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Preschool Musik Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

This session is meant for children ages 2-6 with caregivers. Please register each child that is participating individually.

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.

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Musser Park
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to MUSSER PARK for Toddler Time!

Toddler Time on a light blue sky fluffy cloud background

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. 

“The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:30am
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
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. Registration is not 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.

Photo Consent

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

Ready, Set, Go! Kindergarten Readiness

11:00am - 12:00pm
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This program is focused on developing skills to prepare children who will be entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2024. Children will attend this program independently.

Wee Build Free Play

12:00pm - 3:45pm
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

No registration is required but a responsible adult must be present with children at all times. Free building and imaginative play with kits of toys for children from 9 months to 7 years!

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.

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.

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!

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. 

Tie Dye! Ages 8-12

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Ephrata
Join Waitlist
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come make a super cool tie dye t-shirt! We’ll be using a traditional tie dye kit to make amazing designs! Make sure to wear old clothes, as things will get messy. You must bring your own t-shirt to tie dye. Ages 8-12.

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.

Summer Reading Kick-Off Party

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Manheim Community
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for our 2024 Summer Reading kick-off party in collaboration with 1st Thursday in Manheim! We will be in the mini park next to the library with our goodies and paper logs! We will see you there!

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

Photo Consent

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

Family Movie Night

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 53
Event Details:

Join us for a FREE movie and snacks in a family friendly atmosphere!

All ages welcome – Movies Rated G or PG.

This month's movie is: Migration

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

Connect with a Social Worker

9:30am - 12:00pm
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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! To make an appointment, call Emelia at 717-336-7797 option 1 or email her at Emelia@reallcs.org.

Creepy Crawly Party

10:00am - 11:00am
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

At Schoeneck Park, 140 W.

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. 

Knitting Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Welcome all knitters, crocheters, loom knitters, cross stitchers, felters, spinners, and embroiderers—anyone who transforms fiber into amazing creations is invited to attend our bimonthly Knitting Club.

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.

Ryan "The Bug Man" Bridge

10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 94
Event Details:

Let’s Take an Insect Adventure!

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. 

Toddler Time with Stay and Play

10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Community
Cancelled
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Hello, and welcome all between the all ages 0-48months(4-year-olds)! This is a time your child/kiddo to bond with you, new friends, learn to share, and listen to a short story. The basics of this program is play.

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

Photo Consent

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

Parachute Play

10:15am - 10:45am
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Registration will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, May 22nd for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Friday, May 24th for residents of other municipalities.

LEGO Block Party

10:30am - 11:30am
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Kids ages 5+ are invited to join us each month for our Lego Block Party! We’ll have suggested challenges or use your imagination and creativity to build your own design.

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.

Friday Travels at the Library

10:30am - 12:30pm
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us every Friday morning this summer for an adventure featuring crafts, games, and activities.  

Collect all nine stamps to add to your travel journal!

Recommended ages: 5-12

Drop-ins welcome!

Lancaster Conservancy Water Program

11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join Lancaster Conservancy to celebrate the 1,400 miles of streams and rivers in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania during Water Week!

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. 

Ready, Set, Go! Kindergarten Readiness

11:00am - 12:00pm
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This program is focused on developing skills to prepare children who will be entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2024. Children will attend this program independently.

Sit & Knit

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you knit or crochet? Bring your latest project and join your fellow crafters on the comfy chairs in front of the fireplace. Drop-in to work on your craft, get inspired, trade tips, and chat in a comfortable, relaxed setting.

Community Blood Drive

11:30am - 4:30pm
Ephrata
Offsite Event
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Community Commons Front Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Community Blood Drive. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter “Ephrata Library” to schedule an appointment.

Dramatic Play Fridays

12:00pm - 3:45pm
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop in program. No registration required. Children can take on the role of veterinarians, postal workers, chefs, and more!

Survive Outside

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to survive your outdoor adventures?