Join the Summer Reading Program at your Local Public Library or Bookmobile
June 2 to August 11
The Library System of Lancaster County would like to thank the generous literacy-minded Summer Reading Sponsors
- Auntie Anne’s, Inc.
- Barnyard Kingdom at Country Barn
- Bird-in-Hand Bakery & Café
- Bounce Kraze
- Cain’s Lanes
- The Castle Roller Skating
- Clearview Lanes
- The Comic Store
- Comics and Paperbacks Plus
- Dutch Wonderland – Family Amusement Park
- Isaac’s Restaurants
- Lancaster Barnstormers
- Lancaster Cupcake
- Lancaster Ice Rink
- Laserdome
- Leisure Bowling & Golf Center
- Magic & Wonder Show
- M&T Bank
- McDonald’s Restaurants
- Refreshing Mountain Ziplines
- Rita’s Ices
- Rocky Springs Entertainment Center
- Scratch Bakes
- Sequential Arts Too
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park
- Stoudt Advisors, Inc.
- Strasburg Rail Road Company
- Sugar Whipped Bakery
- Water’s Edge Miniature Golf & Ice Cream Shop
The Princess of Dutch Wonderland visits sponsored by Dutch Wonderland
Hank the Health Hero Puppet events sponsored by CHI St. Joseph Children’s Health
Please contact your local public library to register for events listed in this booklet, and other summertime
happenings offered at your library!
Adamstown Area Library
3000 N. Reading Rd. (Rte. 272)
Adamstown 717- 484-4200
Registration required for some events. Most events held at Library, some events held (PC) Peace United Church of Christ, 37 E. Swartzville Rd. (Route 897), Denver.
Summer Reading Kickoff Visits to the Adamstown Fire Company next door, crafts, games, face painting, food, & visits from service dogs & police. Sat. June 2 from 10 am–1:00 pm (All ages)
Pre-School Storytime Stories & simple craft every Tues & Wed at 10:00 am (Age 2-6 w/ adult)
Reader’s Choice Children’s Book Club Read the books in the series; activity & snack. Tue.: June 5 & 19; July 3 & 17; Aug. 7 & 21 at 6:30 pm (Age 5 & up)
Thursday Lapsit Program Stories, rhymes, songs & finger plays at 10:00 am (Newborn-age 2 w/adult)
Thursday Toddler Storytime Stories, rhymes, music & craft at 10:30 am (Age 2 & 3 w/adult)
Storytime with Corduroy Bring camera as we enjoy a special costume story time with Corduroy the Bear. Mon. June 11 at 6:30 pm (Preschool & up)
Bedtime Stories Children may wear PJ’S! Hear stories, make a craft, enjoy snack. Wed.: June 13; July 11; & Aug. 8 at 6:30 pm (Family)
Fridays Walk-in Craft Make & Take! Visit 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. June 15; July 20; Aug. 17 (Family)
Heads Up Lancaster presents: Breakdancing! (PC) Learn how it is to do such physical moves—join the fun & wear your sneakers! Tue. June 12 at 6:30 pm (Age 8+) Registration required.
On the Spot Songwriting Musician Pat Kocen helps us write our own rock song featuring our favorite things about summer. Mon. June 18 at 10:00 am (Age 5-10)
Tic-Tac-Toad Learn the similarities and differences between reptiles and amphibians, frogs and toads; natural history highlights & the reasons for their calls. Play tic-tac-toe with frog and toad calls. Thur. June 21 at 2:00 pm (All ages)
Giggle Magic: Toolbox Kidz Show (PC) Learn what it means to be different, but the same during this silly and fun show with puppets, magic and comedy! Wed. June 27 at 2:00 pm (Preschool+)
June 30, 1-3 variety of hands-on STEAM activities
MakeIT AAL – Catapults Learn about potential and kinetic energy; make and test miniature working catapults. Sat. June 30 from 10 am to 12 pm (Age 8-12) Registration required.
Mentalist Ran’D Shine Philadelphia’s award-winning mentalist will amaze adults and teens with his incredible mind-reading abilities. Mon. July 9 at 2:00 pm (Teen & Adult)
Science Matters – Science Explorers (PC) Explore the states of matter with bubbles, a spud launcher, leaf blowers and basketball! Wed. July 11 at 2:00 pm (Age 4+)
Swamp Songs and Marsh Melodies- Center for Aquatic Sciences (PC) as they explore and hear animals that communicate through songs; LIVE critters-Horseshoe Crab, maybe an Owl. Mon. July 16 at 6:30 pm (Age 5+)
Jones Geological Services – Rocks are a Blast from the Past What’s the difference: rocks vs. minerals? Can toothpaste come from rocks? Get fossil, see T-Rex replica footprint! Tue. July 17 at 10:30 am (Gr. K+)
American Girl Program Go back IN TIME TO 1954 with Maryellen. Enjoy & dance to 1950’s music, make poodle skirt for your Doll, games & ice cream! Mon. July 19 at 2:00 pm (Age 6-12) Registration required
Singing with Children’s Musician Mark DeRose (PC) Lancaster’s local musician shares fun & encouraging upbeat original songs and music for everyone! Tue. July 24 at 6:30 pm (All ages)
MakeIT AAL – Kaleidoscopes Make and decorate a kaleidoscope to take home! Sat. July 28 from 10 am to 12 pm. (Age 6-12) Registration required.
Lancaster Science Factory presents Newton’s Laws of Motion Hands-on fun using everyday objects to demonstrate Newton’s Laws of Motion. Sat. August 4 at 10:30 am (Age 6+) Limited space, registration required
End-of-Summer-Reading Party with activities, games, crafts, snacks, & prizes! Sat. August 11 from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon (Family)
Columbia Public Library
24 South Sixth St., Columbia
717-684-2255
https://columbiapubliclibrary.org/
lgreybill@columbiapubliclibrary.org
All programs are free of charge
Some events held on THURSDAYS AND FRIDAYS this year so that families may enjoy the Fresh Food Pantry. Wholesome fun & wholesome food!
Location Key:
GYM – Park Elementary gymnasium Gazebo- Locus Street Park Gazebo
Meet 10AM at the library & we’ll walk over together or meet at the playground equipment at Park School Back entrance.
Corduroy the Bear (GYM) It’s Corduroy’s 50th anniversary! Meet life-sized character-enjoy stories, coloring & simple puppet. Mon. June 11 at 10:00 am (Age 2-8 w/ caregiver)
Ryan Bridge, the Bug Guy (GYM) Close look into the crazy world of insects with displays-learn facts about insects & more! Tue. June 12 at 10:00 am (Family)
Stay Healthy with Miss Maggie Sings! (Gazebo) Fast-paced fun musical performance-one-of-a-kind puppets, songs & audience participation. Mon. June 18 at 10:00 am (Family)
Giggle Magic’s Toolbox Kidz Show (GYM) Meet Chicken Patti in a silly & fun show that shows how our special tool in the toolbox is KINDNESS! Tue. June 19 at 10:00 am (Family)
Science Matters with the Science Explorers (GYM) Take close look at the states of matter & explore with bubbles, a spud launcher, leaf blowers and basketball! Fri. June 22 at 10:00 am (Family)
Songs and Stories of Rock and Roll with Matthew Dodd (Gazebo) Short history of rock and roll through stories and songs, one or two from each rock & roll decade. Thur. June 28 at 10:00 am (Family)
Columbia Borough Fire Department-Fire Safety (GYM) Learn fire prevention & fire safety tips. See fire truck equipment & apparatus, full gear firefighter & meet Fire Safety dog Sparky! Children receive packet & helmet. Fri. July 6 at 10:00 am (Family)
Ran’D Shine (GYM) Named the 2016 Magician of the Year! Be amazed, witness incredible illusions and jaw-dropping sleight of hand! Mon. July 9 at 10:00 am (Family)
Rocks Are a Blast from the Past! – Jeri Jones of Jones Geological Services (GYM) What makes a rock a rock and a mineral, a mineral? Toothpaste made from rocks? Take home fossil. Thur. July 12 at 10:00 am (Family)
Break Dancing with Heads Up! (GYM) Mr. Jeo and Mr. John are back! Learn how it is to do such physical moves—join the fun & wear your sneakers! (NO flip flops if you’re planning on dancing). Mon. July 16 at 10:00 am (Age 6-teen)
Swamp Songs and Marsh Melodies-Center for Aquatic Sciences (GYM) Explore and hear animals that communicate through song; LIVE critters – Horseshoe Crab & other. Thur. July 19 at 10:00 am (Family)
Magician John Andrews (GYM) You’ll never find a better match than magic and rock and roll! Fri. July 20 at 10:00 am (Family)
Together We Are Music (Gazebo) Use our new instruments to create a parade celebrating our new library! Bongo drums, egg shakers, xylophone, more! Thur. July 26 at 10:00 am (Family)
