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Bread Basics - Challah Bread

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors

Learn how to make homemade challah bread and the braiding technique. Participants will take home a loaf of challah bread ready to bake. All ingredients provided.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make homemade challah bread and the braiding technique. Participants will take home a loaf of challah bread ready to bake. All ingredients provided.

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

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.

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

Genealogy Group

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
ADM Community Room at Adamstown
Program Type:
Discussion, Presentation, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

This group meets at the library on the 2nd Tuesday of each month for short talks from genealogy researcher Ken McCrea, along with lively discussions and research help. For older students and adults.   

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

This group meets at the library on the 2nd Tuesday of each month for short talks from genealogy researcher Ken McCrea, along with lively discussions and research help. For older students and adults.   

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

Play K! All aboard!

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab at Quarryville
Program Type:
Gaming, Health & Wellness, Presentation, STEM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Ages 2-6 with caregiver. Other family members are welcome.

Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Gaming, Health & Wellness, Presentation, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2-6 with caregiver. Other family members are welcome.

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

Spanish Story Time w/ Mrs. Rozo

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MAN Children's Area at Manheim Community
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Presentation, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

This Spanish Story Time will be spoken in Spanish for a Spanish Emersion experience for all children who attend. If parents would like to have printed instructions in English to help direct their child, they can be requested in advance. Mrs.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Children's Area
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Presentation, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This Spanish Story Time will be spoken in Spanish for a Spanish Emersion experience for all children who attend. If parents would like to have printed instructions in English to help direct their child, they can be requested in advance. Mrs.

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.

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.

Lancaster City Branch CLOSING EARLY

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 12:15pm - 12:15pm
Lancaster

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will close early on Tuesday, December 16 for a staff holiday gathering. The buildings will reopen, and regular hours will resume on Wednesda...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will close early on Tuesday, December 16 for a staff holiday gathering.

Mountville Branch CLOSING EARLY

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:00pm
Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will close early on Tuesday, December 16 for a staff holiday gathering. The buildings will reopen, and regular hours will resume on Wednesda...

Closing
Branches:
Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will close early on Tuesday, December 16 for a staff holiday gathering.

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

Watt & Shand- A history lecture by author Nancy Groff

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room at Quarryville
Program Type:
Community, Discussion, Fundraiser, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Quarryville Library welcomes local author Nancy Groff, who will discuss her book, Watt & Shand: East, West, Hame's Best.  The book matter is described as follows:

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Fundraiser, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Quarryville Library welcomes local author Nancy Groff, who will discuss her book, Watt & Shand: East, West, Hame's Best.  The book matter is described as follows:

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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Bread Basics: Ciabatta Bread

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
COL Community Room at Columbia
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Learn how to make ciabatta bread. All participants will take home a loaf to bake.

Cost is $15.00 per participant to cover supplies.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make ciabatta bread. All participants will take home a loaf to bake.

Cost is $15.00 per participant to cover supplies.

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

Digital Detox with Old-School Writing Tools

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
LTZ Community Room at Lititz
Program Type:
Community, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join Lititz Public Library's resident pen expert for a break from digital technology to embrace the fun and relaxation of using analog writing tools.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Lititz Public Library's resident pen expert for a break from digital technology to embrace the fun and relaxation of using analog writing tools.

Christmas Eve

All Day
Ephrata
Closing
Branches:
Ephrata

Christmas Eve

All Day
Lititz
Closing
Branches:
Lititz

CLOSED - CHRISTMAS EVE

All Day
Manheim Community
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Community

ELANCO Library Closed (Christmas Eve)

All Day
Eastern Lancaster County

ELANCO Library will be closed all day today.  (Christmas Eve)

Closing
Branches:
Eastern Lancaster County
Description:

ELANCO Library will be closed all day today.  (Christmas Eve)

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Lancaster, Mountville Branch

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Wednesday, December 24-Friday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday. The buildings will reopen on Saturday, ...

Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Wednesday, December 24-Friday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Quarryville

The library will be closed for Christmas from Wednesday, December 24, through Thursday, December 25. Enjoy the holiday!

Closing
Branches:
Quarryville
Description:

The library will be closed for Christmas from Wednesday, December 24, through Thursday, December 25. Enjoy the holiday!

Library Closed

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Adamstown

The Adamstown Area Library is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

The Adamstown Area Library is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

CLOSED

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Moores Memorial

MERRY CHRISTMAS 

Closing
Branches:
Moores Memorial
Description:

MERRY CHRISTMAS 

Library Closed- Merry Christmas!

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Strasburg-Heisler
Closing
Branches:
Strasburg-Heisler

Library CLOSING EARLY - Christmas Eve

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Columbia

We will be CLOSING EARLY today in order to allow our staff time to prepare for the Christmas holiday. We will reopen on Saturday, December 27 at 8:00am. We hope you have ...

Closing
Branches:
Columbia
Description:

We will be CLOSING EARLY today in order to allow our staff time to prepare for the Christmas holiday. 

We will reopen on Saturday, December 27 at 8:00am. 

We hope you have a wonderful holiday! 

Closing at 2PM

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Milanof-Schock

Closing at 2PM for Christmas.

Closing
Branches:
Milanof-Schock
Description:

Closing at 2PM for Christmas.

Christmas Eve - CLOSING EARLY 12:00 PM

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Manheim Township
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Township

Christmas Day

All Day
Ephrata
Closing
Branches:
Ephrata

Christmas Day

All Day
Lititz
Closing
Branches:
Lititz