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Teen Murder Mystery

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
EPH Multipurpose Room at Ephrata
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

You are enjoying a party when a body is discovered. Murder! The killer is in the room with you. Play a key role in a murder mystery and see if you can figure out who the killer is…...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

You are enjoying a party when a body is discovered. Murder! The killer is in the room with you. Play a key role in a murder mystery and see if you can figure out who the killer is…before you’re next! Dinner will be provided.

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

Trick or Treat at the Library!

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
EPH Lobby at Ephrata
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Stop by the library between 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. to show off your costume and Trick or Treat!  Parents: Please enter on the State Street side of the library. 

Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Stop by the library between 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. to show off your costume and Trick or Treat! 

Parents: Please enter on the State Street side of the library. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Reading with Sasha

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
MJY Engle Room Small at Milanof-Schock
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Sasha is a yellow lab and a certified therapy dog with the KPETs who helps children who struggle with reading.  This loving creature can help turn the reading environment into...

Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Small
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Sasha is a yellow lab and a certified therapy dog with the KPETs who helps children who struggle with reading.

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.

Sweets for the Mind

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Columbia
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Children stop by the front steps of the library during Trick or Treat on Thursday, October 31 and receive a free book! 6:00pm - 8:00pm While supplies last! 

Library: Columbia
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Children stop by the front steps of the library during Trick or Treat on Thursday, October 31 and receive a free book!

6:00pm - 8:00pm

While supplies last! 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Trick or Treat Night

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adamstown
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Trick or Treat Night in Adamstown is Thursday, October 31 from 6-8 p.m. Stop by the library in your costume for a special Halloween Surprise! For families.  

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

Trick or Treat Night in Adamstown is Thursday, October 31 from 6-8 p.m. Stop by the library in your costume for a special Halloween Surprise! For families.  

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Lancaster, Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Friday, November 1 for a professional development day for the staff. The buildings will reopen on Saturday, November 2. ...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Friday, November 1 for a professional development day for the staff. The buildings will reopen on Saturday, November 2.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Connect with a Social Worker

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
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! Fridays by appointment from 9:30-10:30 a.m...

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!

Fridays by appointment from 9:30-10:30 a.m. or drop-in from 10:30 to 12 p.m.

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

Knitting Club

Friday, November 1, 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

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
MAN Community Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers
Event Details:

Welcome to Manheim Community Library's Toddler Time program. This program occurs Friday, weekly, unless there is a holiday, unforeseen closing, or staffing is too low. It is cre...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Welcome to Manheim Community Library's Toddler Time program. This program occurs Friday, weekly, unless there is a holiday, unforeseen closing, or staffing is too low.

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. 

Special Needs

Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.

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

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

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Strasburg-Heisler
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, 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: Toddlers, 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 "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Parachute Play

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us for a cooperative movement program where we will use our imaginations while we play with a parachute! Stories and songs will be incorporated, while we move about and use ou...

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

Join us for a cooperative movement program where we will use our imaginations while we play with a parachute! Stories and songs will be incorporated, while we move about and use our motor skills.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Sit & Knit

Friday, November 1, 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 "Seniors" group.

Medicare Open Enrollment (Lancaster Office of Aging)

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
QVL Pennington Family Conference Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Medicare Annual Open Enrollment Appointments  at Quarryville Library PA-MEDI (formerly APPRISE) assists those with questions about Medicare, Medicaid, and other health insu...

Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Medicare Annual Open Enrollment Appointments  at Quarryville Library

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.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Dramatic Play Fridays

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:45pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop in program. No registration required. Children can take on the role of veterinarians, postal workers, chefs, and more! Each family group must include a responsible adult pr...

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

Drop in program. No registration required. Children can take on the role of veterinarians, postal workers, chefs, and more!

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

Technology Help

Friday, November 1, 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 "Adults" group.

Anime Club

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

New for 2024! As our teens have mostly aged out of the Teen Anime Club, we're rebranding it as an adult program. Teens may still attend with an adult permission (in writing). Anime...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Movie & Film
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

New for 2024! As our teens have mostly aged out of the Teen Anime Club, we're rebranding it as an adult program. Teens may still attend with an adult permission (in writing). Anime for all audiences will continue to be 13+ rated.

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.

Food Allergies

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Speechcraft Workshop, presented by Toastmasters

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:30am
MTP Morgan Center A at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Business & Career, Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Conestoga Toastmasters presents a 4-week Speechcraft Workshop where attendees will learn how to overcome their fear of public speaking, effectively prepare and deliver a speech, an...

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Career, Discussion
Event Details:

Conestoga Toastmasters presents a 4-week Speechcraft Workshop where attendees will learn how to overcome their fear of public speaking, effectively prepare and deliver a speech, and improve upon active listening skills as evaluators.

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 "Children" group.

Crafterday!

Saturday, November 2, 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 "Children" group.

Move & Groove with Miss Alyssa

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:15am
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Alyssa for music, dancing, and a lot of fun! Added songs and stories to help develop early literacy skills. Learning can be fun!

Registration Open
Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Join Miss Alyssa for music, dancing, and a lot of fun! Added songs and stories to help develop early literacy skills. Learning can be fun!

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 "Everyone" group.

3rd Annual Local Author Expo

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lititz
Age Group:
Everyone
Library: Lititz
Age Group: Everyone
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Music & Movement

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers
Event Details:

Sing, dance, chant, listen to music, move, and play instruments, while exploring the patterns and sounds that make up our language. This musical storytime is designed to promote la...

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Sing, dance, chant, listen to music, move, and play instruments, while exploring the patterns and sounds that make up our language.

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 "Children" group.

Reading with Wrestlers!

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
LPL Community Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Presentation, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

We are thrilled to present a special program featuring WWE/Lucha Libre wrestlers from Three Legacies Wrestling! Join us for a story, some demonstrations, a Q&A session, ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community, Presentation, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

We are thrilled to present a special program featuring WWE/Lucha Libre wrestlers from Three Legacies Wrestling!

English language flyer

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chess Club

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
QVL Pennington Family Conference Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come join our Chess Club for adults and older teens (16+).  All levels welcome, we have a coach available to help you learn.

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come join our Chess Club for adults and older teens (16+).  All levels welcome, we have a coach available to help you learn.

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.