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 Dec 8 2025 Mon Bread Basics - Challah Bread 6:00pm–7:15pm Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors Columbia Registration Open Registration Required 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 Dec 8 2025 Mon Bread Basics - Challah Bread 6:00pm–7:15pm Columbia Registration Open Library: Columbia Room: COL Community Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Presentation Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to make homemade challah bread and the braiding technique. Participants will take home a loaf of challah bread ready to bake. All ingredients provided. Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Dec 9 2025 Tue Genealogy Group 6:30pm–7:45pm Teens, Adults, Seniors Adamstown Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Dec 9 2025 Tue Genealogy Group 6:30pm–7:45pm Adamstown Registration Open Library: Adamstown Room: ADM Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Discussion, Presentation, Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: This group meets at the library on the 2nd Tuesday of each month for short talks from genealogy researcher Ken McCrea, along with lively discussions and research help. For older students and adults. 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.
Dec 10 2025 Wed The Library will be CLOSED from 11AM-2PM Today! 11:00am–2:00pm Strasburg-Heisler Closing Dec 10 2025 Wed Closing The Library will be CLOSED from 11AM-2PM Today! 11:00am–2:00pm Branches: Strasburg-Heisler
This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 12 2025 Fri Play K! All aboard! 10:30am–12:00pm Toddlers, Children Quarryville Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 12 2025 Fri Play K! All aboard! 10:30am–12:00pm Quarryville Registration Closed Library: Quarryville Room: QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab Age Group: Toddlers, Children Program Type: Gaming, Health & Wellness, Presentation, STEM Registration Required Event Details: Ages 2-6 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.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Spanish Story Time w/ Mrs. Rozo 10:00am–10:30am Toddlers, Children Manheim Community Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Spanish Story Time w/ Mrs. Rozo 10:00am–10:30am Manheim Community Registration Open Library: Manheim Community Room: MAN Children's Area Age Group: Toddlers, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Presentation, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: This Spanish Story Time will be spoken in Spanish for a Spanish Emersion experience for all children who attend. If parents would like to have printed instructions in English to help direct their child, they can be requested in advance. Mrs. 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. Special Needs Please stay with your child if they are in need of special help/supervision for this program.
Dec 16 2025 Tue Lancaster City Branch CLOSING EARLY 12:15pm–12:15pm Lancaster Closing Dec 16 2025 Tue Closing Lancaster City Branch CLOSING EARLY 12:15pm–12:15pm Branches: Lancaster Description: Both Lancaster Public Library locations will close early on Tuesday, December 16 for a staff holiday gathering.
Dec 16 2025 Tue Mountville Branch CLOSING EARLY 2:00pm–2:00pm Mountville Branch Closing Dec 16 2025 Tue Closing Mountville Branch CLOSING EARLY 2:00pm–2:00pm Branches: Mountville Branch Description: Both Lancaster Public Library locations will close early on Tuesday, December 16 for a staff holiday gathering.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Watt & Shand- A history lecture by author Nancy Groff 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults, Seniors Quarryville Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Watt & Shand- A history lecture by author Nancy Groff 6:00pm–7:00pm Quarryville Registration Open Library: Quarryville Room: QVL C.X. Carlson Cultural Room Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Community, Discussion, Fundraiser, Presentation Registration Required Event Details: Quarryville Library welcomes local author Nancy Groff, who will discuss her book, Watt & Shand: East, West, Hame's Best. The book matter is described as follows: 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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Bread Basics: Ciabatta Bread 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults, Seniors Columbia Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Bread Basics: Ciabatta Bread 6:00pm–7:00pm Columbia Registration Open Library: Columbia Room: COL Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Presentation Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to make ciabatta bread. All participants will take home a loaf to bake.Cost is $15.00 per participant to cover supplies. Disclaimer(s) 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 This event is in the "Seniors" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Digital Detox with Old-School Writing Tools 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults, Seniors Lititz Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Digital Detox with Old-School Writing Tools 6:00pm–7:30pm Lititz Registration Open Library: Lititz Room: LTZ Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Community, Presentation Registration Required Event Details: Join Lititz Public Library's resident pen expert for a break from digital technology to embrace the fun and relaxation of using analog writing tools.
Dec 24 2025 Wed Christmas Eve All Day Ephrata Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing Christmas Eve All Day Branches: Ephrata
Dec 24 2025 Wed Christmas Eve All Day Lititz Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing Christmas Eve All Day Branches: Lititz
Dec 24 2025 Wed CLOSED - CHRISTMAS EVE All Day Manheim Community Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing CLOSED - CHRISTMAS EVE All Day Branches: Manheim Community
Dec 24 2025 Wed ELANCO Library Closed (Christmas Eve) All Day Eastern Lancaster County Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing ELANCO Library Closed (Christmas Eve) All Day Branches: Eastern Lancaster County Description: ELANCO Library will be closed all day today. (Christmas Eve)
Dec 24 2025 Wed Lancaster Public Library CLOSED All Day Some Locations Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing Lancaster Public Library CLOSED All Day Branches: Lancaster, Mountville Branch Description: Both Lancaster Public Library locations will be closed on Wednesday, December 24-Friday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday.
Dec 24 - 25 2025 Closed for Christmas All Day 12/24–12/25 Quarryville Closing Dec 24 - 25 2025 Closing Closed for Christmas All Day 12/24–12/25 Branches: Quarryville Description: The library will be closed for Christmas from Wednesday, December 24, through Thursday, December 25. Enjoy the holiday!
Dec 24 - 25 2025 Library Closed All Day 12/24–12/25 Adamstown Closing Dec 24 - 25 2025 Closing Library Closed All Day 12/24–12/25 Branches: Adamstown Description: The Adamstown Area Library is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Dec 24 - 26 2025 CLOSED All Day 12/24–12/26 Moores Memorial Closing Dec 24 - 26 2025 Closing CLOSED All Day 12/24–12/26 Branches: Moores Memorial Description: MERRY CHRISTMAS
Dec 24 - 26 2025 Library Closed- Merry Christmas! All Day 12/24–12/26 Strasburg-Heisler Closing Dec 24 - 26 2025 Closing Library Closed- Merry Christmas! All Day 12/24–12/26 Branches: Strasburg-Heisler
Dec 24 2025 Wed Library CLOSING EARLY - Christmas Eve 9:00am–1:00pm Columbia Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing Library CLOSING EARLY - Christmas Eve 9:00am–1:00pm Branches: Columbia Description: We will be CLOSING EARLY today in order to allow our staff time to prepare for the Christmas holiday. We will reopen on Saturday, December 27 at 8:00am. We hope you have a wonderful holiday!
Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing at 2PM 2:00pm–8:00pm Milanof-Schock Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing Closing at 2PM 2:00pm–8:00pm Branches: Milanof-Schock Description: Closing at 2PM for Christmas.
Dec 24 2025 Wed Christmas Eve - CLOSING EARLY 12:00 PM 3:00pm–8:00pm Manheim Township Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing Christmas Eve - CLOSING EARLY 12:00 PM 3:00pm–8:00pm Branches: Manheim Township
Dec 25 2025 Thu Christmas Day All Day Ephrata Closing Dec 25 2025 Thu Closing Christmas Day All Day Branches: Ephrata
Dec 25 2025 Thu Christmas Day All Day Lititz Closing Dec 25 2025 Thu Closing Christmas Day All Day Branches: Lititz
