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Baked Book Club

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meets at the library on the second Tuesday of the month at 2 p.m.

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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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This event is in the "Seniors" group

Lancaster Live & Learn Series 2026 - The William Whipper Reading Circle

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Commonwealth Monument Project returns to the Lancaster Public Library for its annual LIVE AND LEARN CHAUTAUQUA.

Presented in memory of the life and legacy of Lenwood Sloan, the 2026 series is a salute to PA Abolitionist William

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This event is in the "Teens" group
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LEGO Dino Habitat Build Off

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your family/friend team of 2-5 people to compete in building themed LEGO® habitat AFTER you find your dinosaur hiding in the stacks (sponsored by Rich & Linda Schamus from the Little Brick Gallery, Adamstown).

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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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Read or Die: In-Person Book Discussion

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Ephrata
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

To read is to live! This month we'll be discussing "James" by Percival Everett. Ages 18+.

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This event is in the "Seniors" group

Knitting club

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Knitting Club meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, from 10 a.m. until noon and the second and last Tuesday of each month from 6 p.m.

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This event is in the "Seniors" group

Homestead Village - 1800 Village Circle, Lancaster, PA 17603

9:15am–10:30am
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Homestead Village. 

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

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

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Coffee, Conversations, & Donuts

9:30am–10:30am
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Visit the Library and have real conversations with new friends. Discussion topics and ideas for following meetings can be discussed and lead by the staff moderator present during the program. 

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

Photo Consent

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

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MTPL Book Discussion Group

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start your Wednesday with a side of storytelling. The MTPL Book Discussion Group meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 10am to explore new worlds together.

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

Morning Mahjong

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

🀄️✨Join us for a morning of strategy, skill, and socializing! 🀄️✨

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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Get Hired!

10:00am–3:00pm
Adults
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

PA CareerLink® Lancaster County will be at the Quarryville Library every other Wednesday from 10 am to 3 pm.

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

Woodcrest Villa - 2001 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Woodcrest Villas. 

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

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. 

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Lunch Time Junk Journaling

11:30am–1:00pm
Adults
Mountville Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pack your lunch, grab a journal*, and meet us at the library for junk journaling. 

It is a creative way to make a journal using recycled and found materials, and to record your thoughts, ideas, and memories.

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This event is in the "Seniors" group

Painting Club

12:30pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Bring your own painting supplies. Get together with others to paint and socialize. No registration required.

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Quilt Study

12:30pm–3:00pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Do you love quilts? Do you enjoy hearing the history behind them? Come to the Library for this Quilt Study where participants can bring a quilt (optional) to spread out for the group to study.

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This event is in the "Seniors" group

Trillium Place - 1520 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601

1:15pm–2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Mennonite Home Retirement Community. 

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

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

Afternoon Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly gathering of book lovers! This month we'll be discussing Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

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

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.

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

Moravian Founders - 300 W Lemon St, Lititz, PA 17543

3:00pm–3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Moravian Founders. 

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

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. 

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This event is in the "Seniors" group

Moravian Warwick - 544 W 6th St, Lititz, PA 17543

3:45pm–4:15pm
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and employees at Moravian Warwick Woodlands. 

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

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

Under the Hood

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Lori Johnson from Ladies Start Your Engines returns to the Library to teach the ladies more about their vehicles. Come learn what you can touch, fill and maintain under your hood. Ages 16+.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Read It and Eat: A Cookbook Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Bring your appetite and a dish to share to Read It and Eat: A Cookbook Club!

  • Each month, we will display the chosen cookbook at the Lancaster City Branch circulation desk
  • Register by adding your name

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

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

Great Decisions Discussion Group

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion
Event Details:

If you have an interest in foreign affairs, join us for this moderated, non-partisan discussion group. No special knowledge is required for this informal discussion forum, just an inquiring mind. No registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Thursday Book Group

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

A book club for people who want to read (or re-read) the classics! Our Thursday Book Group focuses on literature that has stood the test of time and continues to be relevant. 

New members are welcome to join the discussion.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mahjong at W Donuts

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Ephrata
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Outside
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join us at W Donuts in Akron for a morning of Mahjong—whether you’re an experienced player or just curious to learn! New to Mahjong?

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

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.