This event is in the "Tweens" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Board Games for Tweens 4:30pm–5:30pm Tweens Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Board Games for Tweens 4:30pm–5:30pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Gaming Registration Required Event Details: Make your Monday less boring. Come play fun board games with your friends at the Library! Ages 10-12. Disclaimer(s) 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. No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Mahjong Club 12:30pm–2:30pm Adults, Seniors Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Mahjong Club 12:30pm–2:30pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Gaming Registration Required Event Details: Matching tiles has never been this much fun! Learn and play American Mahjong right here at the Library. All skill levels welcome. Ages 18+.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Club 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Club 3:30pm–5:00pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side Age Group: Teens Program Type: Gaming Registration Required Event Details: Join us for some relaxation and video games on our Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 13-18. Disclaimer(s) No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.
This event is in the "Tweens" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Art for Tweens 4:30pm–5:30pm Tweens Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Art for Tweens 4:30pm–5:30pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Come make some fun art projects. Things might get a little messy so please dress appropriately! Ages 10-12. Disclaimer(s) 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. No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Excel: Sorting and Filtering 5:30pm–7:00pm Adults, Seniors Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Excel: Sorting and Filtering 5:30pm–7:00pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: In this class we’ll be learning how to utilize the sort and filter features in Excel. Sorting and filtering give you quick ways to organize and view your data in a variety of ways. Disclaimer(s) 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. No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Read or Die: In-Person Book Discussion 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Read or Die: In-Person Book Discussion 6:00pm–7:00pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: To read is to live! We’ll be starting off the year with the mystery “The Woman in the Library” by Sulari Gentill. Ages 18+.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Winter Coding Quest 6:30pm–7:30pm Children Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Winter Coding Quest 6:30pm–7:30pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side Age Group: Children Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a fun, hands-on coding adventure! 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. No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.
This event is in the "Babies" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Baby Book Club 10:00am–11:00am Babies Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Babies" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Baby Book Club 10:00am–11:00am Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH Story Room Age Group: Babies Program Type: Book Club, Community, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: We will be teaching basic literacy skills to littles by introducing sign language, singing songs, reciting fun rhymes and reading seasonal stories. Each week will be a different winter 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. 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. No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 7 2026 Wed How to use a Keyboard & Mouse 11:00am–12:30pm Adults, Seniors Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 7 2026 Wed How to use a Keyboard & Mouse 11:00am–12:30pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: Learn the functions of a keyboard and mouse on a computer. We will be covering letter, number, symbol, and function keys. Practice with the directional arrows and control keys on the keyboard.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Pinochle Party 12:30pm–3:30pm Adults, Seniors Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Pinochle Party 12:30pm–3:30pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Gaming Registration Required Event Details: Meld, bid, marriage, trump? You’re speaking our language! Join us every for an afternoon of pinochle. This program runs until 3 p.m. Seniors.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Excel: Sorting and Filtering 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults, Seniors Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Excel: Sorting and Filtering 1:00pm–2:30pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: In this class we’ll be learning how to utilize the sort and filter features in Excel. Sorting and filtering give you quick ways to organize and view your data in a variety of ways. Disclaimer(s) 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. No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.
This event is in the "Tweens" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Card Games Rule! 4:30pm–5:00pm Tweens Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Card Games Rule! 4:30pm–5:00pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Gaming Registration Required Event Details: We will play classic cards games such as Go Fish, Crazy Eights and Rummy while learning basic card playing skills such as shuffling and dealing. Ages 10-12. Disclaimer(s) 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. No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 7 2026 Wed I Can Cook! 4:30pm–5:30pm Children Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 7 2026 Wed I Can Cook! 4:30pm–5:30pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness, STEM Registration Required Event Details: Everyone can cook! Young children, along with an adult, can join us at the Library to make simple but yummy recipes! Proper use of kitchen tools and simple cooking techniques will be introduced. Ages 6-9. 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. No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Interview Skills 5:30pm–7:00pm Adults, Seniors Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Interview Skills 5:30pm–7:00pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: Join us to learn or improve your interview skills to dazzle during your next job interview. This class will review basic dos and don’ts and provide time for mock interviews. 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. 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. No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Board Games for Adults 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults, Seniors Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Board Games for Adults 6:00pm–8:00pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Gaming Registration Required Event Details: Tired of the same old Wednesday evening routine? Here’s your chance to go from bored to BOARD! Come enjoy an evening of board games with your friends at the Library. Ages 18+. Disclaimer(s) 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. No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Mahjong at W Donuts 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Ephrata This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Mahjong at W Donuts 10:00am–12:00pm Ephrata Library: Ephrata Room: EPH Outside Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us at W Donuts in Akron for a morning of Mahjong—whether you’re an experienced player or just curious to learn! New to Mahjong?
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Homeschool Storytime 2:00pm–3:00pm Children Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Homeschool Storytime 2:00pm–3:00pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Come read, create and play at Homeschool Storytime! This interactive program is designed especially for homeschool families and includes a themed read-aloud, a hands-on craft and a fun activity. 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. No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Teen Cuisine 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Teen Cuisine 3:30pm–5:00pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side Age Group: Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Sauté, fry, mince, bake, fold, puree, sweat, knead: words to live by or dread? Either way, learn how to become the master of your kitchen with your friends at the library. Learn simple recipes that will delight at home. Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens 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. No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time. Special Needs Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.
This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Pokémon TCG Meetup 4:30pm–5:30pm Tweens, Teens Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Pokémon TCG Meetup 4:30pm–5:30pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Gaming Registration Required Event Details: Join us to play Pokémon TCG! Library supplies are limited so please make sure to bring your cards along if you have them. Ages 10-14. Disclaimer(s) 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. No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 8 2026 Thu How to use a Keyboard & Mouse 5:30pm–7:00pm Adults, Seniors Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 8 2026 Thu How to use a Keyboard & Mouse 5:30pm–7:00pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: Learn the functions of a keyboard and mouse on a computer. We will be covering letter, number, symbol, and function keys. Practice with the directional arrows and control keys on the keyboard.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Bilingual Story Time 6:00pm–7:00pm Toddlers, Children Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Bilingual Story Time 6:00pm–7:00pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side Age Group: Toddlers, Children Program Type: Community Registration Required Event Details: The Spanish Honor Society of Cocalico High School, along with their teacher, will be hosting Story Time in a mix of English and Spanish. We will listen to stories, make a craft and have a snack! Ages 3-8. 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 "Tweens" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Self Portraits for Tweens 1:00pm–2:00pm Tweens Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Self Portraits for Tweens 1:00pm–2:00pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Create art with us using yourself as inspiration! Ages 10-12. Disclaimer(s) 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. No Show If a registered patron does not show up for a program, they may be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of time.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Dungeons & Dragons Club for Adults 1:00pm–4:00pm Adults Ephrata Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Dungeons & Dragons Club for Adults 1:00pm–4:00pm Ephrata Registration Open Library: Ephrata Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gaming Registration Required Event Details: Dungeons and Dragons is a game of imagination, fun, chaos and story. Play as a character you create and let the Dungeon Master take you on a journey to a mystical land. Cast spells, talk to and befriend NPCs.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Program Team In-Service Week 10:00am–8:00pm Adults Ephrata This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Program Team In-Service Week 10:00am–8:00pm Ephrata Library: Ephrata Age Group: Adults Event Details: The Program Team will be hard at work this week with trainings & planning for our Summer Reading Program. All programs, with the exception of Workforce Development Information Literacy classes, will be suspended.
