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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

Music and Movement

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: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Move and groove with Miss Gail!

Develop early literacy skills, with music, dancing, and fun.

We think preschoolers (ages 3-5) will enjoy this program the most, but older and younger siblings are invited to join in on the fun!

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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 "Everyone" group

Friends of Mountville Library Spring Book Sale

10:00am–6:00pm
Everyone
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Offsite Location
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Fundraiser
Event Details:

🗣 It's the Friends of the Mountville Library Spring Book Sale!

Sale Days:
Friday, March 20 | 10AM - 6PM
Saturday, March 21 | 9AM - 2PM

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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 "Everyone" group

Friends of Mountville Library Spring Book Sale

9:00am–2:00pm
Everyone
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Offsite Location
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Fundraiser
Event Details:

🗣 It's the Friends of the Mountville Library Spring Book Sale!

Sale Days:
Friday, March 20 | 10AM - 6PM
Saturday, March 21 | 9AM - 2PM

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

Spanish Language Family Meet-Up and Playgroup

11:00am–12:00pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

The library will provide the space and the toys. You provide the Spanish! 

This is your chance to meet other Spanish-speaking families in an informal setting.

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

Author Talk: Sent to War-Returning for Peace

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Join Retired Army Colonel Chuck Bechtel as he speaks about memories captured in his book, Sent to War-Returning for Peace: My Reconciliation with the Vietnam War

Colonel Bechtel will discuss the history of the Vietnam War,

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

Tear Soup: Exploring Grief

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Nancy Boyd, Hospice Chaplain and Bereavement Counselor at Caring Hospice Services, for this workshop on navigating grief. 

This innovative grief workshop, for individuals and families based on the book

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

Spring Play & Learn

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

Activities, playtime, and storytime for families with children ages 0-5.  

This is a bilingual Spanish and English program presented by CAP.

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

Pennie 101

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Event Details:

Too many Pennsylvanians go without access to health coverage and may not know what resources exist.

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

10:00am–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 library lobby every Tuesday between 10AM and 5PM. 

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

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

Community Hiring Event

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community + Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Career, Community
Event Details:

If you're looking for a new career, educational opportunities, or just some help with resumes and mock interviews, our Community Hiring Event will help you take the next step in your professional journey. 

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This event is in the "Babies" group

Baby Storytime

1:00pm–1:30pm
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 "Adults" group

Community Hiring Event

2:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Career, Community
Event Details:

If you're looking for a new career, educational opportunities, or just some help with resumes and mock interviews, our Community Hiring Event will help you take the next step in your professional journey. 

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This event is in the "Children" group

Builders Lab Deluxe

4:00pm–6:00pm
Children
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Extend your building time by 2 hours! 

Builder's Lab DELUXE will include more building and drafting materials, including items for older youth such as architectural sketching kits and wooden building planks.

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

LPL Builders Lab

6:00pm–6:45pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community, STEM
Event Details:

Families will have fun working together and creating masterworks from a variety of materials! 

In addition to LEGOs, we have large building materials such as Duplos, cardboard bricks, large plastic building toys, an

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 "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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Fiber Arts Group

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Event Details:

All fiber arts (knitting, crocheting, embroidery, etc.) and artists are welcome at our group! Bring your current project and settle in for an afternoon of crafting and chatting.

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 "Everyone" group

Author Talk: Jeff Bogle's Street Cats & Where to Find Them

6:00pm–8:00pm
Everyone
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community + Board Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we welcome author and photographer Jeff Bogle with his new book,