Manheim Township Historical Society will host several programs as part of its 2021 summer schedule. The next event will be an ice cream social and children's book reading, set for Saturday, July 17, at 10 a.m.

The program is a collaboration between the historical society and Manheim Township Public Library. It will feature a story time for children ages 2 to 8 and their families followed by free ice cream sandwiches.

The event will be held on the patio of the Historic Stoner House, 601 Granite Run Drive, Lancaster. Contact mthistoricalsociety@gmail.com or 717-569-6638 with questions.