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

Make-It Monday: Winter Scene Craft

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

Celebrate the season with a creative evening at the library! Families are invited to make a winter-themed scenery decoration together. All supplies provided. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the season with a creative evening at the library! Families are invited to make a winter-themed scenery decoration together. All supplies provided. 

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

Video Game Night for Adults

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Adults like to have fun, too! Play multiplayer games on the library Nintendo Switch and make some friends (or enemies)! Ages 18+.

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

Adults like to have fun, too! Play multiplayer games on the library Nintendo Switch and make some friends (or enemies)! Ages 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

Pajama Storytime

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:00pm
Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Throw on your pajamas and head to the library to read stories, sing songs, and dance!

Ages 4-11 · Space is limited, registration is recommended

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Throw on your pajamas and head to the library to read stories, sing songs, and dance!

Ages 4-11 · Space is limited, registration is recommended

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 "Toddlers" group

Cruise into Kindergarten

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
STEM, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers

After hearing a story about Cookies, the child and caregiver will visit different stations that will help with skills needed to start school. We will make learning FUN! 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: STEM, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

After hearing a story about Cookies, the child and caregiver will visit different stations that will help with skills needed to start school. We will make learning FUN! 

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

Meadow Ridge at Willow Valley - 925 Willow Lakes Dr, Willow St, PA 17584

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:15am
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

This stop is ONLY for seniors and staff within Willow Valley Retirement Community. 

This stop is located at the Meadow Ridge location, right outside the library area.

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

This stop is ONLY for seniors and staff within Willow Valley Retirement Community. 

This stop is located at the Meadow Ridge location, right outside the library area.

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

3 Week Parachute Play

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

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

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 "Babies" group

Baby's First Storytime!

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab at Quarryville
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies

Join us for a special time just for babies as we sing and share stories, rhymes and finger plays with our grown-ups! This program is adapted from M.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special time just for babies as we sing and share stories, rhymes and finger plays with our grown-ups! This program is adapted from M.

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.

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.

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

Digital Literacy Classes

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
COL Meeting Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Do you need help with

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you need help with

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

“Beaver” Discovery Drop-In

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
ADM Children's Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone

Monday, Dec. 15 and Tuesday, Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Every month we will use our senses to explore a different Pennsylvania Game Commission Kit of pelts, wings, skulls, claws, books, activities, and all kinds of other manipulatives.

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Monday, Dec. 15 and Tuesday, Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Every month we will use our senses to explore a different Pennsylvania Game Commission Kit of pelts, wings, skulls, claws, books, activities, and all kinds of other manipulatives.

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

CareerLink Q&A Table

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
LPL Lobby at Lancaster
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Get help with your job search by visiting the CareerLink table in the lobby every Tuesday between 10AM and 5PM. 

A CareerLink representative will be on site to help patrons with their career and job search needs, in

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Lobby
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Get help with your job search by visiting the CareerLink table in the lobby every Tuesday between 10AM and 5PM. 

A CareerLink representative will be on site to help patrons with their career and job search needs, in

This event is in the "Toddlers" group

Toddler Time

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers

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.)

Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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 "Children" group

3 Week Parachute Play

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

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

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies

Join Miss Shannon for a half hour of fun created for our youngest patrons!

Ages 0-11 months · Walk-ins welcome!

Older siblings are definitely welcome (though please bring a doll or teddy bear so they can participate).

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join Miss Shannon for a half hour of fun created for our youngest patrons!

Ages 0-11 months · Walk-ins welcome!

Older siblings are definitely welcome (though please bring a doll or teddy bear so they can participate).

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 "Everyone" group

Curious Minds Family Story Time

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Everyone

We are excited to be partnering with Janus School for one story time a month. We are honored to have representatives be our guest reader, and they will also lead a craft. Please register.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

We are excited to be partnering with Janus School for one story time a month. We are honored to have representatives be our guest reader, and they will also lead a craft. Please 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 "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Preschoolers are invited to enjoy themed books, songs, rhymes, or movement activities while building language and literacy skills. For ages 4-6 and siblings. 

No registration required. 

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

Preschoolers are invited to enjoy themed books, songs, rhymes, or movement activities while building language and literacy skills. For ages 4-6 and siblings. 

No registration 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.

Special Needs

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

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. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success. Featuring stories, crafts, and more!

Walk-ins are welcome! 

Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success. Featuring stories, crafts, and more!

Walk-ins are welcome! 

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

Structural Engineering with Lancaster Science Factory

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Students will become structural engineers! They'll be introduced to different types of bridges and how engineers have designed bridges for specific functions.

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

Students will become structural engineers! They'll be introduced to different types of bridges and how engineers have designed bridges for specific functions.

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.