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Joy to the World: Holiday Crafternoon!

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Explore your creative side by joining us for a fun afternoon of holiday crafts. This program will feature stations with crafts celebrating December holidays around the world! Ages ...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Explore your creative side by joining us for a fun afternoon of holiday crafts. This program will feature stations with crafts celebrating December holidays around the world! Ages 6-9.

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.

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

Tech Toys

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Tykes and toddlers can tune their programming skills by toying with the library's technological toys such as Bee-Bots, Snap Circuits and Tinker Toys. Open to children ages 3-12 ...

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

Tykes and toddlers can tune their programming skills by toying with the library's technological toys such as Bee-Bots, Snap Circuits and Tinker Toys.

Open to

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

Claws for Claus!

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us as we welcome Mrs. Santa Claus (and a mystery guest) to Quarryville Library for an evening of stories, crafts, and fun! Photo opportunities and face painting will be availa...

Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Join us as we welcome Mrs. Santa Claus (and a mystery guest) to Quarryville Library for an evening of stories, crafts, and fun! Photo opportunities and face painting will be available during the event.

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

Writers' Group

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
MTP Morgan Center A at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Writers' Group meets on 1st - 3rd - 5th Tuesdays at 6pm! This friendly writers’ group is for writers who are serious about their craft and in getting their work published. Write...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Writers' Group meets on 1st - 3rd - 5th Tuesdays at 6pm!

This friendly writers’ group is for writers who are serious about their craft and in getting their work published. Writers of any genre are welcome!

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

Almost Perfect Crimes

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adamstown
Program Type:
Community, Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join Miss Jess as we discover together “Whodunit!” Upon registration, you will receive the Zoom link. The Mini Murder Mystery Story for each month is attached to this event page (o...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join Miss Jess as we discover together “Whodunit!” Upon registration, you will receive the Zoom link. The Mini Murder Mystery Story for each month is attached to this event page (or will be attached soon!).

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Young at Heart

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
ADM Community Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

REAL Life Community Services invites you to Young at Heart, with free events for anyone age 60 and up. Join us at the library for coffee, chatting, games, crafts, and more on the 1...

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

REAL Life Community Services invites you to Young at Heart, with free events for anyone age 60 and up. Join us at the library for coffee, chatting, games, crafts, and more on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month.

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

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
ADM Children's Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Registration is not required.  Please note: There will be no storytimes...

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Registration is not required. 

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.

Toddler Time

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers
Event Details:

A time for Toddlers with their grown-up, dedicated to stories, discovery and exploring!  (18 months to 36 months, with adult. Other family members welcome.) Registrati...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

A time for Toddlers with their grown-up, dedicated to stories, discovery and exploring!  (18 months to 36 months, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

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

Family Storytime

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Ages birth to 6 years with caregiver – other family members are welcome.  A time just for little ones and their special grown-ups!  We’ll build literacy skills while h...

Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Ages birth to 6 years with caregiver – other family members are welcome. 

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 "Babies" group.

Lapsit Story Time

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies
Event Details:

Infants, young toddlers and their caregivers sing songs, recite fun rhymes and read together. Participants also learn fingerplays, basic sign language and play together

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Infants, young toddlers and their caregivers sing songs, recite fun rhymes and read together. Participants also learn fingerplays, basic sign language and play together

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 "Children" group.

Preschool Party

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Story Time for the preschool set: stories, songs, and silly stuff!  Join us in the Lapp Story Silo in the Children's Room. (3 to 6 years, with adult. Other family members welc...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Story Time for the preschool set: stories, songs, and silly stuff!  Join us in the Lapp Story Silo in the Children's Room. (3 to 6 years, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

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

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
ADM Children's Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Registration is not required. Please note: There will be no storytimes on We...

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Registration is not required.

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

Guided Meditation

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
LTZ Board Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Wee Build Free Play

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

No registration is required but a responsible adult must be present with children at all times. Free building and imaginative play with kits of toys for children from 9 months to 7...

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

No registration is required but a responsible adult must be present with children at all times. Free building and imaginative play with kits of toys for children from 9 months to 7 years!

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

Pinochle Party

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Meld, bid, marriage, trump? You’re speaking our language! Join us every for an afternoon of pinochle. This program runs until 3:30 p.m. Seniors.

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Meld, bid, marriage, trump? You’re speaking our language! Join us every for an afternoon of pinochle. This program runs until 3:30 p.m. Seniors.

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

Crafts and Conversation!

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Are you a crafter? Would you like to gather with like-minded individuals to spend relaxing time at our library making crafts and socializing? This program will meet most months ...

Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Are you a crafter? Would you like to gather with like-minded individuals to spend relaxing time at our library making crafts and socializing?

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 "Teens" group.

Adventures in Gaming: Overcooked Holiday Levels

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Explore the wacky world of co-op games that Laura loves. The weirder the game, the better! All games will be co-op games requiring you to work together to succeed. This session is ...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Explore the wacky world of co-op games that Laura loves. The weirder the game, the better! All games will be co-op games requiring you to work together to succeed. This session is Overcooked. (Holiday DLC) 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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

I Can Cook! Kids Cooking Class

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Everyone can cook! Young children, along with an adult, can join us at the Library to make simple but yummy recipes!  Proper use of kitchen tools and simple cooking techniques...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Everyone can cook! Young children, along with an adult, can join us at the Library to make simple but yummy recipes!  Proper use of kitchen tools and simple cooking techniques will be introduced.

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

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.

Not So Jolly Christmas Party

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

At this not so jolly Christmas party we will watch “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (1966), make a craft and eat some yummy Christmas treats! Feel free to wear a Cozy Christmas swe...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

At this not so jolly Christmas party we will watch “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (1966), make a craft and eat some yummy Christmas treats! Feel free to wear a Cozy Christmas sweater or PJs. Ages 10-12.

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.

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

Lititz Game Club

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 8:00pm
LTZ Board Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Meets the first and third Wednesday of the month. A place for people to come together and play tabletop games.  Whether you enjoy casual games like Uno and Scrabble, gateway g...

Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Meets the first and third Wednesday of the month.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Game Night

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Milanof-Schock
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you an adult who loves board games but don't have anyone to play them with? Come to the Library the third Wednesday of every month for a couple hours of casual competition...a ...

Library: Milanof-Schock
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Are you an adult who loves board games but don't have anyone to play them with? Come to the Library the third Wednesday of every month for a couple hours of casual competition...a variety games are available. No need to register.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

MTPLF Board Meeting

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
MTP Morgan Center C at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Community, Discussion
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Manheim Township Public Library Foundation Board Meeting The meeting will be held in person in Morgan C. If you have questions about the meeting please Contact Us with any questio...

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Discussion
Event Details:

Manheim Township Public Library Foundation Board Meeting

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.

Read It and Eat: A Cookbook Club

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
LPL Community Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your appetite and a dish to share to Read It and Eat: A Cookbook Club!Each month, we will display the chosen cookbook at the Lancaster City Branch circulation desk.Register b...

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

Bring your appetite and a dish to share to Read It and Eat: A Cookbook Club!

  • Each month, we will display the chosen cookbook at the Lancaster City Branch circulation desk.
  • Register by adding your name

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

TBR Book Club

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
MTP Morgan Center B at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

You've read the reviews, seen them on BookTok, your friends have all read them and are done talking about it--but these books are still languishing on your to-be-read list. See wha...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

You've read the reviews, seen them on BookTok, your friends have all read them and are done talking about it--but these books are still languishing on your to-be-read list.

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.