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3 Week Little Parachute

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

Each class is limited to 9 children ages 1 – 2, with a caregiver.  Registration is required.

Full
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

Each class is limited to 9 children ages 1 – 2, with a caregiver.  Registration is required.

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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
This event is in the "Children" group

Toddler Thursdays

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Toddlers will dance, zoom, scoot and hop between stories selected to promote language development. All adults are expected to participate and encourage the children to join in the fun. For ages 0-3 and siblings. 

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Toddlers will dance, zoom, scoot and hop between stories selected to promote language development. All adults are expected to participate and encourage the children to join in the fun. For ages 0-3 and siblings. 

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.

Special Needs

Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Family Story Time

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Everyone

Join Miss Alyssa for a fun story time of songs, stories, and a themed craft! 

December 3 - Arctic Animals

December 10 - Mittens

December 17 - Cookies

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

Join Miss Alyssa for a fun story time of songs, stories, and a themed craft! 

December 3 - Arctic Animals

December 10 - Mittens

December 17 - Cookies

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

Preschool Pals Pajama Story Time

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Join us for a fun holiday story, craft, and play time together.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun holiday story, craft, and play time together.

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.

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

Toddler Time

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers

This crowd-pleasing program offers social interaction and builds a love of reading through engaging stories, fun songs, and more

Ages 1-2 · Siblings are always welcome

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This crowd-pleasing program offers social interaction and builds a love of reading through engaging stories, fun songs, and more

Ages 1-2 · Siblings are always welcome

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 "Toddlers" group

“The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
ADM Children's Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers

Stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by an easy craft and free play. Every Thursday at 11 a.m. for toddlers with an adult. Registration is not required.

 

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by an easy craft and free play. Every Thursday at 11 a.m. for toddlers with an adult. Registration is not required.

 

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.

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

Book Babies PM Session

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies

Book Babies is a special time for babies to share stories, songs, rhymes and games with their grown-ups. Come play with us in the Children’s Library! (Newborn to 17 months, with adult) 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Book Babies is a special time for babies to share stories, songs, rhymes and games with their grown-ups. Come play with us in the Children’s Library! (Newborn to 17 months, with adult) 

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

Toddler Time - for 6 -24 months

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
MAN Meeting Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Community, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers

Visit Miss Esther for a time of songs, stories, and fun! We will meet for 30 minutes in the large meeting room across from the circulation desk. This program is created for children ages 6 months - 24 months.

Cancelled
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Community, Music, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Visit Miss Esther for a time of songs, stories, and fun! We will meet for 30 minutes in the large meeting room across from the circulation desk. This program is created for children ages 6 months - 24 months.

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

Parachute Play

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

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.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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 "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Claws for Claus!

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Best for children 8 and under, but please register every person in your group who will be attending!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Best for children 8 and under, but please register every person in your group who will be attending!

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.

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 "Everyone" group

Cookies and Stories with Mrs. Claus

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Columbia
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Everyone

Enjoy cookies and a drink while Mrs. Claus reads fun holiday stories. 

Children are welcome to wear their pajamas and bring their favorite stuffed animal friend. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy cookies and a drink while Mrs. Claus reads fun holiday stories. 

Children are welcome to wear their pajamas and bring their favorite stuffed animal friend. 

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens

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

Baby's First Storytime!

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab at Quarryville
Program Type:
Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies

Join us for a special weekend session just for babies as we sing and share stories, rhymes and finger plays with our grown-ups! This program is adapted from M.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special weekend session just for babies as we sing and share stories, rhymes and finger plays with our grown-ups! This program is adapted from M.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Christmas Storytime Party

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a special Christmas Storytime! 

Miss Rachel will transform our program room into a Christmas wonderland. Storytime will include stories, songs, crafts, and activities. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special Christmas Storytime! 

Miss Rachel will transform our program room into a Christmas wonderland. Storytime will include stories, songs, crafts, and activities. 

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

Tiny Tots Pajama Story Time

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers

Fun holiday stories, bubbles, songs, parachute, and play time for our library friends ages 12 months to 2 years, with their caregiver.

Limit 12 toddlers. Registration required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fun holiday stories, bubbles, songs, parachute, and play time for our library friends ages 12 months to 2 years, with their caregiver.

Limit 12 toddlers. Registration required.

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

Wiggle & Giggle Story Time

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
MJY Engle Room Large at Milanof-Schock
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies

This story time is especially for the very young. This 20-minute program encourages interacting with baby using songs, finger play, and age-appropriate props, like shakers, scarves, and instruments. Miss Alyssa will lead this class.

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

This story time is especially for the very young. This 20-minute program encourages interacting with baby using songs, finger play, and age-appropriate props, like shakers, scarves, and instruments. Miss Alyssa will lead this class.

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

Music & Movement - CANCELLED

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Sing, dance, chant, listen to music, move, and play instruments, while exploring the patterns and sounds that make up our language.  

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Sing, dance, chant, listen to music, move, and play instruments, while exploring the patterns and sounds that make up our language.  

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.

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

Holiday Storytime

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Bring the whole family for fun holiday stories and a craft! 

All ages with an adult caregiver · Walk-ins welcome

Library: Lancaster
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Event Details:

Bring the whole family for fun holiday stories and a craft! 

All ages with an adult caregiver · Walk-ins welcome

This event is in the "Babies" group

Baby's First Storytime!

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab at Quarryville
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies

Join us for a special time just for babies as we sing and share stories, rhymes and finger plays with our grown-ups! This program is adapted from M.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special time just for babies as we sing and share stories, rhymes and finger plays with our grown-ups! This program is adapted from M.

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.

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.

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

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Preschoolers are invited to enjoy themed books, songs, rhymes, or movement activities while building language and literacy skills. For ages 4-6 and siblings. 

No registration required. 

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Preschoolers are invited to enjoy themed books, songs, rhymes, or movement activities while building language and literacy skills. For ages 4-6 and siblings. 

No registration required. 

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.

Special Needs

Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.

Christmas Eve

All Day
Ephrata
Closing
Branches:
Ephrata

Christmas Eve

All Day
Lititz
Closing
Branches:
Lititz

CLOSED - CHRISTMAS EVE

All Day
Manheim Community
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Community

ELANCO Library Closed (Christmas Eve)

All Day
Eastern Lancaster County

ELANCO Library will be closed all day today.  (Christmas Eve)

Closing
Branches:
Eastern Lancaster County
Description:

ELANCO Library will be closed all day today.  (Christmas Eve)

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Lancaster, Mountville Branch

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

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

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