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Story Time with Switzerland

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Presentation, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join author David Hegedus as he reads his book, Trudi's adventure and learn more about Switzerland. We will have a Swiss flag activity and adventure parade.

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Presentation, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Join author David Hegedus as he reads his book, Trudi's adventure and learn more about Switzerland. We will have a Swiss flag activity and adventure parade.

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

LGBTQIA+ Book Club

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
LPL Board Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club, Discussion
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
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 Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, 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 "Adults" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
QVL Pennington Family Conference Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join the quest in our bi-monthly Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game!

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

Join the quest in our bi-monthly Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game!

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 "Children" group.

Paws 2 Read

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:30am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

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

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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 "Children" group.

Paws 2 Read

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 10:45am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

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. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Read-a-Loud with Raven

Saturday, November 23, 2024 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 t...

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

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 "Children" group.
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.

Sallie-Anne and the Gallant Old Eleventh

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
COL Meeting Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

When you think of a Civil War regiment, you think of men in navy blue uniforms marching together and depending on one another on the battlefield. What if I told you that the 11th P...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

When you think of a Civil War regiment, you think of men in navy blue uniforms marching together and depending on one another on the battlefield. What if I told you that the 11th Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment was different?

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.

Paws 2 Read

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:45am - 11:00am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

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. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Paws 2 Read

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:15am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

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. 

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

Ectothermic Animal Adventures

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Being a REPTILE is an adventure! These ectothermic animals are buried alive as babies, they grow up as orphans, and they learn how to survive without teachers or parents! Jesse Rot...

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Being a REPTILE is an adventure! These ectothermic animals are buried alive as babies, they grow up as orphans, and they learn how to survive without teachers or parents!

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.

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

Duplo Free Play

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required. Build and play with the Library’s DUPLO bricks. Each family group must include a responsible adult.

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

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Build and play with the Library’s DUPLO bricks. Each family group must include a responsible adult.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Paws 2 Read

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11:15am - 11:30am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

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. 

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

Thanksgiving Celebration: Children's Fall Program

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

We will be reading books about the Thanksgiving holiday, learning what different ways we can celebrate it and playing pretend feast. We will be making arts and crafts, listening to...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

We will be reading books about the Thanksgiving holiday, learning what different ways we can celebrate it and playing pretend feast. We will be making arts and crafts, listening to songs and playing games.

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.

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

Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

We are ready to roll up some fun with a new Dungeons & Dragons program 🐲 Calling all young Elves, Dwarves, Gnomes and all other fantastical races of beings in the Dungeo...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

We are ready to roll up some fun with a new Dungeons & Dragons program 🐲

Miniature D&D dragon in the background

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.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
MJY Grissinger Board Room at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

The group has space for three more players. Contact Miss Jan if interested. jbetty@mslibrary.org or 717-653-1510.

Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Grissinger Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

The group has space for three more players. Contact Miss Jan if interested. jbetty@mslibrary.org or 717-653-1510.

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 "Babies" group.

Little Ducklings- Baby and Caregiver Class

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group:
Babies
Event Details:

Little Ducklings-Baby and Caregiver Class for babies 3 months up to 1 year.  Little Ducklings is a fun interactive program designed for parents or caregivers and their babi...

Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Babies
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Little Ducklings-Baby and Caregiver Class for babies 3 months up to 1 year. 

Little Ducklings is a fun interactive program designed for parents or caregivers and their babies.

This event is in the "Babies" group.

Tiny Tales Story Time

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies
Event Details:

Stories, bubbles, music, and play time for our youngest library friends. Ages birth to age 2, with their caregiver.

Registration Open
Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Stories, bubbles, music, and play time for our youngest library friends. Ages birth to age 2, with their caregiver.

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.

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

Preschool Story Time

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
MAN Community Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Esther for Monday story times! Registration is required. We want you in the loop if anything changes! For returning parents: The registration for this event will be in...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join Miss Esther for Monday story times! Registration is required. We want you in the loop if anything changes!

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.

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

Parachute Play

Monday, November 25, 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...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Market Monday

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration is required. A time for family play! Gain "shopping" experience in our weekly play market! Each family group must include a responsible adult...

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

Drop-in program. No registration is required.

A time for family play! Gain "shopping" experience in our weekly play market!

Each family group must include a responsible adult. (Ages 3 to 7 years old)

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

Painting for Homeschoolers

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Learn about different types of painting and try them for yourself! Things might get a little messy so please dress appropriately. Ages 10-14.

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Learn about different types of painting and try them for yourself! Things might get a little messy so please dress appropriately. Ages 10-14.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Closely Knit

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We have time set aside every month for knitters to gather in the company of other knitters and work on projects. All skill levels are welcome, no need to register.

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

We have time set aside every month for knitters to gather in the company of other knitters and work on projects. All skill levels are welcome, 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.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 3:30pm - 6:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Dungeons and Dragons is a game of imagination, fun, chaos and story. Play as a character you create and let the Dungeon Master take you on a journey to a mystical land. Cast spells...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Dungeons and Dragons is a game of imagination, fun, chaos and story. Play as a character you create and let the Dungeon Master take you on a journey to a mystical land. Cast spells, talk to and befriend NPCs.

Disclaimer(s)

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 "Teens" group.

Teen LGBTQIA+ Book Club

Monday, November 25, 2024 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 ...

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.