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Burrowing Adventures

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Adamstown
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Everyone
Event Details:

At Brubaker Park, East Earl. Learn about life underground, the creatures who live in burrows (with puppets and pelts) and unleash your inner animal as we play in a life-size preten...

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

At Brubaker Park, East Earl. Learn about life underground, the creatures who live in burrows (with puppets and pelts) and unleash your inner animal as we play in a life-size pretend burrow. Presented by Lancaster County Dept.

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 "Children" group.

Robotics with Lancaster Science Factory

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Entering grades K through 3.  Kids will explore the basics of robotics and programming while interacting with Edison Robots.

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Entering grades K through 3. 

Kids will explore the basics of robotics and programming while interacting with Edison Robots.

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

Salad days: A tasting adventure!

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Best for adults, interested older teens. We have a new addition to our online databases that we want to feature in a delicious way! The term "salad days" derives from Shake...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Best for adults, interested older teens. We have a new addition to our online databases that we want to feature in a delicious way!

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

Jack and the Beanstalk

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Brave young Jack climbs a mysterious beanstalk to stop the Ogre's antics.  The lad grabs the harp, the hen, and a bag of silver coins, escaping down the beanstalk.  When ...

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 120
Event Details:

Brave young Jack climbs a mysterious beanstalk to stop the Ogre's antics.  The lad grabs the harp, the hen, and a bag of silver coins, escaping down the beanstalk.  When the Ogre tries to follow there is a surprisingly happy ending for a

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 "Everyone" group.

Ed Klein - Cartooning Made Easy

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Manheim Community
Program Type:
Community, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Cartooning Made Easy K+ only Students will be instructed on the basics of cartooning so they can caricature the world around them and create original cartoons as well as draw...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Cartooning Made Easy

K+ only

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

Ryan The Bug Man: Let’s Take an Insect Adventure!

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
MTP Morgan Center ABC at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Adults, Seniors
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...

Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center ABC
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 70
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.

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

Pancakes and Poetry @ Teen Central

Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

This event will be held at Teen Central in collaboration with Manheim Community Library. Eat some pancakes, while you challenge and flex your word abilities. There will be many sta...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

This event will be held at Teen Central in collaboration with Manheim Community Library. Eat some pancakes, while you challenge and flex your word abilities.

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

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.

Master Gardener Pollinator Program

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Listen to the story Grandma Lisa's Humming, Buzzing, Chirping Garden by local author Lisa Doseff, illustrated by Duncan Robertson. Do the "waggle dance" and make a craft. (Age...

Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Listen to the story Grandma Lisa's Humming, Buzzing, Chirping Garden by local author Lisa Doseff, illustrated by Duncan Robertson. Do the "waggle dance" and make a craft. (Ages 3 - 8)

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.

Story Time - Summer 1

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
MAN Community Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Esther for Monday (Summer 1) story times! Registration is requested, but we will not turn you away! For returning parents: The registration for this event will make it...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join Miss Esther for Monday (Summer 1) story times! Registration is requested, but we will not turn you away!

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

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. 

Special Needs

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

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

Patio Play

Monday, July 1, 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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Cartooning Made Easy with Ed Klein

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Students 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....

Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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 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.

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.

Circus in a Box

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Strasburg-Heisler
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

The Target age group for this program is ages 3-12 The joy of the circus comes to life when this juggler/clown duo comes barreling through the door. Cissy and The Man delight th...

Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

The Target age group for this program is ages 3-12

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

Lego Block Party!

Monday, July 1, 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 "Everyone" group.

United States History Trivia Night

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Community, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bring the whole family, your friends, your neighbors, or come alone! Test your knowledge of U.S. history during our trivia night and celebrate the Fourth of July with a dramatic re...

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

Bring the whole family, your friends, your neighbors, or come alone! Test your knowledge of U.S.

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

Book Buddies

Tuesday, July 2, 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: 47
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 "Everyone" group.

Refreshing Mountain Nature Show

Tuesday, July 2, 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, July 2, 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.

Summer Spanish!

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Strasburg-Heisler
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Summer Spanish!  Join us this summer for five lively sessions which will get you talking about yourself, your family, your hobbies, and more! This basic course fo...

Required
Payment
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Summer Spanish! 

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

Animal Olympics

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
MAN Community Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Be a part of the Animal Olympics! Participants will be challenged with the same physical prowess as creatures in the animal kingdom: jumping, running, breath holding and even the s...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Be a part of the Animal Olympics! Participants will be challenged with the same physical prowess as creatures in the animal kingdom: jumping, running, breath holding and even the sloth crawl.

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. 

Special Needs

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

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

Cartooning Made Easy with Ed Klein

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Presentation, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Ed Klein will instruct students on the basics of cartooning so they can caricature the world around them, create original cartoons, and draw their favorite cartoon characters. E...

Required
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Presentation, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Ed Klein will instruct students on the basics of cartooning so they can caricature the world around them, create original cartoons, and 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.

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

KooKoo's Cartoon Magic Show

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
EPH Multipurpose Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Presentation, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

See KooKoo the Cartoon Magician’s interactive brand of comedy as he presents magic routines as a love letter to the Art of Animation accented by visual gags and zany sound effects!...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Presentation, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

See KooKoo the Cartoon Magician’s interactive brand of comedy as he presents magic routines as a love letter to the Art of Animation accented by visual gags and zany sound effects!

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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Young Writers Program

Tuesday, July 2, 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.   Kids write independently and meet once per month as a group to discuss our progress and cha...

Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Hybrid program-please register to receive a link to the writing platform.  

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

Summer Chess Club

Tuesday, July 2, 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, July 2, 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.