Week Calendar

Storytime for Children Ages 3-5 with a Caregiver

Little Ducklings-Baby and Caregiver Class for babies 3 months up to 15 months. 

Little Ducklings is a fun interactive program designed for parents or caregivers and their babies.

Ages 2 - 3 years with a caregiver (Child must be 2 by January 1, 2025.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 27 - April 7.

Ages 6 - 24 months with a caregiver

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

Ages 3 - 5 years, independent of a caregiver (Child must be 3 by January 1, 2025.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 28 - April 8.

Join Thunda Khatt at Lancaster Public Library for a six-week poetry workshop series centered around affirmation, acceptance, and self-love. 

Patrons from all walks of life are invited to find their voice through the written wo

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.

Ages 6 - 24 months with a caregiver

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

Ages 3 - 5 years, independent of a caregiver (Child must be 3 by January 1, 2025.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 29 - April 9.

Join Thunda Khatt at Lancaster Public Library for a six-week poetry workshop series centered around affirmation, acceptance, and self-love. 

Patrons from all walks of life are invited to find their voice through the written wo

Ages 6 - 24 months with a caregiver

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

Ages 2 - 3 years with a caregiver (Child must be 2 by January 1, 2025.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 30 - April 10.

Are you facing challenges or seeking support in your life? A licensed social worker from REAL Life Community Services is here to help!

Fridays by appointment from 9:30-10:30 a.m. or drop-in from 10:30 to 12 p.m.

Conestoga Toastmasters presents a 4-week Speechcraft Workshop where attendees will learn how to overcome their fear of public speaking, effectively prepare and deliver a speech, and improve upon active listening skills as evaluators.

Come enjoy a fun make-and-take craft from 9:00AM- 12:00PM! For children ages 4 to 11. 

Stories, bubbles, music, and play time for our library friends ages 12-24 months with their caregiver. 

Join Miss Esther for Monday story times! Registration is requested. We want you in the loop if anything changes!

Join us for a cooperative movement program where we will use our imaginations while we play with a parachute! Stories and songs will be incorporated, while we move about and use our motor skills.

Ages 2 - 3 years with a caregiver (Child must be 2 by January 1, 2025.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 27 - April 7.

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

Sing, dance, chant, listen to music, move, and play instruments, while exploring the patterns and sounds that make up our language. 

Each month, we'll focus on a different theme:

Join Miss Esther for Tuesday story times! Registration is required. We want you in the loop if anything changes!

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.)

Ages 6 - 24 months with a caregiver

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

Look up in the sky, what do you see? This month we will focus on stories and activities that explore weather and the seasons!

For ages 4-6 and siblings. No registration required!

Ages 2-3 years with a caregiver (Child must be 2 by January 1, 2025.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 28 - April 8.

Prepare to be amazed as science and wonder collide! Join us for a captivating Chemistry Magic Show where we'll mix a little fun with a lot of learning.

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!!

Infants, young toddlers and their caregivers sing songs, recite fun rhymes and read together. Participants also learn fingerplays, basic sign language and play together. Ages 0-24 months.

Ephrata Police Visit – Wednesday, March 26 at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Officer Bronne Bruzgo from the Ephrata Police Department will be a guest reader during Budding Bookworms Storytime.

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.)

Ages 6 - 24 months with a caregiver

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

Ages 3 - 5 years, independent of a caregiver (Child must be 3 by January 1, 2025.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 29 - April 9.

Join Miss Jan for story time - a different theme each week!  Miss Jan will also sing some fun songs and offer a craft.

Miss Alyssa will lead story time March 19 & 20, offering stories songs, and a craft.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for fun songs, crafts & stories!

Join Sarah for a slow flow vinyasa yoga class. This style class is great for any level of experience.

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!!

Simple stories, rhymes, puppets, songs, and fingerplays. Every Thursday at 10 a.m. for babies with an adult. Registration is not required.

Join us for an hour of stress-relieving, life-affirming, ‘feel good’ yoga at the Lancaster Public Library. 

This Slow Flow class connects movement and breath, body and mind.

Understanding Medicare can be difficult. PA-MEDI is here to help! We provide free, unbiased help to Medicare beneficiaries in Pennsylvania.

Formerly known as Baby Mania, this is 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) 

Ages 3 - 5 years, independent of a caregiver (Child must be 3 by January 1, 2025.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 30 - April 10.

Look up in the sky, what do you see? This month we will focus on stories and activities that explore weather and the seasons!

For ages 0-3 and siblings. No registration required!

Join Miss Jan for story time - a different theme each week!  Miss Jan will also sing some fun songs and offer a craft.

