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Labor Day Holiday

All Day
Lititz
Closing
Branches:
Lititz

Library Closed

All Day 9/5–9/7
Adamstown
Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

Adamstown Area Library will be closed Saturday through Monday for Labor Day weekend.

Closed

All Day
Milanof-Schock
Closing
Branches:
Milanof-Schock
Description:

Closed for Labor Day.

CLOSED Labor Day

All Day
Manheim Township
Closing
Branches:
Manheim Township

Holiday Closure

All Day
Ephrata
Closing
Branches:
Ephrata

Labor Day

All Day
Lititz
Closing
Branches:
Lititz

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Some Locations
Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. The buildings will reopen on Tuesday, September 8.

Library Closed- Labor Day

All Day
Strasburg-Heisler
Closing
Branches:
Strasburg-Heisler
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Jane Austen Society of Lancaster County

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Discussion, Presentation
Event Details:

Come sip tea and discuss all things Austen. No registration needed. 

Closing early for Solanco Fair

3:00pm–8:00pm
Quarryville
Closing
Branches:
Quarryville
Description:

The library will be closing at 3:00 pm on Wednesday, September 16, for the Solanco Fair parade. Enjoy the fair!

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

Well Rooted: Genealogy Drop In

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Manheim Township
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you hitting a "brick wall" in your family tree research? Whether you are a seasoned researcher or just starting to wonder about your heritage, the library is here to help!

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

Teach Miss Esther a Craft!

6:00pm–7:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Manheim Community
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Manheim Community
Room: MAN Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Business & Career, Community, Discussion, Finance, Presentation, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

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.

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

American Disasters

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Best for adults and older interested teens. Registration is appreciated but not required if space allows.

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

The Waldorf Effect: A Paranormal Research Theory

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join author Laurissa Mary Rex as she discusses the research behind her book The Waldorf Effect: A Paranormal Research Theory.

This four-part theory for understanding hauntings, developed through research at the Waldorf Estate of F

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

Lititz Garden Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

American Disasters

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Best for adults and older interested teens. Registration is appreciated but not required if space allows.

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

Genealogy for Beginners

10:30am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Mountville Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library: Mountville Branch
Room: MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you’ve ever thought about beginning the process of researching your family history, but don’t know where to start – this is the program for you! 

Family history enthusiasts are invited to unlock your family stor

This event is in the "Everyone" group

What Teeth Tell Us

1:00pm–2:00pm
Everyone
Lancaster
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

What big teeth you have!

Most dinosaurs are known for their incredible teeth! By studying their teeth alone, scientists can decide what each type ate for dinner whether it be meat, plants, or a little bit of everything. 

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

Grief Stories

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grief Stories provides a space for hearing first-hand accounts of overcoming a tragic death and living with hope and purpose. Online registration begins two weeks prior.

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

Astronomy Enthusiasts of Lancaster County

6:00pm–7:45pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Presentation
Event Details:

Come learn about the night sky! No registration required. 

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

American Disasters

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Best for adults and older interested teens. Registration is appreciated but not required if space allows.

Holiday Closure

All Day
Ephrata
Closing
Branches:
Ephrata

Lancaster Public Library CLOSED

All Day
Some Locations
Closing
Branches:
Lancaster, Mountville Branch
Description:

Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, October 12 for a staff training. Both locations will reopen on Tuesday, October 13.

Library Closed

All Day
Adamstown
Closing
Branches:
Adamstown
Description:

Adamstown Area Library will be closed on Indigenous People’s Day.