Upcoming Events

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Library
Event Type
Registration Type

Primary tabs

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Holy Guacamole: Ice Cream Edition

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Community
Registration 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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Summer Fun With Robots!

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Quarryville
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading, Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Our robots never go on vacation! Come and play with them at the library!

Ages 5-12, under 8 with caregiver please! Best for beginners, but we’ll have something for most robot fans!

 

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.

Summer Chess Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming, Summer Reading
Registration 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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Join magician, Erick Hershey, on a magical journey across the countryside!

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

Crafts in the Middle!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Quarryville
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Ages 10-14. Make crafts at the library in the middle of the day, in the middle of the week, in the middle of the month for middle grade students! A different craft each month and yes, there will be snacks!

 

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

Citizen Science for Teens and Tweens

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Eastern Lancaster County
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

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Community
Registration 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.

Board Game Club: Learn to Play Party Games

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This program is for youth ages 10-14 years of age.

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

Lego Stop Motion animation!

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Quarryville
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Ages 10-16. Please note that this program runs for two hours, unlike our usual hour-long eventsThis program requires using an iPad/iPhone or Android device.

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 "Tweens" group.

Tween Video Gaming: Wii Sports Tournament

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Gaming, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

​​​​​​Here is an opportunity to moonlight as a bowling wonder or the next golfing champion.

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

Anime After School!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Registration 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.

Tween Gamers Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for some relaxation and video games on our Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 10-12.

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

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Eastern Lancaster County
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 "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

The Amazing, Trailblazing MAGIC Adventure with Erick Hershey

10:30am - 11:30am
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Everyone
Program Type: Presentation, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join magician Erick Hershe, 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!

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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Spellbinding Adventure - A Harry Potter Based Program

10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie & Film, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Ages 8-12(Middle 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.

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 "Tweens" group.

Capture the Flag for Tweens

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Come play Capture the Flag after hours at the Library! Participants will be split into teams and work together to capture their enemy’s flag. Please use the State St entrance to drop off and pick up your children.

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.

Art Camp for Tweens

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come explore painting, drawing and other fun art projects. Things might get a little messy so please dress appropriately! 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 "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

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Lancaster
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Lego Block Party!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Registration 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 "Tweens" group.

Nail Art for Tweens

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Come paint your nails! Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring your own as well. Ages 10-12.

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

ZAP! Electricity

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Lititz
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

ZAP! Electricity is a hair raising look at electrons, currents, conductors and insulators.  Every demonstration uses children from the audience and every concept builds on the one before.

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

Book Buddies

10:00am - 10:30am
Lititz
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration 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 "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

The Great Magic Reading Adventure

10:30am - 11:30am
Columbia
Registration
Offsite Event
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Locust Street Park Gazebo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for The Great Magic Reading Adventure with Michael Reist! 

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.