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Letter Writing Club for Homeschoolers

Monday, August 18, 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.

Adventures in Gaming: Unrailed!

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Explore the wacky world of co-op games that Laura loves. The weirder the game, the better! All games will be co-op games requiring you to work together to succeed. (Please only reg...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Explore the wacky world of co-op games that Laura loves. The weirder the game, the better! All games will be co-op games requiring you to work together to succeed.

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.

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.

Am I the Bad Guy?

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us for dramatic readings of stories found online. Was the writer in the right or in the wrong? Let’s decide. Ages 13-18.

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for dramatic readings of stories found online. Was the writer in the right or in the wrong? Let’s decide. 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Gamers Club

Tuesday, August 19, 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.

Teen LGBTQIA+ Book Club

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Be a part of our teen book club! This is a space for LGBTQIA+ teens and their allies to talk about their favorite books, learn about queer literature, get (and give) book reco...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Be a part of our teen book club! 

This is a space for LGBTQIA+ teens and their allies to talk about their favorite books, learn about queer literature, get (and give) book recommendations, and meet others in the community.

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

Almost Perfect Crimes

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adamstown
Program Type:
Community, Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join Miss Jess as we discover together β€œWhodunit!” Upon registration, you will receive the Zoom link. The Mini Murder Mystery Story for each month is attached to this event page (o...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join Miss Jess as we discover together β€œWhodunit!” Upon registration, you will receive the Zoom link. The Mini Murder Mystery Story for each month is attached to this event page (or will be attached soon!).

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Hunt a Killer: Teen Detectives

Wednesday, August 20, 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 "Teens" group.

Holy Guacamole! VS. Teen Cuisine: Baking Showdown! Team Laura Ages 13-18

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Tweens sign up for Team Ascher; Teens sign up for Team Laura and face off in a baking showdown. Guest judges will decide which team is the Champion! Ages 10-18.

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Tweens sign up for Team Ascher; Teens sign up for Team Laura and face off in a baking showdown. Guest judges will decide which team is the Champion! Ages 10-18.

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

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.

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, August 21, 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.πŸŽ₯ 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 "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, August 21, 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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, August 23, 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: 6
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 "Teens" group.

Teen Gamers Club

Tuesday, August 26, 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, August 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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 πŸ«πŸ›πŸ’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 πŸ«πŸ›πŸ’

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, August 26, 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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime After School!

Thursday, August 28, 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.πŸŽ₯ 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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

LEGO Creation Club

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Community, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Everyone
Event Details:

Once a month we will build themed creations out of LEGO bricks that will be displayed in the library. No registration required. Recommended for ages 8+ and siblings.

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: Community, STEM
Event Details:

Once a month we will build themed creations out of LEGO bricks that will be displayed in the library. No registration required. 

Recommended for ages 8+ 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.

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All Day
Moores Memorial
Closing
Branches:
Moores Memorial

Closed for Labor Day

All Day
Quarryville

The library will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Saturday, August 30. Enjoy the holiday!

Closing
Branches:
Quarryville
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Saturday, August 30. Enjoy the holiday!

Library Closed

All Day 8/30 - 9/1
Adamstown

The Adamstown Area Library is closed on Labor Day weekend.

Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

The Adamstown Area Library is closed on Labor Day weekend.

Closed

All Day
Lititz
Closing
Branches:
Lititz

CLOSED

All Day
Moores Memorial

LABOR DAY

Closing
Branches:
Moores Memorial
Description:

LABOR DAY

ELANCO Library Closed (Labor Day)

All Day
Eastern Lancaster County

ELANCO Library will be closed all day today. (Labor Day)

Closing
Branches:
Eastern Lancaster County
Description:

ELANCO Library will be closed all day today. (Labor Day)

Labor Day

All Day
Ephrata
Closing
Branches:
Ephrata

Labor Day - CLOSED

All Day
Manheim Township
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Township