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LGBTQIA+ Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Community, Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

A book club focused on both fiction and nonfiction works that are centered around LGBTQIA+ lifestyles and people, ranging from classic memoirs and novels to modern science fiction and fantasy picks, with a goal to provide a wide range of authors,

The Extraordinary Gardener (A Longwood Gardens Community Read Program)

11:00am - 11:30am
Toddlers, Children
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, STEM, Storytime
Event Details:

Visit us for a special storytime read of The Extraordinary Gardener by Sam Boughton followed by an opportunity to plant your own seeds to take home with you! All ages welcome. 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.

Food Allergies

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

Special Needs

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

FREE Health Screenings

9:00am - 1:00pm
Everyone
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Lobby
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Visit with a team of nurses from PennState Health to receive health assessments like cholesterol screenings and blood pressure checks, as well as referrals to social services.

As part of our mission to connect people with information and

Adamstown Area Library Closed Until 3 PM

9:30am - 3:00pm
Adamstown
Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

Adamstown Area Library will be closed until 3 pm for Kindergarten Screening. The library will be open from 3-8 p.m.

Adamstown Area Library Closed Until 3 PM

9:30am - 3:00pm
Adamstown
Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

Adamstown Area Library will be closed until 3 pm for Kindergarten Screening. The library will be open from 3-8 p.m.

Adamstown Area Library Closed Until 4 PM

9:30am - 4:00pm
Adamstown
Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

Adamstown Area Library will be closed until 4 pm for Kindergarten Screening. The library will be open from 4-8 p.m.

Library Board Meeting

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

The monthly meetings of our Board of Trustees are open to the community! To view this month's agenda, click on the attachment on the right-hand side of this page.

Technology Tuesdays

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

On Tech Tuesdays, we teach a brief lesson on computer how-to, safety & security issues, or new trends in tech. The floor is open for you to ask questions, explore the topic, and discuss issues as a group. 

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.

Friends of the Library Meeting

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Fundraiser
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Library for their monthly meeting. All are welcome!

Teen Tuesday

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, STEM
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen on Tuesdays during the school year for crafts, games, snacks and more!

No registration required. Walk-ins welcome! For tweens and teens.

 

Teen Tuesday Spring 2025 Schedule

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

Construction Zone - OPEN PLAY

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Everyone
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Everyone
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!

Garden Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Welcome to our monthly, year-round club for gardening enthusiasts!

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.

Anime After School!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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. 

LGBTQIA+ Supportive Safe Space with Lititz Chooses Love

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Study Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Lititz Chooses Love is partnering with the Lancaster Public Library to provide a safe and supportive space for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families during drop-in office hours. 

During these informal office hours, an advisor from

Homeschool Curriculum and Book Swap

11:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Homeschooling families are invited to:

Dungeons & Dragons

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

The notice on the bounty board in the town center reads in hasty script: "ADVENTURERS NEEDED! Urgent mission, handsomely rewarded. "

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.

Silent Book Club at Our Town Brewery!

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Offsite Event
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Offsite Location
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Community
Event Details:

All the perks of a book club, but none of the stress!

Join us at Our Town Brewery this month for our meeting of the Silent Book Club, a program which gives you uninterrupted reading time and the c

Teen Tuesday

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Discussion, STEM
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen on Tuesdays during the school year for crafts, games, snacks and more!

No registration required. Walk-ins welcome! For tweens and teens.

 

Teen Tuesday Spring 2025 Schedule

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

Almost Perfect Crimes

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Adamstown
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Adamstown
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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!).

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.

Crafts and Conversation!

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Are you a crafter? Would you like to gather with like-minded individuals to spend relaxing time at our library making crafts 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.

Food Allergies

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

Construction Zone - OPEN PLAY

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Everyone
Mountville Branch
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Everyone
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!

Anime After School!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Community, Movie & Film
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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. 

Empowered Relief: Managing Chronic Pain

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

If chronic pain gets in the way of living life on your terms, we hope you will join Lancaster Public Library and certified instructors from Penn State Health for our upcoming program, “Empowered Relief: Managing Chronic Pain.”

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