Manheim Township Public Library Foundation

10/11/2026

Today, we pause to remember and celebrate the remarkable life of Lois Morgan, a woman whose generosity, leadership, and commitment to our community left a lasting impact on Lancaster County.

Alongside her husband, Milton K. Morgan Jr., Lois helped establish the Manheim Township Public Library, creating a legacy that continues to enrich the lives of countless families, students, and lifelong learners every day. 

Beyond the library, Lois devoted herself to supporting numerous local organizations and causes, always believing in the power of community and service. Her dedication made Lancaster a stronger, more connected place for all of us. 

On behalf of everyone who has benefited from the opportunities, resources, and sense of belonging fostered by the library, we extend our deepest condolences to the Morgan family.

We are grateful for Lois's vision, generosity, and unwavering belief in the importance of public libraries.

A memorial service for Lois Todd Morgan will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 140 East Orange Street, Lancaster, on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. 

Thank you, Lois, for helping build something that will serve generations to come. Your legacy lives on in every book borrowed, every child discovering the joy of reading, and every member of our community who walks through the library's doors. ❤️📚

Lois (Todd) Morgan, 94, of Willow Valley Communities, Lancaster, died on October 4, 2026, after a brief illness.

07/30/2026

07/30/2026

📚✨ Thank You, Igloo Insurance! ✨📚
The Manheim Township Public Library Foundation would like to extend our sincere thanks to Igloo Insurance for their support through our Community Partnership program.

Community partnerships like this help ensure that Lancaster County's busiest and most utilized library continues to provide outstanding collections, innovative programs, early literacy opportunities, technology access, and welcoming spaces for thousands of patrons each year.

We're especially grateful for the involvement of Brian Mahon founder of Igloo Insurance, who has not only supported the library as a business leader but has also dedicated the past three years serving on the Board of Directors, helping guide fundraising and strategic initiatives that strengthen our impact across the community.

When local businesses invest in the library, they're investing in the next generation of readers, learners, innovators, and leaders.

Could your business be next? If you're interested in supporting an organization that reaches thousands of Lancaster County residents every year, we'd love to connect with you. Community Partnerships are a meaningful way to demonstrate your commitment to education, literacy, and the future of our community.
To learn more about partnership opportunities, please contact us or visit www.mtpl.info

Together, we're building a stronger community, one story at a time. 💙📖

07/06/2026

9 PM UPDATE:

As of 9:00pm this evening, response and clean-up operations by Manheim Township staff have ended for the day. Public works and Code Compliance staff will resume operations first thing Monday morning.

Police and fire rescue have worked through all pending 911-calls for service, as of 8:00pm there are no pending 911-calls for service in Manheim Township.

Public works has worked to make as many Township-owned roadways passable as possible. Township owned roadways that are still blocked are due to either some type of utility or power wire in the downed trees which must be handled by the utility company before the trees can be removed, or the trees are too large for Township owned resources and are awaiting the Township’s contracted tree vendor to arrive and remove the tree
There are several state-owned roadways that remain blocked.

PennDOT is also waiting for utility issues to be handled before they can remove trees and open the roadways.

Expect roadways that were noted in the previous press release to be blocked for the Monday morning commute; allow extra time and plan an alternate route if necessary.

PPL and other utility vendors continue to work throughout the Township attempting to restore services. Crews are expected to continue working through the night and into the next day.

The Manheim Township municipal office, located at 1840 Municipal Drive, continues to be without power, and will be CLOSED on Monday July 6th. Critical staff will be working from other locations or remotely.

The Manheim Township Compost Park on Oregon Pike will be operating on regular hours on Monday (opening at 7:00am) and will continue to operate at no cost to Manheim Township residents who are cleaning up storm debris through next Sunday July 12th.

Manheim Township asks all residents to exercise patience as we work as diligently and quickly, but safely, to restore Township-owned infrastructure. This severe storm was unprecedented in the damage it caused throughout areas of the Township, and it will take potentially several days for clean up and full restoration to occur.

Manheim Township will post its next update on Monday, July 6th.

Press Release sent earlier in the day: Manheim Township officials and staff are ensuring that public safety remains the top priority during and after the severe thunderstorms that swept through the area. Significant damage has been reported throughout the Township. Police, Fire Rescue, Codes Enforcement, and Public Works crews are actively assessing affected areas and documenting damage since the storm occurred.

Public Works is working to clear Township roads and make them passable, while PennDOT crews have been dispatched to clear state-maintained roadways. In areas where trees have fallen onto power lines, PPL must first secure the electrical hazard before the trees can be safely removed.

Fire Rescue is coordinating with Township and County Emergency Management to ensure residents who need additional assistance, including home oxygen support or emergency shelter, receive the necessary resources.Township staff continue to work diligently to respond to all areas and keep the community safe.

The Township Compost Site is open 11am-5pm today and is available for Township residents during the cleanup efforts.

Safety Reminders:

Homeowners should use extreme caution when cleaning up or around fallen trees due to the potential presence of downed or energized power lines.

If you encounter a non-functioning traffic signal, treat the intersection as a four-way stop. Come to a complete stop, yield to other vehicles as required, and proceed only when it is safe.

Several roadways throughout Manheim Township are currently impassable or only partially passable due to downed trees, utility lines, and storm debris. Residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel, use alternate routes when possible, and exercise caution around work crews and emergency responders.

Ashford Lane
Belair Road
Biltmore Avenue
Blossom Hill Drive
Brookfield Road
Butter Road
Carriage Drive
Country Club Road
East Roseville Road at Municipal Drive
Eden Road
Fiddlers Green Road
Fruitville Pike at Weatherburn Drive
Glen Moore Circle
Grandview Blvd
Hedgerow Lane
Hess Blvd
Linden Avenue
Long Farm Lane
McGrann Blvd
Murray Hill Drive
New Holland Pike at Hillcrest Avenue
Newtown Road
Norwick Road
Orchard Lane
Oregon Pike at East Roseville Road
Peach Lane
Pinetown Road
Ruth Ridge Drive
Somerset Road
Sycamore Ave
Teddy Avenue
Valley Road
Woodside Road

06/19/2026

The Pop-Up Silent Auction is open and bidding is on! Check out the 89 baskets we have this year!

There is something for everyone! Bidding is open now in person at the library. You can sign up for a bid number at the checkout desk or online using the link below!

All bidding will end at 12pm on Saturday, June 20th. Don't miss out!
https://mtpl.info/popup-silent-auction/

06/19/2026

06/19/2026

06/14/2026

⚾🚒 TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLPARK! 🚒⚾

Manheim Township Professional Firefighters – IAFF Local 5423 is excited to announce our Night at the Ballpark Raffle!

One lucky winner will receive the ultimate Lancaster Stormers experience, including:

🔥 Fully catered luxury suite for 25 guests

⚾ Enjoy a night of baseball at Penn Medicine Park

👕 $250 Lancaster Stormers merchandise store gift card

Bring your family, friends, coworkers, or your crew and enjoy an unforgettable night cheering on the Stormers!

🎟️ $25 per chance

🔥 Only 150 chances being sold!

🎟️ Purchase your chance here:

https://square.link/u/VXbp9lXF

⏰️ Raffle date/time will be announced no longer than 24hrs after the last chance is sold.

📲 Drawing will be held LIVE on the Manheim Township Professional Firefighters page.

All proceeds benefit Manheim Township Professional Firefighters – IAFF Local 5423 and support initiatives focused on member wellness, professional excellence, and community support.

Thank you for supporting the firefighters who proudly serve our community.

⚾🚒 Good luck — we’ll see you at the ballpark!

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