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Fanzine Workshop

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join Lancaster Zine Fest and talented local zinesters for a zine workshop focusing on fanzines! 

Fanzines have a long history of creation by fans of science fiction and fantasy writing, comic books, popular music, or other specialize

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

Lego Lab

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Community, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Welcome to our new Lego Program! This program will be a structured challenge for your child to learn and grow with peers that understand their desire for design and creativity. They will be given a myriad of challenges each week to complete.

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

Kindle Users 2.0

6:00pm - 7:30pm
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:

Attention all Kindle lovers! Come join us at Kindle Users 2.0 to meet other Kindle users, share your love of Kindle and get the tech support you need. This group is specifically designed for Kindle Fire users.

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 "Tweens" group.

Tween Book Club in a Bag

All Day
Tweens
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Pick up your Tween Book Club in a Bag at the library while supplies last. This month's book is Survival Tails World War II. Bag includes book, craft, activities, bookmark, snacks, and a laminated poster.   

 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Connect with a Social Worker

9:30am - 12:00pm
Everyone
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!

Fridays by appointment from 9:30-10:30 a.m. or drop-in from 10:30 to 12 p.m.

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

M is for Mindfulness Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Toddlers, Children
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: 19
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, hear

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. 

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 "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.

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 "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 "Children" group.

Paws 2 Read

10:00am - 10:15am
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.

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.
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.

Organize Your Home in 2025

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Strasburg-Heisler
Registration
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Room: SBG Thompson Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Will 2025 be the year you finally get organized? Mara Pritchard, professional organizer and owner of The Beautiful Sort, thinks it will be! Mara is hosting an instructional seminar about how to organize your entire home.

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 "Children" group.

Paws 2 Read

10:15am - 10:30am
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.

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 "Children" group.

Paws 2 Read

10:30am - 10:45am
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.

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 "Children" group.

Paws 2 Read

10:45am - 11:00am
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.

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 "Children" group.

Paws 2 Read

11:00am - 11:15am
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.

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 "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.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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