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Adventures in Gaming: Overcooked Holiday Levels

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Explore the wacky world of co-op games that Laura loves. The weirder the game, the better! All games will be co-op games requiring you to work together to succeed. This session is Overcooked. (Holiday DLC) Ages 13-18.

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.

Lititz Game Club

4:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Meets the first and third Wednesday of the month.

Art Afternoon for Teens

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Come create and have fun with your friends at the Library. No stress allowed as we explore our artistic side and unwind in a relaxing, no-judgement environment. Ages 13-18.

Attracting Backyard Birds

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Health & Wellness, Presentation, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 47
Event Details:

Adults and interested older kids.  How can you alter your backyard to provide a welcoming habitat for a variety of local birds? This will include making a homemade bird feeder.

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

Bread Basics - Homemade Monkey Bread

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Columbia
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Join Kayla and learn how to make monkey bread.

The perfect addition to your holiday breakfast!

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

Mah-Jongg Group

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Experienced players as well as people wanting to learn are invited to drop in to play Mah-Jongg on the first Monday, second Wednesday, or third Thursday of each month. Please see dates listed on the calendar.

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. 

Build a "Gingerbread" House

10:00am - 10:45am
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

For ages 3+ with parent or caregiver. Space is limited, registration is required. Please register everyone who will be attending. Registration closes on December 16th to allow for staff preparation.

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens

Teen Board Gaming

10:00am - 2:00pm
Teens
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Open board game time for teens in the library! Bring your favorite board games to share with the group. 

"A Chicken Could Not Live on That Field When We Open On It"

10:30am - 11:30am
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

“A Chicken Could Not Live on That Field When We Open on It”

Drop-In Craft Styrofoam Ball Ornament

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in from 1-3 p.m. Need a last-minute gift for someone special? Make a beautiful sequin and bead ornament. Ask your friends to join you on this day off school! Ages 8 & up.   

 

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. 

Teen LGBTQIA+ Book Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Be a part of our teen book club! 

This is a space for LGBTQIA+ teens and their allies to talk about their favorite books, learn about queer literature, get (and give) book recommendations, and meet others in the community.

Queer Safe Space with Lititz Chooses Love

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
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

Christmas Eve

All Day
Ephrata
Closing
Branches:
Ephrata

Closed - Christmas Eve

All Day
Manheim Community
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Community

CLOSING @ 2pm

All Day
Milanof-Schock
Closing
Branches:
Milanof-Schock

ELANCO Library Closed (Christmas Eve)

All Day
Eastern Lancaster County
Closing
Branches:
Eastern Lancaster County
Description:

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

Library CLOSED

All Day
Columbia
Closing
Branches:
Columbia
Description:

We are CLOSED to give our staff the time to spend with their families for the Christmas holiday. 

We will resume our normal operations on Friday, December 27 at 10:00am.

Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Quarryville
Closing
Branches:
Quarryville
Description:

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

CLOSED for Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Lititz
Closing
Branches:
Lititz

Library Closed

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Adamstown
Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

Adamstown Area Library will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Closed

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Moores Memorial
Closing
Branches:
Moores Memorial
Description:

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

Closed Happy Holidays!

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

MTPL Closing Early (Open 10am - Noon)

12:00pm - 8:00pm
Manheim Township
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Township