Week Calendar

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.) Limit: 10 babies.

Under the direction of Shannon Richard, children ages 2 & 3 and their caregivers join in the fun with an active mix of songs, rhymes, ASL, and books. (Child must be 2 by April 1, 2023.)

Under the direction of Amy Moyer, babies ages 6-24 months and their caregivers enjoy songs, bounces, nursery rhymes, and simple stories together.

Under the direction of Shannon Richard, children ages 3 to 5 have fun with engaging books, songs, and interactive activities. (Child must be 3 by April 1, 2023.) Child attends independent of caregiver. 

Under the direction of Amy Moyer, babies ages 6-24 months and their caregivers enjoy songs, bounces, nursery rhymes, and simple stories together.

Join us at every Wednesday at 9:30am at the Intercourse Library for story time! In the case of a delayed opening due to inclement weather, story time will be cancelled.

Under the direction of Shannon Richard, children ages 2 & 3 and their caregivers join in the fun with an active mix of songs, rhymes, ASL, and books. (Child must be 2 by April 1, 2023.)

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 an adult.) Limit: 10 babies.

Under the direction of Shannon Richard, children ages 3 to 5 have fun with engaging books, songs, and interactive activities. (Child must be 3 by April 1, 2023.) Child attends independent of caregiver. 

Under the direction of Amy Moyer, babies ages 6-24 months and their caregivers enjoy songs, bounces, nursery rhymes, and simple stories together.

Come for a fun make-and-take craft from 9AM- 12PM! For children ages 4 to 11. 

Preschoolers are invited to this story time that integrates songs and concept-enriched finger plays. Early literacy skills, including letter and sound introduction, are included in each story time.

Join us on our discovery patio for an hour of creativity and fun!

For all ages up to 3rd grade

Drop-in program. No registration is required but  a responsible adult must be present with children at all times

Under the direction of Shannon Richard, children ages 2 & 3 and their caregivers join in the fun with an active mix of songs, rhymes, ASL, and books. (Child must be 2 by April 1, 2023.)

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.

Ages birth-17 months with caregiver – considerate siblings are welcome.  Join us for a special time just for babies as we sing and share stories, rhymes and finger plays with our grown-ups!  Registration is required; wait l

Join us for Technology Tuesdays! On the second Tuesday of every month at 10 AM we will have a short presentation on a technology topic like library apps, social media, tech devices, or computer skills.

Join us for a fun time of exploring and discovery. (18 months to 36 months, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

Under the direction of Amy Moyer, babies ages 6-24 months and their caregivers enjoy songs, bounces, nursery rhymes, and simple stories together.

Preschoolers are invited to enjoy themed books, songs, rhymes, or movement activities while building language and literacy skills.

Ages 3-6, siblings welcome! No registration required.

Under the direction of Shannon Richard, children ages 3 to 5 have fun with engaging books, songs, and interactive activities. (Child must be 3 by April 1, 2023.) Child attends independent of caregiver. 

Infants, young toddlers and their caregivers sing songs, recite fun rhymes and read together. Ages 0-24 months.

Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. 

Walk-ins welcome.

All are welcome to join this lively group on the second Wednesday of the month. Call the library for more information and book availability at (717) 560-6441.

2023 Book Titles

Join us for a fun time of exploring and discovery. (18 months to 36 months, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

Under the direction of Amy Moyer, babies ages 6-24 months and their caregivers enjoy songs, bounces, nursery rhymes, and simple stories together.

Under the direction of Shannon Richard, children ages 3 to 5 have fun with engaging books, songs, and interactive activities. (Child must be 3 by April 1, 2023.) Child attends independent of caregiver. 

Story time is a time of fun and learning! We read a few books about a different subject each week. We sing songs, practice sign language and have an optional craft time! 

Ages 18 months to 3 years with caregiver – other family members are welcome. 

Storytime for Children Ages 3-5 with a Caregiver

Simple stories, rhymes, puppets, songs, and fingerplays. Every Thursday at 10 a.m. For babies with an adult.

Walk-ins welcome.

Click here to register

Under the direction of Amy Moyer and Shannon Richard, children of all ages and their caregivers enjoy songs, nursery rhymes, and stories together in the library’s backyard.

Join us at 10:30am every Thursday at the Gap Branch Library for a story time! In the case of a delayed opening due to inclement weather, story time will be cancelled.

Ages 1-3, siblings welcome!
Toddlers will dance, zoom, scoot and hop between stories selected to promote language development. All adults are expected to participate and encourage the children to join in the fun.

Registration will open at 9 am on Wednesday, two weeks before the story time for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Saturday for residents of other municipalities.

Come Play!

Duplo blocks are available for free-play on Friday Mornings @10:00 AM . Come, build, play and meet new friends!

NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Registration will open at 9am on Wednesday April 12th for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Saturday, April 15th for residents of other municipalities.

Under the direction of Shannon Richard, children ages 3 to 5 have fun with engaging books, songs, and interactive activities. (Child must be 3 by April 1, 2023.) Child attends independent of caregiver. 

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.

Join us for a fun time of exploring and discovery. (3-6 years, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

Whatever your favorite genre, you'll find something to love at the Friends Book Sale! $2 hardbacks, $1 trade paperbacks, 50 c paperbacks, plus kids books, puzzles, DVDs and audiobooks.

Under the direction of Shannon Richard, children ages 2 & 3 and their caregivers join in the fun with an active mix of songs, rhymes, ASL, and books. (Child must be 2 by April 1, 2023.)

Enjoy stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. 

Walk-ins welcome.