“Peter and the Wolf” with Lancaster County Dept. of Parks and Recreation (GYM) Learn about predators and prey through the Peter and the Wolf story and soundtrack; hands-on examples of furs and skulls. Fri. July 27 at 10:00 am (Family)
Tour Sahd’s Metal Recycling Learn how old metal objects are recycled! See the can crusher & cranes in action. Meet at Sahd’s on Lancaster Avenue. PLEASE NO SANDALS OR FLIP-FLOPS. Must wear sneakers or closed toe shoes. Tue. July 31 at 10:00 am (Family)
Phredd McNaughton (Gazebo) WJTL Radio Personality & Ukulele Singer Songwriter is here singing “My Mom is a Pirate” & more! Thur. August 2 at 1:00 pm (Family) Gazebo
Red Rose Search and Rescue K-9 Unit (Gazebo) Meet Al & Patti Means & amazing bloodhounds Chip & Reuben. Learn how they locate lost people. How “hugging a tree” keeps you safe! Fri. August 3 at 10:00 am (Family)
Children’s Singer & Songwriter Mark DeRose (Gazebo or Library Terrace) Mark’s opened for bands such as Blues Traveler & performed at a Baltimore Ravens half-time show. Enjoy upbeat feel good music! Mon. August 6 at 10:00 am (Family)
Character Juggler Chris Ivey! (GYM) Juggling, comedy, art, audience interaction, music & astounding special effects! Tue. August 7 at 10:00 am (Family)
National Night Out Fire trucks, ambulances, emergency vehicles! Face painting, Life Lion helicopter, emergency response team activities & Library Scavenger Hunt. Turkey Hill & Herrs treats. Event at Glatfelter Field next to Anvil Corp. Tue. Aug. 7 from 5 to 8:00 pm (Family) Sponsored by Columbia Borough Police Department
National Watch & Clock Museum’s Clockworks (GYM) Museum Director Noel Poirier shows objects from the collection that utilize clockworks, gears & timing. See how clockwork technology is in our daily lives. Thur. August 9 at 10:00 am (Family)
Columbia Borough Police Dept. (Gazebo or Terrace) Friendly officers tell you what to do when someone offers you a drug; how some drugs can help us, while others are very harmful. Police are our friends! Mon. August 13 at 10:00 am (Family)
Fred Nell & Sadie, the Dog (Gazebo or Terrace) Sadie sniffs out substances – various illegal drugs & even explosives. Tue. August 14 at 10:00 am (Family)
Rockin’ Reptiles with Jesse Rothacker and Forgotten Friends Reptiles (Gazebo or Terrace) LIVE snakes, lizards, turtles & crocs from around the world. Thur. August 16 at 6:30 pm (Family)
Eastern Lancaster County Library
11 Chestnut Dr., New Holland
717- 354-0525
See full event listing at elancolibrary.org/events/
Registration is required for all youth programming
Maker Monday Different hands-on, creative activity weekly. June 4 – August 6 from 4:00-6:00 pm (Family)
Summer Storytime! Themed books, songs, rhymes, movement activities, or craft while building language & literacy skills. Tue.: June 5 – August 28 at 10:30 am (Age 3-8)
Teen Tuesdays Chill out, hang out & geek out in the library. June 5 – August 28 from 3:00-5:00 pm (Gr. 7-12)
Library Crew Help your community by helping out at the library! Thur.: June 7 – August 9 at 2:00 pm (Gr. 6, 7, 8)
Sensory Storytime Interactive program designed for children with special needs. Participants enjoy stories, songs & activities while improving literacy and social skills. Takes place when library is closed for a calmer environment. Sat.: June 2, July 7 & August 4 at 9:00 am (Age 3-8 w/adult caregiver)
Move and Groove Music, motion, sound, dance & stories! Wed.: June 6, 13, 20, & 27 at 10:30 am AND Thur.: June 7, 14, 21, & 28 at 2:00 pm (Age 2-6 w/adult caregiver)
Summer Reading Kick-Off with Lancaster Barnstormer’s CYLO Stories, activities & Cylo helps us celebrate reading and more! Thur. June 7 at 6:30 pm (Family)
Dutch Wonderland Princess Storytime Calling all Princes and Princesses for a Royal Storytime with the Dutch Wonderland Princess. Costumes welcomed! Thur. June 14 at 10:30 am (All ages)
First Responders Rock! Learn what first responders do & what’s needed to become a first responder, etc. Create letters, cards or drawings to give to first responders in need of one. Fri. June 15 at 2:00 pm (All ages)
Our Own Music- Vocal Science Learn how we talk (muscles, vibrations, etc.) & do some experiments-playing telephone, creating a string telephone, more! Mon. June 18 at 2:00 pm (K-6th)
Children’s Singer and Songwriter Mark DeRose Lancaster’s local musician shares fun & encouraging upbeat original songs and music for the whole family! Tue. June 19 at 1:00 pm (All ages)
Teen Music Club Bring an album you’re currently listening to & we’ll talk about it. Snacks available. Wed.: June 20, July 18 & August 22 at 2:00 pm (Gr. 7-12)
Teens Dungeons and Dragons Club Play tabletop role-playing game! Thur.: June 21, July 19 & August 16 from 3:00-5:00 pm (Gr. 7-12)
Preschool Block Party Build with wooden blocks! Wooden blocks teach young ones math and engineering skills. Thur.: June 21, July 19 & August 16 at 6:30 pm (Age 3-6)
Touch A Truck Our parking lot is filled with trucks to explore! Honk horns, pose for pictures & imagine you’re the driver! Sat. June 23 from 10:00 am – 12 noon (Family)
Science Matters with Science Explorers Take close look at the states of matter! How do bubbles, a spud launcher, a leaf blower & a basketball explore air pressure? Wed. June 27 at 6:30 pm (Age 4+)
Giggle Magic-Toolbox Kidz Show Giggle, cheer & see some puppetry! Silly, fun show about being kind, valuing others and friendship. Tue. July 10 at 10:30 am (PreK to 1st gr., older siblings welcome)
Parachute Play with parachute plus silly songs, rhymes, props (bubbles & balls)! Wed.: July 11, 18, 25; and August 1 at 10:30 am AND Thur.: July 12, 19, 26; August 2 at 2:00 pm (Age 1 – 3 w/caregiver)
Play K – Kindergarten Readiness “Play kindergarten” –young ones get ready for their 1st day of school with storytime, circle time, themed playscape, or “play and learn center” ea. week. Wed.: July 11 – August 15 at 1:00 pm (Age 4-5)
Body Beat Hands-on experiments shows how body position, exercise and body temperature affects heartbeats. Thur. July 12 at 3:00 pm (Tween/Teen/Gr. 6-12)
Junkyard Drumming Learn basics of rhythm using everyday objects to create a cohesive whole. Mon. July 16 at 2:00 pm (Age 8+) Limit 25
Jeri Jones Geologist -Rocks are a Blast from the Past Learn how rocks are formed, differences between rocks and minerals, see replica T-Rex footprint. Take home fossil. Tue. July 17 at 2:00 pm (Gr. K+)
Corduroy Visits the Library! Everybody’s favorite bear is here for stories & crafts. Fri. July 20 at 11:00 am (Family)
Swamp Songs & Marsh Melodies -Center for Aquatic Sciences Explore and hear animals communicated through songs. See Horseshoe Crab, maybe an Owl! Mon. July 23 at 6:30 pm (Age 4+)
Rhythm and Movement Learn about music, beat vs. pulse, and keeping the internal beat; concepts reinforced through games & exercises. Thur. July 26 at 6:30 pm (Age 8+)
Together We are Music- A Preschool Drumming Event Use basic instruments-our hands, drums, other percussion instruments—learn basic rhythm patterns, how to start together and stop together. Mon.: July 30 & August 6, 13, and 20 at 10:30 am (Age 3-6)
Rockin’ Reptiles with Jesse the Reptile Guy Lizards, turtles, alligators & snakes use their rhythms, beats and colors to perform one of the wildest shows on Earth. Mon. July 30 at 2:00 pm (Family; young children must sit w/adult caregiver)
Story Time with Hank the Health Hero Puppet: Nutrition What happens if you give Hank a box of cookies? Find out when Hank and friend share a book about healthy habits! Take home craft too. Tue. August 7 at 10:30 am (Ages)
Chopped: Tween Version Harness your inner chef! Prepare simple (with no cooking required) dishes. Thur. August 9 at 4:00 pm (Gr. 6-8)
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Party Let your stuffed animal find out what happens overnight at the Library! Drop stuffed animal off Fri. August 10 between 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Come back Sat. August 11 at 9:30 am for light breakfast-see what your pet did all night! (All ages)
Elizabethtown Public Library
10 South Market St., Elizabethtown
717-367-7467 ext. 23
Event space may be limited. Registration required unless otherwise noted.
Register online at www.etownpubliclibrary.org/Events, call 717-367-7467 ext. 23 or sign up at Library.
