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Patio Play

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
MTP Children's Discovery at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us on our discovery patio for an hour of creativity and fun! For all ages up to 3rd grade Drop-in program. No registration is required but  a responsible adult must...

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Children's Discovery
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us on our discovery patio for an hour of creativity and fun!

For all ages up to 3rd grade

Drop-in program. No registration is required but  a responsible adult must be present with children at all times

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

Where the Wild Things Are

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join a Lancaster County Parks and Rec Naturalist for a program based on the book Where the Wild Things Are.   After hearing the story participants will learn interesting fa...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Community, Storytime, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 94
Event Details:

Join a Lancaster County Parks and Rec Naturalist for a program based on the book Where the Wild Things Are.

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.

Story Time @ the StoryWalk®

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
EPH Outside at Ephrata
Program Type:
Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Preschoolers are invited to this special story time at the Ephrata Township Community Park Story Walk at 436 East Fulton Street! Early literacy skills, including letter and sound i...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Outside
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Preschoolers are invited to this special story time at the Ephrata Township Community Park Story Walk at 436 East Fulton Street! Early literacy skills, including letter and sound introduction, are included in each story time.

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.

Letting Off STEAM!

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Kids are invited to the Library for fun, simple science, technology, engineering, arts and math activities. Ages 6-9.

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Kids are invited to the Library for fun, simple science, technology, engineering, arts and math activities. Ages 6-9.

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

Lego Block Party!

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MTP Morgan Center C at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

The LEGO Block Party at the library is a fun and creative program where children ages 8-12 come together to build various creations using LEGO bricks. Participants often have the o...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

The LEGO Block Party at the library is a fun and creative program where children ages 8-12 come together to build various creations using LEGO bricks.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Video Game Night for Adults

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Gaming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults like to have fun, too! Play multiplayer games on the library Nintendo Switch and make some friends (or enemies)! Ages 18+.

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Adults like to have fun, too! Play multiplayer games on the library Nintendo Switch and make some friends (or enemies)! Ages 18+.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Let's Take an Insect Adventure - with Ryan Bridge

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
COL Columbia Crossing at Columbia
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Ryan “The BugMan” will show the audience 100’s of incredible bugs and insects from around the world. Meanwhile, he’ll be relating some of the crazy-cool adventures that he took whi...

Registration Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Columbia Crossing
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Ryan “The BugMan” will show the audience 100’s of incredible bugs and insects from around the world. Meanwhile, he’ll be relating some of the crazy-cool adventures that he took while searching for many of those same creatures.

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.

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.

Refreshing Mountain Nature Show

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Adamstown
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Tuesdays, June 4 & 11, July 2 & 16 at 10 am. Come and hear all about native and exotic creatures from around the world. At Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Cent...

Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Tuesdays, June 4 & 11, July 2 & 16 at 10 am. Come and hear all about native and exotic creatures from around the world.

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

Patio Play

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
MTP Children's Discovery at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us on our discovery patio for an hour of creativity and fun! For all ages up to 3rd grade Drop-in program. No registration is required but  a responsible adult must...

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Children's Discovery
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us on our discovery patio for an hour of creativity and fun!

For all ages up to 3rd grade

Drop-in program. No registration is required but  a responsible adult must be present with children at all times

This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Let's Take an Insect Adventure!

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Ryan “The Bug Man” will show the audience hundreds of incredible bugs and insects from around the world while sharing some of the crazy-cool adventures he took while searching for ...

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Ryan “The Bug Man” will show the audience hundreds of incredible bugs and insects from around the world while sharing some of the crazy-cool adventures he took while searching for these creatures on land, air, and sea

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.

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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Young Writers Program

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab at Quarryville
Program Type:
Summer Reading, Virtual
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Hybrid program-please register to receive a link to the writing platform.  Entering grades K through 5.  Join a group of writers this summer! Kids write indepe...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Hybrid program-please register to receive a link to the writing platform.  Entering grades K through 5. 

Join a group of writers this summer!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Electric Bike Demo

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Adamstown
Program Type:
Community, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

At Adamstown Grove. Officer Michelle L. Cook will demonstrate their latest addition to the Ephrata Police Department. For all ages. In place of Budding Bookworms Storytime.   ...

Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Summer Reading
Event Details:

At Adamstown Grove. Officer Michelle L. Cook will demonstrate their latest addition to the Ephrata Police Department. For all ages. In place of Budding Bookworms Storytime.  

