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Labor Day Holiday

All Day
Lititz
Closing
Branches:
Lititz

Library Closed

All Day 9/5 - 9/7
Adamstown

Adamstown Area Library will be closed Saturday through Monday for Labor Day weekend.

Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

Adamstown Area Library will be closed Saturday through Monday for Labor Day weekend.

Closed

All Day
Milanof-Schock

Closed for Labor Day.

Closing
Branches:
Milanof-Schock
Description:

Closed for Labor Day.

CLOSED Labor Day

All Day
Manheim Township
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Township

Holiday Closure

All Day
Ephrata
Closing
Branches:
Ephrata

Labor Day

All Day
Lititz
Closing
Branches:
Lititz

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Lancaster, Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. The buildings will reopen on Tuesday, September 8.You can stil...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. The buildings will reopen on Tuesday, September 8.

Library Closed- Labor Day

All Day
Strasburg-Heisler
Closing
Branches:
Strasburg-Heisler
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Jane Austen Society of Lancaster County

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Community, Discussion, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Come sip tea and discuss all things Austen. No registration needed. 

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

Come sip tea and discuss all things Austen. No registration needed. 

Closing early for Solanco Fair

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Quarryville

The library will be closing at 3:00 pm on Wednesday, September 16, for the Solanco Fair parade. Enjoy the fair!

Closing
Branches:
Quarryville
Description:

The library will be closing at 3:00 pm on Wednesday, September 16, for the Solanco Fair parade. Enjoy the fair!

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

Well Rooted: Genealogy Drop In

Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
MTP Morgan Center B at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Discussion, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Are you hitting a "brick wall" in your family tree research? Whether you are a seasoned researcher or just starting to wonder about your heritage, the library is here to help!

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

Are you hitting a "brick wall" in your family tree research? Whether you are a seasoned researcher or just starting to wonder about your heritage, the library is here to help!

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

Teach Miss Esther a Craft!

Thursday, September 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

American Disasters

Friday, September 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Discussion, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Best for adults and older interested teens. Registration is appreciated but not required if space allows.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Best for adults and older interested teens. Registration is appreciated but not required if space allows.

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

The Waldorf Effect: A Paranormal Research Theory

Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
LPL Board Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join author Laurissa Mary Rex as she discusses the research behind her book The Waldorf Effect: A Paranormal Research Theory.

This four-part theory for understanding hauntings, developed through research at the Waldorf Estate of F

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join author Laurissa Mary Rex as she discusses the research behind her book The Waldorf Effect: A Paranormal Research Theory.

This four-part theory for understanding hauntings, developed through research at the Waldorf Estate of F

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

Lititz Garden Club

Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Community, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

American Disasters

Friday, October 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Discussion, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Best for adults and older interested teens. Registration is appreciated but not required if space allows.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Best for adults and older interested teens. Registration is appreciated but not required if space allows.

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

Genealogy for Beginners

Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Community, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Registration Required
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 "Everyone" group

What Teeth Tell Us

Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LPL Community Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone

What big teeth you have!

Most dinosaurs are known for their incredible teeth! By studying their teeth alone, scientists can decide what each type ate for dinner whether it be meat, plants, or a little bit of everything. 

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

What big teeth you have!

Most dinosaurs are known for their incredible teeth! By studying their teeth alone, scientists can decide what each type ate for dinner whether it be meat, plants, or a little bit of everything. 

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

Grief Stories

Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Community, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Grief Stories provides a space for hearing first-hand accounts of overcoming a tragic death and living with hope and purpose. Online registration begins two weeks prior.

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

Grief Stories provides a space for hearing first-hand accounts of overcoming a tragic death and living with hope and purpose. Online registration begins two weeks prior.

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

Astronomy Enthusiasts of Lancaster County

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Community, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Come learn about the night sky! No registration required. 

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

Come learn about the night sky! No registration required. 

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

American Disasters

Friday, October 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Discussion, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Best for adults and older interested teens. Registration is appreciated but not required if space allows.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Best for adults and older interested teens. Registration is appreciated but not required if space allows.

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 on Monday, October 12 for a staff training. Both locations will reopen on Tuesday, October 13.You can still use many of the l...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, October 12 for a staff training. Both locations will reopen on Tuesday, October 13.

Library Closed

All Day
Adamstown

Adamstown Area Library will be closed on Indigenous People’s Day.

Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

Adamstown Area Library will be closed on Indigenous People’s Day.