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Toddler Discovery Time

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

A mix of free play and exploration, bring your toddler to the library to discover fun activities focusing on the natural world and their senses.  For families. No registrat...

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

A mix of free play and exploration, bring your toddler to the library to discover fun activities focusing on the natural world and their senses. 

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

Pollinator Storytime

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, STEM, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Ages2 to 6 years with caregiver – other family members are welcome.  Join Sherry Watson from the Penn State Master Gardener’s program to get the buzz about bees! Each child...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, STEM, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Ages2 to 6 years with caregiver – other family members are welcome. 

Join Sherry Watson from the Penn State Master Gardener’s program to get the buzz about bees! Each child will receive a seed packet. 

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 "Everyone" group.

Jesse Rothacker and the Forgotten Friends Reptiles

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
MAN Community Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Community, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Ectothermic Animal Adventures Being a REPTILE is an adventure! These ectothermic animals are buried alive as babies, they grow up as orphans, and they learn how to survive witho...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 96
Event Details:

Ectothermic Animal Adventures

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.

Anime After School!

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School! - we talk about anime, try new snacks, discuss manga, and do activities that immerse us in Japanese culture. 🎥 The last Thursday of the ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School!

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.

Read-a-Loud with Raven

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MVL Meeting Room A at Mountville Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children will build reading confidence with the help of Raven, a loving KPETs therapy dog. Call or visit the library to sign up your 1st-4th grader for a 15-minute reading t...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Blue background, in the foreground repeating pattern of dogs and books

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

Lunch Munch for Teens and Tweens

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
NHD Board Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Bring your lunch to much on at the library with Miss Jen! A social hour for teens and tweens full of discussions, trivia, and shenanigans.  No registration required.

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Board Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Bring your lunch to much on at the library with Miss Jen! A social hour for teens and tweens full of discussions, trivia, and shenanigans. 

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.

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.

Family Photos & Library Tour

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
LPL Community Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

In partnership with CWS Lancaster and in celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month/World Refugee Day, we welcome new neighbor families to the library to sit for a professional family...

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

In partnership with CWS Lancaster and in celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month/World Refugee Day, we welcome new neighbor families to the library to sit for a professional family portrait and to learn about the many resources Lancaster Public L

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 "Everyone" group.

STEM Adventures: Amazing Animal Adaptations

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Community, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Everyone
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a STEM Adventure! Each program focuses on a different topic and challenge where you will design, build, test, and discover. Team up as a family or compete against...

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

Join Miss Jen for a STEM Adventure! Each program focuses on a different topic and challenge where you will design, build, test, and discover.

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

Story Time - Summer 1

Monday, June 24, 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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

LGBTQIA+ Supportive Space Initiative

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
LPL Study Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Lititz Chooses Love is partnering with the Lancaster Public Library to provide a safe and supportive space for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families during drop-in office hours.&...

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Study Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Lititz Chooses Love is partnering with the Lancaster Public Library to provide a safe and supportive space for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families during drop-in office hours. 

During these informal office hours, an advisor fro

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

Story Time - Summer 1

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
MAN Community Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

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

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

Join Miss Esther for Tuesday (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.

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

LPL Builders Lab

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, STEM
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

LEGOs, Duplos, Lincoln Logs, Tinker Toys, blocks, and more! Families are invited to drop in and travel from station to station using a variety of building toys to create your ow...

Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community, STEM
Event Details:

LEGOs, Duplos, Lincoln Logs, Tinker Toys, blocks, and more!

Families are invited to drop in and travel from station to station using a variety of building toys to create your own masterworks!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Babies" group.

Lapsit Story Time

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies
Event Details:

Infants, young toddlers and their caregivers sing songs, recite fun rhymes and read together. Participants also learn fingerplays, basic sign language and play together. Ages 0-24 ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Infants, young toddlers and their caregivers sing songs, recite fun rhymes and read together. Participants also learn fingerplays, basic sign language and play together. Ages 0-24 months.

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

Crafts and Conversation!

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Are you a crafter? Would you like to gather with like-minded individuals to spend relaxing time at our library making crafts and socializing? This program will meet most months ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Are you a crafter? Would you like to gather with like-minded individuals to spend relaxing time at our library making crafts and socializing?

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.

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.

MTPLF Board Meeting

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
MTP Morgan Center C at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Community, Discussion
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Manheim Township Public Library Foundation Board Meeting The meeting will be held in person in Morgan C. If you have questions about the meeting please Contact Us with any questio...

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Discussion
Event Details:

Manheim Township Public Library Foundation Board Meeting

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.

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

Fighting Financial Fraud with Jen Parsons & Chad Davis, Mid Penn Bank

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Community, Discussion, Finance, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

We see fraud and cyber-attacks all over the news. As a Cash Management Officer at Mid Penn Bank, Jen Parsons sees it all firsthand, and so does Mid Penn Bank Branch Manager Chad Da...

Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Finance, Presentation
Event Details:

We see fraud and cyber-attacks all over the news.

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LPL Meeting and Media Room at Lancaster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School! - we talk about anime, try new snacks, discuss manga, and do activities that immerse us in Japanese culture. 🎥 The last Thursday of the ...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School!

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 "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: 100
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.

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 "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.

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 "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.