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Children's Library Closed for Renovations. Children's books & audiobooks are available for checkout on the first floor. Storytimes & other programs continue as scheduled.

All Day 1/8 - 5/20
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Children's Play Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Our Children’s Library is undergoing a remodel starting in January of 2024. This will include updated paint, furnishings, carpet, the creation of a new early learning room, and more.

Mahjong Club: Evening Edition

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Matching tiles has never been this much fun! Learn and play American Mahjong right here at the library. Ages 18+.

Family Game Night: UNO™ Party!

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ephrata
Registration Closed
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children, Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Children and their parents are invited to come out and join us in playing the fun, classic game of UNO™! Since a party wouldn’t be complete without snacks, popcorn will also be provided! Adults and children ages 7-11.

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.

Spring Book Sale

9:00am - 7:00pm
Manheim Community
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Fundraiser
Event Details:

Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, audio books, videos, and puzzles will be available for purchase.

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. 

Connect with a Social Worker

9:30am - 12:00pm
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! To make an appointment, call Emelia at 717-336-7797 option 1 or email her at Emelia@reallcs.org.

SDOL Staycation

9:30am - 12:30pm
Bookmobile
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children, Adults
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for students and staff at the School District of Lancaster

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.

Toddler Time with Stay and Play

10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Hello, and welcome all between the all ages 0-48months(4-year-olds)! This is a time your child/kiddo to bond with you, new friends, learn to share, and listen to a short story. The basics of this program is play.

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens

Photo Consent

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

Parachute Play

11:00am - 11:30am
Manheim Township
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Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registration will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, April 24th for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Friday, April 25th for residents of other municipalities.

Wee Build Free Play

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

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!

Technology Help

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Could you use some help with your mobile devices? Or maybe you want to learn Word or apply for a job online? Come to the library!

Mid Day Matinee

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Movie & Film
Event Details:

Join us for this month’s film. We’ll offer new-to-video releases as well as classic titles. Light snack is provided. Movies may be rated PG-13. 

The movie for this month is "Ordinary Angels."

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.

Fun Fort Friday

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Milanof-Schock
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Build a blanket fort at the Library?? YES!!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Spring Plant Sale

8:00am - 4:00pm
Moores Memorial
Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Fundraiser
Event Details:

The friends of the Moores Memorial library is having their annual spring plant sale featuring hanging baskets, geraniums & planters. 
Half chickens will be available at 10a

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

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

Baby Mania

9:00am - 9:30am
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

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.

Spring Book Sale

9:00am - 12:00pm
Manheim Community
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Fundraiser
Event Details:

Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, audio books, videos, and puzzles will be available for purchase.

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. 

Plant Exchange

9:30am - 11:00am
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Outdoors
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for a plant exchange where both indoor and outdoor plants are welcomed!  Drop off your plants at our courtyard from 9:30-10am, and you'll receive a coupon for each plant contributed.  Return from 10-11am to redeem your coupons fo

Paws 2 Read

10:00am - 10:15am
Lititz
Registration Closed
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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. 

Family Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Adults
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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

Dungeons & Dragons

10:00am - 2:00pm
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

Paws 2 Read

10:15am - 10:30am
Lititz
Registration Open
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. 

Paws 2 Read

10:30am - 10:45am
Lititz
Registration Open
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. 

Read-a-Loud with Basil

10:30am - 10:45am
Mountville Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Children will build reading confidence with the help of Basil, a loving KPETs therapy dog.

Register your 1st-4th grader for a 15-minute reading timeslot and watch their love of reading (and dogs!) grow.

Registration is

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.