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Knitting and crocheting group

Knitting and Crocheting Group

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
QVL Pennington Family Conference Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

This group is open to all interested knitters, crocheters, and other needle or fabric crafters.

Thanks to the Britton family for being our Adult Program sponsor!

Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This group is open to all interested knitters, crocheters, and other needle or fabric crafters.

Thanks to the Britton family for being our Adult Program sponsor!

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.

Marietta Senior Apartments- 607 E Market St, Marietta, PA 17547

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

This stop is ONLY for seniors and staff at Marietta Senior Apartments

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, check out or return materials, and request holds for future stops.

Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and staff at Marietta Senior Apartments

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, check out or return materials, and request holds for future stops.

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. 

BYOB Book Club - closed to new members

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
LTZ Board Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

For more information contact Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org

Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

For more information contact Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org

Wee Build Free Play

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:45pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

teens

Teen Zone

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for a relaxed hang out with different activities like crafts, board games and fun activities to pass the time. Each session we’ll do something different. Check the events calendar to see what we’re doing! Ages 13-18.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxed hang out with different activities like crafts, board games and fun activities to pass the time. Each session we’ll do something different. Check the events calendar to see what we’re doing! 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.

Paws 2 Read

Paws 2 Read

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:15pm
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Age Group:
Everyone

Kids - Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids - Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Program Room B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Join us for Anime After School!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
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. 

Willow Run - 26 Utley Pl, Willow Street, PA 17584

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone

This stop is open to the public.

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, return and check out materials, as well as request holds for future stops.

Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

This stop is open to the public.

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, return and check out materials, as well as request holds for future stops.

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.

LCCL After School Alliance

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
LPL Study Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

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

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

Paws 2 Read

Paws 2 Read

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:15pm - 4:30pm
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Age Group:
Everyone

Kids - Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids - Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Paws 2 Read

Paws 2 Read

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:30pm - 4:45pm
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Age Group:
Everyone

Kids - Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids - Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Paws 2 Read

Paws 2 Read

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:45pm - 5:00pm
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Age Group:
Everyone

Kids - Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids - Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Paws 2 Read

Paws 2 Read

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:15pm
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Age Group:
Everyone

Kids - Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids - Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Paws 2 Read

Paws 2 Read

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:15pm - 5:30pm
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Age Group:
Everyone

Kids - Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids - Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

the Grinch

Holiday Movie and Craft Night!

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
EPH Multipurpose Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Children

You’re a mean one, Mr. Grinch… but here at the Library we are full of festive spirit! Join us for a friendly, cozy Grinch-themed Holiday Movie Night full of fun and cheer.

Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie & Film
Registration Required
Event Details:

You’re a mean one, Mr. Grinch… but here at the Library we are full of festive spirit! Join us for a friendly, cozy Grinch-themed Holiday Movie Night full of fun and cheer.

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens

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.

Polar Express Photo

Celebrate the Season with a Movie Screening of The Polar Express

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:45pm - 8:00pm
MTP Morgan Center ABC at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Movie & Film
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Join us for a magical evening as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of The Polar Express movie! Get cozy in your pajamas, bring your favorite blanket and pillow, and step into the holiday spirit.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center ABC
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie & Film
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a magical evening as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of The Polar Express movie! Get cozy in your pajamas, bring your favorite blanket and pillow, and step into the holiday spirit.

Photo of ciabatta bread

Bread Basics: Ciabatta Bread

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Learn how to make ciabatta bread. All participants will take home a loaf to bake.

Cost is $15.00 per participant to cover supplies.

Cancelled
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make ciabatta bread. All participants will take home a loaf to bake.

Cost is $15.00 per participant to cover supplies.

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

book club flyer with dates and description already in event details

Know Thy Shelf! Teen Book Club

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
QVL Pennington Family Conference Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens

 

Ages 13-17. Snacks will be provided. Please register for each session you are able to attend.   

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

Ages 13-17. Snacks will be provided. Please register for each session you are able to attend.   

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

Noveltea Book Club

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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

Library: Mountville Branch
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

Digital Detox

Digital Detox with Old-School Writing Tools

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Community, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join Lititz Public Library's resident pen expert for a break from digital technology to embrace the fun and relaxation of using analog writing tools.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Lititz Public Library's resident pen expert for a break from digital technology to embrace the fun and relaxation of using analog writing tools.

Life Skills for Success

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
LPL Community Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Adults

Join experts from Lancaster County Courts for semiweekly classes focused on basic life skills like computer usage, resume building, job searching, math, reading, and writing. 

Take your life in a new direction while working at the lib

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Join experts from Lancaster County Courts for semiweekly classes focused on basic life skills like computer usage, resume building, job searching, math, reading, and writing. 

Take your life in a new direction while working at the lib

A dancing white, yellow, and green flower surrounded by music notes and the words Music and Movement

Music and Movement

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Move and groove with Miss Gail!

Develop early literacy skills, with music, dancing, and fun.

We think preschoolers (ages 3-5) will enjoy this program the most, but older and younger siblings are invited to join in on the fun!

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

Move and groove with Miss Gail!

Develop early literacy skills, with music, dancing, and fun.

We think preschoolers (ages 3-5) will enjoy this program the most, but older and younger siblings are invited to join in on the fun!

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. 

Toddler Time on Fridays at 10am for babies 6 months-24 months.

Toddler Time - for 6 -24 months

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
MAN Meeting Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Community, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers

Visit Miss Esther for a time of songs, stories, and fun! We will meet for 30 minutes in the large meeting room across from the circulation desk. This program is created for children ages 6 months - 24 months.

Cancelled
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Community, Music, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Visit Miss Esther for a time of songs, stories, and fun! We will meet for 30 minutes in the large meeting room across from the circulation desk. This program is created for children ages 6 months - 24 months.

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.

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.

Duplo Free play Ages 2+ with a Caregiver

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group:
Children

Come use your imagination, build and play! No registration required 

Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Come use your imagination, build and play! No registration required