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

Connect with a Social Worker

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
ADM Community Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Are you facing challenges or seeking support in your life? A licensed social worker from REAL Life Community Services is here to help!Fridays by appointment from 9:30-10:30 a.m. or...

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Are you facing challenges or seeking support in your life? A licensed social worker from REAL Life Community Services is here to help!

Fridays by appointment from 9:30-10:30 a.m. or drop-in from 10:30 to 12 p.m.

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

Music and Movement

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Move and groove with Miss Gail!Develop early literacy skills, with music, dancing, and fun.We think preschoolers (ages 3-5) will enjoy this program the most, but older and younger ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Move and groove with Miss Gail!

Develop early literacy skills, with music, dancing, and fun.

We think preschoolers (ages 3-5) will enjoy this program the most, but older and younger siblings are invited to join in on the fun!

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

Toddler Time

Friday, April 4, 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 created...

Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Community
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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Knitting Club

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
MTP Morgan Center A at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Welcome all knitters, crocheters, loom knitters, cross stitchers, felters, spinners, and embroiderers—anyone who transforms fiber into amazing creations is invited to attend our bi...

Registration Closed
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Welcome all knitters, crocheters, loom knitters, cross stitchers, felters, spinners, and embroiderers—anyone who transforms fiber into amazing creations is invited to attend our bimonthly Knitting Club.

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.

Parachute Play

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us for a cooperative movement program where we will use our imaginations while we play with a parachute! Stories and songs will be incorporated, while we move about and use ou...

Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for a cooperative movement program where we will use our imaginations while we play with a parachute! Stories and songs will be incorporated, while we move about and use our motor skills.

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

Play K! All aboard!

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 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...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Gaming, Health & Wellness, Presentation, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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 "Adults" group.

Yoga

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
SBG Thompson Room at Strasburg-Heisler
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Free Yoga Class taught by a teacher in training for yoga certification through Willow Yoga. BEGINNERS WELCOME!!!!!!!!!!!!Bring your own mat.Must be 18 or over.

Registration Open
Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Room: SBG Thompson Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Free Yoga Class taught by a teacher in training for yoga certification through Willow Yoga. 

BEGINNERS WELCOME!!!!!!!!!!!!

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.

Dramatic Play Fridays

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:45pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled adventure at the library! Children ages 2–7 are invited to explore their creativity and imagination through hands-on pretend play. This free program offers...

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

Join us for a fun-filled adventure at the library! Children ages 2–7 are invited to explore their creativity and imagination through hands-on pretend play. This free program offers three exciting stations:

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Annual Art Show Reception

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
EPH Lobby at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The Ephrata Public Library is honored to host the Ephrata Area School District Art Show again this year, which will feature art from students in grades K-12. Join us in a celebrati...

Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Lobby
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The Ephrata Public Library is honored to host the Ephrata Area School District Art Show again this year, which will feature art from students in grades K-12. Join us in a celebration of the artists and view their work at our Art Show Reception.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Anime Club

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come and watch anime and have some snacks with friends! Offered most months on the first Friday. Anime for all audiences will continue to be 13+ rated.As our teens have mostly aged...

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:

Come and watch anime and have some snacks with friends! Offered most months on the first Friday. 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 "Everyone" group.

LPL Open Late: First Friday

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Lancaster
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Make Lancaster Public Library part of your First Friday evening plans! Downtown Lancaster springs to life on the First Friday of each month. Art galleries, studios, museums, r...

Library: Lancaster
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Make Lancaster Public Library part of your First Friday evening plans! 

Downtown Lancaster springs to life on the First Friday of each month.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Ephrata Area School District Annual Art Show

All Day
EPH Lobby at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community
Age Group:
Everyone
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Lobby
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Book Buzz Book Event!

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 8:00am - 4:00pm
MTP Morgan Center BC at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Celebrate the spring season with new-to-you books from the Book Buzz book event! Beginning Saturday April 5th and continuing Monday April 7th through Wednesday April 9th, books and...

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center BC
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Celebrate the spring season with new-to-you books from the Book Buzz book event!

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

Adult Speechcraft Workshop, presented by Toastmasters

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:30am
MTP Morgan Center A at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Conestoga Toastmasters presents a 4-week Speechcraft Workshop where attendees will learn how to overcome their fear of public speaking, effectively prepare and deliver a speech, an...

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Conestoga Toastmasters presents a 4-week Speechcraft Workshop where attendees will learn how to overcome their fear of public speaking, effectively prepare and deliver a speech, and improve upon active listening skills as evaluators.

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 "Children" group.

Crafterday!

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Manheim Township
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Come enjoy a fun make-and-take craft from 9:00AM- 12:00PM! For children ages 4 to 11. 

Library: Manheim Township
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come enjoy a fun make-and-take craft from 9:00AM- 12:00PM! For children ages 4 to 11. 

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

STEAM Saturday

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
ADM Children's Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Drop-in from 10-11:30 a.m. Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math through games, activities, and projects with Miss Maribeth. This month’s activities include design...

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in from 10-11:30 a.m. Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math through games, activities, and projects with Miss Maribeth. This month’s activities include designing a garden with Legos, launching an egg, and Bee Bot coding.

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 "Seniors" group.

Tech Tips for Seniors

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Bring your cell phone, tablet, or laptop to the library to get assistance with your perplexing technical problem! Learn how to use Libby to get free ebooks & eAudiobooks with y...

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Bring your cell phone, tablet, or laptop to the library to get assistance with your perplexing technical problem! Learn how to use Libby to get free ebooks & eAudiobooks with your library card.

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

Duplo Free Play

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.Join us for a fun and engaging play session designed for children ages 2-7! Using colorful Lego Duplo blocks, kids can explore their creat...

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

Drop-in program. No registration required.

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

Picture Books and Pup: Read Aloud with Pepper!

Saturday, April 5, 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Play Reading with Lancaster Dramatists' Platform

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Please join us for a dramatic reading of Betty Clemmer, an original work by local playwright David Nice.  Synopsis: A young Mennonite girl, a 20th Century woman, navigates a l...

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Please join us for a dramatic reading of Betty Clemmer, an original work by local playwright David Nice.  

Synopsis: A young Mennonite girl, a 20th Century woman, navigates a long path to independence and fulfillment.

This event is in the "Children" group.

LEGO® Activity Bag Pickup

All Day
Adamstown
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
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 librar...

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 "Everyone" group.

Ephrata Area School District Annual Art Show

All Day 4/7 - 4/12
EPH Lobby at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community
Age Group:
Everyone
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Lobby
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Book Buzz Book Event!

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
MTP Morgan Center BC at Manheim Township
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Celebrate the spring season with new-to-you books from the Book Buzz book event! Beginning Saturday April 5th and continuing Monday April 7th through Wednesday April 9th, books and...

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center BC
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Celebrate the spring season with new-to-you books from the Book Buzz book event!