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May
23
2026
Sat
Closing
Closed for Memorial Day
Description:
The library will be closed on Saturday, May 24, in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy the holiday!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
18
2026
Mon
Library:
Lancaster
Room:
LPL Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community
Event Details:
Join experts from Lancaster County Courts for semiweekly classes focused on basic life skills like computer usage, resume building, job searching, math, reading, and writing. Take your life in a new direction while working at the lib
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This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
20
2026
Wed
Library:
Adamstown
Room:
ADM Community Room
Age Group:
Seniors
Program Type:
Community
Event Details:
REAL Life Community Services invites you to Young at Heart, with free events for anyone age 60 and up. Join us at the library for coffee, chatting, games, crafts, and more on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
22
2026
Fri
Library:
Lancaster
Room:
LPL Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community
Event Details:
Join experts from Lancaster County Courts for semiweekly classes focused on basic life skills like computer usage, resume building, job searching, math, reading, and writing. Take your life in a new direction while working at the lib
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This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Babies,
Toddlers,
Children
Ephrata
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
May
19
2026
Tue
Library:
Ephrata
Room:
EPH Story Room
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Community,
Storytime
Event Details:
At each Toddler Time we will discover a new topic and read 2-3 books, create an art project, and/or involve sensory experiences to further explore!
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
20
2026
Wed
Mom's Coffee Hour!
10:00am–11:00am
Manheim Community
Library:
Manheim Community
Room:
MAN Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Business & Career,
Community,
Discussion
Event Details:
Hey moms! Join us for coffee and conversation on the third Wednesday of each month, 10-11 am. All ideas are welcome! This session is meant for moms to have a break and connect with other moms. Babes in arms are welcome.
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
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 "Babies" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
May
20
2026
Wed
Library:
Ephrata
Room:
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group:
Babies
Program Type:
Community,
Storytime
Event Details:
Introduce literacy and learning to your little one with a community in the Library! We will occasionally make messy art, including sensory experiences that are always optional.
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
21
2026
Thu
Domestic Violence Services Q&A Table
Library:
Lancaster
Room:
LPL Lobby
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community
Event Details:
If you are a victim of domestic violence, hope and help is out there! Talk to Domestic Violence Services team members from Community Action Partnership to learn about the resources they offer, including crisis intervention, safety pl
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
21
2026
Thu
The Sensory Social
10:00am–2:00pm
Manheim Township
Library:
Manheim Township
Room:
MTP Morgan Center B
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Community
Event Details:
Looking for a place to relax, tinker, and meet new people? The Sensory Social is a low-stress hangout for neurodivergent adults. We’ve gathered a variety of tactile and creative stations for you to explore at your own pace.
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
Mountville Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
May
23
2026
Sat
Read-a-Loud with Raven
10:30am–11:30am
Mountville Branch
Library:
Mountville Branch
Room:
MVL Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community
Disclaimer(s)
Photo Consent
I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Adults,
Seniors,
Everyone
Adamstown
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
May
20
2026
Wed
Connect with a Social Worker at the Library
Library:
Adamstown
Room:
ADM Community Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors,
Everyone
Program Type:
Community
Event Details:
Are you facing challenges or seeking support in your life? A licensed social worker from REAL Life Community Services is here to help! Regular hours are every other Wednesday from 11:30-2 p.m. in the library community room.
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This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Toddlers,
Children
Ephrata
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
May
21
2026
Thu
Library:
Ephrata
Room:
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Kitchen Side
Age Group:
Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Book Club,
Community,
Storytime
Event Details:
If you homeschool your child and are looking for social interaction, creative space and sensory exploration outside the house, this space is for you!
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May
18
2026
Mon
Letter Writing for Homeschoolers
Library:
Ephrata
Room:
EPH Conference Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Community
Event Details:
Practice writing letters with a senior pen-pal from the community. Participants will write, send, receive and respond to letters. Ages 10-18.
