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This event is in the "Children" group.

Ready for Kindergarten!

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Do you have a child that is entering Kindergarten this Fall? This month long workshop is designed to focus on developing skills like name recognition, listening skills, following d...

Required
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Do you have a child that is entering Kindergarten this Fall?

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 "Tweens" group.

Holy Guacamole: Ice Cream Edition

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

In this 2-part series we will be making our very own ice cream! We will work together to come up with new and interesting ice cream flavors. Must be able to attend both sessions to...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

In this 2-part series we will be making our very own ice cream! We will work together to come up with new and interesting ice cream flavors. Must be able to attend both sessions to participate. Ages 10-12.

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 "Babies" group.

Lapsit Story Time

Wednesday, July 10, 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 ...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 "Children" group.

Wonder of Thunder

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Summer is full of crazy weather! In this program, we will read the book The Wonder of Thunder by Sharon Purtill and learn that storms are not that scary and actually help the plane...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Summer is full of crazy weather! In this program, we will read the book The Wonder of Thunder by Sharon Purtill and learn that storms are not that scary and actually help the planet!

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. 

Special Needs

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Unraveling Yarns

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the second Wednesday of the month at 1pm in the back room of the library. This is a cool environment where you get to work on your individual projects together. We have ...

Required
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us on the second Wednesday of the month at 1pm in the back room of the library. This is a cool environment where you get to work on your individual projects together.

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.

Citizen Science for Teens and Tweens

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
NHD Board Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Community, Discussion, Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Want to be a scientist? Learn how you can help real scientists collect real data on real projects around the world. Snacks will be provided. For teens and tweens. No registratio...

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

Want to be a scientist? Learn how you can help real scientists collect real data on real projects around the world. Snacks will be provided.

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 "Tweens" group.

Holy Guacamole: Ice Cream Edition

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

In this 2-part series we will be making our very own ice cream! We will work together to come up with new and interesting ice cream flavors. Must be able to attend both sessions to...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

In this 2-part series we will be making our very own ice cream! We will work together to come up with new and interesting ice cream flavors. Must be able to attend both sessions to participate. Ages 10-12.

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

Anime After School!

Thursday, July 11, 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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

LEGO Creation Club

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Community, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Everyone
Event Details:

Once a month, we'll build themed creations out of LEGO Bricks that will be displayed in the library.  No registration required. Recommended for ages 8+ and siblings.  ...

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

Once a month, we'll build themed creations out of LEGO Bricks that will be displayed in the library. 

No registration required. Recommended for ages 8+ and siblings. 

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.

Erik Hershey's Amazing, Trailblazing MAGIC Adventure!

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join magician Erik Hershey on a magical journey across the countryside! This show features magical illusions that show how READING can take us on amazing adventures in our imagi...

Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Join magician Erik Hershey on a magical journey across the countryside!

This show features magical illusions that show how READING can take us on amazing adventures in our imagination!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Late Night at the Library

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 7:00pm - 10:00pm
EPH Multipurpose Room at Ephrata
Program Type:
Community, Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us after-hours for 3 hours of video games, board games, flashlight tag, laser tag and more! Attendees are invited to bring their favorite multiplayer games for Nintendo Switch...

Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community, Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us after-hours for 3 hours of video games, board games, flashlight tag, laser tag and more! Attendees are invited to bring their favorite multiplayer games for Nintendo Switch.

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

Play at the Library!

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers
Event Details:

A special time for children (ages 0-5) and their parents/caregivers to experience child-led play time. Drop-ins welcome, but grownups must remain with their children.

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

A special time for children (ages 0-5) and their parents/caregivers to experience child-led play time.

Drop-ins welcome, but grownups must remain with their children.

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

LGBTQIA+ Supportive Space Initiative

Monday, July 15, 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 "Adults" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
MTP Morgan Center B at Manheim Township
Program Type:
Community, Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The notice on the bounty board in the town center reads in hasty script: "ADVENTURERS NEEDED! Urgent mission, handsomely rewarded. " Will you join a new party of rogues, spellca...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

The notice on the bounty board in the town center reads in hasty script: "ADVENTURERS NEEDED! Urgent mission, handsomely rewarded. "

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 "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: Ready, Set, Disperse! How Seeds Travel the World

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Silent Book Club at Our Town Brewery!

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
LPL Offsite Location at Lancaster
Program Type:
Book Club, Community
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

All the perks of a book club, but none of the stress! Join us at Our Town Brewery this month for our meeting of the Silent Book Club, a program which gives you uninterrupted rea...

Offsite Event
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Offsite Location
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Community
Event Details:

All the perks of a book club, but none of the stress!

Join us at Our Town Brewery this month for our meeting of the Silent Book Club, a program which gives you uninterrupted reading time and the

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

Ready for Kindergarten!

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Do you have a child that is entering Kindergarten this Fall? This month long workshop is designed to focus on developing skills like name recognition, listening skills, following d...

Required
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Do you have a child that is entering Kindergarten this Fall?

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

Live Railroad Museum Steam Demonstration!

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Ages 5-15. Children under 8 should be accompanied by caregiver. Join staff from the Railroad Museum of PA to learn about steam power! Using a miniature, working steam model, an ...

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

Ages 5-15. Children under 8 should be accompanied by caregiver.

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Almost Perfect Crimes

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adamstown
Program Type:
Community, Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join Miss Jess as we discover together “Whodunit!” Upon registration, you will receive the Zoom link. The Mini Murder Mystery Story for each month is attached to this event page (o...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join Miss Jess as we discover together “Whodunit!” Upon registration, you will receive the Zoom link. The Mini Murder Mystery Story for each month is attached to this event page (or will be attached soon!).

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

Jane Austen Society

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Community, Discussion
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Come enjoy a cup of tea and discuss all things Austen.

Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion
Event Details:

Come enjoy a cup of tea and discuss all things Austen.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Young at Heart

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
ADM Community Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

REAL Life Community Services invites you to Young at Heart, with free events for anyone age 60 and up. Join us at the library for coffee, chatting, games, crafts, and more on the 1...

Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

REAL Life Community Services invites you to Young at Heart, with free events for anyone age 60 and up. Join us at the library for coffee, chatting, games, crafts, and more on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month.

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

Toddler Discovery Time

Wednesday, July 17, 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. 

For families. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

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

Special Needs

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

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

Cissy & The Man

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
MAN Community Room at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Community, Music, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Circus in a Box 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 their audiences with hum...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Community, Music, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 195
Event Details:

Circus in a Box

Ages 3-12

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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Hopewell Furnace: Fueling America's Industrial Growth

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
NHD Activity Room at Eastern Lancaster County
Program Type:
Book Club, Community, Discussion, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

How did southeast Pennsylvania fuel America’s Industrial capabilities? Join National Park Service Ranger Nick Cahill to learn how the community of Hopewell Furnace utilized th...

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

How did southeast Pennsylvania fuel America’s Industrial capabilities?