Location Key: CC- Coffee Company; LL- Lower Level
Summer Reading Kickoff Breakfast Enjoy delicious breakfast at the Library & Discover about this summer’s events. Breakfast from 7:00 to 9:00 am as supplies last, Get reading logs beginning at 9:00 am (Family)
LEGO® Club Meets 1st & 3rd Saturday/ea. month. Register for ea. session. If you register, please plan to attend. June 2, 16; July 7, 21 & Aug. 4 at 11:00 am (Age 5+) Limit 20/session
Passport to Summer Reading (CC) June 4-9 Get special Summer Reading passport & free Durian Latte sample. This week only, as supplies last. (Family)
Saturdays Sing-a-Long Enjoy sing-a-long version of your favorite movie or musical! Sat.: June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; July 7, 14, 21, 28; & August 4 & 11 at 10:30 am (Family) No Limit
Dog Tales with furry friends from K-Pets! Sign up for 10-15 min. timeslots; read with a K-Pets therapy dog individually. May bring your own book or choose one from our collection. Sat.: June 9, July 14 & Aug. 11 at 10:30 am (Age 5-9) Limit 10/session
So you want to be a Volunteer Intro to Library volunteering through hands-on activities & experience! Complete all 3 days-earn certificate. June 11, 12, & 13 at 6:00 pm (Age 12+) Limit 10
Mondays-Bedtime Stories Stories & weekly craft. June 11, 18, and 25; * no July 2, July 9, 16, 23 and 30; Aug.6 at 6:30 pm (Family) Limit 25 children/session
Tuesdays-Touch a Truck! Different vehicle weekly! June 12 start-off and explore an Elizabethtown Fire Department Fire Truck! Talk to a real firefighter. June 12, 19, and 26; * no July 3, July 10, 17, 24 and 31; Aug.7 at 10:30 am–in rear lot of library (Family)
Tuesdays-Chess Club Play chess with family & friends! Tue.: June 12, 19, 26 *no July 3, July 10, 17, 24 and 31; Aug. 7 at 10:30 am (All ages) Limit 14/session
Tuesdays-Crafternoons Make & take craft. Tue.: June 12, 26 *no June 19 or July 3, July 10, 17, 24 and 31; Aug. 7 at 2:00 pm (Age 5-12) Limit 20/session
Tuesdays-Make your own Band Create musical instruments. Tue.: June 12, 19, 26 *no July 3, July 10, 17, 24 and 31; Aug. 7 at 3:00 pm (Tween/Teen) Limit 20/session
Wednesdays-Baby Time Sweet simple stories, songs & action rhymes. June 13, 20; *no July 4, July 11, 18 and 25; Aug. 1 & 8 at 9:15 am (Newborn-17 mos. w/ adult caregiver; older children must be supervised for babies’ safety) Limit 15 pairs
Wednesdays-Toddler Time Busy action stories, songs & fun! June 13, 20: * no July 4, July 11, 18 and 25; Aug. 1 & 8 at 10:30 am (18-36 mos. w/ adult caregiver; younger children must be supervised for their safety) Limit 20 pairs
Thursdays-Family Storytime Stories, songs & craft. June 14, 21; *no July 5, July 12, 19 and 26; Aug. 2 & 9 at 10:30 am (Family) Limit 24 children/session
Breaker Space (LL) Bring old broken gadget from home-break it apart! Don’t have one-we’ll supply one! Thur.: June 14 & July 26 at 2:00 pm (Tween/Teen) Limit 10/session
Thursdays-Recipe Scramble (CC) Whether you’ve a favorite to share or looking for a new dish, this is for you! June 14, 21, 28; *no July 5, July 12, 19 and 26; Aug. 2 & 9 from 2:00-7:00 pm (Age 13+, or Age 10-12 w/ adult) No Limit
Thursdays- Food Exploration (CC) Explore new cooking techniques, taste test cuisine from different lands, more! June 14, 21, 28; *no July 5, July 12, 19 and 26; Aug. 2 & 9 at 4:30 pm (Age 13+, or Age 10-12 w/adult) Limit 20
Snore-y Time with Corduroy! Favorite Corduroy stories & meet this storybook costume character! Thur. June 14 at 6:30 pm (Family)
Friday Family Game Time Play board games! June 15-August 10 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm (Family) No Limit
Kindness Rocks Decorate smooth stones to inspire yourself & others to perform community random acts of kindness. For more info thekindnessrocksproject.com Fri. June 15 at 11:00 am (Age 8+) Limit 30
Geologist Jeri Jones -Rocks Are a Blast from the Past What’s the difference: rocks vs. minerals? Can you make toothpaste from rocks?! Take home fossil. Tue. June 19 at 2:00 pm (Age 5+)
Baby Mother Goose on the Loose [date,time TBA] (Newborn-17 mos. w/ adult caregiver; older children must be supervised for babies’ safety) Limit 15 pairs
Retro Technology Museum See & experience ancient artifacts from our technology past. Tue. June 19; July 10 & 31. Drop in 6:00 to 8:00 pm (Age 8+)
Giggle Magic Toolbox Kidz Show (LL) Get ready to laugh! Chicken Patti shows us about friendship and kindness. Thur. June 21 at 2:00 pm (Family) Limit 80
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Bring favorite stuffed friend to an overnight at the Library! Drop off Fri. June 22 from 10:30 am- 12 noon. Pick up Sat. June 23; see their slideshow adventures. (Family) Limit 30
Pattern Rocks Make kaleidoscope with small colorful stones & mirrors. Fri. June 22 at 11:00 am (Age 8+) Limit 30
Mark DeRose Children’s Musician (LL) Lancaster’s local musician shares fun & encouraging upbeat original songs & music for everyone! Tue. June 26 at 6:00 pm (Family) Limit 80
Wild Wednesdays (LL) Meet animal kingdom friends. Will they be furry, scaly, big or small? June 27, July 11 & 25, Aug 8 at 2:00 pm (Family) Limit 80
Science Matters with Science Explorers (LL) How do bubbles, a spud launcher, a leaf blower & a basketball explore different types of air pressure? Thur. June 28 at 2:00 pm (K-6th) Limit 80
Go STEAM with Cubetto Programming with robots. Thur. June 28 at 6:00 pm (Age 5-9) Limit 16
Music Rocks Decorate smooth stones with positive & meaningful song lyrics! Fri. June 29 at 11:00 am (Age 8+) Limit 30
Giant Games Play Giant Jenga, Giant Chinese Checkers & Giant Kerplunk! Fri. July 6 & 20; Aug. 3 at 11:00 am (Age 8+) Limit 10
Hank the Health Hero-Hank’s Quest: Feelings (LL) Set out on a quest with CHI St. Joseph’s Children’s Health Hank Puppet to talk about your feelings. Wed. July 11 at 1:30 pm (Family) Limit 80
Swamp Songs and Marsh Melodies-Center for Aquatic Sciences (LL) Explore and hear animals that communicate through songs; live critters! Thur. July 12 at 2:00 pm (Age 5-12) Limit 80
Family Bingo Night During Etown’s 2nd Friday Chance to win your choice of books from our assortment! Fri. July 13 at 6:00 pm (Family)
American Girl Book Club Join us for the tale Meet Addy. We share book’s last chapter as a group; with timely craft. Tue. July 17 at 6:30 pm (Age 8+) Limit 12
Go STEAM with littleBits invention based circuits. Wed. July 18 at 2:00 pm (Age 10-13) Limit 16
Shake, Rock and Roll: Earthquakes on Earth (LL) Learn about earthquake science, why we don’t have many here & history of some famous ones! Thur. July 19 at 2:00 pm (Tween/Teen) Limit 50
Drive-in Movie Night (LL) Decorate your “car” & practice using “money” to buy snacks. Bring pillow to make your car cozy. Youth Desk has movie info. Thur. July 19 at 5:30 pm; movie at 6:00 pm (Age 3-10; older family members welcome) Limit 30 to make a car.
Snow Day in July Make ice cold slime, have indoor snowball fight, more! Sat. July 21 at 10:00 am (Age 5-9) Limit 20
Make Halo Halo (CC) Make & enjoy a Philippines favorite dessert variation with homemade ice cream as the base. Thur. July 26 at 6:00 pm (Tween/Teen) Limit 20
Kitchen Rocks Decorate beautiful ceramic trivet. Fri. July 27 at 11:00 am (Teen) Limit 10
No Limits (CC) Explore allergy & school safe food options to take the limits off school lunches and broaden your dining horizons. Nuts & gluten may be present in the environment. Date/Time TBA (Tween/Teen) Limit 20
Junkyard Drumming (LL) Learn about the basics of rhythm using everyday objects to create a cohesive whole. Thur. Aug 2 at 6:00 pm (Tween/Teen.) Limit 25
Libraries Rock Lollopolooza! Activities, a sweet treat & turn in your reading logs for prizes (if you haven’t done so already). Held in Youth Services. Sat. Aug. 11 from 10 am-1:00 pm (Family)
Event schedule & program limits subject to change. Check Library’s online calendar for schedule additions, to confirm date, time and eligibility for events.
Ephrata Public Library
550 South Reading Rd., Ephrata
717-738-9291
Event registration required. Call or visit our website to register.
Healthy Day in the Park Join us and our Wellspan Health partners for family fun in Ephrata’s Grater Park! Sign up for GO Ephrata and Summer Reading, visit the Health Fair, browse our pop-up book sale, play book bingo! Sat. June 2 from 9 am-12 pm (All ages)
Not Bored Board Games for Teens Play games like One Night Ultimate Werewolf, Codenames, Apples to Apples, more! Mon.: June 4; July 2; August 6 at 4:00 pm (Age 12-18)
Kid’s Coders Club Learn basic concepts behind computer coding. Wed.: June 6, 20; July 11; August 8 at 4:00 pm (Age 5-7)
Recycled Music: Make Your Own Instrument out of found and recycled objects! Mon.: June 11; August 7 at 3:00 pm (Age 8-12)
My Favorite Book Club Bring your favorite book, tell us why you love it-inspire new friends to read it. Mon.: June 11; July 9; August 13 at 5:30 pm (Age 12-18)
Summer Reading Carnival The Princess from Dutch Wonderland (at 5 pm) is here for special story time, VanGo Museum on Wheels is onsite, and Popovsky Performing Arts has children’s musical instrument craft. Mon. June 11 from 4-7:00 pm (Family)
Get Outside: Extreme Spoons is a fast-paced card game of matching with a surprising twist! Wear shoes you can run in! Thur. June 12 at 1:00 pm (Age 10+)
Feel the Music: Paint Along! Let paintbrushes guide your imagination in open-ended activity, when listening to different musical concepts such as tempo, rhythm & mood. Wed. June 13 at 5:00 pm (Age 5-8)
Foodie Lab for Kids One child plus one parent or guardian equals healthy food-making fun. Thur.: June 14; July 12; August 9 at 4:30 pm (Age 8-12)
Rainbow Rush: Gaming Tournaments Do you have skills to survive the turns in rainbow road, strategy for puyo puyo tetris, and fast reflexes for Runbow—if so, you may leave with rainbow themed prize! Sat. June 16 from 9 am-1:00 pm (Age 10+)
Family Kickball Play kickball at the library! Sat. June 16 at 10:00 am (Family)
Science Saturdays Experiments and fun STEM challenges such as creating baking soda bottle rockets & unbreakable eggs. Sat.: June 16 & 30: July 14; August 11 at 11:00 am (All ages)
Be An Artist: Nature Printmaking Camp 3-day camp. Create sun-prints and explore techniques to make paste papers. Mon. June 18 – Wed. June 20 at 1:00 pm (Age 4 & 5)
Messy Monday: Make Your Own T-Shirt Bring t-shirt, we have supplies – be prepared to get messy! Mon. June 18 at 1:00 pm (Age 13-18)
PlayPals Youngsters socialize while playing with variety of toys, books and imagination stations. Mon.: June 18 & 25; July 2 & 16 & 30; August 8, 13 & 20 at 3:30 pm (Age 2-4)
“Fair Housing Five” Book Reading and Discussion with the Lancaster Housing & Opportunity Partnership (LHOP) Samaria and the people she meets experience housing discrimination in “The Fair Housing Five and the Haunted House”. Discussion & activities follow. Wed. June 20 at 3:30 pm (Age 10-18)
Owl Opera with Lancaster County Parks and Recreation Hoot like the owls while learning about their unique sounds, life cycle & opportunity to examine owl pellet. Wed. June 20 at 10:00 am (Age 5+)
