Manheim Township Public Library

Do you know someone who could use some help using a computer?

Manheim Township Public Library is beginning the fall set of Computer Basics Classes.
Level 1 includes the basics of using a computer such as identifying the parts, navigating the desktop, and using a keyboard and mouse. 💻🖱

This course is meant for beginners and will be offered four times this fall.
September 4th at 11:30am and 6:30pm
November 6th at 11:30am and 6:30pm
Registration on our calendar is open now or speak with a librarian for details.
AM: https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/computer-basics-am-class-34380
PM: https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/computer-basics-pm-class-34387

Summer Reading Celebration was a success today! ☀🍍

Thank you so much to all of the sponsors for this event!
To see a list of sponsors click here: https://mtpl.info/summer-celebration/

Thank you so much to all of the presenters who were here today!
-Manheim Township Police Department
-Manheim Township Fire Rescue
-Conjuring Cowboy Erick Hershey
-The Lancaster County Bookmobile
-Stoney's Burgers and Fries
-Kona Ice
-Joe on the Go Coffee Co
-M2 Dentistry
-Oregon Dairy

Also big thank you to our community for coming out to the library today and celebrating!☀😎

Our End of Summer Reading Celebration is TOMORROW!

Come check out all of the fun we have planned from 9am- 2pm tomorrow, Saturday August 10th, at the library and celebrate the end of summer reading! Check out our website to see all that is happening! This is a rain or shine event. ☀🌧

https://mtpl.info/summer-celebration/

Come find our pineapple guy throughout the library in this year's Summer Reading Scavenger Hunt! 🍍🗺

Families with kids 12 & under are welcome to participate in the Scavenger Hunt. Every child who completes the scavenger hunt will receive a book, and 10 lucky grand prize winners will receive two Hands-on House passes and an Under the Sea Prize Pack!

The Summer Reading Celebration is THIS SATURDAY, August 10 from 9 AM – 2 PM. Rain or Shine!

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Register this week for these upcoming summer programs!
Check out our online calendar for details and signup: https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/

Come see firetrucks from the Manheim Township Fire Rescue during the End of Summer Reading Celebration on August 10th! They will be parked at the library from 9am until 2pm. 🚒🚒

Stoney’s Burgers and Fries is joining our line-up of food trucks for the Summer Reading Program this year!🍔🍟

Stoney’s Burgers and Fries will be set up in our parking lot for the entire Summer Reading Celebration: Saturday, August 10 from 9:00am-2:00pm.

Kick off your morning with a special Breakfast Burger with bacon, egg, and cheese on top! Or take a midday break from Summer Reading Celebrating with a Smash Burger for lunch. Pair your burger with regular or loaded french fries!

Learn more about Stoney's Burgers and Fries at https://www.facebook.com/stoneysburgersandfries

The Manheim Township Police Department's K9 Unit is back for the Summer Reading Celebration! K9 Lorcan and his partner, Officer Gallagher will be giving a demonstration at the end of the StoryWalk® Path at 9:30am on Saturday, August 10.🐕👮

Patrons of all ages are welcome! We hope to see you there!

The K9 Demonstration is just one of many fun activities happening at the Summer Reading Celebration! Visit https://mtpl.info/summer-celebration/ to learn more.

Joe on the Go Coffee Co is back for this year's Summer Reading Celebration!☕

Joe on the Go coffee will be serving up delicious beverages and baked goodies from their mobile cafe for the entire Summer Reading Celebration: Saturday, August 10 from 9:00am-2:00pm.

Get your caffeination kick right at the start of the celebration or enjoy a midday pick-me-up between activities! (Or maybe do both!)

Learn about Joe on the Go Coffee Co at https://www.joeonthegocoffeeco.com/

Join Lancaster County Park, Naturalist Ann Strauss for an enchanting experience where the magic of Harry Potter meets the wonder of nature!

This special event invites young wizards, witches, and their families to participate in creative crafts inspired by the Harry Potter series and learn about the fascinating world of owls.🦉✨

Ages 7-13. To register for this program, please see our online calendar or speak with a librarian. https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/harry-potter-crafts-55995

If you haven't picked up your summer reading forms yet, this is the last week to do so!

You can count any time you have read starting June 1st.

To sign up, come visit the children's library during open hours or sign up any time online.
Summer Reading Sign Up: https://lancasterlibraries.org/srp/

Kona Ice is bringing the sweet treats to this year's Summer Reading Celebration!🍧
Kona Ice
The Kona Ice truck will be set up in our parking lot for the entire Summer Reading Celebration: Saturday, August 10 from 9:00am-2:00pm.

Kona Ice is a one-of-a-kind shaved ice experience! Choose a shaved ice cup size and then get to flavor it your way with Kona's special Flavorwave®.

Learn more about Kona Ice and their flavored ice flavors at https://www.kona-ice.com/

Thank you to our Summer Reading Celebration sponsor, Wegmans!

Wegmans is a returning sponsor to the Summer Reading Celebration. We appreciate their mission to help people live healthier, better lives through exceptional food.