Miss Alyssa will lead story time March 19 & 20, offering stories songs, and a craft.

Join Black Cat Yoga for Accessible Yoga. Yoga for anybody. Bring a mat and enjoy gentle stretches that anyone can participate in. 

Welcome to Manheim Community Library's Toddler Time program. This program occurs Friday, weekly, unless there is a holiday, unforeseen closing, or staffing is too low.

Come use your imagination, build and play! No registration required. 

Join us for a cooperative movement program where we will use our imaginations while we play with a parachute! Stories and songs will be incorporated, while we move about and use our motor skills.

Does your child love doing crafts? Are you stopping by the library to check out books or other items? Stop by the children's area to see what kids craft we have today! Crafts will be easy to create or assemble.

Join Truist Bank at the library to learn more about finances, budgeting, and planning for the future.

Join an expert gardener from Perfect Pots to learn about growing cold-tolerant herbs!

Join an expert gardener from Perfect Pots for this presentation on growing cold-tolerant herbs. Participants will receive "bonus bucks" from Perfect Pots to purchase their own herbs.

Ages 3 - 5 years, independent of a caregiver (Child must be 3 by January 1, 2025.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 27 - April 7.

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 Ms. Laura for a fun and engaging preschool program designed to spark curiosity and a love for learning in young children!

Exercise is one of the most important things you can do for your health. The secret is to get moving. So come on out and join us for chair yoga.

RSVP by calling (717) 435-1992

Ages 2 - 3 years with a caregiver (Child must be 2 by January 1, 2025.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 28 - April 8.

Join Ms. Laura for a fun and engaging preschool program designed to spark curiosity and a love for learning in young children!

Ephrata Police Visit – Wednesday, March 26 at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Officer Bronne Bruzgo from the Ephrata Police Department will be a guest reader during Budding Bookworms Storytime.

Email is important, because it creates a fast, reliable form of communication that is free and easily accessible. They allow people to foster long-lasting, long-distance communication. 

Come play with us at Quarryville Library for our Family Place program! Two programs each week, differentiated by child’s age.

On the last Wednesday of each month, 10% of all proceeds at Castañeda's Mexican Restaurant in Denver will go to the Adamstown Area Library! (excludes alcohol). Dine-in or take-out that day to enjoy great food while supporting the library!

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.

Drop-in program. No registration required.

Step into the world of imagination with Market Monday, a hands-on, pretend-play experience at the library!

Drop-in program. No registration required.

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

Let your child’s imagination soar in this hands-on free play program! Designed for kids ages 2-7, this engaging session provides a creative and interactive environment where children can explore, build, and learn through play.

The Internet is an increasingly important part of everyday life for people around the world. 
If you've never used the Internet before, it can feel a bit confusing at first.

 

Join us for a fun-filled adventure at the library! Children ages 2–7 are invited to explore their creativity and imagination through hands-on pretend play. This free program offers three exciting stations:

We have time set aside every month for knitters to gather in the company of other knitters and work on projects. All skill levels are welcome, no need to register.

Are you concerned about becoming a victim of a scam?

Learn how to:

Formerly known as Baby Mania, is 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)

Come enjoy an afternoon of fun, fellowship, and crafts at the Mountville Branch library!

Whether you cross stich or crochet, like to do adult coloring or work in mixed media — join us at the library each month to mingle, work on your proje

Stop by to have your blood pressure checked by a professional and receive helpful information about heart health.

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

Thanks to the Britton family for being our Adult Program sponsor!

Homeschool Spanish is 6 Thursdays of basic conversational Spanish for kids 7 and older. Children must be able to read and write for this class.

Could you use some help with your mobile devices? Or maybe you want to learn Word or apply for a job online? Come to the library!

Do you need help with technology? Drop in on Tuesday afternoons to get assistance from Bella, a local young adult in our community who has offered her time and talent.

The program will give attendees guidance on how to begin compiling family histories, with a focus on researching ancestors in Lancaster County.

For more information contact Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org

Let your child’s imagination soar in this hands-on free play program! Designed for kids ages 2-7, this engaging session provides a creative and interactive environment where children can explore, build, and learn through play.

$30.00 per guest (must be purchased by March 22) Cash, check & Venmo accepted. Reservations available in the library.

Location: Christiana Fire Hall, 214 Bridge Street Christiana, Pa 17509

Solve the mystery of The Night Hunter as a group of teenage detectives. Review evidence, solve puzzles and test for forensic evidence. Each week we will solve an episode and get closer to solving the case.

