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Library CLOSED - Memorial Day

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Columbia

We are closed in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday. Please visit our website for information on upcoming programs, to renew your books, or see what's happening. Our onli...

Closing
Branches:
Columbia
Description:

We are closed in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday.

Please visit our website for information on upcoming programs, to renew your books, or see what's happening.

This event is in the "Children" group.

I Can Cook! Kids' Cooking Class

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Young children, along with an adult, can join us at the library to make easy recipes. Proper use of kitchen tools and simple cooking techniques will be introduced. Ages 6-9.

Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Young children, along with an adult, can join us at the library to make easy recipes. Proper use of kitchen tools and simple cooking techniques will be introduced. Ages 6-9.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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

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.

No Show

If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.

This event is in the "Children" group.

LEGO Free-Play (Ages 6+)

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Strasburg-Heisler
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Event Details LEGO Free-Play for ages 6+ with a caregiver. Come play and use your imagination!  *Please note that these are the small LEGOS that are not approp...

Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Event Details

LEGO Free-Play for ages 6+ with a caregiver. Come play and use your imagination! 

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, May 28, 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 "Children" group.

Kids STEAM Time

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side at Ephrata
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Preschoolers are invited to the library for simple science, technology, engineering, arts and math activities. Ages 4-7.

Join Waitlist
Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Preschoolers are invited to the library for simple science, technology, engineering, arts and math activities. Ages 4-7.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Duplo Block Free-Play for ages 2+ with a Caregiver

Friday, May 31, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Strasburg-Heisler
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Come build, play, and use your imagination! Ages 2 and up with a caregiver. No registration Required!

Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Come build, play, and use your imagination! Ages 2 and up with a caregiver.

No registration Required!

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

Patio Play

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

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

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

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

For all ages up to 3rd grade

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

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

Market Monday

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 6:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration is required. A time for family play! Gain "shopping" experience in our weekly play market! Each family group must include a responsible adult...

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration is required.

A time for family play! Gain "shopping" experience in our weekly play market!

Each family group must include a responsible adult. (Ages 3 and up)

This event is in the "Children" group.

Letting Off STEAM!

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

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

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

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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

No Show

If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.

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

Lego Block Party!

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

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

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

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

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

Patio Play

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

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

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

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

For all ages up to 3rd grade

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

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

Let's Take an Insect Adventure!

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

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

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

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Accompanying Adults

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

Late Arrival

Please note that if you arrive after the start of the program, your spot may be forfeited. Please reach out to us if you cannot attend or are running late.

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

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

Patio Play

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

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

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

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

For all ages up to 3rd grade

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

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

Wee Build Free Play

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

No registration is required but a responsible adult must be present with children at all times. Free building and imaginative play with kits of toys for children from 9 months to 7...

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

No registration is required but a responsible adult must be present with children at all times. Free building and imaginative play with kits of toys for children from 9 months to 7 years!

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

Escape Room: The Euphorigen Investigation

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
ADM Community Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Should the government add a brain-boosting supplement to the public water supply? Test your wits in this escape room by solving puzzles that immerse you in a world of manipulated m...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Should the government add a brain-boosting supplement to the public water supply? Test your wits in this escape room by solving puzzles that immerse you in a world of manipulated media, social media bots, deepfakes and other forms of deception.

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

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

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

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

For all ages up to 3rd grade

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

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

Wee Build Free Play

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:45pm
MTP Lapp Story Silo at Manheim Township
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

No registration is required but a responsible adult must be present with children at all times. Free building and imaginative play with kits of toys for children from 9 months to 7...

Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

No registration is required but a responsible adult must be present with children at all times. Free building and imaginative play with kits of toys for children from 9 months to 7 years!

This event is in the "Children" group.

LEGO Block Party

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

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

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

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Lancaster Conservancy Water Program

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

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

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

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Accompanying Adults

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

Photo Consent

I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

The Importance of Bees with Penn State Master Gardeners

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
LPL Program Room A + B at Lancaster
Program Type:
STEM, Storytime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Penn State Master Gardeners for a storytime to learn the importance of bees, and other pollinators to our environment.   We'll read Grandma Lisa's Humming, Buzzin...

Registration Open
Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM, Storytime, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Join Penn State Master Gardeners for a storytime to learn the importance of bees, and other pollinators to our environment.  

We'll read Grandma Lisa's Humming, Buzzing, Chirping Garden by local author Lisa Doseff.

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

Patio Play

Monday, June 10, 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