Learn more about Wegmans Food Markets on their website https://www.wegmans.com/

We'd like to give a big thank you to Summer Reading Celebration sponsor, M2 Dentistry!

M2 Dentistry for Children and Teens is a Lancaster County local dental practice cater to their young patients with the goal always to exceed the expectations of the patients and their parents.

M2 Dentistry is a returning sponsor for the Summer Reading Celebration and will be hosting a Children's Activity (with prizes!) during the event! Be sure to stop by their spot in the MTPL parking lot on Saturday, August 10th!

Learn more about M2 Dentistry for Children and Teens on their website https://www.pediatricdentist.com/

Children love dogs, and these dogs love to listen to children read! Dogs from K-Pets and their humans (otherwise known as trainers) will visit the Children's Library so children can read to them. Each family will get 15 minutes of reading with the dog. Children who have signed up will get the first opportunity. 🐶📚

Ages 4-7. Registration is required, please register using our online calendar https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/kids-read-kpets-71784 or call the library 717-560-6441.

We're hosting our fall Community Arts & Crafts Swap just in time for back to school shopping! Help divert reusable material out of the waste stream & try a new craft for free! Get the full details on our website!
https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/community-arts-crafts-swap-64803

Next Wednesday we are celebrating Harry Potter's birthday will programs all day! Register and join us for some magical activities!

Care of Magical Creatures at 10:30. 🦄
Register with this link https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/care-magical-creatures-101-55766

Harry Potter Birthday Bash at 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30. ✨
Register using our online calendar here https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/events/month or speak with a librarian.

Harry Potter OWL Crafts at 6:00.🦉
Register with this link https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/harry-potter-crafts-55995

You don't want to miss the Country Conjuring Magic Show at this year's Summer Reading Celebration!✨🤠

Erik Hershey aka the Conjuring Cowboy Magician will be performing in the library's Morgan Center on Saturday, August 10 at 10:00 AM. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and we expect the show to fill up quick!

Registration will open TODAY Wednesday, July 24th at 9:00 AM for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Friday, July 26th for residents of other municipalities.

Visit the MTPL Calendar https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/erick-hershey-55930 to register.

Join us for a fun entertaining program brought to you by the Lancaster County Parks and Recreation Environmental Education Team!

This program will help you face your fears with an exciting opportunity to learn about all things scaly and slimy! In this program we will read the book Under One Rock: Bugs, Slugs, and Other Ughs by Anthony Fredericks. Come learn why there is a lot to love about bugs!🐛🦋🐌🐞🐜🦗🕷💚

Registration is required for this program, please see our calendar or talk to a librarian to register!
https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/lancaster-parks-program-62644

Do you have a child who is getting ready to begin school? Ready, Set, Go! Kindergarten is a 5 week program to practice skills needed for school. Your child will experience a memorable program that makes learning fun!

Laura has two decades of experience in preschool education. With her knowledge and understanding of child development, she will present lessons and activities that will stimulate curiosity, foster creativity, and nurture social and emotional skills. Laura has a remarkable ability to communicate complex concepts in simple, age-appropriate ways, creating a dynamic learning environment where every child feels valued and supported.
To Register for Thursdays:
https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/ready-set-go-kindergarten-readiness-55709
To Register for Fridays:
https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/ready-set-go-kindergarten-readiness-55714
This program is focused on developing skills to prepare children who will be entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2024. Children will attend this program independently. Adults will be required to remain in the Children's Library during the program and will be invited in the last 5 minutes to review lessons taught that day and skills to be practice at home.

Join us for a beginner-friendly class on crocheting the incredibly popular & versatile granny square! This kicks off a limited series on classic crochet motifs that you can turn into cozies, blankets, sweaters, washcloths, and more!

Crochet hooks and small quantities of yarn are provided. You can bring your own materials if you plan to begin a large project.
https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/crochet-square-sampling-granny-squares-64811

Join the board game club tonight at 6pm for party games! There will be a selection of board games to choose from including Wits and Wagers, Scattergories, Time's Up, and Wavelength. Register now on our calendar using the link below! See you there!
https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/board-game-club-50039
This program is for registrants aged 10-14.

The Friends of the Public Libraries of Lancaster County has announced that Louise Penny will be the featured author for their 2024 Author Event. Tickets are selling out fast so get them soon! Tickets are available now on eventbrite with this link. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-afternoon-with-louise-penny-the-grey-wolf-tickets-930410742577
Proceeds benefit Lancaster County libraries.

Get your tickets now!!
All proceeds benefit local libraries

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Register this week for these upcoming summer programs!
Check out our online calendar for details and signup: https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/

Please join the Manheim Township Public Library and the Manheim Township Historical Society for a free summer story time and ice cream social!

This event will take place at the Historic Stoner House on Saturday July 13th at 1:00pm. See you there!

On Monday July 8th, we are offering a special story time event with Penn State Master Gardeners. Come check out these great stories, learn about our local pollinators, and have fun with activities like the "honey bee waggle" dance! 🐝🌸🌼

To register please click the link below or go to our calendar on our website!
https://calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/importance-bees-penn-state-master-gardeners-56518