Join Miss Jen on Tuesdays during the school year for crafts, games, snacks and more!

No registration required. Walk-ins welcome! For tweens and teens.

Teen Tuesday Spring 2025 Schedule

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.

Be a part of our teen book club! 

This is a space for LGBTQIA+ teens and their allies to talk about their favorite books, learn about queer literature, get (and give) book recommendations, and meet others in the community.  

Kids are invited to come explore great works of art and the artists behind them! Each class will focus on learning about one well-known artist.

Calling all young adventurers ages 9 to 12! Join us for an exciting journey into the world of Dungeons & Dragons, where your imagination sets the course.

Lancaster city is filled with interesting architecture 🏫🏛🏢

Are you a teen who dreams of designing interesting spaces for living, working, and playing? If so, join us for a  biweekly studio-style club focused on architecture!

Join us for coding with friends! Your child can code, regardless of experience level!

Space is limited - if you have your own tech we can admit a few extra kids so contact us at sroche@quarryvillelibrary.org. 

KPET registered dogs and their handlers will be in the library ready to listen as children read to them. Kids may choose favorite books on their reading level to read. Ages 4-12. 

Drop by the library to construct a building, create a gadget, operate a robot, and more! 

We will provide a variety of supplies to take you where your imagination leads.

All ages! Walk-ins welcome!

KPET registered dogs and their handlers will be in the library ready to listen as children read to them. Kids may choose favorite books on their reading level to read. Ages 4-12. 

Join us for Anime After School!

Questions about using the computer? Want to create a social media account (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok)? Need help organizing your email? Come to the library on Monday evenings for IT help!

Exercise is key to our wellbeing, but you don’t need a gym to keep yourself on the move!

Join LPL for Chair Yoga at the Library and learn how you can use a simple piece of furniture to boost your mobility and help you feel your b

Ages 2 - 3 years with a caregiver (Child must be 2 by January 1, 2025.)

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

This 11 week session will run January 29 - April 9.

Join us to learn or improve your interview skills to dazzle during your next job interview. This class will review basic dos and don’ts and provide time for mock interviews.

The Lancaster County Parks Naturalist will read a book on gardening and teach about what a seed needs to grow, and participants will make their own newspaper pots and plant seeds to take home. 

Join us for an interactive evening storytime every Monday night in the Silo! We will read wonderful stories, sing amazing songs, and use our trusty parachute to create a fun interactive experience!

Grab your pajamas and head to the library to read stories, sing songs, and dance!

Ages 4-11

Space is limited · Registration is HIGHLY recommended

Adult caregivers do not need to register.

Cooks & Books is an opportunity for passionate home cooks to gather around the table for conversation over a potluck feast of delicious food made from the recipes of a featured chef, food blog, or cookbook. Why not invite a fri

Ages 6 - 24 months with a caregiver

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

Families will have fun working together and creating masterworks from a variety of materials! 

In addition to LEGOs, we have large building materials such as Duplos, cardboard bricks, large plastic building toys, a

Many family members rely on smart phones to stay connected and complete their daily tasks. The purpose of this session is to consider how to cultivate our digital identity in ways that are empowering and responsible.

Appropriate for adults, older kids and teens.

 Registering for the first week (March 4th, 2025) will hold your place for all six weeks of the workshop. 

Knitting Club meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, from 10 a.m. until noon and the last Tuesday of each month from 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.  Knitting Club is for people who knit and like to share the craft.

Join BookTok Buzz Book Club as they meet to discuss A Killing Cold by Kate Alice Marshall and Heartless Hunter: The Crimson Moth: Book One by Kristen Ciccarelli. 

All are welcome to attend. 

Lit Lovers is somewhat eclectic in its selections, but primarily focuses on fiction. The group also reads memoirs, short stories, biography, autobiography, mystery, sci-fi, and non-fiction.

If you enjoying crafting and conversations, this class is for you! 

March Project: Shark Blanket

Materials Needed:

In this dynamic and interactive workshop, you'll learn how to pay off all your debts—including credit cards, car loans, and mortgages—in 10 years or less, regardless of your income or financial situation.

Are you ready for some gardening? 

The end of winter is a great time to start planning your garden, and a Lancaster County Park Naturalist will help get you started!

You will learn about what to plant when, where and how, com

This sewing club is for people who sew and like to share the craft. This is not a class or instruction, just a friendly gathering to sew and work on projects.

Trivia Night at the Library! 

The theme is General Knowledge

Ages 3 - 5 years, independent of a caregiver (Child must be 3 by March 1, 2025.)

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

This 4 week session will run March 5 - 26.