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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 - 4/30
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. ...

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. Appointments av...

M is for Mindfulness Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
We will read stories, fly like butterflies, stand strong like trees, breathe like the ocean, and feel the peace within us. Each session, we will pair yoga-inspired movements and simple mindfulness practices with books to engage body, heart, and mi...

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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.

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. Bring your current project and chat with like-m...

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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.

Toddler Time with Stay and Play

10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
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. We do have a lot of toys, but we want...

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. 

Marietta Story Time with Miss Jan

10:30am - 11:15am
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Offsite Location
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Miss Jan is going to Marietta for a special story time at the old First National Bank building, 100 W. Market Street. She will read stories, sing a few songs, and will offer an age-appropriate craft. Visitors should enter through the front of the ...

Parachute Play

11:00am - 11:30am
Manheim Township
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Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Registration will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, April 3rd for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Friday, April 5th for residents of other municipalities. Join us for a cooperative movement program where we will use our imagina...

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. All ages and skill lev...

Wee Build Free Play

12:00pm - 4:00pm
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! This program is provided through a grant from the Office of...

Homeschool Pokemon Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:
Do your kids love Pokemon? Join other Pokemon fans to talk everything Pokemon. Kids may trade cards and have epic battles. This is a device free event, please leave screens at home. All ages welcome.   Registration will open at 9:00AM on...

Technology Help

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:
Could you use some help with your mobile devices? Or maybe you want to learn Word or apply for a job online? Come to the library! Library staff will provide free one-on-one technology training, assistance with online job applications, or help with yo...

Succulents with ShelNe

9:00am - 10:30am
Columbia
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Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Join us as we welcome Shelby Hilt, owner of Succulents by ShelNe, LLC for a class all about succulents. Participants will make their very own succulent plant that includes 4 - 3 inch unique beautiful succulents in a 6 inch shallow succulent bowl 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.

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.

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.

Photo Consent

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

Crafterday!

9:00am - 12:00pm
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Come enjoy a fun make-and-take craft from 9:00AM- 12:00PM! For children ages 4 to 11.  ...

Joyful Stitchers

9:15am - 12:45pm
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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Photo Consent

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

Bloom Blast Workshop: An LG Community Read event

10:00am - 11:15am
Strasburg-Heisler
Registration Closed
Registration
Payment
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:
Just in time for Mother's day!. A FUN program for mothers and their teen daughters. Learn the secret for creating large, colorful blooms using crepe paper. All materials will be supplied to build a beautiful bouquet! You will also have the chance ...

Chicken BBQ, Plant Sale & Book Sale

10:00am - 2:00pm
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:
Chicken BBQ: A donation of $10 includes BBQ half chicken, a bag of chips and a bottle of water. We will also have whoopie pies for sale on the day of the event. Advance tickets are available now! Stop by the library to purchase yours and ensu...

Earth Day Extravaganza

10:00am - 2:00pm
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Ewell Plaza
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:
Community members of all ages are invited to our FIRST EVER Earth Day Extravaganza to learn about environmental issues and solutions in a family-friendly atmosphere. The event will feature exhibits, presentations, storytimes, a plant swap, and ev...

Teen Board Gaming

10:00am - 2:00pm
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:
Open board game time for teens in the library! Bring your favorite board games to share with the group.  ...

Community Read along with “One School, One Book” program

10:30am - 12:00pm
Lititz
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:
The premise of the One School, One Book program is to get families involved with student reading. Programs that engage families in supporting their children’s learning at home are linked to higher student achievement. Benefits include higher grade po...

Surrendering of the Army: Lee and the Army of Northern Virginia

11:00am - 12:15pm
Columbia
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Formidable Foe: Having fear or respect for something or someone because that thing or person is large, powerful and/or difficult. That is exactly how the Army of the Potomac saw Lee and the Army of Northern Virginia, a formidable foe. On April 12,...

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. 

Plant Swap

11:00am - 1:00pm
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Patio
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
We all know there’s no such thing as too many plants! Spread the horticultural joy at our 2024 Plant Swap season on 3rd Saturdays! Meet, trade, and propagate with fellow houseplant enthusiasts on the library's front patio. Houseplants, perennials,...

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.

Duplo Free Play

11:00am - 3:00pm
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. ...