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Parachute Play

Monday, May 4, 2026 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.

Upcoming
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

Tiny Tales Story Time

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies

Stories, bubbles, songs, and play time for our youngest library friends ages birth to 11 months with their caregiver.

Limit 10 infants. Registration required. 

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

Stories, bubbles, songs, and play time for our youngest library friends ages birth to 11 months with their caregiver.

Limit 10 infants. 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.

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

Cancelled - Ready, Set, Go! Kindergarten Readiness

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

This program is focused on developing skills to prepare children who will be entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2026.

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

This program is focused on developing skills to prepare children who will be entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2026.

This event is in the "Children" group

Pajama Storytime

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:00pm
Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Throw on your pajamas and head to the library to read stories, sing songs, and dance!

Ages 4-11 · Space is limited, registration is recommended

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Throw on your pajamas and head to the library to read stories, sing songs, and dance!

Ages 4-11 · Space is limited, registration is recommended

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

Family Story Time @ THE FARM!

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
MAN Break-out Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Break-out Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

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.

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!

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 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)

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

Toddler Time

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers

A time for Toddlers with their grown-up, dedicated to stories, discovery and exploring!  (18 months to 36 months, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

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

A time for Toddlers with their grown-up, dedicated to stories, discovery and exploring!  (18 months to 36 months, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

This event is in the "Babies" group

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies

Join Miss Shannon for a half hour of fun created for our youngest patrons!

Ages 0-11 months · Walk-ins welcome!

Older siblings are definitely welcome (though please bring a doll or teddy bear so they can participate).

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Miss Shannon for a half hour of fun created for our youngest patrons!

Ages 0-11 months · Walk-ins welcome!

Older siblings are definitely welcome (though please bring a doll or teddy bear so they can participate).

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 "Children" group

Backyard Storytime

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
LTZ Patio at Lititz
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Meet together outdoors at the library! 

NEW LOCATION...Veterans Honor Park across the library parking lot

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Patio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet together outdoors at the library! 

NEW LOCATION...Veterans Honor Park across the library parking lot

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

Family Story Time - Spring Series

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
MAN Break-out Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

 

This Family time will be at the farm!

Welcome to Family Story Time at the Manheim Community Library!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Break-out Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

This Family time will be at the farm!

Welcome to Family Story Time at the Manheim Community Library!

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.

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 Storytime

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 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.

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

Friends' Fiesta!

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
EPH Multipurpose Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, STEM, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Come to the library to celebrate Cinco de Mayo by learning about the holiday through stories, lessons and play. We will be making a party snack, playing music and creating art inspired by the Mexican Culture. Ages 2-5.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, STEM, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come to the library to celebrate Cinco de Mayo by learning about the holiday through stories, lessons and play. We will be making a party snack, playing music and creating art inspired by the Mexican Culture. Ages 2-5.

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.

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

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success. Featuring stories, crafts, and more!

Walk-ins are welcome! 

Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success. Featuring stories, crafts, and more!

Walk-ins are 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 "Children" group

Preschool Party

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join Ms. Laura for a fun and engaging preschool program designed to spark curiosity and a love for learning in young children!

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

Join Ms. Laura for a fun and engaging preschool program designed to spark curiosity and a love for learning in young children!

This event is in the "Babies" group

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies

Join Miss Shannon for a half hour of fun created for our youngest patrons!

Ages 0-11 months · Walk-ins welcome!

Older siblings are definitely welcome (though please bring a doll or teddy bear so they can participate).

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join Miss Shannon for a half hour of fun created for our youngest patrons!

Ages 0-11 months · Walk-ins welcome!

Older siblings are definitely welcome (though please bring a doll or teddy bear so they can participate).

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

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
ADM Children's Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Registration is not required. 

 

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

Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. 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 "Toddlers" group

Toddler Time

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers

A time for Toddlers with their grown-up, dedicated to stories, discovery and exploring!  (18 months to 36 months, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

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

A time for Toddlers with their grown-up, dedicated to stories, discovery and exploring!  (18 months to 36 months, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

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

Baby Book Club

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Introduce literacy and learning to your little one with a community in the Library! We will occasionally make messy art, including sensory experiences that are always optional.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Introduce literacy and learning to your little one with a community in the Library! We will occasionally make messy art, including sensory experiences that are always optional.

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.

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 "Everyone" group

Family Story Time w/Miss Alyssa

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 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! 

May 6 - Moms

May 13 - Flowers

May 20 - Bees

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! 

May 6 - Moms

May 13 - Flowers

May 20 - Bees

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

Pre-K Pals: Story Time with YWCA Lancaster

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join YWCA Lancaster as they read My Voice, My Choice our series of book readings at public libraries across Lancaster County. They will share stories that foster empathy, resilience, and empowerment. 

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

Join YWCA Lancaster as they read My Voice, My Choice our series of book readings at public libraries across Lancaster County. They will share stories that foster empathy, resilience, and empowerment. 

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 "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join Miss Rachel for stories, songs, and a craft and share the joy of reading with your little ones!

Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success.

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

Join Miss Rachel for stories, songs, and a craft and share the joy of reading with your little ones!

Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success.

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
This event is in the "Children" group

Sing! Sign! Storytime!

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Sing! Sign!

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

Sing! Sign!

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

Story Time

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Moores Memorial
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children

Join us every Wednesday at 10:30a for a fun time of reading, singing, basic sign language & a craft!

Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday at 10:30a for a fun time of reading, singing, basic sign language & a craft!

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

Toddler Time

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MVL Storytime Corner at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Music, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers

Toddlers ages 12-36 months and their caregivers are invited to the Mountville Branch for Toddler Time!

Have fun with friends, stories, and music while building a foundation for early learning and literacy. 

Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Storytime Corner
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Music, Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Toddlers ages 12-36 months and their caregivers are invited to the Mountville Branch for Toddler Time!

Have fun with friends, stories, and music while building a foundation for early learning and literacy. 

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.