The John Maxwell Team Leadership Game Ignite critical thinking, improve teamwork skills! Game is designed to help you understand core leadership principles & values in fun and engaging setting. Thur. June 21; August 16 at 1:00 pm (Age 13-18)
Action Art Kids Camp Roll, smash, squeeze and drip in this creative movement based art program; wear old clothes, prepare to get messy! Mon. June 25 – Wed. June 27 at 11:00 am (Age 4 & 5)
Sidewalk Chalk Party! Add a little color to the library’s sidewalk! Mon. June 25 from 12-3:00 pm (All ages)
Giggle Magic: Toolbox Kidz A chicken, a whole lot of eggs, magic & music, & Ziggy the Zebra help deliver the message of diversity, friendship and kindness! Wed. June 27 at 10:00 am (Family)
Loose Parts Workshop Engage your child’s imagination & play with found objects in our “Loose Parts” workshop. Playing with found objects enriches a child’s ability to socialize, innovate, take risks & problem solve. Wed.: June 27; July 18 at 2:00 pm (Age 3-6)
Edible Geodes! After introduction to the beautiful, yet inedible, rock formation, we’ll make our own candy geodes! Thur. June 28 at 6:00 pm (Age 10-18)
Adopt a Pet Rock! Are you allergic to cats or dogs? That’s okay, not to worry! Have fun creating your own pet rock. Tue. July 3 at 4:30 pm (Age 5+)
Exploring K-Pop! K-Pop, or Korean Pop–we’re celebrating this unique music genre! Explore the Mango language learning resource, learn a little Korean! Mon. July 9 at 12 pm (Age 8-18)
Whirled of Wonderment Hooping Show Hoop-centric, interactive show filled with energy! Join Jenny Hill for some spinspiration! Tue. July 10 at 1:00 pm (Age 10-18)
Hooping Playshop Tweens and teens will learn basic hooping techniques and skills from Jenny Hill, a multi-disciplinary art educator and performer. Monday, July 10 at 2:30 pm (Teen/Tween)
Swamp Songs and Marsh Melodies-Center for Aquatic Science Explore and hear animals that communicate through songs. Live critters – horseshoe crab, other! Wed. July 11 at 10:00 am (Age 5+)
Henna for Teens Learn about the ancient art of Henna & create designs on each other. Signed permission slip required to participate AND must be registered to attend. Mon. July 16 at 2:00 pm (Age 12-18)
Corduroy, the Bear! Listen to stories when costume storybook character visits! Mon. July 16 at 3:30 pm (Age 3-6)
TEENTalk Art & Community Action Find your voice and make it heard; explore civic and community action through art. Mon. July 16 AND Wed. July 18 at 6:00 pm (Age 13-18)
Mad Hatter’s Un-Birthday Party Become a hatter, create your own mad cap! Do you have what it takes to win the tongue twisting race? Tea & light refreshments served. Tue. July 17 at 12 pm (Age 8-18)
Heads Up Break Dancing Learn the basics of rhythm using everyday objects to create a cohesive whole. Wed. July 18 at 10:00 am (Age 8+) Limit 25
Around the World: Mexico! Learn language, make food & play game from this culture. Thur. July 19 at 3:00 pm (Age 10+)
Story Time Under the Stars Outdoor evening story time under the stars, listen to story & night-time nature sounds. Mon. July 23 at 6:00 pm (Age 3-6)
Rocks are a Blast from the Past: Jones Geological Survey Learn differences between rocks and minerals; how rocks create earthquakes. Take home fossil, see T-Rex footprint replica. Tue. July 24 at 3:00 pm (Age 5+)
Double Dutch Tournament and Free Jump Create rhyme & chant as you leap into the air. Learn safe ways to exit and enter the rope. Wear comfortable clothing. All minors must have waiver signed by parent or legal guardian to participate. Youth divided into age groups: 5-12, 13-18. Tue. July 24 at 6:00 pm (Age 5-18)
Science Matters! – Science Explorers takes close look at the states of matter, exploring with bubbles, a spud launcher, leaf blowers and basketball! Know about Bernoulli & different types of air pressure. Wed. July 25 at 10:00 am (Age 4+)
Extreme Musical Chairs Gather on library lawn for an age old game with an added twist! Run, jump and do more on your way to victory! Please wear sneakers! Mon. July 30 at 5:00 pm (Age 13-18)
Children’s Musician Mark DeRose Enjoy upbeat music and songs for the family with Lancaster’s own talented singer! Wed. August 1 at 10:00 am (All ages)
Kid’s Drum Circle Learn about rhythms, rests, counting, tempos, more. Wed. August 8 at 6:00 pm (Age 5+)
Human Chess Ultimate battle as two teams face off! Real chess rules may not apply during this dramatic and fun game; participants must register. Mon. August 20 at 2:00 pm (Age 12-18)
Lancaster Public Library
125 N. Duke Street, Lancaster
717- 394-2651 x124
www.lancasterpubliclibrary.org
youthservices@lancasterpubliclibrary.org
Children under age 9 must be accompanied by a caretaker age 13 or older. Registration is required for most programs. All programs are free.
Location Key:
BA – Bates Auditorium CR – Clark Room
WR – Windolph Room CA – Children’s Area
Summer Reading Kickoff! (BA) CYLO from Lancaster Barnstormer’s visits at 10:30 am; followed by Silly Joe entertaining with silly songs & fun! Get your Summer Reading logs! Sat. June 2 at 11:00 am (All ages; no registration necessary)
Monday Knitting Club (CR) Learn to knit! Basic materials & instruction provided. May bring own project to work on. Begins June 4 at 6:30 pm (Age 9+, adults welcome)
Tuesday Summer Gaming (BA) Hang out, play XBOX 360 & Wii. Or play board & strategy games. Begins June 5 at 4:00 pm (Age 13-18)
Family Movie Night (BA) Set your watches/planner/sundials for the 1st Tue./month for full-length movie! Library has movie schedule. June 5, July 3, Aug. 7 at 6:00 pm (All ages)
Dutch Wonderland Princess at the Library! (BA) Famous princess from Dutch Wonderland visits to read a story with us! Thur. June 7 at 10:30 am (All ages)
Preschool Storytime (BA) Begins June 12; then every 2nd and 4th Tue. at 10:30 am. Hank the Health Hero Puppet on July 10. (Age 3-6)
Family Yoga (BA) Every 2nd Tue., simple structured class on yoga basics & healthy lifestyle. June 12, July 10, Aug. 14 at 6:00 pm (All ages)
Lapsit Storytime (BA) Begins June 13 at 10:30 am; then every 2nd & 4th Wed. and Thur. afterwards (Newborn-3 yrs.)
Hula Hoop Weaving (BA) Need a new bedroom rug? Join Miss Jen & create your own rug using hula hoop & old t-shirts. Wed. June 13 at 6:00 pm (Age 9-12)
Crafternoons (CR) Join us each Thursday-make new crafty creation! Begins June 14 at 3:00 pm (Age 9-18)
Board Game Night (BA) Board & card games, Legos, snacks & friends! Every 2nd Thur. of the month. June 14, July 12, Aug. 9 at 5:00 pm (Age 10-13)
Make Some Noise (BA) Lancaster Parks and Recreation shows how to make simple musical instruments. Mon. June 18 at 10:30 am (Age 5-12)
Groove Pizza (BA) Learn about beat and rhythm; create your own digital tunes. Tue. June 19 at 2:00 pm (Age 8-12)
Teen Robotics (BA) Variety of robotics opportunities & fun! Wed.: June 20; July 18; Aug. 1 at 6:00 pm (Age 13-18)
STEM Night (BA) Stevens College of Technology “STEM in Gear” program! Topics TBA. Mon.: June 25; July 23; Aug. 27 at 6:00 pm (Age 9-13)
Legos & More (BA) Travel station to station. Use building toys-play with Legos, Duplos, Lincoln Logs, Tinker Toys, blocks, more! Tue.: June 26; July 24; Aug. 28 at 6:00 pm (All ages)
Young Adult Book Club (BA) Discuss popular book ea. month. Titles TBD. Wed.: June 27; July 25; Aug. 22 at 6:00 pm (Age 12-18)
Giggle Magic (BA) You’ll love learning about friendship, diversity & kindness in this fun show filled with puppets, magic and giggles! Thur. June 28 at 10:30 am (Age 2-8)
CoderDojo (WR) Professional software developers teach you how to code, develop websites, apps, programs & games. Use variety of web-based tools & games (Scratch, Lightbot and Blockly). Thur.: June 28; July 26; Aug. 23 at 6:30 pm (Age 9-18)
Story Time with Hank the Health Hero Puppet: Nutrition What happens if you give Hank a box of cookies? Find out when Hank and friend share a book about healthy habits! Take home craft too. Tue. July 10 at 10:30 am (All ages)
Swamp Songs & Marsh Melodies (BA) Come learn about animals that communicate through songs – and meet a few LIVE critters too! Tue. July 10 at 2:00 pm (Age 5+)
Jeri Jones -Rocks are a Blast from the Past! (BA) How is a rock formed? How do rocks create earthquakes? How can rocks make toothpaste? Take home fossil. Wed. July 11 at 6:00 pm (Age 5+)
Scratch Jazz (BA) Use Scratch programming software to code your own jazzy creations! Mon. July 16 at 2:00 pm (Age 8-12)
Corduroy Visit and Storytime (BA) Celebrate Corduroy’s 50th anniversary with the loveable bear himself! Tue. July 17 at 10:30 am (All ages)
Minute to Win It (BA) Test your skills in a variety of wacky mini-games in a tournament style setting. Tue. July 17 at 1:00 pm (Age 9-12)
Teen Rock Band (BA) Play guitar, bass, drums, or sing your heart out! Tue. July 17 at 5:30 pm (Age 13-18)
Go Green: Recycling Racers (BA) Use recycled materials to build and race your own earth-friendly racecar. Wed. July 18 at 2:00 pm (Age 8-12)
Music with Mark DeRose (BA) Lancaster’s Children’s Singer/Songwriter shares his music in this upbeat and fun performance for whole family! Thur. July 19 at 10:30 am (All ages)
Breakdancing with Heads Up Lancaster (BA) Learn basic breakdancing moves from a pro, Jeo Ramos! Wear sneakers, be prepared to move! Thur. July 19 at 6:00 pm (Age 8+)
MakerFest (BA) Show off your creations at Library’s very 1st MakerFest! Or stop by to see what the talented kids in our community are making. Sat. July 21 11:00 am – 2:00 pm (All ages; registration required for makers, open to public to drop in and view)
Science Explorers: Science Matters (BA) Take close look at the states of matter using bubbles, a spud launcher, leaf blowers, and a basketball! Wed. July 25 at 2:00 pm (Age 4+)
Teen Escape Room (BA) Work as a team to beat the 60-minute countdown clock as you tackle a suspenseful challenge! Mon. July 30 at 5:30 pm (Age 13-18)
Summer Rocks! (BA) Musician Pat Kocen helps us write our own rock song featuring our favorite things about summer. Tue. July 31 at 10:30 am (Age 5-12)
Teen Board Game Night (BA) Bring friends & favorite games for 2 hr. game-a-thon. Or meet new friends & check out library’s game collection. Tue. July 31 at 5:30 pm (Age 13-18)
Dessert Sushi and Anime Viewing (BA) Make dessert sushi; then snack on it watching Japanese anime film and/or playing Sushi Go! Thur. Aug. 2 at 5:30 pm (Age 9-12)
Chopped @ LPL (BA) Participants given 3 mystery ingredients and are tasked with creating a tasty treat in these categories: appetizers and desserts. Guest judges taste the dishes & award prizes to the best concoctions. Mon. Aug. 6 at 6:00 pm (Age 11-18)
Teen End of Summer Party (BA) If you completed the Summer Reading Program, you’re eligible to register for this special party! Food, music, karaoke, Rock band! Raffle prizes for everyone! Prizes: books, gift cards & grand prize! *Must have completed the Summer Reading Program at the Lancaster Public Library or one of its branches (Leola or Mountville) to register.* Fri. Aug. 17 from 5:30 – 8:30 pm (Age 13-19)
Lancaster Public Library – Leola Branch
46 Hillcrest Ave. Leola, PA 17540
717- 656-7920
www.lancasterpubliclibrary.org
Children under age 9 must be accompanied by a caretaker age 13 or older. Registration required for most events. All events are free.
