Event List

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Program Type
Library
Event Type
Registration Type

Primary tabs

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

Knitting and Crocheting Group

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
QVL Pennington Family Conference Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

This club is open to all interested knitters, crocheters, and other needle or fabric crafters.

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

Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This club is open to all interested knitters, crocheters, and other needle or fabric crafters.

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, December 17, 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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Miniature Paint Night

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
LPL Community Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join Lancaster Public Library and Chris Medalis as he shows you the techniques for painting your favorite characters, but in 1:56 scale!

Have you never heard the terms "dry brush," "layering," or "glazing?" Then this program is for you!

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

Join Lancaster Public Library and Chris Medalis as he shows you the techniques for painting your favorite characters, but in 1:56 scale!

Have you never heard the terms "dry brush," "layering," or "glazing?" Then this program is for you!

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

Teach Miss Esther a Craft!

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MAN Meeting Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Business & Career, Community, Discussion, Finance, Presentation, STEM
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Business & Career, Community, Discussion, Finance, Presentation, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

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.

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

Common Thread Crafting Club

Friday, December 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
MTP Morgan Center A at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Unravel your creativity and connect at Common Thread Crafting Club! Whether you’re a master of the needles or just starting your first row, join our bimonthly gathering for all things fiber.

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Unravel your creativity and connect at Common Thread Crafting Club! Whether you’re a master of the needles or just starting your first row, join our bimonthly gathering for all things fiber.

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

Joyful Stitchers

Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 9:15am - 12:45pm
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

If you love to cross-stitch, bring your current project to the Library to work in the company of other stitchers. No need to register.

 

Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

If you love to cross-stitch, bring your current project to the Library to work in the company of other stitchers. No need to 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Knitting Club

Monday, December 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
LTZ Board Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Knitting Club typically meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, from 10 a.m. until noon and the second and last Tuesday of each month from 6 p.m.

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

Knitting Club typically meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, from 10 a.m. until noon and the second and last Tuesday of each month from 6 p.m.

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

Painting club

Wednesday, December 23, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Bring your own painting supplies. Get together with others to paint and socialize. No registration required.

 

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

Meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Bring your own painting supplies. Get together with others to paint and socialize. No registration required.

 

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

Red Rose Quilters Guild - Embroidery mini group

Wednesday, December 23, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
LTZ Board Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

This club works to promote, educate, and encourage the love of machine embroidery incorporating it into our love for quilting. Meeting on the 4th Wednesday of each month.

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

This club works to promote, educate, and encourage the love of machine embroidery incorporating it into our love for quilting. Meeting on the 4th Wednesday of each month.

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

Fiber Arts Group

Wednesday, December 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
LPL Board Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

All fiber arts (knitting, crocheting, embroidery, etc.) and artists are welcome at our group! Bring your current project and settle in for an afternoon of crafting and chatting.

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Event Details:

All fiber arts (knitting, crocheting, embroidery, etc.) and artists are welcome at our group! Bring your current project and settle in for an afternoon of crafting and chatting.

Christmas Eve

All Day
Lititz
Closing
Branches:
Lititz

Holiday Closure

All Day
Ephrata
Closing
Branches:
Ephrata

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Lancaster, Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed Thursday, December 24-Saturday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday. The buildings will reopen on Monday, Dece...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed Thursday, December 24-Saturday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Quarryville

The library will be closed for Christmas from Thursday, December 24, through Friday, December 25. Enjoy the holiday!

Closing
Branches:
Quarryville
Description:

The library will be closed for Christmas from Thursday, December 24, through Friday, December 25. Enjoy the holiday!

Library Closed

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Adamstown

Adamstown Area Library will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

Adamstown Area Library will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Library Closed- Merry Christmas!

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Strasburg-Heisler
Closing
Branches:
Strasburg-Heisler

CLOSING EARLY at 12:00 PM Christmas Eve

Thursday, December 24, 2026 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Manheim Township
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Township

CLOSED Christmas Day

All Day
Manheim Township
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Township

Holiday Closure

All Day
Ephrata

The passport office is closed.

Closing
Branches:
Ephrata
Description:

The passport office is closed.

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Lancaster, Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed Thursday, December 24-Saturday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday. The buildings will reopen on Monday, Dece...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed Thursday, December 24-Saturday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

Merry Christmas

All Day
Lititz
Closing
Branches:
Lititz

CLOSED Day After Christmas

All Day
Manheim Township
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Township

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Lancaster, Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed Thursday, December 24-Saturday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday. The buildings will reopen on Monday, Dece...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed Thursday, December 24-Saturday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Closely Knit

Monday, December 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

We have time set aside every month for knitters to gather in the company of other knitters and work on projects. All skill levels are welcome, no need to register.

Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We have time set aside every month for knitters to gather in the company of other knitters and work on projects. All skill levels are welcome, no need to 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.