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Science for Tweens

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Join us for a fun afternoon of science experiments! Ages 10-12.

Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for a fun afternoon of science experiments! Ages 10-12.

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

Sing & Sign

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join Darla Bair, Music for Everyone's Director of Choral Activities, for a storytime for preschoolers and their families.   Each week, Darla will weave stories, songs, simp...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 74
Event Details:

Join Darla Bair, Music for Everyone's Director of Choral Activities, for a storytime for preschoolers and their families.

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

Noveltea Book Club

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us at the Mountville Branch for a monthly book discussion club for bibliophiles who appreciate a good cup of tea just as much as a good story. 2024 Reading List Janu...

Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The words Noveltea Book Club next to a stack of four books with a cup of tea on top

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

Terrific Trails!

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, Discussion, Health & Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Best for adults, teens, older kids.  Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Join Lancaster native and librarian Keith Greenawalt as he discusses some of his favorite local and regio...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Health & Wellness, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 31
Event Details:

Best for adults, teens, older kids.  Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Join Lancaster native and librarian Keith Greenawalt as he discusses some of his favorite local and regional trails.

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 "Everyone" group.

Concert: Jamie O'Brien and the Launies

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Indoor Concert: Jamie O’Brien and the Launies Thursday, May 16 at 6:30 pm O’Brien hails from a London-Irish family and he utilizes this special background in his musical perf...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

Indoor Concert: Jamie O’Brien and the Launies

Thursday, May 16 at 6:30 pm

This event is in the "Children" group.

Pajama Party Story Time

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
EPH Story Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us and enjoy the magic of the library at night. Get lost in bedtime stories, play games and enjoy some arts and crafts all while wearing your pajamas! Don’t forget to bring a ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Join us and enjoy the magic of the library at night. Get lost in bedtime stories, play games and enjoy some arts and crafts all while wearing your pajamas! Don’t forget to bring a favorite stuffed animal! Ages 2-6.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Milanof-Schock Library Board Meeting

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Board of Milanof-Schock Library meets the third Thursday evening of every month. The public is welcome. The Board does not meet in December.

Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The Board of Milanof-Schock Library meets the third Thursday evening of every month. The public is welcome.

The Board does not meet in December.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Connect with a Social Worker

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
ADM Community Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Are you facing challenges or seeking support in your life? A licensed social worker from REAL Life Community Services is here to help! To make an appointment, call Emelia at 717-33...

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Are you facing challenges or seeking support in your life? A licensed social worker from REAL Life Community Services is here to help! To make an appointment, call Emelia at 717-336-7797 option 1 or email her at Emelia@reallcs.org.

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

Knitting Club

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
MTP Morgan Center A at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Welcome all knitters, crocheters, loom knitters, cross stitchers, felters, spinners, and embroiderers—anyone who transforms fiber into amazing creations is invited to attend our bi...

Registration Closed
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Welcome all knitters, crocheters, loom knitters, cross stitchers, felters, spinners, and embroiderers—anyone who transforms fiber into amazing creations is invited to attend our bimonthly Knitting Club.

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

Toddler Time with Stay and Play

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

Hello, and welcome all between the all ages 0-48months(4-year-olds)! This is a time your child/kiddo to bond with you, new friends, learn to share, and listen to a short story. The...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Hello, and welcome all between the all ages 0-48months(4-year-olds)! This is a time your child/kiddo to bond with you, new friends, learn to share, and listen to a short story. The basics of this program is play.

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

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.

Duplo Block Free-Play for ages 2+ with a Caregiver

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Strasburg-Heisler
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Come build, play, and use your imagination! Ages 2 and up with a caregiver. No registration Required!

Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Come build, play, and use your imagination! Ages 2 and up with a caregiver.

No registration Required!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Spring Plant Sale

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
MVL Offsite Location at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Community, Fundraiser
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Come, celebrate spring at the Friends of the Mountville Branch Library Spring Plant Sale! Friday, May 17 from 10AM-5PM Saturday, May 18 from 10AM-12PM Mountville Church of t...

Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Offsite Location
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Fundraiser
Event Details:

Come, celebrate spring at the Friends of the Mountville Branch Library Spring Plant Sale!

Friday, May 17 from 10AM-5PM

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

Kids Crafts and Coffee- May

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Strasburg-Heisler
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Come have FUN and make some new friends!  We will do a toddler/preschool friendly craft, sing songs, and play!  The Library will provide coffee for the adults!! (From Joe...

Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come have FUN and make some new friends!  We will do a toddler/preschool friendly craft, sing songs, and play!  The Library will provide coffee for the adults!! (From Joe on the GO!!)

This event is in the "Children" group.

Marietta Story Time with Miss Jan

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
MJY Offsite Location at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Miss Jan is going to Marietta for a special story time at the old First National Bank building, 100 W. Market Street. She will read stories, sing a few songs, and will offer an ...

Registration Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Offsite Location
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

Miss Jan is going to Marietta for a special story time at the old First National Bank building, 100 W. Market Street.

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

Parachute Play

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Registration will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, May 1st for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Friday, May 3rd for residents of other municipalities. Join u...

Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registration will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, May 1st for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Friday, May 3rd for residents of other municipalities.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Sit & Knit

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
ADM Reading Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Do you knit or crochet? Bring your latest project and join your fellow crafters on the comfy chairs in front of the fireplace. Drop-in to work on your craft, get inspired, trade ti...

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you knit or crochet? Bring your latest project and join your fellow crafters on the comfy chairs in front of the fireplace. Drop-in to work on your craft, get inspired, trade tips, and chat in a comfortable, relaxed setting.

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

Technology Help

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
ADM Reading Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Could you use some help with your mobile devices? Or maybe you want to learn Word or apply for a job online? Come to the library! Library staff will provide free one-on-one technol...

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Could you use some help with your mobile devices? Or maybe you want to learn Word or apply for a job online? Come to the library!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Crafterday!

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Manheim Township
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Come enjoy a fun make-and-take craft from 9:00AM- 12:00PM! For children ages 4 to 11. 

Library: Manheim Township
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come enjoy a fun make-and-take craft from 9:00AM- 12:00PM! For children ages 4 to 11. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Joyful Stitchers

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 9:15am - 12:45pm
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

If you love to cross-stitch, bring your current project to the Library to work in the company of other stitchers. No need to register.

Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

If you love to cross-stitch, bring your current project to the Library to work in the company of other stitchers. No need to register.

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

The Path to Home Ownership: How To Be A First Time Home Buyer

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
LPL Board Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This program will assess the current housing market, show how to give yourself an advantage as a buyer, dispel mortgage myths, explain the importance of credit and down payments, w...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

This program will assess the current housing market, show how to give yourself an advantage as a buyer, dispel mortgage myths, explain the importance of credit and down payments, while providing patrons with the dos and don'ts of buying your firs

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.

Genealogy Workshop

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Moores Memorial
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn how to research your family history using historical documents.

Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Learn how to research your family history using historical documents.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Spring Plant Sale

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
MVL Offsite Location at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Community, Fundraiser
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Come, celebrate spring at the Friends of the Mountville Branch Library Spring Plant Sale! Friday, May 17 from 10AM-5PM Saturday, May 18 from 10AM-12PM Mountville Church of t...

Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Offsite Location
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Fundraiser
Event Details:

Come, celebrate spring at the Friends of the Mountville Branch Library Spring Plant Sale!

Friday, May 17 from 10AM-5PM

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Board Gaming

Saturday, May 18, 2024 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 "Everyone" group.

Art in the Park...Books in the Basement

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Columbia
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Create Columbia is bringing art to our lovely Locust Street Park! This year begins “Art in the Park,” an event to celebrate the work of regional artists. This joint event als...

Library: Columbia
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Create Columbia is bringing art to our lovely Locust Street Park!

This year begins “Art in the Park,” an event to celebrate the work of regional artists.