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Story Time

10:30am - 11:15am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Moores Memorial
Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us on Wednesday mornings for fun songs, crafts & stories!

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.

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Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Share the joy of reading with your little ones and join Miss Rachel for stories, songs, and a craft!

Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success.

Preschoolers (ages 3-6) will enjoy this program the mo

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. 

Storytime for Ages 3-5

11:00am - 11:00am
Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Storytime for Children Ages 3-5 with a Caregiver

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Photo Consent

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Preschool Party

11:00am - 11:45am
Children
Manheim Township
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Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join Ms. Laura for a fun and engaging preschool program designed to spark curiosity and a love for learning in young children!

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Toddlers, Children
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Registration is not 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.

Photo Consent

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

Play & Learn (3 - 5 Years)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Health & Wellness, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Come play with us at Quarryville Library for our Family Place program! Two programs each week, differentiated by child’s age.

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.

Wee Build Free Play

12:00pm - 6:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Let your child’s imagination soar in this hands-on free play program! Designed for kids ages 2-7, this engaging session provides a creative and interactive environment where children can explore, build, and learn through play.

Homeschool Club for Kids: STEAM Art Creations

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Homeschoolers are invited to the Library for a fun art experience! Kids will have the opportunity to experiment using science, technology, engineering and math to create cool masterpieces! Ages 6-9. 

Pajama Storytime

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

Join us at the Lancaster City Branch for Pajama Storytime.

We will read stories, sing songs, and dance!

Miss Shannon will be wearing her pajamas, and you can too!

All ages welcome with a parent/caregiver.

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Photo Consent

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Wiggles and Giggles- Ages 18 months up to Age 4

10:00am - 10:30am
Toddlers, Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Registration Closed
Registration
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 18 months up to Age 4 with a caregiver

Come sing, dance, Wiggle and Giggle! Miss Wendy's FUN monthly themes introduce basic concepts to toddlers and young children. Come play and learn with your little ones!!

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Photo Consent

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

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Lititz
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Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 3 - 5 years, independent of a caregiver (Child must be 3 by January 1, 2025.)

Storytime will last 30 minutes and will include songs, stories, nursery rhymes and playtime.

This 11 week session will run January 30 - April 10.

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Photo Consent

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

Toddler Thursday - Trees, Flowers, and Plants

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us this month for storytime to learn and grow as we take a closer look at trees, flowers, and plants. 

For ages 0-3 and siblings. 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.

Family Place Learning Space

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Family Place offers programs to support parents and caregivers who are a child's first teacher.

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.

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.

Homeschool Spanish Class

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Homeschool Spanish is 6 Thursdays of basic conversational Spanish for kids 7 and older. Children must be able to read and write for this class.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Wee Build Free Play

2:00pm - 3:45pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Let your child’s imagination soar in this hands-on free play program! Designed for kids ages 2-7, this engaging session provides a creative and interactive environment where children can explore, build, and learn through play.

I Can Cook! Kids Cooking Class

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Everyone can cook! Young children, along with an adult, can join us at the Library to make simple but yummy recipes!  Proper use of kitchen tools and simple cooking techniques will be introduced.

LEGO CLUB

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Moores Memorial
Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM

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. 

LEGO Creation Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Community, STEM
Event Details:

Once a month we will 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.

Special Needs

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

Lego Lab

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens
Manheim Community
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Community, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Welcome to our new Lego Program! This program will be a structured challenge for your child to learn and grow with peers that understand their desire for design and creativity. They will be given a myriad of challenges each week to complete.

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.

Reading with Sasha

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Grissinger Board Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Sasha is a yellow lab and a certified therapy dog with the KPETs who helps children who struggle with reading.

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Some Locations
Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Friday, April 11 for an all-staff professional development session.

M is for Mindfulness Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
Cancelled
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime
Event Details:

We will read stories, fly like butterflies, stand strong like trees, breathe like the ocean, and feel the peace within us.

Each session, we will pair yoga-inspired movements and simple mindfulness practices with books to engage body, hear

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. 

Kids Crafts and Coffee- April

10:00am - 11:15am
Toddlers, Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Join Waitlist
Registration
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Children 18 Months up to 3 1/2 years with a caregiver

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Photo Consent

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

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

10:00am - 11:30am
Toddlers, Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Come use your imagination, build and play! No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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