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“Twinkling Stars” Baby Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Simple stories, rhymes, puppets, songs, and fingerplays. Every Thursday at 10 a.m. for babies with an adult. Registration is not 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.

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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.

Book Babies AM Session

10:15am - 10:45am
Babies
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Formerly known as Baby Mania, this is 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) 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Lititz
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Ages 3 - 5 years, independent of a caregiver (Child must be 3 by January 1, 2025.)

Storytime will last 30 minutes and will include songs, stories, nursery rhymes and playtime.

This 11 week session will run January 30 - April 10.

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

Toddler Thursday - Cats and Dogs

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Woof! Meow! This month we will read some of our favorite books featuring our furry friends!


For ages 0-3 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.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Family Story Time

10:30am - 11:15am
Everyone
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 71
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. January 8/9, 22/23, 29/30

Miss Alyssa will lead story time January 15/16, offering stories songs, and a craft.

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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 "Toddlers" group.

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Toddlers
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 and their caregivers are invited to the library for Toddler Time!

This crowd-pleasing program offers social interaction and builds a love of reading through engaging stories, fun songs, and more ✨

Ages 1-2 · Siblings a

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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. 

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

“The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:30am
Toddlers
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. 

This event is in the "Babies" group.

Book Babies PM Session

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Babies
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Formerly known as Baby Mania, is 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)

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

Excel: 3D Formulas

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Are you trying to create a formula that references cells across multiple sheets within an Excel Workbook?

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

Knitting and Crocheting Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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.

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

BYOB Book Club - closed to new members

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
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

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

Wee Build Free Play

2:00pm - 3:45pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Let your child’s imagination soar in this hands-on free play program! Designed for kids ages 2-7, this engaging session provides a creative and interactive environment where children can explore, build, and learn through play.

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

Anime After School!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
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. 

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Diamond Painting for Tweens

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Tweens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Using tiny gems, we are going to create our own diamond painting coasters! Designs are premade. Please note that diamond painting can be a bit tedious, so please come ready for a chill time. Ages 10-12.

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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Let's Talk about Falls

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Mountville Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

One in four older adults will fall this year, resulting in over 3 million emergency room visits. A great portion of these falls can be prevented with targeted prevention.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Reading with Sasha

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Small
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Sasha is a yellow lab and a certified therapy dog with the KPETs who helps children who struggle with reading.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Concert: Ragtime Willi Band

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Everyone
Lititz
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

The band plays a mix of folk songs, bluegrass tunes, rock classics played acoustically, and originals, all in a style they call funky folk music. 

 

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

Toddler Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies, Toddlers
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Welcome to Manheim Community Library's Toddler Time program. This program occurs Friday, weekly, unless there is a holiday, unforeseen closing, or staffing is too low.

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. 

Special Needs

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Duplo Block Free-Play for ages 2+ with a Caregiver

10:00am - 11:30am
Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Come use your imagination, build and play! No registration required. 

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

Knitting Club

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults, Seniors
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.

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

Literary Travelers Book Club

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
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.

Dramatic Play Fridays

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

Join us for a fun-filled adventure at the library! Children ages 2–7 are invited to explore their creativity and imagination through hands-on pretend play. This free program offers three exciting stations:

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dr. Robert Frick - Heroes of Early Flight!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 37
Event Details:

Please register each person in your group who will be attending. This is a six-week session. Registration for the first session will enroll you in all remaining weeks. Do not unregister if you are only missing a week or so!

Dr.

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.