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Winter Reading Challenge!

All Day 1/26–2/21
Everyone
Manheim Community
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

 

January 26 - February 21

 

Ephrata Police Visit

10:00am–10:45am
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: Storytime
Event Details:

Officer Bronne Bruzgo from the Ephrata Police Department will be a guest reader during Budding Bookworms Storytime. Children can enjoy stories, craft, and a tour of the police cruiser. 

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. 

Family Story Time w/Miss Alyssa

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

Join Miss Alyssa for a fun story time of songs, stories, and a themed craft! 

January 7 - Farm Animals

January 14 - Snow

January 21 - Dinosaurs

January 28 - Sleep

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Ephrata Police Visit

11:00am–11:45am
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: Storytime
Event Details:

Officer Bronne Bruzgo from the Ephrata Police Department will be a guest reader during Budding Bookworms Storytime. Children can enjoy stories, craft, and a tour of the police cruiser. 

 

 

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. 

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!

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. 

Family Story Time w/Miss Katelyn

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

Join Miss Katelyn for a fun story time of songs, stories, and a themed craft! 

January 7 - Farm Animals

January 14 - Snow

January 21 - Dinosaurs

January 28 - Sleep

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Bonefish Grill Give Back Night

11:00am–10:00pm
Everyone
Lancaster
Offsite Event
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Offsite Location
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Ahi Tuna Poke. Yum. Bang Bang Shrimp. Yum. Fish and chips. Yum, yum, yum.

LEGO Creation Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Everyone
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: Community, STEM
Event Details:

Once a month we will build themed creations out of LEGO bricks that will be displayed in the library. No registration required. 

Recommended for ages 8+ and siblings. No registration 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.

Special Needs

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

Book Drop Off

10:00am–12:00pm
Everyone
Manheim Community
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Donations we appreciate include:

Children’s or teen books

Donegal Student Art Show

10:00am–2:00pm
Everyone
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

The public is invited to attend this free art show and support the young arts of Donegal School District.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Art Show Reception

1:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Event Details:

Join us for this opening reception for our first art exhibit of 2026!

Golden Triangle Apartments - 72 Roosevelt Blvd, Lancaster, PA 17601

4:00pm–5:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

This stop is open to the public, stopped within Golden Triangle Apartments near the community center.

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.

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. 

Friends Book Sale

9:00am–7:00pm
Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:

Whatever your favorite genre, you'll find something to love at the Friends Book Sale! $2 hardbacks, $1 trade paperbacks, 50 c paperbacks, plus kids books, puzzles, DVDs and audiobooks.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Winter Book Sale

9:00am–7:00pm
Everyone
Ephrata
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:

Stop by the Library to stock up on some great winter reads! All proceeds will benefit the Ephrata Public Library. Cash and credit cards will be accepted.  

Lancaster Rec Center - 525 Fairview Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603

9:15am–10:00am
Everyone
Bookmobile
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

This stop is for anyone at the Lancaster Rec.

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. 

Family Story Time w/Miss Alyssa

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

Join Miss Alyssa for a fun story time of songs, stories, and a themed craft! 

February 4 - Fairytales

February 11 - Love

February 18 - Horses

February 25 - Tooth Fairy

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Doggie Downtime

10:45am–11:45am
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Do you need some tail-wagging tranquility in your life? Gaze into “Twinkle’s” big, beautiful, calming eyes to help wash your troubles away! 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Connect with a Social Worker at the Library

11:30am–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Are you facing challenges or seeking support in your life? A licensed social worker from REAL Life Community Services is here to help! Regular hours are every other Wednesday from 11:30-2 p.m. in the library community room.

Winter Book Sale

9:00am–7:00pm
Everyone
Ephrata
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:

Stop by the Library to stock up on some great winter reads! All proceeds will benefit the Ephrata Public Library. Cash and credit cards will be accepted.  

Family Story Time w/Miss Katelyn

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

Join Miss Katelyn for a fun story time of songs, stories, and a themed craft! 

February 4 - Fairytales

February 11 - Love

February 18 - Horses

February 25 - Tooth Fairy

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Brunswick Farm Apartments - 359 Hampden Dr, Lancaster, PA 17603

4:00pm–5:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

This stop is open to the public, stopped within Brunswick Farm Apartments near the community center.

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.

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. 

Make Your Own Valentines

6:00pm–7:00pm
Everyone
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Everyone is invited to join us in crafting valentines in preparation for the big day next week! These handmade valentines will surely be loved extra hard by your friends and family.

Family Movie Night

6:00pm–7:45pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a FREE movie and snacks in a family friendly atmosphere! Please register all who are attending. The program may be cancelled if insufficient registrations are received.

All ages welcome – Movies Rated G or PG.

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