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Preschool Party

11:00am - 11:45am
Children
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Story Time for the preschool set: stories, songs, and silly stuff!  Join us in the Lapp Story Silo in the Children's Room. (3 to 6 years, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

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

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Toddlers, Children
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.

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. 

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

Organizing your Computer

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Participants will be able to create and use folders and folder systems to organize files on the computer. Participants will be able to learn how to create folders, move files, and rename files to find them easier!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Wee Build Free Play

12:00pm - 6:00pm
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Painting club

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Meet the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Bring your own painting supplies. Get together with others to paint and socialize. No registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Quilt Study

12:30pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Milanof-Schock
Library: Milanof-Schock
Room: MJY Engle Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Do you love quilts? Do you enjoy hearing the history behind them? Come to the Library for this Quilt Study where participants can bring a quilt (optional) to spread out for the group to study.

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

Conversations about getting older

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Quarryville
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL Pennington Family Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Join this popular discussion series in exploring how seniors keep their emotional and thinking skills sharp. Walk-ins are welcome as space permits.

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

Daytime Crafts for Adults

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

This month we will be trying out diamond painting by making our own coasters! Ages 18+.

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

Mah-Jongg Group

1:00pm - 3:30pm
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Folded Book Art Class

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Eastern Lancaster County
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Join Jeannette Kolb, long-time library volunteer and book artist, for a folded book art class!  

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

Afternoon Book Club

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: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly gathering of book lovers! This month we'll be discussing The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict.

 

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 "Teens" group.

Teen Gaming: 2nd Wednesday Edition

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Meeting and Media Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

TV screen with words Teen Gaming displayed

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.

Myth Explorers

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Bigfoot, the Loch Ness monster, the Kraken: just legends or true? Join us on a journey through the realms of fantasy as we explore the fascinating world of mythical creatures!

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.

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.

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

Board Games for Adults

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Ephrata
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Tired of the same old Wednesday evening routine? Here’s your chance to go from bored to BOARD! Come enjoy an evening of board games with your friends at the library. Ages 18+.

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

Pajama Storytime

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children
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.

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

Great Decisions Discussion Group

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lititz
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion
Event Details:

If you have an interest in foreign affairs, join us for this moderated, non-partisan discussion group. No special knowledge is required for this informal discussion forum, just an inquiring mind. No registration required.

This event is in the "Babies" group.

Little Steps - Babies

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 24 months with a caregiver

Storytime will last 30 minutes and will include songs, stories, nursery rhymes and playtime.

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.

Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Toddlers
Lititz
Join Waitlist
Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 2 - 3 years with a caregiver (Child must be 2 by September 1, 2024.)

Storytime will last 30 minutes and will include songs, stories, nursery rhymes and playtime.

This 10 week session will run September 19 - November 21.

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.

Wiggles and Giggles- Ages 18 months up to Age 4

10:00am - 10:30am
Toddlers, Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Registration
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Ages 18 months up to Age 4 with a caregiver

Come sing, dance, Wiggle and Giggle! Miss Wendy's FUN monthly themes introduce basic concepts to toddlers and young children. Come play and learn with your little ones!!

This event is in the "Babies" group.

“Twinkling Stars” Baby Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies
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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Thursday Book Group

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 43
Event Details:

A book club for people who want to read (or re-read) the classics! Our Thursday Book Group focuses on literature that has stood the test of time and continues to be relevant. 

New members are welcome to join the discussion.

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 "Babies" group.

Baby Mania AM Session

10:15am - 10:45am
Babies
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

A special time for babies to share stories, songs, rhymes and games with their grown-ups. Come play with us in the Children’s Library! (Newborn to 17 months, with adult) 

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

Toddler Thursdays: Feathered Friends

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Eastern Lancaster County
Library: Eastern Lancaster County
Room: NHD Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for Toddler Thursday this month as we explore the lives of birds.

For ages 0-3 and siblings. 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.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Toddlers
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Musser Park
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to MUSSER PARK for Toddler Time!

Toddler Time on a light blue sky fluffy cloud background

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.