The Library System of Lancaster County is aware of the citizen-led petition initiated by the local group “Vote Yes 4 Libraries” to place a referendum on the November ballot. The board of the Library System, and its leadership, are maintaining a neutral posture on the ballot initiative as the civic engagement process plays out. As…
Teen Summer Zine is an award-winning program for tweens and teens ages 12-19. Offered in conjunction with the Local Libraries of Lancaster County, the program brings together mentor authors and artists, a celebration of the hand-made roots of zines, and the opportunity to help create a zine! Students ages 12-19 will learn from local arts…
Mr. Mike the Dinosaur Guy Programs Presenter Bio: Michael Sgrignoli (known as Mr. Mike” to his audiences) is the author of three children’s books: Dinorific Poetry: Stories of Ancient Animals Created by a Father and Son (Vols 1-3). His son, Ethan, created the illustrations when he was between the ages of 6 and 13. The books shine a long-overdue spotlight on those ancient creatures not as…
The Lancaster Medical Heritage Museum preserves and shares one of the most extensive collections of medical artifacts in the region, with over 11,000 objects that reflect centuries of healing practices in Lancaster County and beyond. The museum’s exhibits trace the evolution of medicine from ancient traditions to modern science, spotlighting everything from 19th-century surgical instruments…
Lancaster, PA – The Friends of Public Libraries of Lancaster County are pleased to announce an Author Event featuring New York Times bestselling novelist Marie Benedict. The event, held in conjunction with the release of Benedict’s latest novel, Daughter of Egypt, will be held on Thursday, April 16 at 1:00 PM at Calvary Church, 1051…
Title of Program: Native Pennsylvania Wildlife Description: Pennsylvania is full of beautiful mountains, valleys, and rivers filled with beautiful creatures. This program will serve as an introduction to wildlife native to Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic region, featuring animal ambassadors from a variety of species and habitats. Presenter Bio: Raven Ridge Wildlife Center is a nonprofit…
Please check with your local library to find out how to register – dates are subject to change.
Lancaster Science Factory Programs Classifying Dinosaurs Students in grades K-5 sort and group dinosaurs based on shared characteristics, just like real scientists. Through classification activities, students learn how scientists organize living things and identify relationships between species. Date Time Library 6/16/2026 10:30am Milanof-Schock Library 7/29/2026 10:30am Moores Memorial Library Code a Prehistoric Adventure Students in grades PreK-2 use BeeBot robots to…
Learn about the new circulation periods & fines. How long can I have my Item? Books 2 Week Checkout | 2 renewals* $.30 per day ($.20 for kids items) Audio 2 Week Checkout | 2 renewals* $.30 per day ($.20 for kids items) DVDs 2 Week Checkout | 2 renewals* $.30 per day ($.20 for…
Public Libraries of Lancaster County Cooperative Internet and Computer Acceptable Use Policy The public libraries of Lancaster County strive to meet the cultural informational and educationalneeds of the communities we serve. The Library System of Lancaster County (LSLC) is a consortium of libraries made up of independentpublic libraries in Lancaster County, their branches, a bookmobile…