Story Time Story time introduces a variety of musical themes through stories & activities. Tue.: June 5 and June 19 at 10:30 am (Age 2-7)
Corduroy Visits Stop by-see Corduroy, the bear! Sat. June 9 at 10:30 am (Age 2+)
Basic Junkyard Drumming Using teamwork and cooperation Let’s Get LOUD as we learn basis rhythms using everyday objects. Wed. June 13 at 2:00 pm (Age 8+) Limit 25
Toolbox Kidz Show- Giggle Magic Get ready for laughter & silliness with Chicken Patti, as she shows how kindness can be you most powerful tool. Wed. June 20 at 2:00 pm (Age 2-10)
Science Matters-Science Explorers Take close look at states of matter & explore with bubbles, a spud launcher, leaf blowers and basketballs! Wed. June 27 at 2:00 pm (Age 4+)
Mark DeRose Children’s Singer/Songwriter Lancaster’s local musician shares fun & encouraging upbeat original songs and music for whole family! Wed. July 11 at 2:00 pm (All ages)
Dutch Wonderland Princess Day Story time with the princess! Tue. July 17 at 10:30 am (Age 2-8)
Kindness Rocks Spread random acts of kindness by creating painted rocks for others to find. Wed. July 18 at 2:00 pm (Age 6-12)
Swamp Songs & Marsh Melodies –Center for Aquatic Science Explore and hear animals that communicate through songs. Live critters – Horseshoe Crab, maybe an owl! Mon. July 23 at 2:00 pm (Age 5-18)
Jeri Jones -Rocks are a Blast from the Past Want to see a T-rex footprint, learn the difference between a rock and a mineral. Can you make toothpaste with rocks? Mon. July 30 at 2:00 pm (Age 5+)
Lancaster Public Library – Mountville Branch
120 College Ave., Mountville
717- 285-3231
www.lancasterpubliclibrary.org
Children under age 9 must be accompanied by a caretaker age 13 or older. Registration required for most programs. All programs are free.
Dog-Wagging Read-Aloud Practice reading skills reading to a lovable dog through Delta Pet Partners. Sign up for 15 min. timeslots. Sat.: June 2; July 7; Aug. 4 at 10:30 am (Readers going into Gr.1-4)
Mamma Goosie Story Time Mamma Goosie’s weekly story time introduces variety of musical themes through stories & activities. Thur.: June 7 –August 16 at 10:15 am (Age 2-7) NO STORY TIME 7/26/18
Afternoon at the Movies A koala impresario stages a grand singing competition for the world’s animals in order to save his elegant theater and bring it back to its former glory. Movie rated PG. Fri. June 8 at 2:00 pm (All ages)
Kindness Rocks Spread random acts of kindness by creating painted rocks for others to find. Mon. June 11 at 10:30 am (Age 6-12)
Piggy Reading Time with Harley Build reading confidence with the help of our oinky friend, a CERTIFIED THERAPY PIG! Sign up for 15-minute timeslots & read to a pig! Wed.: June 13- August 8 at 10:30 am (Readers going into Gr. 1-4)
What Makes Bees Buzz Explore how bees make sound. Hear story, make Bee Hummer & experiment making different Hummer sounds. Wed. June 13 at 4:00 pm (Age 6-12)
Rock N Roll Over Dead Find out whether natural causes were to blame or if the music librarian met a more sinister demise in this interactive mystery game. Thur. June 14 at 6:00 pm (Age 12-18)
Mark DeRose Music- Singer/Songwriter Upbeat original songs encouraging kids to embrace & enjoy life to its fullest, be creative and be confident! Mon. June 18 at 10:30 am (All ages)
Hop into Summer, Musical Frogs Be inspired by Marsh Music by Marianne Berkes & create your own marshes. Tue. June 19 at 10:30 am (Age 2 ½ to 5)
Basic Junkyard Drumming Using teamwork and cooperation, let’s get LOUD–learn basic rhythms using everyday objects. Mon. June 25 at 10:30 am (Age 8+) Limit 25
Battle of the Songs You think you know music? See how well you do as we play head to head to guess the song. Thur. June 28 at 4:00 pm (Age 12-18)
Crafttime/Buildtime Musical themed craft times. Fri.: June 29 – August 3 at 10:30 am -12:30 pm (Age 2-10)
Game Day Interactive Wii fun. Mon. July 2 at 1:00 pm (Age 12-18)
Patriotic Story Time Pay attention on the 4th so you can win on the 5th as we name that Patriotic tune. Thur. July 5 at 4:00 pm (Age 6-12)
Toolbox Kidz Show- Giggle Magic Laughter & fun as we see how kindness can be you most powerful tool. Mon. July 9 at 10:30 am (Age 2-10)
Perfect Pitch Batter Up! Your team has over 400 years of experience. You need to create a perfect line-up once you learn the players. Choose musical era and have a BALL. Thur. July 12 at 4:00 pm (Age 6-12)
Stuffed Animal Story Time Let’s send our friends off for with a few good stories. As our furry friends stay the weekend at the library. Sat. July 14 at 10:30 am (Age 2-10)
Swamp Songs & Marsh Melodies Explore and hear animals that communicate through songs. Live critters – Horseshoe Crab, maybe an owl. Mon. July 16 at 10:30 am (Age 5-18)
Jingle, Jam, Jive Remember special occasions or important information by creating jingles. Wed. July 18 at 4:00 pm (Age 6-12)
Corduroy Visits Stop by and see Corduroy! Thur. July 19 at 10:15 am (Age 2+)
Science Explorers -Science Matters Explore with bubbles, a spud launcher, leaf blowers & basketballs! Mon. July 23 at 10:30 am (Age 4+)
Buttons Galore Join us as we create musical themed buttons. Wed. July 25 at 4:00 pm (Age 12-18)
Jeri Jones -Rocks are a Blast from the Past Want to see a T-rex footprint? Learn the difference between a rock and a mineral. Toothpaste from rocks?! Mon. July 30 at 10:30 am (Age 5+)
CHOPPED Test your cooking skills! You’ll be given 3 mystery ingredients and tasked with creating a tasty treat. Guest judges taste and award prizes for the best concoctions. Thur. August 2 at 5:00 pm (Age 12-18)
Afternoon at the Movies Despite his family’s baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz. Movie rated PG. Fri. August 3 at 2:00 pm (All ages)
Music From Around the World Join use as we travel around the world with music & puppets. Mon. August 6 at 4:00 pm (Age 3-8)
Rockin and Rollin at the Library Go on a Sonic Adventure, play & create as we match pictures and sounds, draw and play. Wed. August 15 at 10:30 am (Age 3-6)
Lititz Public Library
651 Kissel Hill Rd., Lititz
(717) 626-2255
Registration required; please call library no more than two weeks in advance of each event.
Summer Reading Kickoff! Bring favorite teddy bear to the library; meet storybook costumed character Corduroy. Tue. June 12 at 10:00 am (All ages)
Block Play Blocks of all kinds offer children opportunities to learn, express themselves & socialize with others. Thur.: June 14; July 19; August 16. All at 10:00 am (Age 3 -6)
Yoga Stories for Children Denise Lorah leads children in safe & playful ways to become more active through yoga poses. Mon.: June 18 – August 6, NO July 3 at 9:30 am & 10:15 am (Age 6-9)
Tuesdays Book Buddies Hear story as a large group; then go read with your buddy. Enjoy doing craft together. June 19 – July 31 at 10:00 am (Age 3- 10) Sponsored by the American Legion Garden Spot Post 56
Giggle Magic – Toolbox Kidz Marcy Klutchka rivets young audiences in fun-filled variety show–learn that KINDNESS is a POWER TOOL! Tue. June 19 at 1:00 pm (All ages)
Bravura Brass Enjoy family-fun interactive music program based on the Libraries Rock theme. Wed. June 20 at 6:30 pm (All ages)
Science Explorers – Science Matters! The action never stops! Learn about Newton’s Three Laws of Motion–how do bubbles & leaf blowers come into play? Tue. June 26 at 1:00 pm (Age 5+)
Children’s Musician Mark DeRose Upbeat musical fun for whole family! Original songs & activities encourage young listeners to embrace life to its fullest. Thur. June 28 at 6:30 pm (Age 3+)
Freaky Fridays Hear story, then go explore several themed related hands-on stations. June 29; July 27; August 17. All at 1:00 pm (All ages)
Jeri Jones Geological Services-Rocks are a Blast from the Past Learn difference between rocks and minerals; how rocks create earthquakes! Audience participation & take home Pennsylvania fossil. Tue. July 10 at 1:00 pm (Gr. K+)
Center for Aquatic Sciences – Swamp Songs & Marsh Melodies Explore and hear animals that communicate through songs; with live critters! Wed. July 18 at 1:00 pm (Gr. K+)
Family Stages-The Jungle Book Baloo and the friendly animals of the Indian jungle rally around the lost boy, Mowgli, to protect him from the prowling tiger, Shere Khan. Two actors play all the parts. Wed. July 25 at 1:00 pm (Age 5+)
Lancaster County Department of Parks and Recreation-Let It Rain Listen to Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain, make rain stick, enjoy a cooperative rain making activity. Mon. August 6 at 6:30 pm (Age 5+)
Heads Up Lancaster – Junkyard Drumming Learn about the basics of rhythm using everyday objects to create a cohesive whole. Mon. August 13 at 6:30 pm (Age 10+) Limit 25.
