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CLOSED Easter Holiday

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

LEGO® Activity Bag Pickup

All Day
Adamstown
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children

On the 1st Monday of each month there will be a new LEGO® packet for you to pick up, with instructions for a special project. Starting that day, you can pick up a kit in the library foyer while supplies last. 1 per family please.

Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

On the 1st Monday of each month there will be a new LEGO® packet for you to pick up, with instructions for a special project. Starting that day, you can pick up a kit in the library foyer while supplies last. 1 per family please.

This event is in the "Children" group

Imagination Station

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children

Step into storyland! Children ages 2-7 are invited to explore their creativity through dramatic play, costumes, props, and imagination.

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

Step into storyland! Children ages 2-7 are invited to explore their creativity through dramatic play, costumes, props, and imagination.

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

Market Monday

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

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

Duplo Free Play

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

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

Indoor Recess! - Educational Games & Activities for Elementary/Middle Grade Homeschool Families

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
MAN Meeting Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Community, Gaming, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Welcome to Indoor Recess! A program for Homeschool families designed to have fun and learn at the same time! Bring the whole family and find textile games, flashcards, classic games, and more!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community, Gaming, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Indoor Recess! A program for Homeschool families designed to have fun and learn at the same time! Bring the whole family and find textile games, flashcards, classic games, and more!

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 "Children" group

History Alive!

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children

Children are invited to join us as we make history come alive through story, roleplay, and creative projects. This program will help kids understand the human side of history while encouraging curiosity and critical thinking.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children are invited to join us as we make history come alive through story, roleplay, and creative projects. This program will help kids understand the human side of history while encouraging curiosity and critical thinking.

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

Wee Build Free Play

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

This event is in the "Children" group

Wind, Weather and Water

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children

Get ready to experiment! Young scientists will explore how wind and water work together to create weather. Kids will try hands-on wind tests, build a mini water cycle and learn about weather changes.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to experiment! Young scientists will explore how wind and water work together to create weather. Kids will try hands-on wind tests, build a mini water cycle and learn about weather changes.

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.

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

Reading the World

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Wee Build Free Play

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:45pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

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

Lego Lab

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MAN Children's Area at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Business & Career, Community, Gaming, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

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.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Business & Career, Community, Gaming, STEM
Registration Required
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.

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 "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

Oh, Deer! a Lancaster Parks program

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, Presentation, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors

Best for adults and older children. Please register all attendees.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Best for adults and older children. Please register all attendees.

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.

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

Play K! PA One Book Every Young Child

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab at Quarryville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Presentation, STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Ages 2.5-6 with caregiver. Other family members are welcome.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Presentation, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2.5-6 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 "Children" group

STEM Windcars

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
MTP Morgan Center A at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children

What's a "Wind Car"? Well, it's a kind of car that only you can create that is powered by wind - or, in this case, a box fan.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

What's a "Wind Car"? Well, it's a kind of car that only you can create that is powered by wind - or, in this case, a box fan.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Fun Fort Friday

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Everyone

Build a blanket fort at the Library?? YES!!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Build a blanket fort at the Library?? YES!!

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

Duplo Free Play

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

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

Market Monday

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Pals

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Duplo Free Play

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

This event is in the "Children" group

Little Tinker Thinkers

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

LEGO Block Party!

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children

Kids ages 5+ are invited to join us each month for our Lego Block Party! We’ll have suggested challenges or use your imagination and creativity to build your own design.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids ages 5+ are invited to join us each month for our Lego Block Party! We’ll have suggested challenges or use your imagination and creativity to build your own design.

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

Family Lego Challenge

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Everyone

Miss Alyssa invites families to come to the Library for our Family Lego Challenge where participants receive a box of Lego pieces and are challenged to create based on the theme of the month.

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

Miss Alyssa invites families to come to the Library for our Family Lego Challenge where participants receive a box of Lego pieces and are challenged to create based on the theme of the month.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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