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Life Skills for Success

Monday, December 15, 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

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

Preschool Story Hour

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
EPH Story Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Join us this winter for seasonal stories at the Library! We will sing songs, make art and include sensory experiences each session. Early literacy skills, including letter identification and sound introduction, are included in each program.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us this winter for seasonal stories at the Library! We will sing songs, make art and include sensory experiences each session. Early literacy skills, including letter identification and sound introduction, are included in each program.

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

Letter Writing for Homeschoolers

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH Conference Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Practice writing letters with a senior pen-pal from the community. Participants will write, send, receive and respond to letters. Ages 10-18.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

Practice writing letters with a senior pen-pal from the community. Participants will write, send, receive and respond to letters. Ages 10-18.

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 "Adults" group

Whip It Up: Holiday Goodies

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your favorite holiday goodies to share, be it a dish, cookie, pie or other holiday delight. We’ll have tea, coffee and hot chocolate and celebrate a year of cooking, baking and camaraderie. Ages 18+. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your favorite holiday goodies to share, be it a dish, cookie, pie or other holiday delight. We’ll have tea, coffee and hot chocolate and celebrate a year of cooking, baking and camaraderie. Ages 18+. 

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

Math Homework Assistance with Robyn

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
COL Meeting Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Struggling with your math homework? Robyn is offering FREE math assistance here at the library every Monday 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

She can assist with elementary math through Algebra 2. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

Struggling with your math homework? Robyn is offering FREE math assistance here at the library every Monday 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

She can assist with elementary math through Algebra 2. 

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

Silent Book Club at Our Town Brewery!

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
LPL Offsite Location at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club, Community
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

All the perks of a book club, but none of the stress!

Join us at Our Town Brewery this month for our meeting of the Silent Book Club, a program which gives you uninterrupted reading time and the c

Offsite Event
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Offsite Location
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Community
Event Details:

All the perks of a book club, but none of the stress!

Join us at Our Town Brewery this month for our meeting of the Silent Book Club, a program which gives you uninterrupted reading time and the c

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

Cooks & Books: Holiday Tea special event

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:30pm
MTP Morgan Center A at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Community, Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Cooks & Books is an opportunity for passionate home cooks to gather around the table for conversation over a potluck feast of delicious food made from the recipes of a featured chef, food blog, or cookbook. Why not invite a fri

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

Cooks & Books is an opportunity for passionate home cooks to gather around the table for conversation over a potluck feast of delicious food made from the recipes of a featured chef, food blog, or cookbook. Why not invite a fri

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

Family Story Time

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
MAN Break-out Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Welcome to Family Story Time at the Manheim Community Library!

You will find us in the Breakout Room of the Kreider Cultural Center. Please join us for stories, crafts, and activities!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Break-out Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Family Story Time at the Manheim Community Library!

You will find us in the Breakout Room of the Kreider Cultural Center. Please join us for stories, crafts, and activities!

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.

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!

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
EPH Story Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers

This winter we will be reading seasonal stories. We will read 2-3 winter themed books, make art and include sensory each session. Story time will be from 10-10:30am with the option to "Stay and Play" afterwards for 15 minutes.

Full
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This winter we will be reading seasonal stories. We will read 2-3 winter themed books, make art and include sensory each session. Story time will be from 10-10:30am with the option to "Stay and Play" afterwards for 15 minutes.

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

Family Story Time

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
MAN Break-out Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Welcome to Family Story Time at the Manheim Community Library!

You will find us in the Breakout Room of the Kreider Cultural Center. Please join us for stories, crafts, and activities!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Break-out Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Family Story Time at the Manheim Community Library!

You will find us in the Breakout Room of the Kreider Cultural Center. Please join us for stories, crafts, and activities!

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.

Photo Consent

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

Lancaster City Branch CLOSING EARLY

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 12:15pm - 12:15pm
Lancaster

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will close early on Tuesday, December 16 for a staff holiday gathering. The buildings will reopen, and regular hours will resume on Wednesda...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will close early on Tuesday, December 16 for a staff holiday gathering.