Manheim Community Library
15 E. High St., Manheim
717- 665-6700
Make Your Own Button Month Get a button template with your Summer Reading Bag & design your button! Return your design to the library before June 30–have your button made. June 1 – June 30 (All ages)
Steven Courtney in Concert & Corduroy Bear Kick-off Summer Reading with music & fun! Get summer reading bag; enjoy the show! See Corduroy at 10:00 am; Concert starts at 10:30 am. Sat. June 16 (All ages)
Circus School of Lancaster Family Fun Event Learn circus performer skills! Bring the family to play & learn. Mon. June 18 & 25 at 10:00 am (Age 4+) Limit 6-8
Tuesdays Reading with Calvin and Hobbes Read to Certified Therapy Dogs, Australian Labradoodles Calvin and Hobbes. June 19 to July 31 at 10:00 am (All ages)
CHOPPED! Create a 3 course meal with only a few ingredients. All dishes will be plated and judged by a panel of local professionals. Tue.: June 19 AND Aug. 14 at 6:00 pm (Age 12-17) Limit 15. Signup Required.
Giggle Magic-Toolbox Kidz Show A chicken, a whole lot of eggs (yes, eggs!), magic, music & silly puppets deliver messages of Diversity, Friendship and KINDNESS. Wed. June 20 at 10:00 am (Age 2-7)
Thursdays Family Storytime Stories, music, activities & fun! June 21 to Aug. 21 at 10:00 am (All ages)
Fridays Creative Writing Develop weekly theme based short story; Mystery, Fairytale, Historical Fiction & Graphic Novel topics. Brain food included J June 22 to July 3 at 10:00 am (Gr. 3+)
Singing with Children’s Musician Mark DeRose Lancaster’s local musician shares fun & encouraging upbeat original songs and music for everyone! Wed. June 27 at 10:00 am (All ages)
ROCK OUT in July Write song to sing or play; or decorate a real rock. Complete project–post a pic to our Facebook photo album. Show pic to library staff & claim prize. July 1 to July 31 (All ages)
Rhythm and Cues Acting 4 weeks of acting fun! Perform for family & friends at the last session! Fri.: July 6 to July 27 at 10:00 am (Gr. 3+)
Tuesday Summer Block Parties Weekly building themes. Work with wooden blocks, Legos, k’nex, magna-tiles, more. July 3 to July 24 at 11:30 am (Age 4+)
Whirled of Wonderment & Workshop with Jenny Hill Hoop-centric interactive show; learn hoop skills-basic waist hooping to hoop tricks! Mon. July 9 at 1:00 pm (Gr. 3-8) Limit 12, Signup Required.
Science Matters with Science Explorers Take close look at the states of matter! How do bubbles, a spud launcher, a leaf blower & a basketball explore air pressure? Wed. July 11 at 10:00 am (Age 4+)
tory Time with Hank the Health Hero Puppet: Nutrition What happens if you give Hank a box of cookies? Find out when Hank and friend share a book about healthy habits! Take home craft too. Thur. July 12 at 10:00 am (All ages)
Go Green Engineering! Use Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics skills to build machines out of recycled materials. Work in pairs. Thurs. July 12 at 12 noon (Gr. 2-5) Limit 25, Signup Required
Swamp Songs & Marsh Melodies -Center for Aquatic Sciences Explore and hear animals communicated through songs. LIVE CRITTERS: Horseshoe Crab, maybe an Owl! Wed. July 18 at 10:00 am (Age 4+)
Making Music with Pat Kocen Create new songs to a 1950’s tune! Hands-on music experience. Tue. July 24 at 12:00 noon (K-5th) Signup Required
Basic Break Dancing with Heads Up Lancaster Learn break dancing skills with Jeo Ramos & teacher friends! Wear sneakers; be prepared to move! Wed. July 25 at 10:00 am (Age 8+) Limit 25, Signup Required
Make Some Noise with Lanc. Co. Parks Dept. Make simple instruments; see how to change your instrument to change the sound! Wed. August 1 at 10:00 am (Age 5+) Limit 25, Signup Required
Rocks are a Blast from the Past – Jeri Jones Geological Service Learn about rocks, minerals and fossils. Can rocks make toothpaste? How do earthquakes happen? Take home Pennsylvania fossil. Wed. Aug. 15 at 10:00 am (K-6th)
End of Summer Party with sweet treats! Drop In! Thur. Aug. 23 from 10:00-11:00 am (All ages)
Manheim Township Public Library
595 Granite Run Dr., Lancaster
717-560-6441
Event space may be limited. Registration required unless otherwise noted. Register online, by phone or in person. Events are free.
The Dancing Bears Summer Reading Program Kickoff Concert Celebrate with the children’s band, The Dancing Bears! Sat. June 2 at 10:30 am (All ages)
Parachute Play Cooperative movement program. Mondays, Tuesdays & Fridays at 10:00 am (18 mos.; younger than 3 yrs. w/adult)
Baby Mania Babies share stories, songs, rhymes & games with their grown-ups. Tuesdays at 10:45am, Thursdays at 1:00 pm, and Saturdays at 9:30 am (Newborn – 18 mos. w/adult)
Toddler Time Stories, rhymes with music & dance. Wednesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays at 10:30 am (18 mos. – 3 yrs. w/adult).
Preschool Party Stories, songs, puppets, art, experiments & silly stuff! Tuesdays at 10:45 am, Wednesdays at 1:00 pm, and Saturdays at 11:30 am (Age 3 – 6)
Oh! Snap Circuits® at the Library! Learn fundamental physical principles: polarity, contact, current, series vs. parallel and short-circuits, while ‘snapping’ together cool experiments that buzz, whistle, flash, fly & more! Tue.: June 5, July 3 & August 7 at 4:30 pm (Age 8+)
Mini-Science Workshops based on “Peep and the Big Wide World.” Mon.: June 11, July 9 & August 13 at 2:00 pm (Age 4-7)
Mondays Family Movie Nights June 11 & 25; July 9 & 23; August 6 & 20 at 6:00 pm (All ages) First come, first seated.
Kids Booked on Tuesdays Read books you choose, join community of readers, share & discuss w/ snacks! June 12 – August 7 at 1:30 pm (Entering Gr.3-4)
Tween Booked on Wednesdays Read books you choose, join community of readers, share & discuss w/ snacks! June 13 – August 8 at 3:00 pm (Entering Gr. 5-6)
Tic-Tac-Toad Learn the similarities and differences between reptiles and amphibians, frogs and toads; natural history highlights & the reasons for their calls. Play tic-tac-toe with frog and toad calls. Thur. June 14 at 2:00 pm (Age 5+)
Teen Booked on Thursdays Read books you choose, join community of readers, share & discuss w/ snacks! June 14 – August 9 at 4:00 pm (Entering Gr.7+)
Beginners Booked on Fridays Read books you choose, join community of readers, share & discuss w/ snacks! June 15 – August 10 at 2:00 pm (Entering Gr. 1-2 and reading independently)
Tween Cooking Make & eat culinary creation! Recipes available on request; notify Library about food allergies. Fri.: June 15, July 20 & August 17 at 4:00 pm (Age 9-12)
Teen Cooking Make & eat culinary creation! Recipes available on request; notify Library about food allergies. Fri.: June 15, July 20 & August 17 at 5:00 pm (Age 13-19)
Teen Gaming Tournament style gaming w/ trivia & snacks. Sat.: June 16, July 21 & August 18 (Age 12+)
Children’s Musician Mark DeRose Lancaster’s local musician shares upbeat original songs, music encouraging young listeners (& you too) to embrace and enjoy life! Mon. June 18 at 2:00 pm (All ages)
Heads Up Lancaster – Break Dancing Learn basics of break dancing through demonstration and participation. Wear sneakers; be prepared to move! Tue. June 19 at 2:00 pm (Age 8+) Limit 25
LEGO™ Block Party! Monthly themes; use Library’s bricks only. Tue.: June 19, July 17 & August 21 at 4:30 pm (Age 6-14)
Giggle Magic’s Toolbox Kidz Show Join Marcy and friend, Chicken Patti for hilarious puppetry, music, dancing & interactive audience participation. Tue. June 26 at 2:00 pm (Age 3-7)
Geologist Jeri Jones -Rocks Are a Blast from the Past What’s a rock, what’s a mineral & how are they formed? Can rocks make toothpaste? Take home fossil. Wed. June 27 at 2:00 pm (Age 5+)
Make Me Ea. month learn to make things: some high-tech & others are traditional. Wed.: June 27, July 25 & August 29 at 6:30 pm (Ages vary based on complexity of project)
STEM-sational Summer Science, technology, engineering, and math projects and games. Thur.: June 28, July 26 & August 16 at 2:30 pm (Entering Gr. 3-5)
LEAP into Science Play and discover STEM concepts together. Thur.: July 12 & August 9 at 2:30 pm (Entering Gr. 1-3 w/ adult)
Art Workshops for Kids with different types of art media. Fri.: July 13 and August 10 (Entering Gr. 2-5)
Nick DiSanto, One Man Band Hear how he constructed his DiSantomophone; enjoy his concert performance. Sat. July 14 at 1:00 pm (All ages)
Swamp Songs and Marsh Melodies – Center for Aquatic Sciences Explore and hear animals that communicate through songs & live critters! Mon. July 16 at 2:00pm (Age 5-12)
Story Time and Visit with Corduroy Special story time with a visit from Corduroy the bear. Wed. July 18 at 6:00 pm (All ages)
Science Matters-Science Explorers takes close look at the states of matter, exploring with bubbles, a spud launcher, leaf blowers, and basketball! Mon. July 23 at 2:00 pm (Age 4+)
Harry Potter Birthday Bash Celebrate all day “The Boy Who Lived” includes special owl presentation by Zoo America. Harry Potter Trivia Contest too! Tue. July 31.
