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Adamstown
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Adamstown
Description:
Adamstown Area Library will be closed on July 4th ...

Library CLOSED - July 4th

All Day
Columbia
Closing
Branches:
Columbia
Description:
We are closed in observance of the July 4th Holiday.  Please visit our website: https://columbiapubliclibrary.org for information on upcoming programs, renew your books, or see what's happening. Our online resources are available 24/7 at lynx...

MTPL Closed

All Day
Manheim Township
Closing
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Manheim Township

Toddler Time with Stay and Play

10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Community
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Hello, and welcome all between the all ages 0-48months(4-year-olds)! This is a time your child/kiddo to bond with you, new friends, learn to share, and listen to a short story. The basics of this program is play. We do have a lot of toys, but we want...

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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.

Food Allergies

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

Photo Consent

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

Music & Movement

10:30am - 11:30am
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. This musical storytime is designed to promote language development and reading readiness skills while providing young ...

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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.

Story Time - Summer 1

10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
Join Miss Esther for Monday (Summer 1) story times! Registration is requested, but we will not turn you away! For returning parents: The registration for this event will make it so you only have to register once for the following sessions (5 weeks...

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

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.

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.

Story Time @ the StoryWalk®

11:00am - 12:00pm
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Outside
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Preschoolers are invited to this special story time at the Ephrata Township Community Park Story Walk at 436 East Fulton Street! Early literacy skills, including letter and sound introduction, are included in each story time. The StoryWalk® Project w...

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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.

Toddler Time: Group A

10:00am - 10:30am
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to this 30-minute story time that includes songs, short stories and learning-enriched art activities. Ages 2-4. ...

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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.

Baby's First Storytime!

10:00am - 10:45am
Quarryville
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:
Join us for a special time just for babies as we sing and share stories, rhymes and finger plays with our grown-ups! This program is adapted from M. Stanley, MLS, and Betsy Diamant-Cohen’s award-winning Mother Goose on the Loose curric...

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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.

Story Time - Summer 1

10:00am - 11:00am
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
Join Miss Esther for Tuesday (Summer 1) story times! Registration is requested, but we will not turn you away! For returning parents: The registration for this event will make it so you only have to register once for the following sessions (6 week...

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. 

Baby Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
A special storytime just for babies ages 0-11 months and their parents/caregivers! Join Miss Shannon for a half hour of fun created for our youngest patrons! Older siblings are definitely welcome (though please bring a doll or teddy bear so the...

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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.

Photo Consent

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

Toddler Time: Group B

11:00am - 11:30am
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Story Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to this 30-minute story time that includes songs, short stories and learning-enriched art activities. Ages 2-4. ...

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.

Baby Storytime

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
A special storytime just for babies ages 0-11 months and their parents/caregivers! Join Miss Shannon for a half hour of fun (in the early afternoon!) created for our youngest patrons! Older siblings are definitely welcome (though please bring a...

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. 

Ready for Kindergarten!

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Eastern Lancaster County
Registration
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Do you have a child that is entering Kindergarten this Fall? This month long workshop is designed to focus on developing skills like name recognition, listening skills, following directions, and more so they are ready on the first day of school! ...

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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.

Lapsit Story Time

10:00am - 10:45am
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
Infants, young toddlers and their caregivers sing songs, recite fun rhymes and read together. Participants also learn fingerplays, basic sign language and play together. Ages 0-24 months. ...

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
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.  Please note: There will be no storytime on Wednesday, June 5. Instead, join us at the Adamstown Grove for an E...

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. 

The Young and the Restless Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Quarryville
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Ages 18 months to 3 years with caregiver – other family members are welcome.  A time just for toddlers and their special grown-ups!  We’ll build literacy skills while having fun with books, rhymes, felt boards, puppets, dancing and craft...

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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.

Storytime for Ages 3-5

11:00am - 11:30am
Strasburg-Heisler
Registration
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:
Storytime for Children Ages 3-5 with a Caregiver Reading to young children is an important part of early child development and preparation for school. In Library Storytime, children are introduced to weekly themes and concept through books, rhymes...

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
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. Please note: There will be no storytime on Wednesday, June 5. Instead, join us at the Adamstown Grove for an Electri...

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. 

Pajama Storytime

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Musser Park
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:
Join us at Musser Park for Pajama Storytime. We will read stories, sing songs, and dance! Miss Shannon will be wearing her pajamas, and you can too! All ages welcome with a parent/caregiver. Thank you for completing the registration proce...

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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. 

“Twinkling Stars” Baby Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Children's Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
Simple stories, rhymes, puppets, songs, and fingerplays. Every Thursday at 10 a.m. for babies 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. 

Moving and Grooving Kids!

11:00am - 11:30am
Quarryville
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Ages 3 to 6 years.  Join us for this new staff-led program, we will use research-based activities for building growing brains through musical movement with singing, stories, dancing, games...and we'll have a great time!  This progra...

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.

“The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:30am
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. 

M is for Mindfulness Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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, and mi...

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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.