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The Sensory Social

10:00am–2:00pm
Adults
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Event Details:

Looking for a place to relax, tinker, and meet new people? The Sensory Social is a low-stress hangout for neurodivergent adults. We’ve gathered a variety of tactile and creative stations for you to explore at your own pace.

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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.

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Digital Literacy Skills

10:00am–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

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Millersville University @ Promenade

11:30am–1:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for students and staff at Millersville University. The Bookmobile will be parked along the Promenade between the SMC and Gordinier Hall.

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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.

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Newcomers & Neighbors Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

A Women only book club run through the Newcomers and Neighbors Organization. 

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Knitting and Crocheting Group

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This club is open to all interested knitters, crocheters, and other needle or fabric crafters.

Thanks to the Britton family for being our Adult Program sponsor!

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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.

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Mahjong 101

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to play American Mahjong at the Library! This five-week class is for those brand new to the game. Learn the tiles, suits, hands and rules.

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Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and staff at Marietta Senior Apartments

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, check out or return materials, and request holds for future stops.

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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.

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Well Rooted: Genealogy Drop In

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you hitting a "brick wall" in your family tree research? Whether you are a seasoned researcher or just starting to wonder about your heritage, the library is here to help!

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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.

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LCCL After School Alliance

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:

Lancaster County 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 adv

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Miniature Paint Night

5:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Lancaster Public Library and Chris Medalis as he shows you the techniques for painting your favorite characters, but in 1:56 scale!

Have you never heard the terms "dry brush," "layering," or "glazing?" Then this program is for you!

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Noveltea Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The words Noveltea Book Club next to a stack of four books with a cup of tea on top

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Milanof-Schock Library Board Meeting

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The Board of Milanof-Schock Library meets the third Thursday evening of every month. The public is welcome.

The Board does not meet in June or December.

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Life Skills for Success

9:00am–11:00am
Adults
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Join experts from Lancaster County Courts for semiweekly classes focused on basic life skills like computer usage, resume building, job searching, math, reading, and writing. 

Take your life in a new direction while working at the lib

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This event is in the "Seniors" group

Common Thread Crafting Club

10:00am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Unravel your creativity and connect at Common Thread Crafting Club! Whether you’re a master of the needles or just starting your first row, join our bimonthly gathering for all things fiber.

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.

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This event is in the "Seniors" group

Digital Literacy Skills

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

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Together, They Made the Modern American Presidency

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adult program, older teens are welcome. Please register for each session.

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Joyful Stitchers

9:15am–12:45pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

If you love to cross-stitch, bring your current project to the Library to work in the company of other stitchers. No need to register.

 

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Young Adult Board Gaming

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

Open board game time for young adults and older teens (16+) in the library! Bring your favorite board games to share with the group. 

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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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Author Talk: Sent to War-Returning for Peace

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Join Retired Army Colonel Chuck Bechtel as he speaks about memories captured in his book, Sent to War-Returning for Peace: My Reconciliation with the Vietnam War

Colonel Bechtel will discuss the history of the Vietnam War,

This event is in the "Teens" group
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Tear Soup: Exploring Grief

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Nancy Boyd, Hospice Chaplain and Bereavement Counselor at Caring Hospice Services, for this workshop on navigating grief. 

This innovative grief workshop, for individuals and families based on the book

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Life Skills for Success

9:00am–11:00am
Adults
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Join experts from Lancaster County Courts for semiweekly classes focused on basic life skills like computer usage, resume building, job searching, math, reading, and writing. 

Take your life in a new direction while working at the lib

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

Digital Literacy Skills

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

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CareerLink Representative

10:00am–5:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Library: Columbia
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!

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Mahjong Masters

10:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

All experienced (playing for at least one year with no help) players are welcome to join us for fast-paced games of American Mahjong. All players must have a 2025 card to play. Ages 18+.