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New Year's Day

All Day
Ephrata
Closing
Branches:
Ephrata
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Book Club

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Manheim Community
Program Type:
Book Club, Community, Discussion
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

From the bestselling author of The Wives of Los Alamos comes the riveting story of a stranger’s arrival in the fledgling colony of Plymouth, Massachusetts―and a crime that shakes t...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Community, Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

From the bestselling author of The Wives of Los Alamos comes the riveting story of a stranger’s arrival in the fledgling colony of Plymouth, Massachusetts―and a crime

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

LGBTQIA+ Supportive Safe Space with Lititz Chooses Love

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
LPL Study Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Lititz Chooses Love is partnering with the Lancaster Public Library to provide a safe and supportive space for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families during drop-in office hours.&...

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Study Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Lititz Chooses Love is partnering with the Lancaster Public Library to provide a safe and supportive space for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families during drop-in office hours. 

During these informal office hours, an advisor from

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

Family Movie Night

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for a FREE movie and snacks in a family friendly atmosphere!All ages welcome – Movies Rated G or PG.This month's movie is: The Wild Robot

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Community, Movie & Film
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Join us for a FREE movie and snacks in a family friendly atmosphere!

All ages welcome – Movies Rated G or PG.

This month's movie is: The Wild Robot

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.

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.

Toddler Time

Friday, January 3, 2025 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: 30
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 "Adults" group.

Anime Club

Friday, January 3, 2025 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.

LGBTQIA+ Book Club

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
LPL Board Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club, Community, Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
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
Program Type: Book Club, Community, 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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Picture Books and Pup: Read Aloud with Pepper!

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
NHD Community Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children, Everyone
Event Details:

Did you know?  Research shows that therapy dogs help people to improve attention span, focus, & well-being and that reluctant readers enjoy and benefit from reading aloud ...

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Community Room
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Did you know?  Research shows that therapy dogs help people to improve attention span, focus, & well-being and that reluctant readers enjoy and benefit from reading aloud to a pup.

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

Preschool Story Time

Monday, January 6, 2025 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 requested. We want you in the loop if anything changes!For returning parents: The registration for this event will be indiv...

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 requested. 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.

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.

Pajama Storytime

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:00pm
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Grab your pajamas and head to the library to read stories, sing songs, and dance! Ages 4-11 Space is limited · Registration is HIGHLY recommended Adult caregivers do not n...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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

Ages 4-11

Space is limited · Registration is HIGHLY recommended

Adult caregivers do not need to register.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Board meeting

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LTZ Board Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Story Time

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 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 Tuesday story times! Registration is required. We want you in the loop if anything changes!For returning parents: The registration for this event will be indiv...

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 Tuesday 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.

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.

Death Salon

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, Discussion, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Adults 18+. Please register.Join us for a lively conversation about death and dying!What to expect:-circle conversation group.-no agenda, no goals. Only sharing views.-safe space f...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Adults 18+. Please register.

Join us for a lively conversation about death and dying!

What to expect:

-circle conversation group.

-no agenda, no goals. Only sharing views.

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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Astronomy club

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Community, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Please note the change in date from their usual day of the first Wednesday in each month.

Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Event Details:

Please note the change in date from their usual day of the first Wednesday in each month.

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

Garden Club

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
MTP Morgan Center A at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

We're launching a new, monthly, year-round club for gardening enthusiasts!Join us to share your thoughts on gardening activities and topics you're interested in! In addition to lea...

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

We're launching a new, monthly, year-round club for gardening enthusiasts!

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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Unraveling Yarns

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join fellow yarn fans at the library once a month for a time of fellowship, knitting and crochet with experts and beginners. All levels of expertise are welcome. Please bring your ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join fellow yarn fans at the library once a month for a time of fellowship, knitting and crochet with experts and beginners. All levels of expertise are welcome. Please bring your own yarn, but other supplies can be provided.

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School! - we talk about anime, try new snacks, discuss manga, and do activities that immerse us in Japanese culture.🎥 The last Thursday of the month, w...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School!

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

Fanzine Workshop

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
LPL Community Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join Lancaster Zine Fest and talented local zinesters for a zine workshop focusing on fanzines! Fanzines have a long history of creation by fans of science fiction and fantasy...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join Lancaster Zine Fest and talented local zinesters for a zine workshop focusing on fanzines! 

Fanzines have a long history of creation by fans of science fiction and fantasy writing, comic books, popular music, or other specialize

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

Lego Lab

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Manheim Community
Program Type:
Community, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Welcome to our new Lego Program! This program will be a structured challenge for your child to learn and grow with peers that understand their desire for design and creativity. The...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Community, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Welcome to our new Lego Program! This program will be a structured challenge for your child to learn and grow with peers that understand their desire for design and creativity. They will be given a myriad of challenges each week to complete.

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

Toddler Time

Friday, January 10, 2025 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: 30
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.

Preschool Story Time

Monday, January 13, 2025 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 requested. We want you in the loop if anything changes!For returning parents: The registration for this event will be indiv...

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 requested. 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.

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

Computer... Help!

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Manheim Community
Program Type:
Business & Career, Community, Technology Class
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
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 Monday evenings for...

Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Tweens, 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 Monday evenings for IT help!

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

Preschool Story Time

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 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 Tuesday story times! Registration is required. We want you in the loop if anything changes!For returning parents: The registration for this event will be indiv...

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 Tuesday 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.

Photo Consent

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