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3 Week Parachute Play

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Lititz
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Registration
Library: Lititz
Room: LTZ Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination.

Participants are asked to attend all 3 weeks.

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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. 

Preschool Storytime: Winter

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

Join us for Preschool Storytime this month to celebrate the winter season!

For ages 4-6 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.

Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:30am
Toddlers
Ephrata
Registration Open
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.

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.

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.)

Claws for Claus!

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Details:

Join us as we welcome Mrs. Santa Claus (and a mystery guest) to Quarryville Library for an evening of stories, crafts, and fun! Photo opportunities and face painting will be available during the event.

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. 

“Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
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. 

Toddler Time

10:15am - 10:45am
Toddlers
Manheim Township
Registration
Library: Manheim Township
Room: MTP Lapp Story Silo
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

A time for Toddlers with their grown-up, dedicated to stories, discovery and exploring!  (18 months to 36 months, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

Preschool Pals Pajama Story Time - Winter

10:15am - 11:00am
Toddlers
Columbia
Registration
Library: Columbia
Room: COL Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Join us as we read It's Winter! by Renee Kurilla to celebrate the upcoming winter season. We'll do a craft together and enjoy play time.

Children are welcome to wear their pajamas for this story time. 

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.

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Ages birth to 6 years with caregiver – other family members are welcome. 

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.

Storytime for Ages 3-5

11:00am - 11:30am
Children
Strasburg-Heisler
Registration
Library: Strasburg-Heisler
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Storytime for Children Ages 3-5 with a Caregiver

Lapsit Story Time

11:00am - 11:45am
Babies
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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

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.

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.

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.)

“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. 

Miss Shannon Loves Toilet Humor Extravaganza!

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Toddlers, Children
Lancaster
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Lancaster
Room: LPL Program Room A + B
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join Miss Shannon to celebrate the humble toilet!

“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. 

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) 

Toddler Thursdays: Winter

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 to celebrate the winter season!

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.

“The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:30am
Toddlers
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. 

Baby Mania PM Session

1:00pm - 1:30pm
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)

Kid's Holiday Celebration

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Toddlers, Children
Ephrata
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Ephrata
Room: EPH Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

We will be celebrating the holiday season with arts and crafts, music and movement, making snack and making friends! Join us in your favorite holiday outfit and celebrate the season at the library! Ages 2-7.

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.

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.

1,000 Books Celebration

10:30am - 12:00pm
Babies, Toddlers
Quarryville
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Quarryville
Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

We’re having a gala to honor the achievements of our champion readers who have completed 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten!  Ms.

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

Photo Consent

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

Cookies and Stories with Mrs. Claus

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Everyone
Columbia
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Columbia
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Mrs. Claus is here for one final story time before Christmas. Children are welcome to wear their pajamas and bring their favorite stuffed animal friend. 

Mrs. Claus will read for 30 minutes and then allow 15 minutes for photos.

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

Cookies and Stories with Mrs. Claus

7:00pm - 7:45pm
Everyone
Columbia
Registration Open
Registration
Library: Columbia
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Mrs. Claus is here for one final story time before Christmas. Children are welcome to wear their pajamas and bring their favorite stuffed animal friend. 

Mrs. Claus will read for 30 minutes and then allow 15 minutes for photos.

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

Bright Nights and Fun Lights!

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

Join us for a celebration of Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights!  

Miss Lauren from PJ Library will provide stories, activities, games, crafts and more!