In May we will be discussing the book, Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Enjoy the vibrant story of hope and staying true to yourself, and then join us on May 10th for a discussion with fellow readers.

Join us for a fun time of exploring and discovery. (3-6 years, with adult. Other family members welcome.)

Under the direction of Amy Moyer and Shannon Richard, children of all ages and their caregivers enjoy songs, nursery rhymes, and stories together in the library’s backyard.

This class will focus on VPN’s (virtual private network) which provide a protective shell around personal data as it travels through the digital world.

Stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by an easy craft and free play. Every Thursday at 11 a.m. for toddlers with an adult. 

Walk-ins welcome.

This class will focus on Google Workspace (formerly G-Suite) and the component parts that are used in the workspace.

Under the direction of Shannon Richard, children ages 2 & 3 and their caregivers join in the fun with an active mix of songs, rhymes, ASL, and books. (Child must be 2 by April 1, 2023.)

Preschoolers are invited to this Saturday morning story time.  Large and small motor skills are practiced with simple art activities. Ages 3-6.

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Build and play with the Library’s DUPLO bricks. Each family group must include a responsible adult.

Drop-in program. No registration is required.

A time for family play! Gain "shopping" experience in our weekly play market!

Each family group must include a responsible adult. (Ages 3 and up)

Drop in program. No registration required. Children can take on the role of veterinarians, postal workers, chefs, and more! Each family group must include a responsible adult. (Ages 3 and up)

Matching tiles has never been this much fun! Learn and play American Mahjong right here at the library. All skill levels welcome. Ages 18+.

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!

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.

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Build and play with the Library’s DUPLO bricks. Each family group must include a responsible adult.

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!

Homeschoolers are invited to join us on the second Tuesday of the month for an afternoon of fun activities like painting, playing games and cool science experiments!

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

Drop-in from 2-5 p.m. Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math through games, activities, and projects with Miss Maribeth. An adult is required to accompany children under 8. 

Discuss a novel and try a dessert mentioned in the novel. If it is your first time attending please email Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org

It's all about friendship! Enjoy a range of fun activities and educational toys, plus look at books and other resource materials.

Dungeons and Dragons is a game of imagination, fun, chaos and story. Play as a character you create and let the Dungeon Master take you on a journey to a mystical land. Cast spells, talk to and befriend NPCs.

Are you a teen who loves STEM? Join us at ELANCO library to put your skills to the test with STEM challenges! This club meets on the second Tuesday of each month.

Join us for some relaxation and video games on our Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 13-18.

Play, compete, practice, repeat! Join the library eSports team. Right now we are playing Rocket League, League of Legends and Valorant. Interested in becoming a member or looking for more information?

Dungeons and & Dragons is a game of imagination, fun, chaos and story. Play as a character you create and let the Dungeon Master take you on a journey to a mystical land. Cast spells, talk to and befriend NPCs.

Children can enjoy getting to know different children's authors. We’ll explore plots, illustrations and story structure with games, activities and stories. Popcorn will be served while reading books. Ages 5-9.

Young children, along with an adult, can join us at the library to make easy recipes. Proper use of kitchen tools and simple cooking techniques will be introduced.

Explore your creative side as a variety of materials will be available for creating fun crafts together! Ages 8-12.

Join us for a fun and educational program to review the importance of money management at a level just right for young children! We’ll hear a few stories and make a homemade savings bank!

Build, design and create with Lego® bricks, figures and accessories all supplied by the library. Participate in various building challenges. The theme will be revealed when you arrive at the program. Ages 6-12.

Under the direction of Shannon Richard, children ages 2 & 3 and their caregivers join in the fun with an active mix of songs, rhymes, ASL, and books. (Child must be 2 by April 1, 2023.)

Rite Aid will be on-site to administer flu vaccines in the library lobby. Please bring either your health insurance card OR $35.00 in exact cash or check. Pre-registration is strongly recommended. Visit our website to pre-register.

Are you crafty with a needle (or two)? Would you like a little company to talk shop with while you knit or crochet? Join us at the Library!

You find yourself trapped alone in a room with a ticking time bomb. Your family members or friends have the manual to defuse it, but they can’t see the bomb, so you’re going to have to talk it out – fast!

Under the direction of Amy Moyer, babies ages 6-24 months and their caregivers enjoy songs, bounces, nursery rhymes, and simple stories together.

Fun, relaxing and free! Every month it’s adults only for unusual frivolity. It’s Hooray for Buttons Day! Celebrate by joining us as we make adorable button crafts. Ages 18+.

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.   

Walk-ins welcome.

Under the direction of Shannon Richard, children ages 3 to 5 have fun with engaging books, songs, and interactive activities. (Child must be 3 by April 1, 2023.) Child attends independent of caregiver. 

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.

Can’t live without your Kindle? That’s OK! Come join us at Kindle Users 2.0 to meet other Kindle users, share your love of Kindle and get the tech support you need.

Once a month, we’ll build themed creations out of Lego® Bricks that will be displayed in the Library.

No registration required. Recommended for ages 8+ and siblings.

Best for adults and older (high school age) teens based on the challenge level of questions.

This 4-week course will cover the fundamentals of landscape photography and include an introduction to photography equipment and the parts of a camera. 

Join us for a family friendly movie night.

Gardens of any size, from pots on a balcony to acres of land, can support and host a wide variety of pollinators and other beneficial insects.

Join the lively discussion of the Mystery Book Discussion. Due to size restriction we ask that everyone register online or contact the library!

Mystery  Book Discussion Group 2023 Titles: