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Hike at Chickies Rock Park

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Columbia
Program Type:
Community, Presentation, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Take a walk on the trails at Chickies Rock County Park. Wildflowers will be blooming, and the birds will be singing. This will be a great time to look, listen and learn about natur...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Columbia
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Presentation, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Take a walk on the trails at Chickies Rock County Park. Wildflowers will be blooming, and the birds will be singing. This will be a great time to look, listen and learn about nature around us.

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.

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

Chat with an Author!

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Strasburg-Heisler
Program Type:
Discussion, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Local Author J.P. Hostetler will share about his fantasy trilogy, Around Curiosity's Edge, and will answer questions about the publishing process!

Registration Open
Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Local Author J.P. Hostetler will share about his fantasy trilogy, Around Curiosity's Edge, and will answer questions about the publishing process!

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 "Everyone" group.

Lunch & Learn for Homeschoolers: Research Assistance Drop-in Day

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
NHD Community Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Community, Discussion, Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Attention homeschool families! Are you working on a research paper or other school project and/or researching a topic? If so, please join us in the Community Room on the library's ...

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Presentation
Event Details:

Attention homeschool families! Are you working on a research paper or other school project and/or researching a topic?

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 "Children" group.

Story Time

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
EPH Story Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Presentation, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Preschoolers are invited to this story time that integrates songs and concept-enriched fingerplays. Early literacy skills, including letter and sound introduction, are included in ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Presentation, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Preschoolers are invited to this story time that integrates songs and concept-enriched fingerplays. Early literacy skills, including letter and sound introduction, are included in each story time.

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

Bread Basics - Sourdough

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Participants will learn about mixing, stretch and folds, feeding and shaping. Each participant will leave with an active sourdough starter and a loaf to take home and bake.Cost is ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Participants will learn about mixing, stretch and folds, feeding and shaping. Each participant will leave with an active sourdough starter and a loaf to take home and bake.

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

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

Lititz Art Association

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Discussion, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Presentations and activities for local artists. Topic varies each month. No registration needed.

Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion, Presentation
Event Details:

Presentations and activities for local artists.

Topic varies each month.

No registration needed.

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

Lititz Garden Club

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Discussion, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Come learn from Master Gardeners.  The topic changes each month. No registration needed.

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

Come learn from Master Gardeners. 

The topic changes each month.

No registration needed.

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

Starting a Business in Your Teens

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Community
Program Type:
Business & Career, Community, Finance, Presentation, STEM, Technology Class
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Entrepreneurs and 2025 high school graduates, Jacob Labaugh and Cole Lushcombe will discuss the process and start-up costs of creating their 3-D printing business as high schoolers...

Required
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Business & Career, Community, Finance, Presentation, STEM, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Entrepreneurs and 2025 high school graduates, Jacob Labaugh and Cole Lushcombe will discuss the process and start-up costs of creating their 3-D printing business as high schoolers.

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. 

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

Genealogy for Beginners

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Community, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

If you’ve ever thought about beginning the process of researching your family history, but don’t know where to start – this is the program for you! Family history enthusiasts ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

If you’ve ever thought about beginning the process of researching your family history, but don’t know where to start – this is the program for you! 

Family history enthusiasts are invited to unlock your family stor

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

Grief Stories

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Grief Stories provides a safe space for hearing first-hand accounts of overcoming tragic death and living with hope and purpose. A different speaker will present each month. 

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Grief Stories provides a safe space for hearing first-hand accounts of overcoming tragic death and living with hope and purpose. A different speaker will present each month. 

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

Astronomy club

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Discussion, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Come find out what is in our night sky!  No registration needed.

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

Come find out what is in our night sky! 

No registration needed.

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

Well Rooted: A Genealogy Club

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
MTP Morgan Center B at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Discussion, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Family history enthusiasts are invited to share research strategies, explore genealogy resources, and connect with the Adult Services librarian & other researchers for help wit...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Family history enthusiasts are invited to share research strategies, explore genealogy resources, and connect with the Adult Services librarian & other researchers for help with tricky searches.

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

Play K! Let's Go Shopping!

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab at Quarryville
Program Type:
Gaming, Health & Wellness, Presentation, STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Ages 2-6 with caregiver. Other family members are welcome.This is a passive "playscape" based upon a program from the Office of Commonwealth Libraries. Come and enjoy the activitie...

Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Gaming, Health & Wellness, Presentation, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Ages 2-6 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 "Everyone" group.

Bread Basics - Pizza

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Learn how to make a homemade pizza crust and add your toppings for the perfect lunch or dinner! Participants will take home a pizza in a disposable pizza pan ready for baking. ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Learn how to make a homemade pizza crust and add your toppings for the perfect lunch or dinner! Participants will take home a pizza in a disposable pizza pan ready for baking. 

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

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

Becoming a Homeowner

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
LPL Program Room B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Finance, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join Truist Bank at the library to learn more about finances, budgeting, and planning for the future. Now is a great time to take advantage of FREE programs and learning!Becom...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Finance, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join Truist Bank at the library to learn more about finances, budgeting, and planning for the future.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bread Basics - Pizza

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Learn how to make a homemade pizza crust and add your toppings for the perfect lunch or dinner! Participants will take home a pizza in a disposable pizza pan ready for baking. ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn how to make a homemade pizza crust and add your toppings for the perfect lunch or dinner! Participants will take home a pizza in a disposable pizza pan ready for baking. 

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

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. 

Adamstown Area Library Closed Until 4 PM

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 9:30am - 4:00pm
Adamstown

Adamstown Area Library will be closed until 4 pm for Kindergarten Screening. The library will be open from 4-8 p.m.

Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

Adamstown Area Library will be closed until 4 pm for Kindergarten Screening. The library will be open from 4-8 p.m.

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

Genealogy Group

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
ADM Community Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Discussion, Presentation, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This group meets at the library on the 2nd Tuesday of each month for short talks from genealogy researcher Ken McCrea, along with lively discussions and research help. For older st...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This group meets at the library on the 2nd Tuesday of each month for short talks from genealogy researcher Ken McCrea, along with lively discussions and research help. For older students and adults.   

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.

Borrowing for Small Business

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Finance, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join Truist Bank at the library to learn more about finances, budgeting, and planning for the future. Now is a great time to take advantage of FREE programs and learning!Atten...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Finance, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join Truist Bank at the library to learn more about finances, budgeting, and planning for the future.

CLOSED

All Day
Milanof-Schock
Closing
Branches:
Milanof-Schock

CLOSED

All Day
Moores Memorial

IN HONOR OF MEMORIAL DAY

Closing
Branches:
Moores Memorial
Description:

IN HONOR OF MEMORIAL DAY

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Quarryville

The library will be closed on Saturday, May 24, in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy the holiday!

Closing
Branches:
Quarryville
Description:

The library will be closed on Saturday, May 24, in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy the holiday!

Library Closed

All Day 5/24 - 5/26
Adamstown

The Adamstown Area Library is closed Saturday through Monday for Memorial Day

Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

The Adamstown Area Library is closed Saturday through Monday for Memorial Day

CLOSED

All Day
Milanof-Schock
Closing
Branches:
Milanof-Schock