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Construction Zone - OPEN PLAY

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Drop by the library to construct a building, create a gadget, operate a robot, and more! We will provide a variety of supplies to take you where your imagination leads.All age...

Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Drop by the library to construct a building, create a gadget, operate a robot, and more! 

We will provide a variety of supplies to take you where your imagination leads.

All ages! Walk-ins welcome!

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

Pajama Storytime

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us at the Lancaster City Branch for Pajama Storytime.We will read stories, sing songs, and dance!Miss Shannon will be wearing her pajamas, and you can too!All ages welcome wit...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Join us at the Lancaster City Branch for Pajama Storytime.

We will read stories, sing songs, and dance!

Miss Shannon will be wearing her pajamas, and you can too!

All ages welcome with a parent/caregiver.

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

Wednesday Night Book Club

Wednesday, May 7, 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: 11
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Slow Flow Yoga

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
LPL Program Room B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of stress-relieving, life-affirming, β€˜feel good’ yoga at the Lancaster Public Library. This Slow Flow class connects movement and breath, body and mind. It...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of stress-relieving, life-affirming, β€˜feel good’ yoga at the Lancaster Public Library. 

This Slow Flow class connects movement and breath, body and mind.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Thursday Book Group

Thursday, May 8, 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 "Toddlers" group.

Toddler Time

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
LPL Musser Park at Lancaster
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers
Event Details:

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to MUSSER PARK for Toddler Time!This crowd-pleasing program offers social interaction and builds a love of reading through engaging storie...

Registration Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Musser Park
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to MUSSER PARK for Toddler Time!

This crowd-pleasing program offers social interaction and builds a love of reading through engaging stories, fun songs, and more ✨

Ages 1-

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, May 8, 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.

ASL Storytime

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LPL Program Room A 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 only.Ag...

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Book Swap Book Club πŸ“™πŸ”„πŸ“—

Thursday, May 8, 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 "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

M is for Mindfulness Storytime

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

We will read stories, fly like butterflies, stand strong like trees, breathe like the ocean, and feel the peace within us.Each session, we will pair yoga-inspired movements and sim...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

We will read stories, fly like butterflies, stand strong like trees, breathe like the ocean, and feel the peace within us.

Each session, we will pair yoga-inspired movements and simple mindfulness practices with books to engage body, hear

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

Becoming a Homeowner

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
LPL Program Room B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Finance, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join Truist Bank at the library to learn more about finances, budgeting, and planning for the future. Now is a great time to take advantage of FREE programs and learning!Becom...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Finance, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join Truist Bank at the library to learn more about finances, budgeting, and planning for the future.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

LGBTQIA+ Book Club

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club, Community, Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A book club focused on both fiction and nonfiction works that are centered around LGBTQIA+ lifestyles and people, ranging from classic memoirs and novels to modern science fiction ...

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

A book club focused on both fiction and nonfiction works that are centered around LGBTQIA+ lifestyles and people, ranging from classic memoirs and novels to modern science fiction and fantasy picks, with a goal to provide a wide range of authors,

This event is in the "Children" group.

Read-a-Loud with Basil

Saturday, May 10, 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. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Read-a-Loud with Basil

Saturday, May 10, 2025 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) and w...

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, May 10, 2025 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 watc...

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 "Children" group.

Read-a-Loud with Basil

Saturday, May 10, 2025 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) and w...

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 "Everyone" group.

FREE Health Screenings

Monday, May 12, 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, May 13, 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, May 14, 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 "Teens" group.

Teen Gaming: 2nd Wednesday Edition

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 2pm!Featuring:Playstation 4Nintendo SwitchXbox OneOculus QuestPlaystation VROver 100 games to choose from!Ages 12-18Registration is requ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

TV screen with words Teen Gaming displayed

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.

Tween Book Club

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Calling all Tween Book Lovers!  Join us for a Tween Book Club discussion of Capture the Flag by Kate Messner.  We'll meet to discuss the book, share a snack, and other bo...

Cancelled
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Calling all Tween Book Lovers!  

Join us for a Tween Book Club discussion of Capture the Flag by Kate Messner.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Construction Zone - OPEN PLAY

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Drop by the library to construct a building, create a gadget, operate a robot, and more! We will provide a variety of supplies to take you where your imagination leads.All age...

Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Drop by the library to construct a building, create a gadget, operate a robot, and more! 

We will provide a variety of supplies to take you where your imagination leads.

All ages! Walk-ins welcome!

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, May 15, 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, May 15, 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