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LCCL After School Alliance

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
LPL Study Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
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 offi...

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 "Teens" group.

Late Night at the Library

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 9:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us after-hours for video games, board games, flashlight tag, laser tag and more! Please keep in mind each Late Night we rotate different activities, so Laser tag doesn’t happe...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us after-hours for video games, board games, flashlight tag, laser tag and more! Please keep in mind each Late Night we rotate different activities, so Laser tag doesn’t happen at every session!

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 "Teens" group.

Teen Board Gaming

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
QVL Pennington Family Conference Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Open board game time for teens in the library! Bring your favorite board games to share with the group. 

Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Open board game time for teens in the library! Bring your favorite board games to share with the group. 

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

Letter Writing Club for Homeschoolers

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Letter Writing for Homeschoolers. Practice writing letters with a senior pen-pal from the community. Participants will write, send, receive and respond to letters. We will not...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Letter Writing for Homeschoolers. Practice writing letters with a senior pen-pal from the community. Participants will write, send, receive and respond to letters.

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 "Teens" group.

Art Camp for Teens

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Learn the basics of crochet and create a cute amigurumi creation to keep! No crochet experience required. You must be available to attend all sessions to register for this event. A...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Learn the basics of crochet and create a cute amigurumi creation to keep! No crochet experience required. You must be available to attend all sessions to register for this event. Ages 13-18.

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.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

Special Needs

Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.

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

Book Buddies

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Older students are paired with younger children to read together.Hear a story as a large group, read with your buddy, and make a craft.*Be sure to indicate if you are a reader (5th...

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Older students are paired with younger children to read together.

Hear a story as a large group, read with your buddy, and make a craft.

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 "Teens" group.

Art Camp for Teens

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Learn the basics of crochet and create a cute amigurumi creation to keep! No crochet experience required. You must be available to attend all sessions to register for this event. A...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Learn the basics of crochet and create a cute amigurumi creation to keep! No crochet experience required. You must be available to attend all sessions to register for this event. Ages 13-18.

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.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

Special Needs

Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Gamers Club

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us for some relaxation and video games on our Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 13-18. 

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us for some relaxation and video games on our Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 13-18. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Future Architects Club

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Business & Career
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Lancaster city is filled with interesting architecture 🏫🏛🏢Are you a teen who dreams of designing interesting spaces for living, working, and playing? If so, join us for a  biw...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Business & Career
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Lancaster city is filled with interesting architecture 🏫🏛🏢

Are you a teen who dreams of designing interesting spaces for living, working, and playing? If so, join us for a  biweekly studio-style club focused on architecture!

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, July 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
LPL Program Room A at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, STEM
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
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 ...

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.

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 "Everyone" group.

Glitter Critters

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
EPH Multipurpose Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Learn about all that shimmers and sparkles in the animal world while looking at pictures and preserved specimens. Paint a beetle picture using natural mica glitter to take home. Ag...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Learn about all that shimmers and sparkles in the animal world while looking at pictures and preserved specimens. Paint a beetle picture using natural mica glitter to take home. 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.

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 "Teens" group.

Art Camp for Teens

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Learn the basics of crochet and create a cute amigurumi creation to keep! No crochet experience required. You must be available to attend all sessions to register for this event. A...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Learn the basics of crochet and create a cute amigurumi creation to keep! No crochet experience required. You must be available to attend all sessions to register for this event. Ages 13-18.

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.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

Special Needs

Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Hunt a Killer: Teen Detectives

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Work together to solve the murder of an actress who disappeared long ago. This program will be using the Hunt a Killer: Curtain Call set. Each week we will solve a new episode. Ful...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Work together to solve the murder of an actress who disappeared long ago. This program will be using the Hunt a Killer: Curtain Call set. Each week we will solve a new episode. Full of challenging puzzles you will work together to solve!

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.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

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.
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.

ELANCO Library Family STEM Nights

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Community, Discussion, Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Bring the whole family and work as a team to solve these STEM challenges! Participants will be challenged to design, build, test, and discover with different themes every week from...

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Bring the whole family and work as a team to solve these STEM challenges! Participants will be challenged to design, build, test, and discover with different themes every week from astronomy to zoology.

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

Youth Chess Camp

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Gaming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Ages 7-15. Wednesday evenings at 6 pm starting July 2, 2025. Registration is for the entire series - please don't unregister if you have to miss a week.  We will acc...

Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Gaming, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Ages 7-15.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Art Camp for Teens

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Learn the basics of crochet and create a cute amigurumi creation to keep! No crochet experience required. You must be available to attend all sessions to register for this event. A...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Learn the basics of crochet and create a cute amigurumi creation to keep! No crochet experience required. You must be available to attend all sessions to register for this event. Ages 13-18.

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.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

Special Needs

Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School! - we talk about anime, try new snacks, discuss manga, and do activities that immerse us in Japanese culture.🎥 The last Thursday of the month, w...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School!

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

Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Roll up some fun with our Dungeons & Dragons program 🐲Calling all young Elves, Dwarves, Gnomes and all other fantastical races of beings in the Dungeons and Dragons world! Join...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Roll up some fun with our Dungeons & Dragons program 🐲

Miniature D&D dragon in the background

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

Writers Camp for Tweens and Teens

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Discussion
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Perfect your writing skills in a supportive environment. Join this three-day writing camp for writing prompts, games and most importantly…practice! Ages 10-18.

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Perfect your writing skills in a supportive environment. Join this three-day writing camp for writing prompts, games and most importantly…practice! Ages 10-18.

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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Cooks & Books

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:30pm
MTP Morgan Center A at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Community, Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Writers Camp for Tweens and Teens

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Discussion
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Perfect your writing skills in a supportive environment. Join this three-day writing camp for writing prompts, games and most importantly…practice! Ages 10-18.

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Perfect your writing skills in a supportive environment. Join this three-day writing camp for writing prompts, games and most importantly…practice! Ages 10-18.

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 "Teens" group.

Teen Gamers Club

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us for some relaxation and video games on our Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 13-18. 

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us for some relaxation and video games on our Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 13-18. 

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

Writers Camp for Tweens and Teens

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Discussion
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Perfect your writing skills in a supportive environment. Join this three-day writing camp for writing prompts, games and most importantly…practice! Ages 10-18.

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Perfect your writing skills in a supportive environment. Join this three-day writing camp for writing prompts, games and most importantly…practice! Ages 10-18.

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 "Teens" group.

Hunt a Killer: Teen Detectives

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Work together to solve the murder of an actress who disappeared long ago. This program will be using the Hunt a Killer: Curtain Call set. Each week we will solve a new episode. Ful...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Work together to solve the murder of an actress who disappeared long ago. This program will be using the Hunt a Killer: Curtain Call set. Each week we will solve a new episode. Full of challenging puzzles you will work together to solve!

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.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

Special Needs

Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.