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Read for the Record Storytime

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join Mr. Jordan for storytime and help to set a world record!  

We are celebrating with the organization Jumpstart! and thousands of classrooms, libraries, and communities worldwide to celebrate reading. Each year Jumpstart!

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

Knitting and Crocheting Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This club is open to all interested knitters, crocheters, and other needle or fabric crafters.

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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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Homeschool History Mystery (afternoon)

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children
Milanof-Schock
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Homeschool History Mystery offers a little bit of history, a little bit of writing, an opportunity to learn about a mystery related to a real event in history. This same class will be offered Tues, Oct. 22 at 10:30. (Ages 7+; Please Register)

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

Wee Build Free Play

2:00pm - 3:45pm
Toddlers, Children
Manheim Township
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

No registration is required but a responsible adult must be present with children at all times. Free building and imaginative play with kits of toys for children from 9 months to 7 years!

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
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!

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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. 

Library CLOSING at 5:00pm

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Columbia
Closing
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Columbia
Description:

We will be CLOSING at 5:00pm to prepare for the Mardi Gras Parade in Columbia. Be sure to look for us in the parade! 

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

Medicare Workshop

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Moores Memorial
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

This is a 60 minute presentation - everything you need to know about Medicare. 

We will explain how Medicare works and what to expect with each of the plan options. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Sing and Sign!

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Children
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Event Details:

Miss Darla is back with more stories, songs, and signs!

Please join us this fall as Miss Darla teaches simple signs to accompany her stories.

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

Halloween Storytime

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Mountville Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for a special Halloween Storytime!

Orange background with three cat graphics above the words Halloween Storytime

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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.

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

Lego Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Moores Memorial
Cancelled
Registration
Library: Moores Memorial
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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.

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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 "Children" group.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

LEGO Creation Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, 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.

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 "Children" group.

Reading with Sasha

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Small
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Sasha is a yellow lab and a certified therapy dog with the KPETs who helps children who struggle with reading.

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

Mah-Jongg Group

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Experienced players as well as people wanting to learn are invited to drop in to play Mah-Jongg on the first Monday, second Wednesday, or third Thursday of each month. Please see dates listed on the calendar.

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 "Everyone" group.
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music, Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Jay Smar will present an informative yet musical and historical program with original and documented songs of this region during the early 1900's, highlighting the everyday struggles and life of the European coal miner in Northea

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

Haunted Manheim

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Manheim Community
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

An evening of fun & storytelling of ghostly experiences in our town...

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

Media Literacy's Time Has Come, with Dr. Stacey O. Irwin

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Presentation, Technology Class
Event Details:

Media Literacy Week is from October 21 through October 25. To increase media literacy in daily life, let's discuss analyzing, evaluating, and interacting differently with media. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Connect with a Social Worker

9:30am - 12:00pm
Everyone
Adamstown
Library: Adamstown
Room: ADM Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Are you facing challenges or seeking support in your life? A licensed social worker from REAL Life Community Services is here to help! To make an appointment, call Emelia at 717-336-7797 option 1 or email her at Emelia@reallcs.org.

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
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, he

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

Accessible Yoga with Black Cat Yoga

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Accessible Yoga for EveryBody with Jenny Bone from Black Cat Yoga.

If you have a mat and a block, please bring it. 

Some mats and blocks will be available to borrow. 

Chairs will be provided. 

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

Duplo Block Free-Play for ages 2+ with a Caregiver

10:00am - 11:30am
Toddlers, Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Come build, play, and use your imagination! Ages 2 and up with a caregiver.

No registration Required!

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
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 Fridays

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. Children can take on the role of veterinarians, postal workers, chefs, and more!

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

Homeschool Pokemon Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Tweens
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center AB
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Do your kids love Pokemon? Join other Pokemon fans to talk everything Pokemon. This is a device free event, please leave screens at home. All ages welcome.