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.

Patio Play

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
MTP Children's Discovery at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us on our discovery patio for an hour of creativity and fun! For all ages up to 3rd grade Drop-in program. No registration is required but  a responsible adult must...

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Children's Discovery
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us on our discovery patio for an hour of creativity and fun!

For all ages up to 3rd grade

Drop-in program. No registration is required but  a responsible adult must be present with children at all times

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Character Juggler Chris Ivey

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
COL Park School Gym at Columbia
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The lights and sounds of an arena rock concert are combined with the costumes and theatrics of a Broadway performance to create an intense and entertaining show!  World champi...

Registration Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Park School Gym
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

The lights and sounds of an arena rock concert are combined with the costumes and theatrics of a Broadway performance to create an intense and entertaining show!  World championship juggling skills are presented with high levels of choreograp

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

Patio Play

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
MTP Children's Discovery at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us on our discovery patio for an hour of creativity and fun! For all ages up to 3rd grade Drop-in program. No registration is required but  a responsible adult must...

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Children's Discovery
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us on our discovery patio for an hour of creativity and fun!

For all ages up to 3rd grade

Drop-in program. No registration is required but  a responsible adult must be present with children at all times

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

Tie Dye! Ages 8-12

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Come make a super cool tie dye t-shirt! We’ll be using a traditional tie dye kit to make amazing designs! Make sure to wear old clothes, as things will get messy. You must bring yo...

Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come make a super cool tie dye t-shirt! We’ll be using a traditional tie dye kit to make amazing designs! Make sure to wear old clothes, as things will get messy. You must bring your own t-shirt to tie dye. Ages 8-12.

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.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Summer Reading Kick-Off Party

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Manheim Community
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for our 2024 Summer Reading kick-off party in collaboration with 1st Thursday in Manheim! We will be in the mini park next to the library with our goodies and paper logs! W...

Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for our 2024 Summer Reading kick-off party in collaboration with 1st Thursday in Manheim! We will be in the mini park next to the library with our goodies and paper logs! We will see you there!

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.

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

Creepy Crawly Party

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Adamstown
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Everyone
Event Details:

At Schoeneck Park, 140 W. Queen Street, Schoeneck. Face your fears with this exciting opportunity to learn about all things scaly and slimy, possibly collecting and handling r...

Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

At Schoeneck Park, 140 W.

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 "Everyone" group.

Ryan "The Bug Man" Bridge

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
MAN Community Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Community, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Let’s Take an Insect Adventure! I’m called “The BugMan” due to my passion for Entomology and most of all, teaching people about insects, and I present a variety of FUN and educa...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 94
Event Details:

Let’s Take an Insect Adventure!

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.

LEGO Block Party

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Kids ages 5+ are invited to join us each month for our Lego Block Party! We’ll have suggested challenges or use your imagination and creativity to build your own design. Registr...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Kids ages 5+ are invited to join us each month for our Lego Block Party! We’ll have suggested challenges or use your imagination and creativity to build your own design.

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 "Everyone" group.

Lancaster Conservancy Water Program

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Community, Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join Lancaster Conservancy to celebrate the 1,400 miles of streams and rivers in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania during Water Week! Learn about the different ways we use water and t...

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join Lancaster Conservancy to celebrate the 1,400 miles of streams and rivers in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania during Water Week!

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

Survive Outside

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to survive your outdoor adventures? Would you know what to do if you ever got lost? Join a Lancaster County Parks Naturalist to explore different survi...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to survive your outdoor adventures?

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Summer Reading Kick-Off Party!!!!

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Strasburg-Heisler
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Come Kick-Off The Summer Reading Challenge with us!! Come have ice Cream from Lickity Split, jump in the Bounce House, have delicious coffee from Joe on The Go Coffee Co., Play gam...

Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Come Kick-Off The Summer Reading Challenge with us!! Come have ice Cream from Lickity Split, jump in the Bounce House, have delicious coffee from Joe on The Go Coffee Co., Play games and MUCH MORE! 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Rainbow Storytime

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

It's a special Pride Month storytime!   Gather the whole family to enjoy stories, songs, dances and fun that celebrate us all as unique individuals! Registration is appr...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

It's a special Pride Month storytime!  

Gather the whole family to enjoy stories, songs, dances and fun that celebrate us all as unique individuals!

Registration is appreciated, but not 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.