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Mahjong Club

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
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 "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).

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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.

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This event is in the "Adults" group
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Coterie Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Coterie Book Club meets the third Tuesday of each month from 1pm-2pm

Coterie Book Group 2025-2026 Titles: 

September 16th: James by Percival Everett

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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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

THIS STOP IS CANCELLED ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 DUE TO THE SOLANCO FAIR! All materials will be due back on our next visit, Tuesday, October 21.

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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.

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This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Typing for Homeschoolers

1:00pm–2:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come practice basic typing skills! We will be going slowly and introducing only a few letters at a time. We'll even do some fun typing challenges! We ask that all participants have basic reading and spelling skill to attend.

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

Blanketeers

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

The Blanketeers meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. They get together to socialize and create blankets of various kinds for Project Linus.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Gamers Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
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 "Everyone" group
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

This stop is open to the public.

At this stop, patrons can register for a library card, return and check out materials, as well as request holds for future stops.

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.

This event is in the "Tweens" group

Tea and Crafts for Tweens

4:30pm–5:30pm
Tweens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come hang out, drink some tea and make a cute craft! 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 "Babies" group

Little Steps

6:00pm–6:30pm
Babies
Lititz
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 24 months with a caregiver

Storytime will last 30 minutes and will include songs, stories, nursery rhymes and playtime.

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.

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

Yoga at the Library!

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this 6 week yoga session with local practitioner Kelly Osborne! All levels welcome. Please bring a yoga mat or bath towel, a hand towel, and water bottle.

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

Almost Perfect Crimes

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Adamstown
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Miss Jess as we discover together “Whodunit!” Upon registration, you will receive the Zoom link. The Mini Murder Mystery Story for each month is attached to this event page (or will be attached soon!).

This event is in the "Children" group

Warm Fuzzies & Hot Cocoa

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come have a cup of hot cocoa while cozying up with your favorite blanket around our flashlight “fire.” Let’s chill out with stories of warmth, kindness and personal triumphs.

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

Jane Austen Society of Lancaster County

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Presentation
Event Details:

Come sip tea and discuss all things Austen. No registration needed. 

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Young at Heart

9:00am–11:00am
Seniors
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

REAL Life Community Services invites you to Young at Heart, with free events for anyone age 60 and up. Join us at the library for coffee, chatting, games, crafts, and more on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month.

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

Fairmount Homes - 333 Wheat Ridge Dr. Ephrata, PA 17522

9:15am–9:45am
Adults, Seniors
Bookmobile
Library: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This stop is ONLY for seniors and staff at Fairmount Homes. 

The Bookmobile first stops at Crest View to drop off holds and pick up returns, and then goes over to the main office for the deposit holds and returns. 

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.

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

Little Steps

9:30am–10:00am
Babies
Lititz
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 24 months with a caregiver

Storytime will last 30 minutes and will include songs, stories, nursery rhymes and playtime.

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.

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

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Lititz
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3 - 5 years, independent of a caregiver (Child must be 3 by January 1, 2026.)

Storytime will last 30 minutes and will include songs, stories, nursery rhymes and playtime.

This 11 week session will run January 14 - March 25.

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.

Photo Consent

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This event is in the "Children" group

Wiggles and Giggles Ages 18 months up to Age 4

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

This Program is for Children ages 18 months up to age 4 with a caregiver 

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

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Toddlers, Children
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Registration is not required. 

 

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

Domestic Violence Services Q&A Table

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

If you are a victim of domestic violence, hope and help is out there! 

Talk to Domestic Violence Services team members from Community Action Partnership to learn about the resources they offer, including crisis intervention, safety pl

This event is in the "Toddlers" group

Toddler Time

10:15am–10:45am
Toddlers
Manheim Township
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.)

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

Preschool Pals Story Time

10:15am–11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Columbia
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we read a fun penguin story, complete a craft, and enjoy play time together.

Doors open at 10:15am for play time with our story beginning at 10:30am.

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

Little Steps

10:30am–11:00am
Babies
Lititz
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 24 months with a caregiver

Storytime will last 30 minutes and will include songs, stories, nursery rhymes and playtime.

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.

Photo Consent

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