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Children's Library Closed for Renovations. Children's books & audiobooks are available for checkout on the first floor. Storytimes & other programs continue as scheduled.

All Day 1/8 - 5/20
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Children's Play Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:
Our Children’s Library is undergoing a remodel starting in January of 2024. This will include updated paint, furnishings, carpet, the creation of a new early learning room, and more. The lower level, where the children’s library is located, will be C...

Ephrata Area School District Annual Art Show

All Day 4/6 - 5/6
Ephrata
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Lobby
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
The Ephrata Public Library is honored to host the Ephrata Area School District Art Show again this year, which will feature art from students in grades K-12. ...

Baby Mania

9:30am - 10:00am
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:
A special time for babies to share stories, songs, rhymes and games with their grown-ups. Come play with us in the Children’s Library! (Newborn to 17 months, with adult) Limit: 10 babies. Registration will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, April 10th&n...

Little Steps - Babies

9:30am - 10:00am
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Ages 6 - 24 months with a caregiver Storytime will last 30 minutes and will include songs, stories, nursery rhymes and playtime. This 6 week session will run April 11 - May 16. Storytime Coordinator: Amy Moyer - amoyer@lititzlibrary.org ...

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Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Ages 2 - 3 years with a caregiver (Child must be 2 by April 1, 2024.) Storytime will last 30 minutes and will include songs, stories, nursery rhymes and playtime. This 6 week session will run April 11 - May 16. Storytime Coordinator: Shannon...

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Wiggles and Giggles- Ages 18 months up to Age 4

10:00am - 10:30am
Strasburg-Heisler
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Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Ages 18 months up to Age 4 with a caregiver Come sing, dance, Wiggle and Giggle! Fun monthly themes introduce basic concepts to toddlers and young children. Come play and learn!!   ...

“Twinkling Stars” Baby Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Adamstown
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Simple stories, rhymes, puppets, songs, and fingerplays. Every Thursday at 10 a.m. for babies with an adult. Walk-ins welcome.   ...

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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.

Spring Play & Learn with Community Action Partnership

10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center BC
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Event Details:
This series is for families of children birth-5. Includes engaging activities and an opportunity to meet resource quests from the community. Storytime/Socialization, Early Learning Activities, ToGo Snack. Register below or contact Ocean Smith osmith@...

Medicare Review with Office of Aging

10:00am - 1:30pm
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:
The Lancaster County Office of Aging is providing walk-in beneficiary Medicare review to eligible participants.  ...

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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.

Backyard Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Lititz
Registration Closed
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Patio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
*Book giveaway! Each family receives a free book! Meet together outdoors in the library's backyard! Backyard Storytimes are for the whole family, and last about 30 minutes. Bring a blanket or chairs for your family.  Registration is requir...

Toddler Thursday - Night and Day

10:30am - 11:00am
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
Learn about the opposites of night and day through stories, crafts, and activities! For ages 0-3 and siblings. No registration required.  ...

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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.

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.

Family Story Time

10:30am - 11:15am
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:
Join Miss Jan for story time - a different theme each week!  Miss Jan will also sing some fun songs and offer a craft. ...

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Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:
Toddlers ages 12-24 months and their caregivers are invited to the library for Toddler Time with Melissa! In the winter months, find us in the Children's Library on the library's 2nd floor. If it's an exceptionally nice day out, maybe we'll ta...

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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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“The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:30am
Adamstown
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by an easy craft and free play. Every Thursday at 11 a.m. for toddlers with an adult. Walk-ins welcome.   ...

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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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Exploring & Growing Together Discussion Forum

11:00am - 12:45pm
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion
Event Details:
Discussion forum offer a safe learning environment in which to discuss and explore topics and beliefs. Books, articles, and videos are used to learn about a topic and discuss it. For more information email Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org. ...

Preschool Storytime

11:30am - 12:00pm
Lititz
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Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Ages 3 - 5 years, independent of a caregiver (Child must be 3 by April 1, 2024.) Storytime will last 30 minutes and will include songs, stories, nursery rhymes and playtime. This 6 week session will run April 11 - May 16. Storytime Coordinat...

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Duplo Free Play

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Event Details:
Drop-in program. No registration required. Build and play with the Library’s DUPLO bricks. Each family group must include a responsible adult. ...

Movin' and Groovin'

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:
Have ants in your pants? No worries! Come to the Library for this interactive program with music, motion, sound, games and storytelling! Children will release some pent-up energy while learning to take turns, follow directions and be respectful to on...

Sewing for Homeschoolers

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:
Learn simple sewing skills and sew your very own felt bookmark. Ages 10-14. ...

Free Blood Pressure Screenings

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Stop by the library to have a free blood pressure screening. ...

Knitting and Crocheting Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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. ...

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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.

SPECIAL Homeschool STEM - Field Trip (FULL)

1:15pm - 2:30pm
Milanof-Schock
Offsite Event
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Offsite Location
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:
Join us for this special STEM opportunity to visit the Mount Joy Wastewater Treatment Facility. Meet Miss Jan there at 1:15p for a 1:30p tour of the facility - have questions ready! (Ages 5+; registration required. Click Here for the Facility Webs...

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BYOB Book Club - closed to new members

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:
For more information contact Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org ...

Anime After School!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Join us for Anime After School! - we talk about anime, try new snacks, discuss manga, and do activities that immerse us in Japanese culture. 🎥 The last Thursday of the month, we will screen some of our favorite anime feature films. Theref...

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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.

Photo Consent

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