Monday, June 15, 2009

Adult Summer Reading Program


Starting June 1st.

Read five books and tell us which one was your favorite. For each form filled out, you get one chance at three bookbags full of goodies.
Sign up today. Print your reading log now!

My Monet Garden Club


If you are into gardening, check out the My Monet Garden Club blog for all upcoming events and meetings.


Monday Lecture Series: First Mondays in May until November

May 4: "Return to Sender: Doolittle’s Raid" by David Manual
The history and ramifications of Doolittle’s raid on Tokyo during World War II is explained in this speech, which follows the raid from the cause, to the conception of the plan, to the immediate and far reaching effects.

June 1: "Reading/Columbia Railroad" by John Brown
Railroad and Civil War buffs alike will enjoy the story of how the Reading and Columbia Railroad was built during the Civil War.

July 6: "The Way It Was" by Don Lohr
Growing up in Western Pennsylvania, the speaker talks about life styles in the 1930’s and 1940s and by using actual receipts compares the cost of goods and services of that era to those of the 2000’s.

Aug. 3: "Plain People of Lancaster County" by Calvin Wenger
These are the component of a tremendous group—the Anabaptists. They are approaching five hundred years of existence and have made enormous positive contributions to Lancaster County and the entire country. Learn about their origins, customs, value systems and their purposes for living.

Sept. 14: "Humor of Ben Franklin" by Charles Wenzel
The speaker will share with the audience the wit and humor of our nations most notorious founding father, Ben Franklin.

Oct. 5: "Cambodia" by Lena Lansinger
This travel lecture includes slides and commentary by Lena Lansinger from her trip to Cambodia.

Nov. 2: "Herr House and Farm Museum," by Marilyn Nettles
Built in 1719, the Hans Herr House is the oldest building in Lancaster County and also the oldest site of Mennonite worship in the North America.

Most of our speakers are members of the Lancaster County Speaker’s Bureau. They come with a large range of backgrounds, experiences and educations. We are very blessed to have such vast resources of knowledge in our community. Please join us at the library for one or all of our interesting lectures. Our lectures are free.

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Rug Hooking Workshop: Making a Hooked Purse

By Peggy Hannum and Leslie Gorbey
Sat, March 21, 2009,
9AM to 3PM

Last day to register is Wednesday, March 11

This is a beginners hooking class featuring an elegant purse pattern. The hand dyed wool will be shaded for you in rich colors on a black background. The art nouveau motif and triangular design creates this piece of wearable art.

The kit includes pattern, wools and hook. Cost is $50.00. Bring a small scissor and sturdy hoop or hooking frame.

The class will include instructions as well as all materials needed for finishing as pictured.

Coffee and tea are provided. Please bring a lunch.

For more information, contact Donna Brice, 717-354-0525 or
Peggy Hannum, 717-299-3798.

AARP Driver Safety Class - 8 Hour Class

The AARP Driver Safety Class is taught by a certified instructor and includes lecture, video presentations, class discussion and some written class work. There are no tests or behind the wheel instruction.

This is the eight hour course taken over the span of two Saturdays. Those who complete the course will receive a certificate to present to their insurance company to apply for a 5% discount on automobile insurance for residents of the state of Pennsylvania.

Cost for the course is $14.00, $12.00 for AARP members.
Class is limited to thirty (30) participants so please call to reserve your space, 354-0525.


Sat, March 7 & 14, 2009
9:00AM to 1:00PM
Activity Room, second floor

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

"Maple Sugaring" by Lisa Sanchez

This program focuses on the production of maple syrup from sap and goes through the entire process from tree identification through tapping, boiling, finishing, and even making candy. Free for all ages.

Location: Eastern Lancaster County Library, Activity Room
Date: Feb. 10, 2009
Time: 7:00PM
Presented by the Lancaster County Dept. of Parks and Recreation

Senior Computer Workshops: Online Library Resources

For Garden Spot Residents

Wed., Feb. 4: Searching the New Holland Clarion Newspaper
Wed., Feb. 11: Genealogy: Ancestry.com and Heritage Quest
Wed., Feb. 18: Price It: Antiques and Collectibles
Wed., Feb. 25: Using the Library’s Online Catalog and “My Account”

Please call to register. Space is limited.
Location: Garden Spot Village, New Holland PA
Phone: 717-355-6000
10:00 to 11:30AM