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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 "Everyone" group.

Winter Book Sale

10:00am - 4:00pm
Everyone
Ephrata
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Homeschool Pokemon Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Tweens
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center AB
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Do your kids love Pokemon? Join other Pokemon fans to talk everything Pokemon. This is a device free event, please leave screens at home. All ages welcome.  

Kids may trade cards and have epic battles.

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

Technology Help

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Anime Club

4:00pm - 5:45pm
Adults
Quarryville
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

New for 2024! As our teens have mostly aged out of the Teen Anime Club, we're rebranding it as an adult program. Teens may still attend with an adult permission (in writing). Anime for all audiences will continue to be 13+ rated.

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.

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 "Babies" group.

Book Babies

9:00am - 9:30am
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 "Everyone" group.

Winter Book Sale

9:00am - 4:00pm
Everyone
Ephrata
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Family Story Time

10:00am - 10:30am
Toddlers, Children, Adults
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Adults
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Bring the whole family to the library for a delightful storytime experience! Perfect for children ages 0-12, this program features engaging stories, lively songs, and fun activities designed to spark a love of reading and learning.

This event is in the "Babies" group.

Baby's First Storytime!

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Join us for a special weekend session 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)

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join the quest in our bi-monthly Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game!

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.

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.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens/YA

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

All skill levels are welcome! Join our new D&D group for Teens and Young Adults on 2nd Saturdays. We will meet in the event room in the library from 12- the session ends which will typically be before 4pm.

 

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 "Children" group.

American Girl Bag Pickup

All Day
Children
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

On the 2nd Monday of each month there will be a new American Girl packet to pick up, filled with fun for you and your doll. Starting that day, you can pick up a kit in the library foyer while supplies last. 1 per family please.

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

Winter Book Sale Tear Down

9:00am - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Fundraiser
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

We're looking for volunteers to help us with our Winter Book Sale! If interested in helping with tear down, please register or reach out to Laura Eaton. Thank you!

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Toddlers
Lititz
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Ages 2 - 3 years with a caregiver (Child must be 2 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 27 - April 7.

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 "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.

Toddler Storytime

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

Ages 2 - 3 years with a caregiver (Child must be 2 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 27 - April 7.

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

Music & Movement: Musical Opposites!

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

Sing, dance, chant, listen to music, move, and play instruments, while exploring the patterns and sounds that make up our language. 

Each month, we'll focus on a different theme:

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.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Story Time

11:00am - 11:45am
Toddlers
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Preschoolers are invited to this story time that integrates songs and concept-enriched fingerplays. Early literacy skills, including letter and sound introduction, are included in each story time.

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.

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 "Children" group.

Preschool Storytime

11:30am - 12:00pm
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 27 - April 7.

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 "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:

Step into the world of imagination with Market Monday, a hands-on, pretend-play experience at the library!

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

Critical Life Skills: Phone Etiquette

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

We are exploring critical life skills we need as we grow into our adult lives. We’ll be practicing making and cancelling appointments, phone etiquette and getting comfortable handling ourselves on the phone. Ages: 12-18.

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.

Special Needs

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