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Family Place (Birth-3yo)

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Toddlers
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come play with us at Quarryville Library for our certified Family Place program! Two programs each week, differentiated by child’s age.

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 "Adults" group

Ephrata Area Social Services @ AAL

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Ephrata Area Social Services (EASS) will be onsite at the library every 4th Wednesday of the month from 10 AM–12 PM to answer questions about their free programs, including food insecurity support, case management, transitional housing, and transp

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

Morning Mahjong

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

🀄️✨Join us for a morning of strategy, skill, and socializing! 🀄️✨

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

Baby Book Club

10:30am–11:15am
Babies
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Introduce literacy and learning to your little one with a community in the Library! We will occasionally make messy art, including sensory experiences that are always optional.

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.

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

Play & Learn (3 - 5 Years)

11:00am–12:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Health & Wellness, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

We pause our family storytimes for this five week Play and Learn program tailored to children who are approaching kindergarten age.

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

Fiber Arts Group

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

All fiber arts (knitting, crocheting, embroidery, etc.) and artists are welcome at our group! Bring your current project and settle in for an afternoon of crafting and chatting.

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

Kids Read Tales to Tailwaggers

4:00pm–4:30pm
Children, Tweens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

KPET registered dogs and their handlers will be in the Library ready to listen as children read to them. Kids may choose their favorite book to read from the Library or bring their own.

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

Construction Zone - OPEN PLAY

4:00pm–6:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Drop by the library to construct a building, create a gadget, operate a robot, and more! 

We will provide a variety of supplies to take you where your imagination leads.

All ages! Walk-ins welcome!

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

Kids Read Tales to Tailwaggers

4:30pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens
Ephrata
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

KPET registered dogs and their handlers will be in the Library ready to listen as children read to them. Kids may choose their favorite book to read from the Library or bring their own.

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 "Everyone" group

MTPLF Board Meeting

5:30pm–6:30pm
Everyone
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Discussion
Event Details:

Manheim Township Public Library Foundation Board Meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group

Swing Into Spring Swing Dance Class

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to add a little bounce to your step this season? Grab a partner and join library staff member Jazmynn and her husband, Harrison — a former Arthur Murray dance instructor — for a lively introduction to swing dance!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Author Talk: Jeff Bogle's Street Cats & Where to Find Them

6:00pm–8:00pm
Everyone
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community + Board Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we welcome author and photographer Jeff Bogle with his new book, 

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Sensory Social

10:00am–2:00pm
Adults
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Event Details:

Looking for a place to relax, tinker, and meet new people? The Sensory Social is a low-stress hangout for neurodivergent adults. We’ve gathered a variety of tactile and creative stations for you to explore at your own pace.

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

Medicare Review with Office of Aging PA-MEDI

10:00am–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Study Room #119
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Understanding Medicare can be difficult. PA-MEDI is here to help! 

We provide free, unbiased help to Medicare beneficiaries in Pennsylvania. We can assist individuals with:

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

Anime After School!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Anime After School!

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

Adult Crafting

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us once a month for various crafts for adults. Vicki and Connie will take turns leading the program each month.

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

LEGO Creation Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Everyone
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: Community, STEM
Event Details:

Once a month we will build themed creations out of LEGO bricks that will be displayed in the library. No registration required. 

Recommended for ages 8+ and siblings. No registration 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.

Special Needs

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

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

Flight School: The FAA, Pilot Safety, and the History of Air Traffic Controllers

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Air traffic control ensures safe and efficient aircraft movement through coordinated systems, skilled controllers, and advanced technology. 

This lecture will explore the job of an air traffic controller, the FAA itself, pilot safety

This event is in the "Adults" group

Life Skills for Success

9:00am–11:00am
Adults
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Join experts from Lancaster County Courts for semiweekly classes focused on basic life skills like computer usage, resume building, job searching, math, reading, and writing. 

Take your life in a new direction while working at the lib

This event is in the "Babies" group

Baby Time - Winter Series

10:00am–10:45am
Babies
Manheim Community
Full
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Community, Music, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Visit Miss Esther for a time of songs, stories, and fun! We will meet for 30 minutes in the large meeting room across from the circulation desk. This program is created for children ages 6 months - 24 months.

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
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
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This event is in the "Adults" group
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Local Authors Fair

10:00am–3:00pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Manheim Community
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Business & Career, Community, Discussion, Health & Wellness, Presentation, Storytime
Event Details:

Come meet our local community Authors! 

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

Read-a-Loud with Raven

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Mountville Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

Blue background, in the foreground repeating pattern of dogs and books

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

Basics of Starting a New Garden

11:00am–12:00pm
Everyone
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's get growing!

Targeted especially for beginning gardeners, this presentation covers essential questions to answer in order to have a better chance at creating a successful garden vegetable or ornamental.

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

Spanish Language Family Meet-Up and Playgroup

11:00am–12:00pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

The library will provide the space and the toys. You provide the Spanish! 

This is your chance to meet other Spanish-speaking families in an informal setting.