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Working On The Railroad

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Business & Career, Community, Discussion, Presentation, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Presenter will discuss what it was like doing various jobs on the railroad, he will also bring some various items that have been used throughout the railroad's history.

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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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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

Milanof-Schock Library Board Meeting

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The Board of Milanof-Schock Library meets the third Thursday evening of every month. The public is welcome.

The Board does not meet in June or December.

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

Music and Movement

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: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Move and groove with Miss Gail!

Develop early literacy skills, with music, dancing, and fun.

We think preschoolers (ages 3-5) will enjoy this program the most, but older and younger siblings are invited to join in on the fun!

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

Sparkling Smiles Storytime with Sunshine Pediatric Dentistry!

10:00am–11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center BC
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a tooth-rific time at the library! 📚🌟 We're teaming up with Sunshine Pediatric Dentistry to celebrate Children's Dental Health Month with stories, activities, and BIG smiles! 😁🎉

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

Common Thread Crafting Club

10:00am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Unravel your creativity and connect at Common Thread Crafting Club! Whether you’re a master of the needles or just starting your first row, join our bimonthly gathering for all things fiber.

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

Parachute Play

10:15am–10:45am
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Upcoming
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 "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Dramatic Play Friday

12:00pm–3:45pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

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

From History to Story: Writing Compelling Historical Fiction

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Author Susan Coventry will discuss the process of writing historical fiction, using her novel Till Taught by Pain as an example. 

She will talk about how to transform history into fiction while staying true to the historical

Closed for Go-Fore Golf 2026

02/20/2026 @ 3:00pm–02/21/2026 @ 5:00pm
Quarryville
Closing
Branches:
Quarryville
Description:

The library will be closed for our annual Go-Fore Golf fundraiser from Friday, February 20, through Saturday, February 21, 2026. No materials may be checked out although you may return items in our book drop. Computers will not be available.

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

ESCAPE! The Library Lost in Time (Junior Friends Escape Room)

5:00pm–6:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library: Ephrata
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Fundraiser, Gaming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

You have been invited to the library by a mysterious Professor to experience his brand-new creation. He claims you will be able to visit the locations inside your favorite books. Intriguing, isn't it?

Do you accept the invitation? 

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.

Special Needs

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

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

ESCAPE! The Library Lost in Time (Junior Friends Escape Room)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library: Ephrata
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Fundraiser, Gaming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

You have been invited to the library by a mysterious Professor to experience his brand-new creation. He claims you will be able to visit the locations inside your favorite books. Intriguing, isn't it?

Do you accept the invitation? 

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.

Special Needs

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

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

ESCAPE! The Library Lost in Time (Junior Friends Escape Room)

8:00pm–9:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library: Ephrata
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Fundraiser, Gaming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

You have been invited to the library by a mysterious Professor to experience his brand-new creation. He claims you will be able to visit the locations inside your favorite books. Intriguing, isn't it?

Do you accept the invitation? 

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.

Special Needs

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Crafterday!

9:00am–12:00pm
Children
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come enjoy a fun make-and-take craft from 9:00AM- 12:00PM! For children ages 4 to 11. 

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 "Adults" group
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Go-Fore Golf 2026!

9:00am–3:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Main Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Community, Fundraiser
Event Details:

Go-Fore Golf Miniature Golf Fundraiser is back for another amazing year!

 

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Joyful Stitchers

9:15am–12:45pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

If you love to cross-stitch, bring your current project to the Library to work in the company of other stitchers. No need to register.

 

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

LEGO Program

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

The LEGO monthly program will tackle a variety of themes. Capping off each lesson will be a healthy amount of free-build time. The program would be open to 12 children each month between the ages of 6-10 years old.

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

Read to a Therapy Dog!

10:00am–11:00am
Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

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

Health Insurance Q&A Table

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

Do you have questions about health insurance?

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

Duplo Free Play

11:00am–3:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Drop-in program. No registration required.

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

Winter Library Olympics

1:00pm–2:30pm
Children, Tweens
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Go for the gold at the Library! Kids will compete in playful, silly versions of Olympic events—no snow or ice required. From wacky races to goofy challenges, everyone’s a champion when we celebrate teamwork, laughter and winter fun!

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 "Everyone" group

Lititz Historical Foundation

1:30pm–3:30pm
Everyone
Lititz
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Jim Wolfe and Ethan Smith with "The Legacy of Local Distilling"

This event is in the "Children" group

STEM Let's Go Code

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Manheim Township
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

***THIS IS A REPEAT OF THE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH PROGRAM****

Let's go code!  No computers or screens needed for this program - we're going to learn some of the very basics of coding!