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

Computer... Help!

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 1:15pm - 4:30pm
Manheim Community
Program Type:
Business & Career, Community, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Questions about using the computer? Want to create a social media account (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok)? Need help organizing your email? Come to the library on Tuesday afternoons for IT help!

Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Business & Career, Community, Technology Class
Event Details:

Questions about using the computer? Want to create a social media account (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok)? Need help organizing your email? Come to the library on Tuesday afternoons for IT help!

Mountville Branch CLOSING EARLY

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:00pm
Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will close early on Tuesday, December 16 for a staff holiday gathering. The buildings will reopen, and regular hours will resume on Wednesda...

Closing
Branches:
Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will close early on Tuesday, December 16 for a staff holiday gathering.

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

Almost Perfect Crimes

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adamstown
Program Type:
Community, Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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!).

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Virtual
Registration Required
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 17, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
ADM Community Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Seniors

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.

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 "Babies" group

Baby Book Club

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
EPH Story Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Book Club, Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies

We will be teaching basic literacy skills to littles by introducing sign language, singing songs, reciting fun rhymes and reading seasonal stories. Each week will be a different winter theme!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Book Club, Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will be teaching basic literacy skills to littles by introducing sign language, singing songs, reciting fun rhymes and reading seasonal stories. Each week will be a different winter theme!

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 "Adults" group

Mom's Coffee Hour!

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
MAN Meeting Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Business & Career, Community, Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

Hey moms! Join us for coffee and conversation on the third Wednesday of each month, 10-11 am. Our first meeting on October 15 will include an ice-breaker and voting on topics for future meetings. All ideas are welcome!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Career, Community, Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hey moms! Join us for coffee and conversation on the third Wednesday of each month, 10-11 am. Our first meeting on October 15 will include an ice-breaker and voting on topics for future meetings. All ideas are welcome!

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

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

Connect with a Social Worker at the Library

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 11:30am - 2:00pm
ADM Community Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone

Are you facing challenges or seeking support in your life? A licensed social worker from REAL Life Community Services is here to help! Regular hours are every other Wednesday from 11:30-2 p.m. in the library community room.

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
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! Regular hours are every other Wednesday from 11:30-2 p.m. in the library community room.

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

Hygge Cozy Cafe

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for our Hygge Cozy Cafe. We will gather together to experience the art of coziness. Bring your own cozy throw blanket or seat cushion. Socialize, play board games, color, quietly read, journal, or bring a quiet craft to work on.

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

Join us for our Hygge Cozy Cafe. We will gather together to experience the art of coziness. Bring your own cozy throw blanket or seat cushion. Socialize, play board games, color, quietly read, journal, or bring a quiet craft to work on.

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

Domestic Violence Services Q&A Table

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
LPL Lobby at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Adults

If you are a victim of domestic violence, hope and help is out there! 

Talk to Domestic Violence Services team members from Community Action Partnership to learn about the resources they offer, including crisis intervention, safety pl

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

If you are a victim of domestic violence, hope and help is out there! 

Talk to Domestic Violence Services team members from Community Action Partnership to learn about the resources they offer, including crisis intervention, safety pl

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

Craft Cafe

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Are you a crafter?  Consider dropping in to our Craft Cafe!

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

Are you a crafter?  Consider dropping in to our Craft Cafe!

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

Construction Zone - OPEN PLAY

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

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!

Library: Mountville Branch
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
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 "Adults" group

Tabletop RPGs for Adults

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
MTP Morgan Center B at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Community, Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

-Rescheduled event from November-

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

-Rescheduled event from November-

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 "Everyone" group

MTPLF Board Meeting

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
MTP Morgan Center C at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Community, Discussion
Age Group:
Everyone

Manheim Township Public Library Foundation Board Meeting

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

Manheim Township Public Library Foundation Board Meeting