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Noveltea Book Club

Thursday, November 20, 2025 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.2025 Reading ListJanuary 16 β€” Rid...

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 "Children" group.

Read-a-Loud with Raven

Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 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 Raven, a loving KPETs therapy dog.Call or visit the library to sign up your 1st-4th grader for a 15-minute reading timeslot ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Blue background, in the foreground repeating pattern of dogs and books

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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 LGBTQIA+ Book Club

Monday, November 24, 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.

Future Architects Club

Tuesday, November 25, 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Chair Yoga at the Library

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
LPL Program Room B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Exercise is key to our wellbeing, but you don’t need a gym to keep yourself on the move!Join LPL for Chair Yoga at the Library and learn how you can use a simple piece of furniture...

Cancelled
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Exercise is key to our wellbeing, but you don’t need a gym to keep yourself on the move!

Join LPL for Chair Yoga at the Library and learn how you can use a simple piece of furniture to boost your mobility and help you feel your b

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, November 25, 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

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

Fiber Arts Group

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
LPL Program Room B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

All fiber arts (knitting, crocheting, embroidery, etc.) are welcome at our group! Bring your current project and settle in for an afternoon of crafting and chatting.  This gro...

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Event Details:

All fiber arts (knitting, crocheting, embroidery, etc.) are welcome at our group! Bring your current project and settle in for an afternoon of crafting and chatting.

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Lancaster, Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Thursday, November 27-Saturday, November 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The buildings will reopen on Monday...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Thursday, November 27-Saturday, November 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Lancaster, Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Thursday, November 27-Saturday, November 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The buildings will reopen on Monday...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Thursday, November 27-Saturday, November 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Lancaster, Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Thursday, November 27-Saturday, November 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The buildings will reopen on Monday...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Thursday, November 27-Saturday, November 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

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

Short Story Discussion Group

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club, Discussion
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us on the first Tuesday of each month as we read and discuss works in the Short Story genre! From classic to contemporary, we’ll cover a variety of authors and stories to help...

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

Join us on the first Tuesday of each month as we read and discuss works in the Short Story genre! From classic to contemporary, we’ll cover a variety of authors and stories to help us explore well-known works and introduce us to new favorites.

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

History Book Club

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Please join the History Book Club to engage with like-minded history buffs as we examine different historical moments throughout the world.Read the book prior and come to the meeti...

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

LPL presents History Book Club written over lion statue

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

Wednesday Night Book Club

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

On Wednesdays, we discuss books!Join us every 1st Wednesday to discuss a monthly fiction or non-fiction selection. We'll enjoy a diverse range of genres and themes, fostering livel...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

On Wednesdays, we discuss books!

Join us every 1st Wednesday to discuss a monthly fiction or non-fiction selection.

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, December 4, 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, December 4, 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 "Adults" group.

Book Swap!

Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
LPL Board Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club, Community
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Meet your next favorite read and share your current favorite titles with other book lovers! Bring at least one book to give away and take one home in exchange.  Stop by any ti...

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Community
Event Details:

Meet your next favorite read and share your current favorite titles with other book lovers! Bring at least one book to give away and take one home in exchange.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

LPL Open Late: First Friday

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Lancaster
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Make Lancaster Public Library part of your First Friday evening plans! Downtown Lancaster springs to life on the First Friday of each month. Art galleries, studios, museums, r...

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

Make Lancaster Public Library part of your First Friday evening plans! 

Downtown Lancaster springs to life on the First Friday of each month.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

FREE Health Screenings

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
LPL Main Lobby or Reading Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Visit with a team of nurses from PennState Health to receive health assessments like cholesterol screenings and blood pressure checks, as well as referrals to social services.As pa...

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Main Lobby or Reading Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Visit with a team of nurses from PennState Health to receive health assessments like cholesterol screenings and blood pressure checks, as well as referrals to social services.

As part of our mission to connect people with information and

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Future Architects Club

Tuesday, December 9, 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 "Adults" group.

Lunch Time Junk Journaling

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Pack your lunch, grab a journal*, and meet us at the library for junk journaling. It is a creative way to make a journal using recycled and found materials, and to record your...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Pack your lunch, grab a journal*, and meet us at the library for junk journaling. 

It is a creative way to make a journal using recycled and found materials, and to record your thoughts, ideas, and memories.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Thursday Book Group

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A book club for people who want to read (or re-read) the classics! Our Thursday Book Group focuses on literature that has stood the test of time and continues to be relevant.&...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

A book club for people who want to read (or re-read) the classics! Our Thursday Book Group focuses on literature that has stood the test of time and continues to be relevant. 

New members are welcome to join the discussion.

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, December 11, 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Book Swap Book Club πŸ“™πŸ”„πŸ“—

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This book club will allow readers to bring books they've recently read and loved, or didn't love, and give the group their thoughts. After everyone has had a chance to discuss...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

This book club will allow readers to bring books they've recently read and loved, or didn't love, and give the group their thoughts. 

  • After everyone has had a chance to discuss their books, we'll give attendees the opportunity to
This event is in the "Children" group.

Read-a-Loud with Basil

Saturday, December 13, 2025 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 read...

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 requ

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.