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ESCAPE! The Library Lost in Time (Junior Friends Escape Room)

1:00pm–2:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library: Ephrata
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Fundraiser, Gaming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

You have been invited to the library by a mysterious Professor to experience his brand-new creation. He claims you will be able to visit the locations inside your favorite books. Intriguing, isn't it?

Do you accept the invitation? 

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.

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

ESCAPE! The Library Lost in Time (Junior Friends Escape Room)

2:30pm–3:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library: Ephrata
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Fundraiser, Gaming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

You have been invited to the library by a mysterious Professor to experience his brand-new creation. He claims you will be able to visit the locations inside your favorite books. Intriguing, isn't it?

Do you accept the invitation? 

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.

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

ESCAPE! The Library Lost in Time (Junior Friends Escape Room)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library: Ephrata
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Fundraiser, Gaming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

You have been invited to the library by a mysterious Professor to experience his brand-new creation. He claims you will be able to visit the locations inside your favorite books. Intriguing, isn't it?

Do you accept the invitation? 

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.

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

ESCAPE! The Library Lost in Time (Junior Friends Escape Room)

5:30pm–6:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library: Ephrata
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Fundraiser, Gaming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

You have been invited to the library by a mysterious Professor to experience his brand-new creation. He claims you will be able to visit the locations inside your favorite books. Intriguing, isn't it?

Do you accept the invitation? 

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.

Special Needs

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

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Spice of the Month

All Day
Teens
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Young adults that like to cook and bake can pick up a packet that includes a packet of spice, history, recipes, and cookbook recommendations. Library staff would love to taste your culinary adventure!

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

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This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
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"Squirrel" Discovery Drop-In

10:00am–4:00pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Each month, on the 3rd Monday and Tuesday, we will use our senses to explore a different Pennsylvania Game Commission Kit of pelts, wings, skulls, claws, books, activities, and all kinds of other manipulatives. All Ages.

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

CareerLink Representative

10:00am–5:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Business & Career
Event Details:

A CareerLink representative is available every other Monday to assist with job applications, resumes, and more! No appointment necessary!

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

Letter Writing for Homeschoolers

1:00pm–2:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

Practice writing letters with a senior pen-pal from the community. Participants will write, send, receive and respond to letters. Ages 10-18.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

3:30pm–6:30pm
Teens
Ephrata
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Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dungeons and Dragons is a game of imagination, fun, chaos and story. Play as a character you create and let the Dungeon Master take you on a journey to a mystical land. Cast spells, talk to and befriend NPCs.

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

Bread: English Muffins

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Columbia
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 english muffins. Participants will take home a pan of english muffins to bake.

Cost is $15.00 per participant.

Sorry, no pairs for this class.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Book Talk

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Manheim Township
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Study Room #119
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Teens ages 13-18 years of age only.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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CareerLink Q&A Table

10:00am–5:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Lobby
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Get help with your job search by visiting the CareerLink table in the library lobby every Tuesday between 10AM and 5PM. 

A CareerLink representative will be on site to help patrons with their career and job search n

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

Computer... Help!

1:15pm–4:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Manheim Community
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Business & Career, Community, Technology Class
Event Details:

Questions about using the computer? Want to create a social media account (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok)? Need help organizing your email? Come to the library on Tuesday afternoons for IT help!

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

Knitting Club

1:30pm–4:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Moores Memorial
Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for knotting and crocheting! Beginners and all skill levels welcome! 

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. 

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

Homeschool Try to Solve it Tuesday

2:00pm–3:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Whodunit! Tweens & Teens will solve Mini Mysteries, try a suspicious snack, and possibly learn a secret new skill. Ages 10 to 16 due to content.

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 "Teens" group

Teen Gamers Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
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 13-18. 

Disclaimer(s)

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 "Teens" group

Engineering Challenge

3:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Teens
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-12 in teams of 4 or less. We are once again participating in the Fluor Engineering Challenge. Your child can form a team of up to 4 people or participate in a smaller group or alone.

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 "Babies" group
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 "Teens" group

LPL Builders Lab

6:00pm–6:45pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community, STEM
Event Details:

Families will have fun working together and creating masterworks from a variety of materials! 

In addition to LEGOs, we have large building materials such as Duplos, cardboard bricks, large plastic building toys, an

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.

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

Yarn Circle for All Ages

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Strasburg-Heisler
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Bring your knitting and crocheting to the library for a relaxed time of idea-sharing, friendly conversation, and helping one another along the way.

All ages and all skill levels are invited! 

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

BookTok Buzz Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

They will meet to discuss First Time Caller by B.K. Borison and Half His Age by Jennette McCurdy. 

All are welcome to attend. 

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

Crochet with Kasey - Maker's Choice

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you enjoy crafting and conversations, this class is for you!

February Project: Maker's Choice

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

Castañeda's Library Fundraiser

11:00am–8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:

On the last Wednesday of each month, 10% of all proceeds at Castañeda's Mexican Restaurant in Denver will go to the Adamstown Area Library! (excludes alcohol). Dine-in or take-out that day to enjoy great food while supporting the library!

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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
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Maple Sugaring Wildlife Wednesdays

6:00pm–7:00pm
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Every month, the Lancaster County Parks & Recreation Dept. will teach us about different wildlife and environmental topics.

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. 

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

Tracking

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Tweens, Teens
Columbia
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community, Presentation, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join a Lancaster County Parks Naturalist and learn how to identify animals and their activities by the tracks and scat left behind. Participants will use track stamps to make their own track ID guide. 

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.