CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Bringing together the communities of Eastern Lancaster County
2024
January
February
FEBRUARY 29
All About Birds!
Eastern Lancaster County Library
(11 Chestnut Drive, New Holland)
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Just what makes a bird a bird? Join Miss Jen (our resident bird enthusiast) to discover the wonderful lives of these creatures and how they fit into our world.
March
MARCH 16
STEM Challenge: Easter Egg Drop
Eastern Lancaster County Library
(11 Chestnut Drive, New Holland)
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
In this STEM challenge, participants will design a safety device for their egg using basic materials. Then, we will drop the eggs from a high point to see if it “survives” the fall!
Workshop is best for elementary aged students, but all ages are invited to enjoy some family fun with this festive science experiment!
No registration required.
MARCH 18
Tech Tips for Seniors
Eastern Lancaster County Library
(11 Chestnut Drive, New Holland)
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Bring your cell phone, tablet, or laptop to the library to get assistance with your perplexing technical problem! Learn how to use Libby to get free ebooks & eAudiobooks with your library card. Tips on how to optimize your devices for low vision will be included.
April
APRIL 8
ELANCO Library 2024 Solar Eclipse Party
Eastern Lancaster County Library
(11 Chestnut Drive, New Holland)
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Join us for the Spring 2024 solar eclipse party at the ELANCO Library! We will have space and solar themed activities for all ages, snacks, and a livestream of the event from different locations.
No registration required.
*Please note that the amount of solar viewing glasses available at the library for this program will be limited and on a first come, first serve basis. Visibility of the eclipse will be weather dependent!
APRIL 15
Intro to eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines
Eastern Lancaster County Library
(11 Chestnut Drive, New Holland)
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Learn about eBook, eAudiobook, and eMagazine options available free with your library card, and how to use them. Have a phone, eReader, or laptop on which you'd like to access these materials? Bring it to this session and get started reading!
May
MAY 11
Nature Journaling in Your Garden: A Longwood Gardens Community Read Program
Eastern Lancaster County Library
(11 Chestnut Drive, New Holland)
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Learn how to connect with personal and community gardens through the art of nature journaling. Participants will practice basic techniques and skills and learn to nurture their creative side to flourish and grow!
Part of the Longwood Gardens Community Read Program. Learn more at: https://longwoodgardens.org/education/community-read
All ages welcome. No registration required.
MAY 18
Homeschool Curriculum and Book Swap
Eastern Lancaster County Library
(11 Chestnut Drive, New Holland)
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Homeschooling families are invited to:
- Find good homes for books you’ve outgrown.
- Collect new educational materials for free.
- Connect with other home educators.
- 11:00 am – 11:45 am: Drop of your books and enjoy light refreshments and social time.
- 11:45 am – 12:30 pm: Select and take home books.
This will be a completely free exchange, without strings attached—materials are contributed without condition, and people take materials without charge or condition, on a first-come, first-served basis.
June
JUNE 8
31st Annual Lighthouse Benefit Auction
Lighthouse Vocational Services
(144 Orlan Road, New Holland, PA 17557)
7:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Lighthouse Vocational Services Auction is back! It’s one day: Saturday, June 8 from 7:00am to 2:00pm.
Bid on anything from beautiful baskets of flowers to power tools, hunting/camping equipment, indoor furniture, hand-crafted sheds or specialty items. Be sure to bring the family for the candy-drop!
Taste our savory foods like slow-smoked pork BBQ, fresh-cut fries, or homemade ice cream. Come early for a homemade breakfast. This event is FREE, but the proceeds will benefit the individuals who receive services from Lighthouse.
Stop by on Saturday, June 8 from 7 am to 2 pm. Lighthouse is located on 144 Orlan Road, New Holland PA. See you there!