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Toddler Thursday

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Toddlers will dance, zoom, scoot and hop between stories selected to promote language development. All adults are expected to participate and encourage the children to join in the fun. For ages 0-3 and siblings. 

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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.

Special Needs

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

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Family Story Time w/Miss Katelyn

10:30am–11:15am
Everyone
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Miss Katelyn for a fun story time of songs, stories, and a themed craft! 

April  2 - April Fools

April  9 - Foxes

April  16 - April Showers

April  23 - Earth Day

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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 "Toddlers" group

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:30am
Toddlers
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This crowd-pleasing program offers social interaction and builds a love of reading through engaging stories, fun songs, and more

Ages 1-2 · Siblings are always welcome

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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 "Toddlers" group

“The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time

11:00am–11:30am
Toddlers
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by an easy craft and free play. Every Thursday at 11 a.m. for toddlers with an adult. 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 "Toddlers" group

3 Week Little Parachute

11:30am–12:00pm
Toddlers
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

Each class is limited to 9 children ages 1 – 2, with a caregiver.  Registration is required.

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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

Book Babies PM Session

1:00pm–1:45pm
Babies
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Book Babies is 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) 

This event is in the "Children" group

Wild about Books: World Penguin Day!

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

This monthly program is designed to ignite young imaginations and foster a love for reading by connecting books with our animal friends. This month we will celebrate penguins in honor of World Penguin Day!

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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

3 Week Little Parachute

6:00pm–6:30pm
Toddlers
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

Each class is limited to 9 children ages 1 – 2, with a caregiver.  Registration is required.

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Photo Consent

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This event is in the "Babies" group

Baby Time - Spring Series

9:30am–10:15am
Babies
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Music, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come wiggle, giggle, and grow with Miss Esther! Join us for 30 minutes of musical magic and sweet stories designed especially for your littlest sprouts.

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. 

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

M is for Mindfulness Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will read stories, fly like butterflies, stand strong like trees, breathe like the ocean, and feel the peace within us.

Each session, we will pair yoga-inspired movements and simple mindfulness practices with books to engage body, heart

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. 

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

Parachute Play

10:15am–10:45am
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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 "Babies" group

Baby Time - Spring Series

10:30am–11:15am
Babies
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Music, STEM, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come wiggle, giggle, and grow with Miss Esther! Join us for 30 minutes of musical magic and sweet stories designed especially for your littlest sprouts.

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. 

This event is in the "Babies" group

Book Babies

9:00am–9:45am
Babies
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Book Babies is 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) 

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

Family Story Time

10:00am–10:30am
Toddlers, Children, Adults
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Adults
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring the whole family to the library for a delightful storytime experience! Perfect for children ages 0-12, this program features engaging stories, lively songs, and fun activities designed to spark a love of reading and learning.

This event is in the "Babies" group

Wiggle & Giggle Story Time

10:00am–10:30am
Babies
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This story time is especially for the very young. This 20-minute program encourages interacting with baby using songs, finger play, and age-appropriate props, like shakers, scarves, and instruments. Miss Alyssa will lead this class.

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

Canticuentos!

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

¡Miss Vivi presenta Canticuentos! 

Disfruten en familia de un tiempo especial celebrando la cultura hispana con cuentos, canciones y mucho más. 

Este programa se ofrece completamente en español.

This event is in the "Children" group

3 Week Parachute Play

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

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

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 "Babies" group

Tiny Tots Story Time

10:00am–10:45am
Babies
Columbia
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stories, bubbles, music, and play time for our library friends ages 12-24 months with their caregiver. 

Limit 12 toddlers. Registration required.

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. 

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 Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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 "Children" group

3 Week Parachute Play

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

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 "Babies" group

Wiggle & Giggle Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Babies
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This story time is especially for the very young. This 20-minute program encourages interacting with baby using songs, finger play, and age-appropriate props, like shakers, scarves, and instruments. Miss Alyssa will lead this class.

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 "Children" group

Cancelled - Ready, Set, Go! Kindergarten Readiness

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

This program is focused on developing skills to prepare children who will be entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2026.

This event is in the "Children" group

3 Week Parachute Play

11:30am–12:00pm
Children
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

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 "Children" group

Pajama Storytime

6:15pm–7:00pm
Children
Mountville Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Throw on your pajamas and head to the library to read stories, sing songs, and dance!

Ages 4-11 · Space is limited, registration is recommended