Upcoming Events

Notice: This program started July 18th and registration is full.

No registration is required but a responsible adult must be present with children at all times. Free building and imaginative play with kits of toys for children from 9 months to 7 years!

As the summer comes to an end, we return to the simplest form of competitive games: racing. Join the library for our final gaming event of the summer as we host a Mario Kart Tournament.

Phredd’s performance includes interaction, singing, hand-motions, and creative play. Phredd’s songs inspire imagination, creativity and positive encouragement.

Registration will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, July 24th for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Friday, July 26th for residents of other municipalities.

Notice: This program started July 18th and registration is full.

Drop in program. No registration required. Children can take on the role of veterinarians, postal workers, chefs, and more!

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) Limit: 10 babies.

Saddle up and prepare to be amazed as Erick Hershey better known as the  Conjuring Cowboy Magician takes center stage in a wild west fusion of magic and entertainment like you've never seen before!

Join us for a Family Story Time! We’ll read books, sing songs, make a craft, and have fun!

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Build and play with the Library’s DUPLO bricks. Each family group must include a responsible adult.

Join us on our discovery patio for an hour of creativity and fun!

For all ages up to 3rd grade

Drop-in program. No registration is required but  a responsible adult must be present with children at all times

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) Limit: 10 babies.

Registration will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, July 31st for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Friday, August 2nd for residents of other municipalities.

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) Limit: 10 babies.

Drop-in program. No registration is required.

A time for family play! Gain "shopping" experience in our weekly play market!

Each family group must include a responsible adult. (Ages 3 and up)

The LEGO Block Party at the library is a fun and creative program where children ages 8-12 come together to build various creations using LEGO bricks.

Mystery Book Discussion Group 2024 Titles:

January 8 – Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Rayborn

Join us on our discovery patio for an hour of creativity and fun!

For all ages up to 3rd grade

Drop-in program. No registration is required but  a responsible adult must be present with children at all times

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.)

Story Time for the preschool set: stories, songs, and silly stuff!  Join us in the Lapp Story Silo in the Children's Room. (3 to 6 years, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Build and play with the Library’s DUPLO bricks.

All are welcome to join this lively group on the second Wednesday of the month. Call the library for more information and book availability at (717) 560-6441.

2024 Book Titles

Join us on our discovery patio for an hour of creativity and fun!

For all ages up to 3rd grade

Drop-in program. No registration is required but  a responsible adult must be present with children at all times