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Library Closed- Good Friday

All Day
Strasburg-Heisler
Closing
Branches:
Strasburg-Heisler

CLOSED for Easter

All Day 4/3 - 4/4
Quarryville

The library will be closed in observance of Easter from Friday, April 3, through Saturday, April 4. Enjoy the holiday!

Closing
Branches:
Quarryville
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Easter from Friday, April 3, through Saturday, April 4. Enjoy the holiday!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Literary Travelers Book Club- NOT ACCEPTING NEW MEMBERS AT THIS TIME

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Lititz
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

For more information on Literary Travelers contact Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org

Library: Lititz
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

For more information on Literary Travelers contact Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org

CLOSED Easter Holiday

All Day
Manheim Township
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Township
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Reader's Roundtable Book Discussion

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

All are invited to join the Readers' Roundtable for lively conversation and discussion! The book discussions for 2026 are as follows:

January 5 - Wayward Girls by Susan Wiggs

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

All are invited to join the Readers' Roundtable for lively conversation and discussion! The book discussions for 2026 are as follows:

January 5 - Wayward Girls by Susan Wiggs

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

Short Story Discussion Group

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
LPL Board Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club, Discussion
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us on the first Tuesday of each month as we read and discuss works in the Short Story genre! From classic to contemporary, we’ll cover a variety of authors and stories to help us explore well-known works and introduce us to new favorites.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on the first Tuesday of each month as we read and discuss works in the Short Story genre! From classic to contemporary, we’ll cover a variety of authors and stories to help us explore well-known works and introduce us to new favorites.

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

MTPL Book Discussion Group

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
MTP Morgan Center A at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Start your Wednesday with a side of storytelling. The MTPL Book Discussion Group meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 10am to explore new worlds together.

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

Start your Wednesday with a side of storytelling. The MTPL Book Discussion Group meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 10am to explore new worlds together.

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

Afternoon Book Club

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for a monthly gathering of book lovers! This month we'll be discussing Minding Frankie by Maeve Binchy


Thanks to the Britton family for being our Adult Program sponsor!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly gathering of book lovers! This month we'll be discussing Minding Frankie by Maeve Binchy


Thanks to the Britton family for being our Adult Program sponsor!

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, April 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
LPL Community Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

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
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

Thursday Book Group

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
LPL Board Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

A book club for people who want to read (or re-read) the classics! Our Thursday Book Group focuses on literature that has stood the test of time and continues to be relevant. 

New members are welcome to join the discussion.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

A book club for people who want to read (or re-read) the classics! Our Thursday Book Group focuses on literature that has stood the test of time and continues to be relevant. 

New members are welcome to join the discussion.

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

Exploring Growing Together Discussion Forum

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:45pm
LTZ Board Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Book Club, Discussion
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Forum Discussion Learning series offers a safe learning environment in which to discuss and explore topics and beliefs.

Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Discussion
Event Details:

Forum Discussion Learning series offers a safe learning environment in which to discuss and explore topics and beliefs.

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Program Room B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Join us for Anime After School!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
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. 

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Lancaster, Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Friday, April 10 for staff training. Both locations will reopen on Saturday, April 11.You can still use many of the librar...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Friday, April 10 for staff training. Both locations will reopen on Saturday, April 11.

You can still use many of the library’s resources even when the building is closed:

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

Read & Escape: Virtual Book Discussion

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ephrata
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Read exciting new books! Join us online for a book discussion of “The Secret Book Society” by Madeline Martin. A link to this virtual program will be emailed to participants the day of the event. Ages 18+. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Read exciting new books! Join us online for a book discussion of “The Secret Book Society” by Madeline Martin. A link to this virtual program will be emailed to participants the day of the event. Ages 18+. 

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

Mystery Book Club

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
MTP Morgan Center A at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Love a good whodunit? Whether you’re a fan of gritty noir, cozy mysteries, or psychological thrillers, the Mystery Book Club is looking for new investigators to join our ranks for the 2026 season.

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

Love a good whodunit? Whether you’re a fan of gritty noir, cozy mysteries, or psychological thrillers, the Mystery Book Club is looking for new investigators to join our ranks for the 2026 season.

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

Baked Book Club

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
LTZ Board Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Meets at the library on the second Tuesday of the month at 2 p.m.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meets at the library on the second Tuesday of the month at 2 p.m.

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

Bibliomaniacs Book Club

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
COL Meeting Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

They will meet to discuss The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession by Michael Finkel.

All are welcome to attend. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

They will meet to discuss The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession by Michael Finkel.

All are welcome to attend. 

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

Newcomers & Neighbors Book Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LTZ Board Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

A Women only book club run through the Newcomers and Neighbors Organization. 

Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

A Women only book club run through the Newcomers and Neighbors Organization. 

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Program Room B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Join us for Anime After School!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
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 "Teens" group

Know Thy Shelf! Teen Book Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
QVL Pennington Family Conference Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens

 

Ages 13-17. Snacks will be provided. Please register for each session you are able to attend.   

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

Ages 13-17. Snacks will be provided. Please register for each session you are able to attend.   

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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Noveltea Book Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The words Noveltea Book Club next to a stack of four books with a cup of tea on top

Library: Mountville Branch
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The words Noveltea Book Club next to a stack of four books with a cup of tea on top

This event is in the "Children" group

Sit! Stay! Read!

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab at Quarryville
Program Type:
Book Club, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children

Ages 4-11, registered patrons will be given 10 minute reading slots in order of signup.  Walk-ins may be accommodated if slots remain open after all registered readers have finished their turn.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4-11, registered patrons will be given 10 minute reading slots in order of signup.  Walk-ins may be accommodated if slots remain open after all registered readers have finished their turn.

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

Let's talk about books!

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MAN Community Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Book Club, Community, Discussion, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Portals in the Stacks: A book is the only way to travel a thousand miles without moving an inch. Come share the coordinates of the worlds you’ve visited lately and help fellow explorers find their next destination!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Community, Discussion, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Portals in the Stacks: A book is the only way to travel a thousand miles without moving an inch. Come share the coordinates of the worlds you’ve visited lately and help fellow explorers find their next destination!

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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Whip It Up Cookbook Club

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us as we delve into a cookbook and explore the chef(s), the ingredients, the tastes, the culture, the fun and the camaraderie. Look for this month’s cookbook and the sign-up list behind the circulation desk. Ages 18+.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we delve into a cookbook and explore the chef(s), the ingredients, the tastes, the culture, the fun and the camaraderie. Look for this month’s cookbook and the sign-up list behind the circulation desk. Ages 18+.