Library News

Thank you to everyone who came out to the Friends Used Book Sale in June. Because of you and your love of books (and homemade treats), we grossed over $30K, with minimal expenses! This is the largest fundraiser to support the Library, and it helps support programs, materials, and services that benefit everyone. These earnings…

We would like to take a moment to thank our JuneSponsors for the Library’s Summer Reading ProgramHershey HVAC & Plumbing and Tyler Parmer ofState Farm. Local sponsors play a huge role in helping our librarystay vibrant and welcoming for everyone. Their supporthelps fund programs, events, and resources that mightnot otherwise be possible—from story times andeducational…

POSITION TITLE: Circulation Desk Assistant HELP Wanted – Circulation Desk Assistant at Milanof-Schock Library Milanof-Schock Public Library seeks a part-time Circulation Desk Assistant. This position will average 16-20 hours per week and starts at $15 an hour. The library takes great care in creating a work schedule that best fits each team member and avoids…

On Feb 2, 2026, the United States Department of State notified “Milanof-Schock Library is no longer authorized to operate as a passport acceptance facility and must cease accepting passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State, effective February 13, 2026.” MSL will continue scheduling and processing passports until Thursday, Feb 12th. Appointments are…

The Friends of Public Libraries of Lancaster County are thrilled to welcome New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Marie Benedict to Lancaster on April 16 for an illuminating conversation about her newest novel, Daughter of Egypt. The story brings together two extraordinary women separated by millennia through adventure, intrigue, and hidden histories that…

We believe strongly that adults should be able to earn prizes for reading books, just like kids do! Stop by to pick up your Winter Reading Bingo sheet – complete as many as you’d like! You can enter your name to win one of our 3 prizes – (A) Fantasy Lovers Bundle; (B) Coffee Lovers…

Kim Johns (right) and Grace Templin (left), 7th grade English teachers at Donegal Junior High, brought some extra holiday spirit to their classrooms this year. After reading A Christmas Carol with their students—and exploring everything from classic literary elements to Scrooge’s journey from apathy to empathy—they decided to channel that newfound generosity into something real….

This graphic is a great reminder that people continue to utilize public libraries!

Families are invited to visit Santa at the Library on Saturday, December 13th between 11am-2pm. The event is sponsored by the Mount Joy Chamber of Commerce.

Check out what is going on this month at the library!