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

Mother's Day Sale

10:00am - 6:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fundraiser
Event Details:

The Friends of the Library are holding a Mother's Day sale in the library lobby! They'll have jewelry, a variety of gift items, and books, including local authors, history, art, coffee table books, and more.

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.
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 "Children" group.

Crafterday!

9:00am - 12:00pm
Children
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. 

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

Mother's Day Sale

10:00am - 2:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fundraiser
Event Details:

The Friends of the Library are holding a Mother's Day sale in the library lobby! They'll have jewelry, a variety of gift items, and books, including local authors, history, art, coffee table books, and more.

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.

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

Picture Books and Pup: Read Aloud with Pepper!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Everyone
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Community Room
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Did you know?  Research shows that therapy dogs help people to improve attention span, focus, & well-being and that reluctant readers enjoy and benefit from reading aloud to a pup.

This event is in the "Children" group.

LEGO® Activity Bag Pickup

All Day
Children
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

On the 1st Monday of each month there will be a new LEGO® packet for you to pick up, with instructions for a special project. 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Knitting club

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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 "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Music & Movement: Silly at the Symphony!

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

Readers’ Roundtable Book Discussion

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

All are invited to join the Readers' Roundtable for lively conversation and discussion. The book selection for May is Saints for All Occasions by J. Courtney Sullivan. 

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

Cooks & Books

6:15pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Board meeting

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Everyone
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Board Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Friends Book Sale

9:30am - 7:00pm
Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:

Whatever your favorite genre, you'll find something to love at the Friends Book Sale! $2 hardbacks, $1 trade paperbacks, 50 c paperbacks, plus kids books, puzzles, DVDs and audiobooks.

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.

Baby's First Storytime!

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies
Quarryville
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 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.

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 "Toddlers" group.

Toddler Time

10:15am - 10:45am
Toddlers
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

A time for Toddlers with their grown-up, dedicated to stories, discovery and exploring!  (18 months to 36 months, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

This event is in the "Children" group.

Backyard Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Lititz
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Patio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Meet together outdoors in the library's backyard! Backyard Storytimes are for the whole family, and last about 30 minutes. Bring a blanket or chairs for your family. 

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.

Preschool Storytime - Dinosaurs

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

Join us as we roar, stomp, and learn together through stories featuring some of our favorite prehistoric creatures!

For ages 4-6 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.