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Family Story Time - Winter Series

10:30am–11:15am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Break-out Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Family Story Time at the Manheim Community Library!

You will find us in the Breakout Room of the Kreider Farms Cultural Center. Please join us for stories, crafts, and activities!

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.

Photo Consent

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

Preschool Pals

10:30am–11:15am
Children
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Disclaimer(s)

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–11:30am
Children
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success. Featuring stories, crafts, and more!

Walk-ins are welcome! 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Preschool Party

11:00am–11:45am
Children
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Duplo 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:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Little Tinker Thinkers

2:30pm–3:15pm
Children
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Building STEAM Maker Space

3:30pm–5:00pm
Children
Lancaster
Cancelled
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Building STEAM is an open-exploration maker space for the entire family! 

Every month, patrons can explore STEAM in an imaginative way!

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.

LEGO Block Party!

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
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.

Puppy Love Craft Time

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children
Ephrata
Full
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Young dog lovers gather for an afternoon of making paw-sitively adorable puppy themed crafts! Kids will enjoy a story about a cute pup before moving on to make our fur-tastic creations. Ages 5-9. 

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.

Preschool Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3 - 5 years, independent of a caregiver (Child must be 3 by January 1, 2026.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 14 - March 25.

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. 

Wiggles and Giggles Ages 18 months up to Age 4

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

This Program is for Children ages 18 months up to age 4 with a caregiver 

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
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. 

Pre-K Pals Story Time

10:30am–11:15am
Children
Columbia
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we read The Snow Thief by Alice Hemming, complete a craft, enjoy learning activities and play time.

Ages 4-5.

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.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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

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. 

Story Time

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

Join us every Wednesday at 10:30a for a fun time of reading, singing, basic sign language & a craft!

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. 

Teeth Storytime!

10:30am–11:30am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special family storytime all about teeth! Along with our stories, songs, and craft, we’ll have some special guests – including the Tooth Fairy and some folks from Quarryville Family Dentistry!

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.

Storytime for Ages 3-5

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Reading to young children is an important part of early child development and preparation for school. In Library Storytime, children are introduced to weekly themes and concept through books, rhymes, songs, and puppets.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Preschool Party

11:00am–11:45am
Children
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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. 

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:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Construction Zone - OPEN PLAY

4:00pm–6:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Drop by the library to construct a building, create a gadget, operate a robot, and more! 

We will provide a variety of supplies to take you where your imagination leads.

All ages! Walk-ins welcome!

Jigsaw Puzzle Speed Competition & Swap

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Teams of 2-4 people will compete in an all-ages puzzle speed race. The winning team has the least remaining number of loose pieces. Prize awarded.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Youth Chess Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 5-15. Wednesday evenings at 6 pm. Please register for your first session (even if you miss the initial date) and you will be registered for all subsequent sessions. We will accept walk-ins if space allows.

Preschool Storytime

6:30pm–7:00pm
Children
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3 - 5 years, independent of a caregiver (Child must be 3 by January 1, 2026.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 14 - March 25.

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.