Kids and Cultures: Tunes and Tales Musical adventure with around the world folktales and songs. Sat. August 4 at 2:00 pm (Age 4+)
Robot Turtles™ Preschoolers can code too! Robot Turtles™ teaches unplugged programming in a silly way. Tue. August 14 at 6:30 pm (Age 4-6 w/ adult)
Milanof-Schock Library
1184 Anderson Ferry Rd., Mount Joy
717 -653-1510
Summer Reading Kickoff-Libraries Rock! Get Summer Reading logs! Program sign-ups & “pop in” for crafts & activity fun! Sat. June 2 at 9:00 – 1:00 pm (All ages)
Snorey Time Wear your PJs! Tue.: June 5, July 3, August 7 at 6:00 pm (Family)
Wee Build/Free Build Spend the day at the Library; bring picnic lunch & you may build all day. Fri.: June 8; July 13; AND Mon. Aug 6 from 10am to 3:00 pm (Family)
Libraries Rock Chalk Days Our chalk, your creations; draw on our sidewalks! Mon.: June 11; Fri. July 27; Fri. Aug 17 from 10 am – 3:00 pm (Family) Shine only
LEGO® Club Monthly themes. Tue.: June 12; July 10; Aug.14 at 6:00 pm (Family)
Wednesdays Sing, Shake and Sway Stories & songs in motion with Miss Jan. Shake it up with rhythm instruments, more. June 13; July 11; Aug. 8 at 10:30 am (Family)
Corduroy visits the Library! Join our adorable bear costume character! Thur. June 14 at 10:30 am (Age 3+)
STEM: Rocket Man Build an actual rocket from everyday materials. Thur. June 14-June 28 at 6:00 pm. “Launch Day” on the 30th at 10:00 am (Gr. 3-6)
Readers’ Theater Prepare short readers’ theater pieces; perform them. Fri. June 15 at 10:00 am; performance at 11:45 am; open to the public (Age 7+)
Anime Rocks! Teen Anime Club Plan anime based activities; watch shows. Sat.: June 16; July 14; Aug. 18 at 6:00 pm (Age 13+)
Art Rocks Mondays Summer reading theme art to create your masterpiece. June 18;
July 16; Aug.20 at 1:00 pm (Age 7+)
Bats, Whales & Sound Waves Whale songs, plus Slinky’s, wave reflection, echolation; play Bat and Moth! Tue. June 19 at 10:30 am (Family) Limit 30
Fun Family BINGO NIGHTS! Please bring snack to share! Tue.: June 19 Summer Reading Program Bingo; July 17 Beanie Baby Bingo; Aug. 21 Book Bingo at 6:00 pm (Family)
Teddy Bear Story Time bring your bear and Miss Jan shares stories, activities. Wed. June 20 at 10:30 am (Family)
Giggle Magic’s Toolbox Kidz Show Meet Chicken Patti, use some tools in this silly & fun show; know that for friendships-our special tool in the toolbox is KINDNESS!
Thur. June 21 at 10:30 am (Family)
Alpacas Rock! Wonderful alpacas from Eastland Alpacas! Fri. June 22 at 10:30 am (Family) Shine only
MAKERFEST Drop in, see and learn from crafters, makers, hobbyists and more! Sat. June 23 at 10:00 am (Family)
Tuesdays Lunch Bunch Bring lunch & book you’re currently reading; join Miss Jan for book discussion group with weekly mystery guest. June 26; July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Aug. 7 at Noon (Older elem.8+)
Sing & Sign Family Story Time Craft, songs & stories using basic American Sign Language. Wed.: June 27; July 25; & Aug. 22 at 10:30 am (Family)
Science Explorers-Science Matters Learn about the states of matter! Explore with bubbles, spud launcher, leaf blower & basketball! Thur. June 28 at 10:30 am (Gr. K+)
Rocket Launch come and watch the Rocket Man STEM Club launch the rockets they made. Sat. June 30 at 10:00 am (Family)
Donuts with Dad Donut holes, Tumblebooks & fun! Sat. July 7 at 10:00 am (Family)
Suncatchers Rock Create your Suncatcher with Kathleen Forney. Tue. July 10 or 24 at 10:30 am (Age 6+) $8 must preregister
Center for Aquatic Sciences “Swamp Songs and Marsh Melodies” Explore and hear animals that communicate through songs. Live Critters: Horseshoe Crab, other! Thur. July 12 at 10:30 am (Gr. K+)
STEM Club: CSI Detective Hosking joins us again for some forensics fun! Thur. July 12 & 19 at 6:00 pm (Gr.3-6)
American Girl Party Bring your favorite doll, make new friends, enjoy light refreshments, stories & craft. Sat. July 14 at 10:00 am (Age 6+) $3.00 fee
Pirate Day Stories, craft, activities! Come dressed as a pirate! Wed. July 18 at 10:30 am (Family)
Dutch Wonderland Princess Day Story time with the princess! Thur. July 19 at 10:30 am (All ages)
Grandparents Day Share time together with stories & snacks. Sat. July 21 at 10:00 am (Family)
Bugs Rock! Ryan the Bug Man brings his traveling insects, bugs and others. Thur. July 26 at 10:30 am (Family)
Jeri Jones “Rocks are a Blast from the Past” Learn about rocks, minerals & fossils; can rocks make toothpaste? Take home fossil. Tue. July 31 at 6:00 pm (Gr. K+)
Singing with Children’s Musician Mark DeRose Lancaster’s local musician shares fun & encouraging upbeat original songs and music for everyone! Thur. August 2 at 10:30 am (Family)
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Bring favorite stuffed animal for storytime; then leave him/her Thur. Aug. 2 at 6:00 pm. Come back Sat. for refreshments & see what your animal did! Sat. Aug. 4 at 10:00 am (Age 3+) One animal per child please!
Tween/Teen Night Create powerpoint presentation with stuffed animals. Snacks & drinks provided! Call for details! Friday, Aug. 3 at 7:00 pm (Age 13+)
Get Ready for Kindergarten Is your child starting Kindergarten? Make sure they’re ready with this 3 session brush up course! Tue.: August 4, 11, 18 at 10:00 am (recommended age 4 & 5)
Junkyard Drumming Loud, exciting program explores rhythm with everyday objects. Thur. August 9 at 10:30 am (Age 8+) Limit 25
Reptiles Rock Close encounters with live snakes, lizards, turtles and crocs from around the world. Thur. August 16 at 10:30 am (Age 5+)
Back to School is Cool! Get excited for the new school year! Thur. August 23 at 10:30 am (Family)
Moores Memorial Library
9 West Slokom Ave. Christiana
610-593-6683
Also on Facebook under Moores Memorial Library
Knitting Club meets on Wed.: June 6, 20; July 18; Aug. 1 & 15 at 1:00 pm (Age 8+)
Lego Club meets on Thur.: June 14, 28; July 12, 26; Aug. 9 & 23 at 6:00 pm (Age 5+)
Art and Crafts class on Mon.: June 18; July 16; August 20 at 11:00 am (Age 6 – 12)
Special Story Time with Corduroy storybook character! Wed. June 13 at 10:30 am (Age 2 – 6)
Science Explorers-Science Matters Take close look at the states of matter! How do bubbles, a spud launcher, a leaf blower & a basketball explore different types of air pressure? Tue. June 19 at 2:00 pm (Age 6 – 12)
Children’s Musician Mark DeRose Lancaster’s local musician shares fun & encouraging upbeat original songs and music for the whole family! Tue. June 26 at 2:00 pm (All ages)
Let It Rain Listen to Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain. Make rain stick & participate in rain making activity with Lancaster Co. Parks Naturalist. Bring empty paper towel roll for the craft. Thur. June 28 at 2:00 pm (Age 6 – 12)
Giggle Magic Toolbox Kidz Show A silly and fun show reminding us to be kind. Tue. July 10 at 2:00 pm (PreK- 8 yrs.)
Heads Up Lancaster We’ll be doing some “Break Dancing” with Jeo Ramos. Be prepared to move. Wear your sneakers! Thur. July 19 at 2:00 pm (Age 8+)
Center for Aquatic Sciences–Swamp Songs & Marsh Melodies Explore and hear animals communicated through songs. See Horseshoe Crab, maybe an Owl! Tue. July 24 at 2:00 pm (K – Gr. 6)
Jeri Jones Geological Services –Rocks are a Blast from the Past What’s a rock? What’s a mineral? See how rocks create an earthquake, replica of a T-Rex footprint & audience participation. Take home a Pennsylvania Fossil. Tue. July 31 at 2:00 pm (Age 8 -12)
Christiana Fire Company Libraries rock and so does Station 52. Come out and meet your local firefighters! Sat. Aug. 4 at 11:00 am (All ages)
Cylo Visits the Library! Saturday, August 11 at 11:00 am
Pequea Valley Public Library
31 Center Street, Intercourse
717-768-3160 www.pvpl.org
Register for programs by calling 717-768-3160.
Check out our website www.pvpl.org for additional activities and programs!
Corduroy Story Time Bring camera to take photos! Enjoy special costume story time and craft with Corduroy, the bear! Wed. June 13 at 1:00 pm (Family)
Engineering Recycled Racers Design, build and run a racer made out of recycled materials! Thur. June 14 from 1:00-2:30 pm (Gr. 3-5) Limited space, registration required.
Basic Junkyard Drumming with Jeo Ramos of Heads Up Lancaster Learn basics of rhythm and make music using everyday objects! Tue. June 19 at 6:00 pm (Age 8+) Limit 25
Thinking Like an Engineer -Lancaster Science Factory Educator Complete several STEM activities; learn how the Center of Gravity plays a part in our everyday lives! Wed. June 20 at 11:15 am (Gr. 3+)
Giggle Magic’s Toolbox Kidz Show Marcy Klutchka and her puppet, Chicken Patti, a whole lot of eggs, magic, music, and Ziggy the Zebra deliver message how friendship & kindness are the best tools! For those who love to giggle and their families! Tue. June 26 at 11:15 am (Age 2-8; all welcome)
Science Matters–Science Explorers’ Explore Bernoulli, types of air pressure & states of matter using bubbles, a spud launcher, leaf blower and a basketball! Wed. July 11 at 6:00 pm (Gr. K+)
Dutch Wonderland Princess Story Time Meet the DW Princess during special story time & craft. Remember your camera! Thur. July 12 at 11:15 am (Family)
Story Time with Hank the Health Hero Puppet: Nutrition What happens if you give Hank a box of cookies? Find out when Hank and friend share a book about healthy habits! Take home craft too! Tues. July 17 at 11:15 am (Age 2-7)
Rocks are a Blast from the Past-Jeri Jones of Jones Geological Services Learn about rocks, minerals & fossils. Find out about rock toothpaste, create an earthquake, measure it using a seismograph. Take photo with replica T-Rex footprint. Thur. July 19 at 1:00 pm (Gr. K+)
Swamp Songs and Marsh Melodies-Center for Aquatic Sciences Explore and hear animals that communicate through songs; with LIVE critters! Tue. July 24 at 11:15 am (Gr. K+)
Mark DeRose, Lancaster’s Children’s Musician Upbeat fun music encouraging listeners to enjoy life to the fullest, be creative and be themselves! Tue. July 31 at 11:15 am (All ages)
Let it Rain presented by a County Park Naturalist Listen to Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain, make rain stick & do rain making activity! Please bring paper towel tube for craft. Thur. August 9 at 1:00 pm (K-Gr. 6)
Yummie’s Birthday Story Time @ Ten Thousand Villages, Intercourse Join us at 10,000 Villages for special story time to celebrate Yummie’s Birthday! Check pvpl.org for event time. Sat. August 4. (Family)
Salisbury Township Branch Library
835 Houston Run Dr., Gap
717-442-3304 www.pvpl.org
Check our website for a list of all the summer events!
