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Yes, the Lititz Public Library is a bit older than 25 <sheepish grin>, having opened our doors for the first time on April 4th of 1936! But, we are celebrating our 25th year at our current Kissel Hill location this June. June 1st to be exact! More details to come but our preliminary program is…
The premise of the One School, One Book program is to get families involved with student reading. Programs that engage families in supporting their children’s learning at home are linked to higher student achievement. Benefits include higher grade point averages, improved attendance, and better social skills and adaptation to school. In short, children with strong…
25th Anniversary Bookmarks! We are so proud of the students of Bonfield Elementary and Kissel Hill Elementary that participated in our 25th Anniversary bookmark design project. We have turned six of the designs into commemorative bookmarks which we will have available throughout March and into April as supplies last. Each week, starting February 26th, we…
To help celebrate our 25th anniversary in the current location we will be having a year(ish)-long Lecture Series, A Look at Libraries. The first part of our sessions (January-April) will focus on libraries in their historical and current context. In May we will focus on the Lititz Public Library specifically, from its founding in 1936…
Lititz Public Library Fine-Free for Juvenile and Young Adult Materials A few quick things to note about Lititz Public Library’s decision to go fine-free for Juvenile and Young Adult materials: This only affects Lititz-owned materials. Other county libraries will still charge fines for overdue materials. This only affects juvenile and young adult materials. Other items…
Cats are delightful and friendly creatures, regardless of their color. Forget about the old superstitions and give black cats the love they deserve! Books Starring Black Cats for Children Jane on Her Own: A Catwings Tale by Ursula K. Le Guin (J PB…
“It is amazing how much love and laughter they bring into our lives and even how much closer we become with each other because of them.” John Grogan, American Author Come learn about different types of pets, how to take care of a pet, and more at the Lititz Public Library! May…
As we await what would be a historic moment for the United States Supreme Court should Ketanji Brown Jackson be confirmed, Lititz Public Library offers this selection of recent books on the history and members, past and present, of the Court. From Chief Justice Marbury, considered the father of the Supreme Court as we know…
Panorama Project provides local booksellers with quarterly lists of popular fiction, nonfiction, and young adult titles that are in demand at public libraries beyond their initial promotional windows—optimized for local interest via regional groupings aligned with the American Booksellers Association’s (ABA) regional associations. Here are the top 20 picks for our region. New Atlantic Region…
Ukraine features heavily in today’s news with Russia’s invasion and subsequent hostilities. Yet, many of us know very little of its role in history. This small selection of books may help us have a greater understanding and appreciation for a country and culture that has had, and continues to have, a central place in European…