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Santa Visit & Story Time

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
MTP Morgan Center ABC at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

The jolly old elf himself appears in person to bring the holiday spirit to the young and the young at heart! We’ll sing some carols, make decorations, and of course, meet Santa! Ph...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center ABC
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 65
Event Details:

The jolly old elf himself appears in person to bring the holiday spirit to the young and the young at heart! We’ll sing some carols, make decorations, and of course, meet Santa! Photo ops available. Bring your camera!

This event is in the "Children" group.

ASL Storytime

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Lancaster Public Library is excited to present ASL Storytime! Join our Deaf presenter, Suzette Bartholomee, for stories, movement, and activities. This program will be in ASL...

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Event Details:

Lancaster Public Library is excited to present ASL Storytime!

Join our Deaf presenter, Suzette Bartholomee, for stories, movement, and activities.

This program will be in ASL only.

Ages 3-6

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.

Kids crafts and Coffee December

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:15am
Strasburg-Heisler
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children 18 Months up to 3 1/2 years with a caregiverCome have FUN and make some new friends!  We will do a Holiday themed toddler/preschool friendly craft, sing songs, and pl...

Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Children 18 Months up to 3 1/2 years with a caregiver

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

Parachute Play

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
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 ou...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

Play K! All Around Town!

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab at Quarryville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Presentation, STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Ages 2-6 with caregiver. Other family members are welcome. This is a passive "playscape" based upon a program from the Office of Commonwealth Libraries. Come and enjoy the activ...

Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Presentation, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Ages 2-6 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 "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Dramatic Play Fridays

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:45pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop in program. No registration required. Children can take on the role of veterinarians, postal workers, chefs, and more! Each family group must include a responsible adult pr...

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

Drop in program. No registration required. Children can take on the role of veterinarians, postal workers, chefs, and more!

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

Family Story Time

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a Family Story Time! We’ll read books, sing songs, make a craft, and have fun! Registration will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, November 27th for Manheim Township...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Adults
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for a Family Story Time! We’ll read books, sing songs, make a craft, and have fun!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Read-a-Loud with Basil

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 10:45am
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children will build reading confidence with the help of Basil, a loving KPETs therapy dog. Register your 1st-4th grader for a 15-minute reading timeslot and watch their love of ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Children will build reading confidence with the help of Basil, a loving KPETs therapy dog.

Register your 1st-4th grader for a 15-minute reading timeslot and watch their love of reading (and dogs!) grow.

Registration is

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.

Read-a-Loud with Basil

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:45am - 11:00am
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children will build reading confidence with the help of Basil, a loving KPETs therapy dog. Register your 1st-4th grader for a 15-minute reading timeslot (beginning at 10:45AM) a...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Children will build reading confidence with the help of Basil, a loving KPETs therapy dog.

Register your 1st-4th grader for a 15-minute reading timeslot (beginning at 10:45AM) and watch their love of reading (and dogs!) grow.

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.

Read-a-Loud with Basil

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:15am
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children will build reading confidence with the help of Basil, a loving KPETs therapy dog. Register your 1st-4th grader for a 15-minute reading timeslot (beginning at 11AM) and ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Children will build reading confidence with the help of Basil, a loving KPETs therapy dog.

Register your 1st-4th grader for a 15-minute reading timeslot (beginning at 11AM) and watch their love of reading (and dogs!) grow.

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

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required. Build and play with the Library’s DUPLO bricks. Each family group must include a responsible adult.

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

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Build and play with the Library’s DUPLO bricks. Each family group must include a responsible adult.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Read-a-Loud with Basil

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:15am - 11:30am
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children will build reading confidence with the help of Basil, a loving KPETs therapy dog. Register your 1st-4th grader for a 15-minute reading timeslot (beginning at 11:15AM) a...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Children will build reading confidence with the help of Basil, a loving KPETs therapy dog.

Register your 1st-4th grader for a 15-minute reading timeslot (beginning at 11:15AM) and watch their love of reading (and dogs!) grow.

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 "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.

STEM Gingerbread House Construction Zone

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Attention builders and engineers of all ages! Stop by the ELANCO library to design and decorate your own gingerbread house to take home. Don't miss this delicious STEM challenge! T...

Required
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Attention builders and engineers of all ages! Stop by the ELANCO library to design and decorate your own gingerbread house to take home. Don't miss this delicious STEM challenge! To ensure we have adequate materials, registration is 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.

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

Take and Make Packet Pickup

All Day
Adamstown
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

For teens and children. Get creative with our ready-to-go kits on the third Monday of each month. Supplies are limited, so stop by to claim your bag today! 

Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

For teens and children. Get creative with our ready-to-go kits on the third Monday of each month. Supplies are limited, so stop by to claim your bag today! 

This event is in the "Children" group.

3 Week Parachute Play

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.Each class is limited to 12 children ag...

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 Story Time

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
MAN Community Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Esther for Monday story times! Registration is required. We want you in the loop if anything changes! For returning parents: The registration for this event will be in...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Join Miss Esther for Monday story times! Registration is required. We want you in the loop if anything changes!

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.

Parachute Play

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
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 ou...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.Each class is limited to 12 children ag...

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

Market Monday

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration is required. A time for family play! Gain "shopping" experience in our weekly play market! Each family group must include a responsible adult...

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

Drop-in program. No registration is required.

A time for family play! Gain "shopping" experience in our weekly play market!

Each family group must include a responsible adult. (Ages 3 to 7 years old)

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.

Ectothermic Animal Adventures *Rescheduled*

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH Multipurpose Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Presentation, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
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...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Presentation, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
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)

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.

3 Week Parachute Play

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.Each class is limited to 12 children ag...

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

Evening Storytime with Mr. Ben

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:15pm - 6:45pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive evening storytime every Monday night in the Silo! We will read wonderful stories, sing amazing songs, and use our trusty parachute to create a fun intera...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive evening storytime every Monday night in the Silo! We will read wonderful stories, sing amazing songs, and use our trusty parachute to create a fun interactive experience!

This event is in the "Children" group.

3 Week Parachute Play

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.Each class is limited to 12 children ag...

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 Story Time

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
MAN Community Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Esther for Tuesday story times! Registration is required. We want you in the loop if anything changes! For returning parents: The registration for this event will be i...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join Miss Esther for Tuesday story times! Registration is required. We want you in the loop if anything changes!

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.