Science Matters – Science Explorers’ Explore Bernoulli, types of air pressure & states of matter using bubbles, spud launcher, leaf blower and a basketball! Thur. June 21 at 10:00 am (Age 4+)
Peter the Wolf presented by a County Park Naturalist Enjoy Peter and the Wolf story and soundtrack, learn about predators and prey relationship; see authentic furs & skulls. Wed. June 27 at 10:00 am (K-Gr. 6)
Giggle Magic’s Toolbox Kidz Show Chicken Patti, a whole lot of eggs, magic, music & Ziggy the Zebra show how friendship & kindness are the best tool sin the toolbox! For those who love to giggle and their families! Thur. July 5 at 10:00 am (Age 2-8; all welcome!)
Swamp Songs and Marsh Melodies-Center for Aquatic Sciences Explore and hear animals that communicate through songs; with LIVE critters! Tue. July 10 at 10:00 am (Gr. K+)
Corduroy Story Time Bring camera to take photos and enjoy a special costume story time with Corduroy, the bear! Wed. July 18 at 10:00 am (Family)
Mark DeRose, Lancaster’s Children’s Musician Upbeat fun music and program encourages listeners to enjoy life to the fullest, be creative and be themselves! Wed. July 25 at 10:00 am (All ages)
Basic Junkyard Drumming presented by Jeo Ramos of Heads Up Lancaster Learn the basics of rhythm, make music using everyday objects! Wed. August 1 at 10:00 am (Age 8+) Limit 25
Rocks are a Blast from the Past presented by Jeri Jones of Jones Geological Services Learn about rocks, minerals & fossils. Find out about rock toothpaste, create an earthquake and measure it using a seismograph, see T-Rex footprint replica. Wed. August 8 at 10:00 am (Gr. K+)
Quarryville Library
357 Buck Rd., Quarryville
717-786-1336
Registration requested for some events.
Teen Anime Club Check out this club! Watch anime, have snacks, socialize. Fri.: June 1 & 15; July 6 & 20; Aug. 3 & 17 (Age 13 – 19, Content will be PG/PG13.)
Wee Readers Story Times with summer themes! Fri.: June 1, 15 & 29, July 13 & 27, Aug. 10 & 24 at 10:30 am (Age 1-3 w/adult)
Summer Reading Kick-Off! Get reading logs, sign up for special reading activities & events. Help color our GIANT coloring page! Check out our summer book clubs. All book clubbers receive free book copies to keep! Sign up fast, limited space! Sat. June 2 at 1:00 pm (All ages)
Tuesdays Lost in the Library Complete library scavenger hunt & enter to win prize! New scavenger hunts. June 5 – August 7 (Age 5-12)
Wednesdays Lego Club Join our Lego Design Team & build creations to be displayed in the library! June 6 – Aug. 15 at 6 pm (Age 5+)
Family Movie Nights FREE movie, popcorn & quality time together! Thur.: June 7; July 5; August 2 at 6:30 pm (All ages)
Ready, Set, Play to Learn! Local physical therapy professional teaches workshop devoted to young children’s motor development (balance, poster, dexterity & more). Sat.: June 9, 16, 23; July 7, 21, 28; Aug. 4 at 10:00 am (Newborn – 4 yrs. w/caregiver)
Tots’ Parachute Play Parachute fun, silly songs & rhymes–get the wiggles out! Thur.: June 14 & 28; July 12 & 26; Aug. 9 & 23 at 10:00 am (Age 1-3 w/caregiver)
Preschoolers’ Parachute Games Play games with balls & parachutes. Thur.: June 14 & 28; July 12 & 26; Aug. 9 & 23 at 10:45 am (Age 3-6 w/caregiver)
Heads Up Lancaster – Junkyard Drumming Learn basics of rhythm using everyday objects to create a cohesive whole! Thur. June 14 at 2:00 pm (Age 8+) Limit 25
Corduroy Story Time Meet Corduroy, the Bear & enjoy adventurous stories in a special story time! Fri. June 15 at 10:30 am (Age 2 – 6)
Teen Gaming Saturdays Bring favorite board games to share with the group. June 16, July 21, Aug. 18 from 11 am – 3:30 pm (Age 12 – 19)
Summer STEM Explorers Different themes weekly: Biology & Ecology, Physics & Engineering, and Math & Coding. Tue. & Wed.: June 19 & 20; July 17 & 18, 24 & 25, at 10:30 am (Age 8 – 12, limit 10/day, Tues. content repeated Wed.)
The Railroad Museum of PA Presents: Workin’ on the Railroad Explore railroad-related jobs using a portable model train layout and hands-on railroad artifacts! Tue. June 19 at 2:00 pm (All ages)
Jones Geological Services – Rocks are a Blast from the Past What’s the difference: rocks vs. minerals? Can toothpaste come from rocks?! Get fossil, see T-Rex replica footprint! Thur. June 21 at 10:30 am (Age 6 +)
Fridays Kids’ Parachute Challenge Play games, have competitions with balls & parachutes. June 22 – Aug. 10; at 10:30 am (Age 7 – 12)
Science Explorers Presents: Science Matters Learn about the states of matter! Explore with bubbles, spud launcher, leaf blower & basketball! Wed. June 27 at 10:30 am (Age 4+)
Children’s Singer & Songwriter Mark DeRose Lancaster local musician shares fun & encouraging upbeat original songs, music for whole family! Sat. June 30 at 11:00 am (All ages)
Giggle Magic Presents: Toolbox Kidz Show Meet Chicken Patti, use some tools in this silly & fun show, know that for friendships-our special toolbox tool is KINDNESS! Thur. July 5 at 2:00 pm (Age 3 – 8, older siblings welcome)
The Center for Aquatic Sciences Presents: Swamp Songs & Marsh Melodies Explore and hear animals that communicate through songs; LIVE critters- Horseshoe Crab, maybe an owl! Wed. July 11 at 2:00 pm (Age 5+)
Lancaster County Dept. of Parks Presents: Bats, Whales & Sound Waves Learn about animal sounds-whale songs, bat echolocation & how to study sound waves. Tue. July 17 at 2:00 pm (Age 5 – 10) Limit 30
Strasburg-Heisler Library
143 Precision Ave., Strasburg
717- 687-8969
Events require registration unless noted. Register online or at the library. Check our website for more event information and updates.
Story Time Stories & fun. Tue. and Wed. at 10:30 am. No registration required.
Lego Free Play Kids and parents use their imaginations to build and create with Legos. Tue. from 10:00 am-12:00 pm (Age 5+) No registration required.
Construction Zone Free play with Duplos and other building toys. Fri. from 10:00 am-12:00 pm (Age 2-5) No registration required.
“Sew Easy” Tweens Learn to sew with simple make-and-take projects. $5 materials fee. Tue.: June 5; July 3 & 31 at 1:00 pm (Age 8-12)
Summer Bingo Thur. June 14 at 1:00 pm (Age 8-12)
Rocks are a Blast from the Past-Jones Geological Services Learn the differences between a rock and mineral; how rocks create an earthquake. Take home fossil. Fri. June 15 at 10:30 am (Gr. K+)
“Sew Easy” Teens Learn to sew with simple make-and-take projects. $5 materials fee. Tue.: June 19; July 17; August 14 at 1:00 pm (Age 13-18)
Science Matters-Science Explorers Take close look at the states of matter and air pressure with bubbles, a spud launcher, leaf blowers, and basketballs! Thur. June 21 at 1:00 pm (Age 4+)
Mark DeRose, Children’s Musician Local Lancastrian encourages listeners of all ages to enjoy life to its fullest. Thur. June 28 at 11:00 am (Age 3-12)
Elephant and Piggie Storytime and Craft Fri. July 6 at 10:00 am (K-Gr.2)
Mentalist Ran’D Shine Philadelphia’s award-winning mentalist will amaze adults and teens with his incredible mind-reading abilities. Mon. July 9 at 7:00 pm (Age 16+)
Toolbox Kidz Show-Giggle Magic A chicken, laughter, magic & music! Thur. July 12 at 11:00 am (Age 2-8)
Swamp Songs & Marsh Melodies-Center for Aquatic Sciences Explore and hear animals that communicate through song. Live animals – Horseshoe Crab, maybe an owl! Mon. July 23 at 11:00 am (Gr. K+)
Pigeon Storytime and Craft Fri. July 27 at 10:00 am (K-Gr.2)
Let it Rain-Lancaster County Dept. of Parks & Recreation Environmental Education Team Listen to Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain, make rain stick & participate in rain making activity. Mon. July 30 at 10:30 am (K-Gr. 5)
Newton’s Laws of Motion-The Lancaster Science Factory Hands-on fun using everyday objects to demonstrate Newton’s Laws of Motion. Thur. August 2 at 11:00 am (Age 6+)
Junkyard Drumming- Heads Up Lancaster Learn basics of rhythm using everyday objects. Active learning and participation. Monday, August 6 at 10:30 am (Age 8+) Limit 25
Rock n Roll Bingo Thur. August 9 at 1:00 pm (Age 8-12)
More about Summer Reading and Local Public Library Events!
http://lancasterlibraries.org/library-services/youth/summer-reading-program/
TumbleBooksTM
Online narrated picture books…
Check out this Early Learning Online Resource!
http://lancasterlibraries.org/Tumblebooks
STEM Maker Pass
Visit make717 Innovation Center
https://make717.wildapricot.org/STEM-PASS/
Thank you for participating in the Summer Reading Program!
The countywide public library and bookmobile Summer Reading Program is supported in part by the Library System of Lancaster County.