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Ectothermic Animal Adventures

11:00am - 12:00pm
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Presentation, STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Being a REPTILE is an adventure! These ectothermic animals are buried alive as babies, they grow up as orphans, and they learn how to survive without teachers or parents!

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. 

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Duplo Free Play

11:00am - 3:00pm
Toddlers, Children
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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Paws 2 Read

11:15am - 11:30am
Children
Lititz
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Bring your favorite book and practice your reading aloud skills to therapy-trained dogs.

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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. 

This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Thanksgiving Celebration: Children's Fall Program

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

We will be reading books about the Thanksgiving holiday, learning what different ways we can celebrate it and playing pretend feast. We will be making arts and crafts, listening to songs and playing games.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

We are ready to roll up some fun with a new Dungeons & Dragons program 🐲

Miniature D&D dragon in the background

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Grissinger Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

The group has space for three more players. Contact Miss Jan if interested. jbetty@mslibrary.org or 717-653-1510.

Disclaimer(s)

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 "Babies" group.

Little Ducklings- Baby and Caregiver Class

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies
Strasburg-Heisler
Registration
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Babies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Little Ducklings-Baby and Caregiver Class for babies 3 months up to 1 year. 

Little Ducklings is a fun interactive program designed for parents or caregivers and their babies.

This event is in the "Babies" group.

Tiny Tales Story Time

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies
Columbia
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Stories, bubbles, music, and play time for our youngest library friends. Ages birth to age 2, with their caregiver.

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. 

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join Miss Esther for Monday story times! Registration is required. We want you in the loop if anything changes!

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.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Parachute Play

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

Join us for a cooperative movement program where we will use our imaginations while we play with a parachute! Stories and songs will be incorporated, while we move about and use our motor skills.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Market Monday

12:00pm - 6:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration is required.

A time for family play! Gain "shopping" experience in our weekly play market!

Each family group must include a responsible adult. (Ages 3 to 7 years old)

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Painting for Homeschoolers

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Learn about different types of painting and try them for yourself! Things might get a little messy so please dress appropriately. Ages 10-14.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Closely Knit

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We have time set aside every month for knitters to gather in the company of other knitters and work on projects. All skill levels are welcome, no need to register.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

3:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Dungeons and Dragons is a game of imagination, fun, chaos and story. Play as a character you create and let the Dungeon Master take you on a journey to a mystical land. Cast spells, talk to and befriend NPCs.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen LGBTQIA+ Book Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Be a part of our teen book club! 

This is a space for LGBTQIA+ teens and their allies to talk about their favorite books, learn about queer literature, get (and give) book recommendations, and meet others in the community.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Queer Safe Space with Lititz Chooses Love

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Study Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Lititz Chooses Love is partnering with the Lancaster Public Library to provide a safe and supportive space for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families during drop-in office hours. 

During these informal office hours, an advisor fro

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Blockheadz Club

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children, Tweens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Build, design and create with Lego® bricks, figures and accessories all supplied by the Library. Participate in various building challenges. The theme will be revealed when you arrive at the program. Ages 6-12.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Business Basics: Market Research and Library Databases

5:45pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Career
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

If you are running a successful company, thinking of growing your business, or just planning your first venture, this program is for YOU!

We will guide you through the free library-provided business databases that will allow you to pinp

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Cooking: Pterodactyl Dip

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Ephrata
Join Waitlist
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Do you have a plan for what to make for all those upcoming holiday parties? Jaden from Isaac’s Deli is back to teach us how to make their amazing Pterodactyl Dip, an exclusive, off-menu item. Ages 18+.

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

Bread Basics - Homemade Dinner Rolls

6:00pm - 7:15pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Columbia
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join Kayla and learn how to make homemade dinner rolls. The perfect addition to your Thanksgiving meal.

Cost is $10.00 to cover supplies.

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

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.

Light-Up Gnomes - Make-It Monday

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
Join Waitlist
Registration
Library: Milanof-Schock
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us to make a decorative light-up gnome.  Supplies will be provided, simply bring your creativity!

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Evening Storytime with Mr. Ben

6:15pm - 6:45pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive evening storytime every Monday night in the Silo! We will read wonderful stories, sing amazing songs, and use our trusty parachute to create a fun interactive experience!

This event is in the "Babies" group.

Baby's First Storytime!

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies
Quarryville
Join Waitlist
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for a special time just for babies as we sing and share stories, rhymes and finger plays with our grown-ups! This program is adapted from M.

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.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join Miss Esther for Tuesday story times! Registration is required. We want you in the loop if anything changes!

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.