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Teen Murder Mystery

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

You are enjoying a party when a body is discovered. Murder! The killer is in the room with you. Play a key role in a murder mystery and see if you can figure out who the killer is…before you’re next! Dinner will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Trick or Treat at the Library!

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Children, Tweens
Ephrata
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Stop by the library between 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. to show off your costume and Trick or Treat! 

Parents: Please enter on the State Street side of the library. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Reading with Sasha

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Small
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Sasha is a yellow lab and a certified therapy dog with the KPETs who helps children who struggle with reading.

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.

Sweets for the Mind

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Columbia
Library: Columbia
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Children stop by the front steps of the library during Trick or Treat on Thursday, October 31 and receive a free book!

6:00pm - 8:00pm

While supplies last! 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Trick or Treat Night

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Trick or Treat Night in Adamstown is Thursday, October 31 from 6-8 p.m. Stop by the library in your costume for a special Halloween Surprise! For families.  

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Some Locations
Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Friday, November 1 for a professional development day for the staff. The buildings will reopen on Saturday, November 2.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Connect with a Social Worker

9:30am - 11:30am
Everyone
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!

Fridays by appointment from 9:30-10:30 a.m. or drop-in from 10:30 to 12 p.m.

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

Knitting Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Registration Closed
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Welcome all knitters, crocheters, loom knitters, cross stitchers, felters, spinners, and embroiderers—anyone who transforms fiber into amazing creations is invited to attend our bimonthly Knitting Club.

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.

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

Toddler Time

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

Welcome to Manheim Community Library's Toddler Time program. This program occurs Friday, weekly, unless there is a holiday, unforeseen closing, or staffing is too low.

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. 

Special Needs

Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.

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

Duplo Block Free-Play for ages 2+ with a Caregiver

10:00am - 11:30am
Toddlers, Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Come build, play, and use your imagination! Ages 2 and up with a caregiver.

No registration Required!

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

Parachute Play

10:15am - 10:45am
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Registration Closed
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for a cooperative movement program where we will use our imaginations while we play with a parachute! Stories and songs will be incorporated, while we move about and use our motor skills.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Sit & Knit

11:00am - 12:30pm
Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you knit or crochet? Bring your latest project and join your fellow crafters on the comfy chairs in front of the fireplace. Drop-in to work on your craft, get inspired, trade tips, and chat in a comfortable, relaxed setting.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Medicare Open Enrollment (Lancaster Office of Aging)

11:00am - 3:00pm
Seniors
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Medicare Annual Open Enrollment Appointments  at Quarryville Library

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.

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

Dramatic Play Fridays

12:00pm - 3:45pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

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

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

Technology Help

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Anime Club

4:00pm - 5:45pm
Adults
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

New for 2024! As our teens have mostly aged out of the Teen Anime Club, we're rebranding it as an adult program. Teens may still attend with an adult permission (in writing). Anime for all audiences will continue to be 13+ rated.

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Speechcraft Workshop, presented by Toastmasters

9:00am - 10:30am
Adults
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Career, Discussion
Event Details:

Conestoga Toastmasters presents a 4-week Speechcraft Workshop where attendees will learn how to overcome their fear of public speaking, effectively prepare and deliver a speech, and improve upon active listening skills as evaluators.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Crafterday!

9:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come enjoy a fun make-and-take craft from 9:00AM- 12:00PM! For children ages 4 to 11. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Move & Groove with Miss Alyssa

10:00am - 11:15am
Children
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Join Miss Alyssa for music, dancing, and a lot of fun! Added songs and stories to help develop early literacy skills. Learning can be fun!

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 "Everyone" group.

3rd Annual Local Author Expo

10:00am - 12:00pm
Everyone
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Age Group: Everyone
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Music & Movement

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies, Toddlers
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Sing, dance, chant, listen to music, move, and play instruments, while exploring the patterns and sounds that make up our language.

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.

Reading with Wrestlers!

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community, Presentation, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

We are thrilled to present a special program featuring WWE/Lucha Libre wrestlers from Three Legacies Wrestling!

English language flyer

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chess Club

11:00am - 2:00pm
Adults
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:

Come join our Chess Club for adults and older teens (16+).  All levels welcome, we have a coach available to help you learn.

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.