitlist as we may schedule a second session if there is sufficient demand.

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.