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Anime After School!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School!

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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.

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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 "Children" group

Hanukkah, A Holiday of Lights!

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights! 

Miss Lauren from PJ Library will provide stories, activities, games, crafts and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Write Now Lancaster

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Write Now Lancaster is for anyone who is writing with the goal of having their work seen by a public audience. 

We are not a critique group, we are a writing group, kind of like an adult study hall with potluck food and soft drinks.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Life Skills for Success

9:00am–11:00am
Adults
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Join experts from Lancaster County Courts for semiweekly classes focused on basic life skills like computer usage, resume building, job searching, math, reading, and writing. 

Take your life in a new direction while working at the lib

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 Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime
Registration Required
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, heart

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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 "Tweens" group

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Birthday Party!

10:00am–11:00am
Tweens
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

Don't be a PARTY POOPER or have a MELTDOWN!

It's a NO-BRAINER to make the LONG HAUL to the library for our Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party! 

There will be activities, crafts, and snacks to celebrate all 20 Wimpy Kid books.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Jingle Books

10:00am–1:00pm
Everyone
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community + Board Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Visit with a group of local authors and gain insight into creative writing and book publishing! 

Multiple authors will discuss their process for writing and how they found publishers for their novels.

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 Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Roll up some fun with our Dungeons & Dragons program 🐲

Miniature D&D dragon in the background

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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 "Adults" group

Life Skills for Success

9:00am–11:00am
Adults
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Join experts from Lancaster County Courts for semiweekly classes focused on basic life skills like computer usage, resume building, job searching, math, reading, and writing. 

Take your life in a new direction while working at the lib

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

Silent Book Club at Our Town Brewery!

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Offsite Event
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Offsite Location
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Community
Event Details:

All the perks of a book club, but none of the stress!

Join us at Our Town Brewery this month for our meeting of the Silent Book Club, a program which gives you uninterrupted reading time and the c

This event is in the "Children" group

Pajama Storytime

6:15pm–7:00pm
Children
Mountville Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Throw on your pajamas and head to the library to read stories, sing songs, and dance!

Ages 4-11 · Space is limited, registration is recommended

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

CareerLink Q&A Table

9:00am–5:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Lobby
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Get help with your job search by visiting the CareerLink table in the lobby every Tuesday between 9AM and 5PM. 

A CareerLink representative will be on site to help patrons with their career and job search needs, inc

This event is in the "Babies" group

Baby Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Babies
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join Miss Shannon for a half hour of fun created for our youngest patrons!

Ages 0-11 months · Walk-ins welcome!

Older siblings are definitely welcome (though please bring a doll or teddy bear so they can participate).

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 "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success. Featuring stories, crafts, and more!

Walk-ins are welcome! 

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 "Adults" group

Domestic Violence Services Q&A Table

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

If you are a victim of domestic violence, hope and help is out there! 

Talk to Domestic Violence Services team members from Community Action Partnership to learn about the resources they offer, including crisis intervention, safety pl

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Miss Rachel for stories, songs, and a craft and share the joy of reading with your little ones!

Enjoy time with your child while building a foundation for reading success.

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 "Toddlers" group

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:30am
Toddlers
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Storytime Corner
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Music, Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Toddlers ages 12-36 months and their caregivers are invited to the Mountville Branch for Toddler Time!

Have fun with friends, stories, and music while building a foundation for early learning and literacy. 

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 "Adults" group

Lunch Time Junk Journaling

11:30am–1:00pm
Adults
Mountville Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pack your lunch, grab a journal*, and meet us at the library for junk journaling. 

It is a creative way to make a journal using recycled and found materials, and to record your thoughts, ideas, and memories.

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

Construction Zone - OPEN PLAY

4:00pm–6:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Drop by the library to construct a building, create a gadget, operate a robot, and more! 

We will provide a variety of supplies to take you where your imagination leads.

All ages! Walk-ins welcome!

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

Pajama Storytime

6:30pm–7:30pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at the library for Pajama Storytime.

Miss Shannon has picked stories, songs, and dances to help us get the wiggles and giggles out before bedtime!

All ages welcome with a parent/caregiver.

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

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:30am
Toddlers
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Ages 1-2 · Siblings are always welcome

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

Job Search Q&A Table

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Lobby
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Job seekers can also stop by the lobby on Thursdays from 1 to 3PM to meet with a community volunteer, who will help them fine tune their resume, navigate Indeed, and learn strategies for finding and applying for available jobs.