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
18
2026
Mon
Library:
Lititz
Room:
LTZ Board Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community,
Discussion
Event Details:
Come join our community of writers to gain support, share information, and critiques.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Manheim Community
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May
19
2026
Tue
Indoor Recess! - Educational Games & Activities for Elementary/Middle Grade Homeschool Families
1:00pm–2:00pm
Manheim Community
Library:
Manheim Community
Room:
MAN Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Community,
Gaming,
STEM
Event Details:
Welcome to Indoor Recess! A program for Homeschool families designed to have fun and learn at the same time! Bring the whole family and find textile games, flashcards, classic games, and more!
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Manheim Community
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
19
2026
Tue
Computer... Help!
1:15pm–4:30pm
Manheim Community
Library:
Manheim Community
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Business & Career,
Community,
Technology Class
Event Details:
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 Tuesday afternoons for IT help!
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This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Toddlers,
Children
Quarryville
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
May
22
2026
Fri
Block Party!
1:00pm–2:30pm
Quarryville
Library:
Quarryville
Room:
QVL Story Corner/Early Literacy Lab
Age Group:
Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Community,
STEM
Event Details:
Registration is requested, drop ins are accommodated as space allows. Please join the waitlist as we may schedule a second session if there is sufficient demand.
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.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May
21
2026
Thu
Library:
Lancaster
Room:
LPL Program Room B
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Book Club,
Community,
Movie & Film
Event Details:
Join us for Anime After School!
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Lancaster
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
21
2026
Thu
LCCL After School Alliance
Library:
Lancaster
Room:
LPL Study Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Community,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Lancaster County Chooses Love is partnering with the Lancaster Public Library to provide a safe and supportive space for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families during drop-in office hours. During these informal office hours, an adv
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Manheim Township
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
19
2026
Tue
Studio 2x4: A Drop in Lego Free Build for Adults
5:00pm–8:00pm
Manheim Township
Library:
Manheim Township
Room:
MTP Morgan Center C
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community,
Gaming
Event Details:
Leave the stress of the day behind and rediscover the joy of creating! Join us for a dedicated adult-only building night where there are no instructions, no deadlines, and no "right" way to build.
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
21
2026
Thu
Library:
Lancaster
Room:
LPL Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Community
Event Details:
Join Lancaster Public Library and Chris Medalis as he shows you the techniques for painting your favorite characters, but in 1:56 scale!Have you never heard the terms "dry brush," "layering," or "glazing?" Then this program is for you!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Lancaster
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
18
2026
Mon
Silent Book Club at Our Town Brewery!
Library:
Lancaster
Room:
LPL Offsite Location
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Book Club,
Community
Event Details:
All the perks of a book club, but none of the stress!Join us at Our Town Brewery this month for our meeting of the Silent Book Club, a program which gives you uninterrupted reading time and the ch
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
19
2026
Tue
Understanding Human Trafficking in Our Community
Library:
Ephrata
Room:
EPH 1/2 Multipurpose Room Projector Side
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community
Event Details:
PAATH15 Crossroads, a project of the YWCA Greater Harrisburg, is a regional network of expertly trained service providers working to combat labor and sex trafficking across Central Pennsylvania. In this engaging and informative session,
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
19
2026
Tue
NOT MEETING -Jane Austen Society of Lancaster County
Library:
Lititz
Room:
LTZ Community Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community,
Discussion,
Presentation
Event Details:
Come sip tea and discuss all things Austen. No registration needed.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Tweens,
Teens
Manheim Community
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May
21
2026
Thu
Teach Miss Esther a Craft!
6:00pm–7:00pm
Manheim Community
Library:
Manheim Community
Room:
MAN Meeting Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Business & Career,
Community,
Discussion,
Finance,
Presentation,
STEM
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.
Photo Consent
I understand that any images captured at this event may be used on print and online publications or social media.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Adults,
Seniors,
Everyone
Eastern Lancaster County
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
May
20
2026
Wed
ELANCO Library Board Meeting
7:00pm–8:00pm
Eastern Lancaster County
Library:
Eastern Lancaster County
Room:
NHD Activity Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors,
Everyone
Program Type:
Community
Event Details:
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees of the Eastern Lancaster County Library will hold regular monthly meetings in 2026 at 7:00 P.M.
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