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Summer Snooze Storytime

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us for a Monday night Summer Snooze Storytime! Grab your PJs and favorite plushie and join us as we sing songs, color, and read bedtime stories before you head home for a summ...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for a Monday night Summer Snooze Storytime! Grab your PJs and favorite plushie and join us as we sing songs, color, and read bedtime stories before you head home for a summer snooze! It’s the perfect way to end a wonderful Summer Day!

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

Book Buddies

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Older students are paired with younger children to read together. Hear a story as a large group, read with your buddy, and make a craft. *Be sure to indicate if you are a rea...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

Older students are paired with younger children to read together.

Hear a story as a large group, read with your buddy, and make a craft.

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

Tuesday, June 25, 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.

Phredd Ukulele One Man Band

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
COL Locust Street Park Gazebo at Columbia
Program Type:
Music, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Fun, interactive, educational fun with Phredd – Ukulele Flailing, Harmonica Wailing, Suitcase Drumming, Kazoo Hum-Humming, Ukulele Bundle of Joy! Part of our 2024 Summer Reading...

Required
Offsite Event
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Locust Street Park Gazebo
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Fun, interactive, educational fun with Phredd – Ukulele Flailing, Harmonica Wailing, Suitcase Drumming, Kazoo Hum-Humming, Ukulele Bundle of Joy!

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Cartooning Made Easy!

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Attendees will be instructed on the basics of cartooning so they can caricature the world around them and create original cartoons as well as draw their favorite cartoon characters...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Attendees will be instructed on the basics of cartooning so they can caricature the world around them and create original cartoons as well as draw their favorite cartoon characters.

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 "Teens" group.

Teen Painting Class

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Crystal Reflections Art Studio- "Where creativity is unleashed!" Landscape Painting Class for ages 12 - 18. Class will be led by local artist Crystal Dull of Crystal Reflecti...

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Crystal Reflections Art Studio- "Where creativity is unleashed!"

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

Summer Chess Club

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MTP Morgan Center C at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Gaming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

The Manheim Township High School Chess Team is hosting a summer chess group at the Manheim Township Public Library! All skill levels are welcome to come to learn chess and improve ...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

The Manheim Township High School Chess Team is hosting a summer chess group at the Manheim Township Public Library! All skill levels are welcome to come to learn chess and improve their game.

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

Mindfulness Meditation Camp for Adults

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for this four-week introductory class to learn how mindfulness can decrease stress, manage anxiety and improve your overall well-being. During the four weeks of “Meditation...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us for this four-week introductory class to learn how mindfulness can decrease stress, manage anxiety and improve your overall well-being.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Ed Klein - Cartooning Made Easy

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Students will be instructed on the basics of cartooning so they can caricature the world around them, create original cartoons, and draw their favorite cartoon characters. Ages 8 a...

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Students will be instructed on the basics of cartooning so they can caricature the world around them, create original cartoons, and draw their favorite cartoon characters. Ages 8 and up. Limited to 20 participants.

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 26, 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Cartooning Made Easy- Ed Klein

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Strasburg-Heisler
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Cartooning Made Easy!! Students will be instructed on the basics of cartooning.  They will learn to create caricatures of the world around them, create original cartoons, a...

Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Cartooning Made Easy!!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Get Outside! With Lancaster Conservancy

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Community, Discussion, Health & Wellness, Presentation, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Learn how to explore the great outdoors with Lancaster Conservancy! Learn about local trails and preserves, what to bring, and how to be prepared for outdoor adventures. For all...

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

Learn how to explore the great outdoors with Lancaster Conservancy!

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.

Paws 2 Read

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:15am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

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

Thursday, June 27, 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.

Paws 2 Read

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:30am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

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.

Paws 2 Read

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 10:45am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

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

Spellbinding Adventure

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

The Harry Potter series contains some of the greatest, most imaginative adventures in literature. Come participate in a celebration of Harry Potter adventures, learning the ins and...

Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

The Harry Potter series contains some of the greatest, most imaginative adventures in literature. Come participate in a celebration of Harry Potter adventures, learning the ins and outs of owls and creating your own mythical creature. 

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.

Paws 2 Read

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 10:45am - 11:00am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

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.

Paws 2 Read

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:15am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

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.

Paws 2 Read

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 11:15am - 11:30am
LTZ Storytime Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

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.

Splash Day

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH Outside at Ephrata
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

As the days warm up, come to the Library to cool off. Children can wear their bathing suits and splash in water tables, get wet in sprinklers and enjoy the sensory exploration of w...

Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Outside
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

As the days warm up, come to the Library to cool off. Children can wear their bathing suits and splash in water tables, get wet in sprinklers and enjoy the sensory exploration of water!

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 "Tweens" group.

Tween Video Gaming: Band Hero and Just Dance 2020

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
MTP Morgan Center C at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Gaming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Join us for a day of music-based games. Take your place center stage as a member of a rock band in the game Band Hero, with your choice of being a guitar player, drummer, or lead s...

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

Join us for a day of music-based games. Take your place center stage as a member of a rock band in the game Band Hero, with your choice of being a guitar player, drummer, or lead singer.

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

Down By The Station: Railroad Stations and Terminals!

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, Discussion, Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Adults and older interested teens. Whether grand or small, railroad stations were, and in some cases continue to be the life blood of towns and cities. During the heyday of rail...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Adults and older interested teens.

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.

Ecothermic Animal Adventures with Jesse Rothacker

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Being a REPTILE is an adventure!   These ecothermic animals are buried alive as babies, they grow up as orphans, and they learn how to survive without teachers or parents! ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 97
Event Details:

Being a REPTILE is an adventure!  

These ecothermic animals are buried alive as babies, they grow up as orphans, and they learn how to survive without teachers or parents!

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.